Laughing Raven Touring Co. operates a unique deluxe motorcoach. “Unique” means it is not as big as a 40 or 45-foot long monstrosity of a coach. It’s also much more substantial than a modified van that’s best suited for short shuttle trips. “Deluxe” means it rides like a full-sized motorcoach, and has 3-across seating; the seats are 1/3 wider than those found on a standard motorcoach . Think “business class.” The pair of seats has a large, padded armrest that can be lowered between the seats. As a result of its shorter length and wider seats, Raven 1 will accommodate only 25 passengers. It is a very comfortable, intimate way to enjoy Alaska’s incredible scenic highways. In addition, Raven 1 is lavatory equipped, and has a deluxe sound system.

As noted in the “About Laughing Raven” portion of the website, Mark, the driver (coach commander) of Raven 1 has lived in, and driven tours across Alaska for over 25 years. He can provide you with as much, or as little, of the state’s natural and human history as you desire.
Our goal, at Laughing Raven, is to provide you with care-free travel in southcentral Alaska. We understand that a trip to Alaska is often a once-in-a-lifetime event, and believe that traveling on vacation should be an effortless pleasure. We’ll work with you toward that end.

SHIP TRANSFERS

To or from Whittier: $50 per seat

The trip between Anchorage and Whittier is about 1 1/2 hours. It is possible to add stops at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Park and/or the town of Girdwood (a number of good eateries) for up to an additional hour of travel time, at no additional cost. Admission to the wildlife park is not included.

To or from Seward: $75 per seat

The trip between Anchorage and Seward is about 3 hours. The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Park and Girdwood (a number of good eateries) are along the way, and up to an hour of travel time may be added to enjoy those venues. Admission to the wildlife park is not included.CHARTERS
Raven 1, our deluxe motorcoach, is at your service to travel from Fairbanks to Homer. Laughing Raven Touring Co. is not licensed to travel internationally and so cannot accommodate charters to Skagway (it’s necessary to cross Canadian territory to drive to Skagway) or any Canadian locales. But the rest of Alaska is available to us.

Our motorcoach, Raven 1, was created as a 40-foot motorcoach. At some point in its career it was shortened to 35 feet. This makes its interior feel more intimate and less like a cattle car. To enhance this effect, it’s equipped with 3-across seating. This allows for seats that are 1/3 wider than the industry standard. Raven 1 can accommodate only 25 passengers. Like a standard motorcoach, passengers sit above the ample luggage bays so views of Alaska’s phenomenal scenery don’t get any better.

To paraphrase a popular ad campaign, having an experienced driver/guide in Alaska: Priceless. Most of Alaska’s roads are 2-lane, and places to stop are often great distances apart. Once away from the population centers, the eateries are owned and operated by local folks. Howard Johnsons and Carl’s Jr. are not options for meal stops. When you travel in Alaska, you’ll find having an experienced driver familiar with the roads, waysides, and businesses along the way to be an invaluable asset.
If you wish to set up a multi-day tour in Alaska and prefer to book a large group, contact Laughing Raven, and we’ll refer you to the operators of the large motorcoaches based in Anchorage. If, on the other hand, you’d prefer to create tours for smaller groups of travelers and want the best in highway travel, let us know. We’re eager to work with you, and will offer very competitive pricing.

Charter rates are approximately $100 per hour and include 350 miles per day. Prices may increase if fuel prices increase dramatically before the 2008 season. For quotes or information on times or distances between locales, contact Laughing Raven Touring Co. at

3343 Seawind Cir.
Anchorage, AK 99516
fax: 907.336.2865

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Please note:
Raven 1, our deluxe motorcoach is available for daily and weekly charters, and ship and airport transfers between Whittier or Seward, and Anchorage during the month of July, and through August 17th in 2008. Weekend charters and ship transfers are available in May, July, August, and September.