City, Bus, Train & Sightseeing in Skagway
34 Activities
Yukon Sled Dog & Panning For Gold Adventure
Board our 15 to 25 passenger mini-coach to explore the White Pass elevation 3,292 feet all the way to the Yukon. With stops to get out and see amazing waterfalls up to 3,000 feet tall, glaciers, alpine valleys, snow-capped mountains, and huge mountain lakes. Your guide will tell you gold rush stories, lots of history, and information about the plants and animals in this wild and beautiful land. This is your best chance for wildlife viewing in Skagway. We’ll see the White Pass Trail of ‘98, the Fantail Trail, and Summit & Fraser Lakes before passing back into the boreal forest for Lakes Tutshi and Tagish. Enjoy lunch at Caribou Crossing (included) and the amazingly beautiful Emerald Lake. The sled dog adventure takes place in a remote portion of Canada. Play with the puppies while learning what a mushers life is all about. On this 20 minute/1.3 mile ride you will be amazed by the dogs' power, grace, and love for running as you fly up and down through this alpine wilderness. Enjoy the experience of panning for REAL gold and the thrill of finding those little shiny gold pieces.
Yukon Suspension Bridge, Pet the Puppies, and White Pass Summit TRIPLE Combo
*Experience Skagway & the Yukon's top attractions in ONE tour!* Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders up the White Pass and into the Yukon! Start your adventure by traveling up the Klondike Highway while you take in wildlife, waterfalls, glacier-covered mountains & views of the White Pass Railroad. Once into Canada (Province of British Columbia aka B.C.) you'll pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley, with views of Summit Lake. You'll continue through B.C. where you'll stop at Canada Customs at Fraser B.C, and the Yukon Territory. Photo opportunities will be available at the British Columbia and Yukon signs. Our featured stop is the Yukon Suspension Bridge, located in the remote British Columbia wilderness. This 200 foot long bridge traverses the Tutshi River where you'll be able to spot a number of animals in their natural habitat. The roaring rapids below provides an amazing backdrop for photos & memories while on your Alaskan vacation. The Outdoor Interpretive Museum provides maps & guides to give you a better understanding of the region between Skagway & Whitehorse, with information on the First Nations & the stories of the Gold Rush as this part of continent was settled. The 2nd stop is the Tagish Lake Dog Sledding Camp. Here, you'll get a glimpse into the history of sled dog use throughout Canada and Alaska. You'll get to see the dogs in action and play with puppies. You'll also get to meet real life trainers & mushers! There is a gift shop for snacks and souvenirs to take home as a way to remember this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Itinerary DEPARTURE • Meet outside your ship or at Centennial Park EN ROUTE • Informative commentary from driver-guide • Multiple photo stops along Klondike Highway • Welcome to Alaska sign • White Pass Summit • Cross into Canada DESTINATION 1: SLED DOG CAMP • 30 minutes at Tutshi Lake Sled Dog Camp • Play with puppies and learn about what it takes to be a race winner DESTINATION 2: SUSPENSION BRIDGE • 45 minutes at Yukon Suspension Bridge • Walk bridge, explore, enjoy cafe • Optional bison chili purchase CONTINUING • Welcome to the Yukon sign • Tagish Lake views • Tormented Valley RETURN You choose: get dropped off at your ship or in town. Just let the driver know. From town, it's a short walk (5-10 minutes depending on where you are) back to the ships. Highlights • EXCLUSIVE to Skagway Tours—no other company offers this triple combo • Three experiences in one: sled dog camp, Yukon Suspension Bridge, and Summit highlights • Great for families and groups who want variety and shared memories • Expect a relaxed, friendly pace with stories, quiet stretches, questions, and photo stops • Multiple classic photo stops along the Klondike Highway, including Summit Lake and Welcome signs • Meet Iditarod & Yukon Quest mushers' dogs and puppies • Walk Yukon Suspension Bridge over Tutshi River • Gift shop, cafe, bison chili at the Bridge
Private Tour - White Pass & Yukon Sled Dogs and Puppies!
