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Exlore Skagway, Alaska
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    Sample Shore Excursions:
  • Mendenhall Glacier & Gardens Tour: Like walking into a picture book, enter the Glacier Gardens Rainforest nestled near Thunder Mountain. Follow your guide up 580-feet past incredible scenery: the Mendenhall wetlands and Gastineau Channel. Tour Mendenhall Glacier next.
  • Historic Gold Mine, Panning & Salmon Bake Tour: Get rich quick! At least give panning for gold a try near the famous Alaska-Juneau gold mine, one of the world's largest hard rock mining operations. Then enjoy a delicious salmon bake where wild Alaskan caught salmon is grilled over an open alderwood fire. Afterwards, roast marshmallows over a crackling campfire and view the beautiful Salmon Creek waterfall.
  • Whale Watching Adventure Tour: Have a whale of a time-- searching for humpback whales. Travel out to sea on a jet boat with a heated cabin and large viewing windows. Boats are equipped with binoculars and an underwater microphone. Listen for whales saying hello. Plus, we guarantee you'll spot a whale or receive $100 back.
  • Four Glacier Helicopter & Dogsled Adventure Tour: No poodles allowed. Fly over three glaciers to the Middle Branch of the Norris Glacier to meet your musher/guide. Hear tales of the 1,000 mile Iditarod dog sled race and then take your own dog sled ride over the snow-covered glacier. This tour is non-refundable and weight surcharge applies.
  • Mendenhall Glacier River Float Tour: Awesome! That will be your reaction to seeing hanging glaciers, towering peaks and glacial topography as you float down the river. Moderate rapids keep things exciting as your guide explains the natural phenomena around you.
  • Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour: Just like the Tlingit Natives did, you paddle to the face of the Mendenhall Glacier in a 28-foot, 12-person traditional Native canoe. Guides share legends and history of the area. A visit to Nugget Falls for a snack makes a perfect respite.
  • Glacier View Sea Kayak Tour: Transfer by bus to scenic North Douglas Island for scenic views of the Mendenhall Glacier and Auke Bay. After receiving your gear and instructions, climb aboard your two-person kayak to navigate the Mendenhall Wetlands, where you'll have the opportunity to view the Mendenhall Glacier.
  • Rainforest & Sea Coast Nature Walk Tour: Hidden within the Southeast rainforest are secrets that our guides are eager to share. This eco-tour follows tranquil trails underneath old growth canopies along vintage wetlands. End at a pristine secluded beach. Learn about your surroundings as you go.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample City Tour & Food Tour

Historical City Tour & Salmon Bake

Tour historic Skagway, as your guide points out places of interest and amuses you with tales of the famous and foolhardy. Wind through streets lined with wooden boardwalks and false-fronted buildings en route to a Gold Rush Trail Camp re-created on the very spot where it stood a century ago.
At Liarsville, you'll dine on freshly grilled filet of Alaskan Salmon, baked chicken, rice pilaf, and a variety of salads, baked beans, corn bread, coffee, lemonade, and dessert.
Wander through the camp and visit the general store, saloon, and bordello and laundry tents to view the antiques and vintage clothing left behind and have your picture taken with one of the dance hall girls or the camp mascot, a loveable freight husky.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Train Tour

White Pass Scenic Railway

No trip to Alaska is complete without a ride on the White Pass and Yukon Route narrow-gauge railroad that served the mad rush to the Klondike in 1898. You'll board an old-fashioned parlor car for a 40-mile round trip.
A panorama of wilderness unfolds, as you leave Skagway and pass through two tunnels, sky-high trestles, and remote valleys.
Outside your large picture window, view Bridal Veil Falls, Inspiration Point and Dead Horse Gulch. Your guide will announce all points of interest and tell the unique story of this railway.
After reaching White Pass Summit, the international boundary between Canada and the U.S., you'll begin your return journey down the White Pass & Yukon Route.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Adventure Tour

Dogsledding & Glacier Flightseeing Helicopter

Meet professional mushers and their dogs on a unique Alaska excursion. After a thrilling flight over spectacular glaciers, land at a dog camp on Denver Glacier.
Experienced guides introduce you to 'mushing,' the art of dog sledding. Drive the sled or sit back and relax while enjoying the breathtaking scenery.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Adventure Tour

Adventure Park & Zipline

Your adventure begins with a narrated drive through historic downtown Skagway and up the Klondike Highway. From the highway, a short nature hike brings you to the spectacular Adventure Park where expert guides will outfit you with state of the art safety equipment. Then you'll be off to enjoy the thrill of the ropes course and zip line experience. Walk the raised balance beams, cross the suspension bridges, and fly through the air on a series of zip lines while your friends and family cheer you on. Your heart will be pumping as you get ready for the free fall start to the 'walk the plank' zip that zooms through the treetops high above the ground. This incredible adventure is perfect for all abilities and everyone will enjoy the amazing mountain views and excitement of effortlessly soaring through the air.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Horse Riding Tour

