Hidden Gems of Skagway
Tour Times: 16:00 PM
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Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included
Overview
Skagway offers a truly unique experience among Southeast Alaska’s cruise ports, with the U.S.–Canada border just 14 miles from downtown. For travelers from around the world, capturing a photo in front of the iconic Welcome to Alaska sign is a must-do moment. This intimate small-group tour, limited to just 12 guests, is designed to make that moment unforgettable.
Why visit in the late afternoon? While the sign is often crowded with tour buses and visitors throughout the day, the later hours reveal a quieter, more peaceful side of Skagway. As other tours return and the roads grow still, the surrounding wilderness takes center stage. We’ve timed this experience specifically to let you enjoy the scenery, avoid the busiest crowds, and savor a more personal Alaskan adventure.
Your journey begins at the cruise ship dock, where you’ll meet your friendly local guide and settle into a comfortable tour vehicle. As you travel through Skagway’s historic district, your guide will bring the town’s colorful Gold Rush past to life with stories of fortune-seekers, con artists, and the legendary characters who helped shape its history.
Soon, you’ll leave town behind and ascend through a spectacular mountain corridor carved by glaciers. Along the way, take in dramatic valley views, cascading waterfalls, and the rugged beauty of Alaska’s wilderness.
At the summit, we guarantee a stop at the famous Welcome to Alaska sign, where your guide will help capture that special photo of you and your traveling companions. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate your journey to Alaska with a keepsake you’ll treasure long after your cruise ends.
But the adventure doesn’t stop there. Your guide will choose a few favorite scenic pullouts, offering opportunities to admire towering mountains, cobalt-blue lakes, and hardy subalpine forests. With fewer vehicles on the road and the afternoon light settling over the landscape, these peaceful viewpoints offer a chance to connect with Alaska’s wild beauty at your own pace.
Whether you love breathtaking scenery, fascinating local history, or discovering places beyond the usual tourist trail, this late-afternoon adventure offers a refreshing perspective on Skagway. You’ll return with more than incredible views—you’ll leave with a memorable experience and that cherished photo in front of the Welcome to Alaska sign.
What's Included
- Roundtrip transportation from cruise port
- Air-Conditioned Transportation
- English speaking guide
- Small group (12 or less people)
- Welcome to Alaska sign
- Klondike Highway
- Food and Drinks
- Tips/Gratuities
Considerations
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Minimum number of guests per group is 2 guests.
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Maximum number of guests per group is 12 guests.
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Bring cash and/or credit card for any additional purchases on the day.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in your tour, if you would like to leave a tip, please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Guests must bring a valid passport; this is required for all non-US & Canadian citizens. Photocopies are not permitted.
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US and Canadian citizens may bring a birth certificate with valid photo ID in lieu of a passport, or an enhanced driver's license. Photocopies are not permitted.
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Car seats are available, please inquire at time of booking.
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Bring your camera to capture wonderful memories of your time ashore!
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