Spend time playing with Alaska husky puppies on this tour! Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders up the White Pass and into the Yukon! Start your adventure by traveling up the Klondike Highway while you take in wildlife, waterfalls, glacier-covered mountains & views of the White Pass Railroad. Once into Canada (Province of British Columbia aka B.C.) you'll pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley, with views of Summit Lake. You'll continue through B.C. where you'll stop at Canada Customs (passports and vaccines cards are required) at Fraser B.C, and the Yukon Territory. Photo opportunities will be available at the British Columbia and Yukon signs. Our featured stop is the Tutshi Dog Sledding Camp. Here, you'll get a glimpse into the history of sled dog use throughout Canada and Alaska. You'll get to see the dogs in action and play with puppies. You'll also get to meet real life trainers & mushers! There is a gift shop for snacks and souvenirs to take home as a way to remember this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. For the puppy / sled dog portion of the trip: Visit Tagish Lake Kennel with Yukon Quest and Iditarod musher Michelle Phillips / Ed Hopkins where you will have the chance to participate in the following: -Tour an authentic mushers summer camp—and take a sled dog cart ride on our scenic alpine trail. Join veteran Iditarod and Yukon Quest mushers Michelle Phillips and Ed Hopkins and their friendly, loyal and well-cared-for Alaskan Huskies at their breathtaking summer mushing camp. Meet our super-friendly canine athletes. Learn all about life as a long distance musher. Check out all the gear and stand on the runners of a racing sled. Hear some tales from the trail. Cuddle with our newest athletes: the puppies! -($45 per adult, $40 per kid aged 5 - 12, $0 per kid aged 0 - 4) Experience everything as above, but a 20 minute sled dog trek with the dogs is included! Each trek can take up to 6 at a time while you take the dogs on a fun-filled work out, guided by a musher or trainer. For groups over 15, we will divide the group into different activities at the sled dog camp to ensure everyone has ample time to experience the sled dog trek, puppies, and educational talk. -($15 per person) - Experience authentic gold panning in the Yukon while at the Tutshi Sled Dog Camp! This option is perfect for groups of 30 or more to ensure everyone has time to play with the puppies & do the dog sled trek. This option will add 30 minutes of time to the tour.
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Glacier Point Wilderness Safari
This wilderness expedition to the spectacular Davidson Glacier immerses you in the abundant natural beauty of Alaska, leading you through fjords, rain forests, vibrant wildflowers, and towering mountains. Kick off the tour with a sublime cruise down the Lynn Canal, followed by a mellow hike to your canoe that will bring you face-to-face with the stunning Davidson Glacier. Wrap up the adventure with a picnic lunch on the beach before the return cruise back to town. On this spellbinding wilderness expedition, you will travel through fjords and rainforests viewing some of the most spectacular Alaskan scenery in Southeast. You’ll see everything from wildflowers to towering mountains and top off the experience with up-close views of the Davidson Glacier. Your adventure begins aboard one of our boats custom-designed to provide an intimate viewing experience. During your 75-minute journey through North America’s deepest fjord, keep a lookout for whales, seals, and cascading waterfalls while your Naturalist guide tells you more about the area you are traveling through. Upon arrival at the remote Glacier Point beach, you will take a short, adventurous drive in a school bus across the forested glacial moraines to our base camp where you will gear up in rubber boots and a life jacket. After a ¼ mile walk, the forest opens to reveal a breathtaking view of the Davidson Glacier and the pristine lake below. Here you will board a 31-foot voyager canoe for a trip around the lake to view the glacier and enjoy the incredible Alaskan wilderness while your guide shares their extensive knowledge of the area. Conditions permitting, you’ll make a stop on the delta to get up close and personal with the glacier. This is an optional 1/2 to 1-mile hike over a sand and pebble beach. After the walk on the delta, hop back in the canoe to begin your return trip. After arriving back at the base camp, enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach before your cruise back to town on the custom-designed wildlife-viewing boat. Tour Itinerary 1 hour 20 minutes Scenic cruise aboard our wildlife viewing boat 20 minutes Safari bus ride to the gear pavilion 10 minutes Restroom break and gear up (life vest, rubber boots, and rain gear if needed) 10 minutes Hike to canoe put-in 1 hour 25 minutes Canoe around glacier lake (depending on weather and water depth, an optional 1/2 mile hike on the glacier delta may be possible) 30 minutes Take gear off and return bus ride to the beach 40 minutes Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach 1 hour 20 minutes Return scenic cruise back to town