Chilkoot Horseback Adventure

Explore the remains of what was once a city of 10,000 greedy stampeders as you wind your way through one of Alaska's most breathtaking valleys just as the original stampeders did . . . on horseback!
Your journey begins with a tour by van through historic Skagway, then nine miles across some of Alaska's most beautiful backcountry wilderness and into the Klondike Gold Rush National Park.
The adventure on horseback will begin deep in the heart of the Dyea Valley and bring you to its original town site near the waterfront.
Along the way, your guides will tickle your ears with stories of the area's gold rush history.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Alaska Adventure Tour

Chilkoot Trail Hike & Float

Hike the Chilkoot Trail - a tranquil place of incredible beauty with rain forest, streams teeming with spawning salmon and birds, animals, wild flowers and edible berries.
The trail brings you to the banks of the Taiya River, where your 35-minute float trip (with no whitewater) begins. The ride culminates at the tidal estuary where the forest gives way to fields of beach greens and wild iris.
The granite walls of the fjord rise up steeply, becoming snowcapped peaks serrated by hanging glaciers. Enjoy a riverside snack before returning to your ship.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Alaska Wildlife Tour

Eagle Preserve Wildlife River Adventure

This tour includes a round-trip cruise aboard a comfortable catamaran. Enjoy spectacular scenery including magnificent waterfalls and mountain peaks, as you travel through the waters of the Lynn Fjord, bound for Haines. Upon arriving in Haines you'll board the bus for a drive into the preserve and jet boat facility while your driver shares the history of the valley and the lifestyle in this quaint rural community. Where the road ends, your adventure begins, taking you deeper into the preserve than any tour offered and giving you the best opportunity to view bald eagles nests along the river route.
These boats are equipped with eco-friendly four stroke outboard motors and are designed to traverse the shallow narrow channels of this silt-laden braided river system. The animals that call the preserve home, are used to the boats, so have your cameras ready for that once in a lifetime photo opportunity, should wildlife grace you with their presence.
The scenery alone is worth the trip, with cascading, hanging glaciers and surrounding mountains that soar to 6,000-foot heights.
After your river adventure, enjoy cooking hot dogs over the BBQ pit or campfire or have some hot soup and relax in the covered, heated lunch pavilion. Relax around a crackling campfire and share your new Alaskan adventure tales, with your fellow travelers.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Alaska Wilderness Tour

Glacier Point Wilderness Safari

This outstanding wilderness expedition leads you through the beauty of Alaska as you journey through fjords, rainforests, colorful wildflowers, and towering mountains, ultimately taking you face-to-face with the Davidson Glacier.
Your adventure begins with an approximately 40-minute cruise through Alaska's deepest fjord aboard one of the fastest catamarans in North America. Watch for whales and sea lions along the way to a remote beach landing at Glacier Point, one of the most beautiful places in Alaska.
After a short adventurous drive and a scenic, approximately quarter-mile walk, the forest suddenly opens to a breathtaking view of the glacier.
A 31-foot canoe waits to take you past icebergs to the face of the blue glacier. Throughout your tour, expert guides share their extensive knowledge of this amazing area. A tasty snack box will be served on board the catamaran on the way to Glacier Point.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Alaska Wilderness Rock Climbing Tour

Klondike Rock Climbing & Rappelling

Join professional mountain guides for an exciting climbing adventure on the smooth granite walls of the White Pass. From the Klondike Highway, you'll hike for a few minutes to the base of majestic rock cliffs, and don rock climbing shoes, helmets and harnesses. After a climbing introduction, you'll rope up and start climbing.
There are more than a dozen routes from which to choose - some very easy and others offering more of a challenge. Each ends with a stunning view of the Skagway River, the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, and surrounding wilderness. Additionally, you can experience rappelling down the high cliffs.
This adventure is perfect for those looking for a first-time climbing experience, or for experienced climbers.

Skagway, Alaska
Sample Alaska Wilderness Tour

Takshanuk Mountain Trail 4x4

This tour includes a round-trip cruise aboard a comfortable catamaran. Enjoy spectacular scenery including magnificent waterfalls and mountain peaks, as you travel through the waters of the Lynn Fjord, bound for Haines. Relax and enjoy as a naturalist guide educates you on the incredible fjord and local marine wildlife. Takshanuk Mountain Trail is a 3-hour, six-mile roundtrip tour through some of the most pristine wilderness in Alaska. Arriving in Haines, you'll be greeted with a warm welcome from your personal guide. You'll venture out Lutak Road alongside the Lynn Canal to Takshanuk Mountain. When you reach the base of the trail, you'll be shown how to operate the Kawasaki Mule, which is best described as a heavy duty golf cart with automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. The mules are equipped with seat belts, are easily accessible and have storage for oxygen tanks and wheelchairs. The excitement begins with the first spectacular view just moments after starting on the trail. The smooth ride takes you three miles up and ends at an approximately 1,500-foot elevation. With several lookouts and points of interest along the way, this tour is exciting for all ages! At the rest stop area, a stop will be made to see the Lynn Canal and enjoy a halibut and BBQ chicken lunch. Join an unforgettable visit to a very special Alaskan town that few ever have the chance to visit and experience!





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