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Anchorage–Homer Sterling Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

4.3(3)Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 3 reviews10 hFree cancellationBy Guide With Action
Anchorage–Homer Sterling Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

About this activity

Drive from Anchorage to Homer on a self-guided audio tour packed with wildlife, glaciers, and coastal views. Four must-see stops lead the way: Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary, Beluga Point, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, and Homer Spit. Follow Turnagain Arm, detour into Portage Valley for Portage Glacier and Byron Glacier Trail, then cruise past Kenai Lake and Cooper Landing before rolling into Homer for overlooks, beaches, and big-sky sunsets.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's included

  • ✓Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • ✓Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • ✓Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • ✓Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • ✓Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • ✓Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • ✓One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • ✓Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • ✓Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • ✓Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Not included

  • ✕No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Meeting and pickup

  • Start on Sterling Hwy (Route 1) near 94 Sterling Hwy #2, just north of Homer, with a gas station on your right and the ocean on your left. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio auto-starts—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.
  • Start on Seward Hwy (AK-1) near 44MV+R85 Bayshore/Klatt, Anchorage, heading south toward Seward. Well-paved multi-lane start with scenic greenery. Suggested start; not affiliated with nearby businesses. Audio auto-starts—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
  • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
  • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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