Yukoner Beyond the White Pass Plus Suspension Bridge
On our half-day tour to the Yukon border, follow in the path of the Klondike Gold Rush stampeders of 1898 as you travel up the Klondike Highway, past waterfalls and steep mountains of coastal rainforest. See views of the WP&YR railroad, Brackett Wagon Road, Pitchfork Falls and Moore Creek Bridge. As we cross the 3292 foot summit of the White Pass and the Canadian Border we enter the subarctic alpine tundra of the "Tormented” valley with its crystal blue Summit Lake. At the Summit, we visit the Welcome to Alaska sign for a photo. We’ll continue on the journey through spectacular scenery in Canada of dramatic lakes and the Northern Boreal forest wilderness. Stand at the shores of Lakes Tutshi and Tagish, encircled by mile-high mountains, and pose at the Yukon Border sign for a great photo-op. Panoramic wilderness vistas await you. Bonus stop at Yukon Suspension Bridge includes time for bridge crossing and viewing educational displays. The snack bar is available for food purchases and the Yukon gift shop. Modern restrooms (the only ones from Skagway to Carcross!) are included. The Yukon is always our best opportunity to encounter wildlife, so we’ll watch for bears, moose, sheep, goats, and more! Experience part of the true wilderness of northern Canada on this Half Day excursion
White Pass Deluxe Summit Tour
You will see the Trail of ’98 via the Klondike Highway up to the White Pass Summit into Canada. This 3-hour tour parallels the railroad tracks which are across the valley from the highway and stops 8+ times. Join a 3-hour highlights tour of Skagway with a knowledgeable guide. Hear stories from the Gold Rush and see amazing waterfalls, azure glaciers, and mountain views that seem to never end. Visit the Gold Rush Cemetery and a sub-arctic Alpine valley called Tormented Valley, where everything is dwarfed and distorted. This tour has several photo opportunities including The Welcome to Alaska Sign at the summit, waterfalls, and the Skagway Overlook where you can capture the beauty of the Skagway and ships in the inlet! Travel in comfort aboard a 24-passenger mini-bus with bucket seats and large windows, perfect for sightseeing along the way. *Stops: - Trail of ’98 - Bridal Veil Falls - Tormented Valley - White Pass Summit - City Overlook - Reid Falls - Moore Bridge
White Pass Train & Bike Tour
You board the historic White Pass & Yukon Route narrow-gauge railroad for a scenic hour and a half trip through the coastal mountains to British Columbia, Canada. There you meet your professional guides, versed in the ecology and history of the area, who take you for a short van ride along the scenic Klondike Highway to the summit of the White Pass. After a bicycle and safety orientation, it is fifteen scenic miles downhill ride from the summit to the sea! As you coast along the paved Klondike Highway on this one and a half hour bike ride you make multiple stops for photos of the historic White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, cascading waterfalls, awe-inspiring glaciers, majestic mountains, and other historic sites. You even get to ride your bike across the US border! After your thrilling ride, enjoy time in historic downtown Skagway. On this tour your senses awaken to sights and sounds of Alaska that can only be experienced on two wheels. This fun excursion offers a unique way to tour Skagway and the surrounding area. Experience the great Northern outdoors, get some fresh air and go biking with Alaska’s original bike touring company!
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Skagway Glacier Discovery By Helicopter
Lift off from the historic Skagway waterfront and experience the infinite beauty of Alaska’s remote glaciers. Begin with a flightseeing tour followed by a walking tour of a lifetime on Alaska's remotest glaciers. Experienced glacier guides will be with you to answer all of your questions and explain the awesome forces of nature at work. Leave all traces of civilization behind and experience the infinite beauty of Alaska’s remote glaciers. During your helicopter flight, you will head into a rugged region of sheer mountains, majestic valleys and massive glaciers. Jagged peaks towering over the Chilkat Glacier, cascading waterfalls, surrounding the Ferebee Glacier, or the spectacular "river of ice” known as the Meade Glacier, may be among the wonders you encounter. Flight routes and landing zones are selected daily to ensure that you receive the best that the area has to offer. Once you have reached your destination, you will be given the rare opportunity to explore one of Mother Nature’s greatest marvels. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you will not want to miss!
Yukon Discovery Tour
Tour begins by climbing the mountainous Klondike Highway, driving by mini-bus, north to the US/Canadian border, paralleling the 1898 Gold Rush Trail to the White Pass summit at 3292 feet. Along the way, view coastal rainforest, magnificent waterfalls, glaciers, and snow capped peaks. We make multiple stops at scenic views like Moore Creek bridge, Welcome to Alaska sign, Summit Lake and Tormented Valley. Once in Canada, we journey through spectacular scenery of dramatic lakes encircled by mile-high mountains and the Northern Boreal forest wilderness. Stunning Tutshi and Tagish Lakes, the Welcome to the Yukon sign and Bove Island viewpoints are all great photo stops. In Carcross, stand on the shores of historic Lake Bennett, see the "World’s Smallest Desert” and marvel at the gorgeous green Emerald Lake. We watch for wildlife (including bears, moose, caribou, dall sheep and mountain goats) all along our route. For lunch, we stop at Caribou Crossing where you’ll see the North’s premier educational wildlife gallery, featuring over 100 Yukon and Ice Age taxidermy animals, including the world’s largest mounted polar bear. Included are displays on Gold Rush history and Canadian Mounties. There is a Yukon gift shop for souvenirs. Lunch is delicious BBQ chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, homemade bun, coffee or tea, and yummy donuts. (Vegetarian/vegan/gluten free option of lentil curry and rice is available. Lunch orders are taken at departure time). You’ll also visit the sled dog camp during our time there, where you can interact with the husky dogs and puppies. All guests will be able to view and photograph the puppies, either napping or playing in their pen, however one-on-one interaction time with them is not guaranteed. Residing at the puppy area are also two adorable Pomskies (a fluffy mix of husky and pomeranian). They will greet groups and be available for photos. Also onsite is a Petting Farm with horses, ponies, rabbits, donkeys, chickens, alpacas and goats to interact with and feed. The Yukon Discovery tour is a popular and complete tour for an economical price. There is world-class scenery around every turn that you’ll never forget!
White Pass Summit & City Tour
The narrated drive up the gorgeous Klondike Highway parallels much of the Gold Rush Trail of 1898 where stampeders struggled to climb carrying their ton of goods during winter snows. Along the route are spectacular vistas of steep mountains of coastal rainforest and historical stops, including Brackett Wagon Road, Pitchfork Falls, Moore Creek Bridge, and views of the WP&YR railroad. Breathe in the fresh mountain air and watch for wildlife. Upon cresting the White Pass Summit (3292 feet, 1003 meters), take in views of the sub-arctic alpine tundra of the "Tormented” Valley, with its crystal blue Summit Lake and snowcapped mountains. At the US/Canadian border, have a photo opportunity with the Welcome to Alaska sign! Our return trip takes us the Skagway Scenic Overlook, which offers a panoramic view of the entire town, harbor and cruise ships. Also included are the historic downtown (part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park) and the Gold Rush Cemetery to visit our infamous outlaw, Soapy Smith, and hear tales of the early pioneers. Your guide will bring the Gold Rush to life with many stories of the history of the era. We make plenty of stops for photos along the way! Our most economical tour and shortest option.
White Pass Summit and Yukon Suspension Bridge Tour - From Skagway
This vehicle tour provides a beautiful opportunity to view the stunning scenery of the White Pass and the surrounding area with a local, high-quality guide. Meet your guide, board the comfortable vehicle and enjoy a short tour of Skagway’s historic district before climbing steeply towards the Chilkoot Mountains. The dramatic scenery of the White Pass summit soon surrounds you. This wonderland has impressive peaks, azure lakes, and stunted forests. The pace is unhurried; you will have ample time to enjoy the view with stops at choice scenic locations. Past the summit visit the Yukon Suspension Bridge, where you can venture out onto the bridge to get stunning views of the turbulent waters of the Tutshi River below. Learn about Gold Rush history and the natural history of the area. Walk along the boardwalk and immerse yourself in the miniature world of alpine wildflowers. The tour will return to Skagway with an optional visit (time permitting) to the Gold Rush Cemetery. Return to your ship having had an experience you won’t forget.
Skagway 2.5 Hour Sailing Adventure
Welcome aboard the beautiful Hopscotch, a 50' Beneteau Oceanis SV Hopscotch is our pride and joy! She is 50 ft of adventure, love, sweat, and (occasionally) tears! One thing that makes Hopscotch unique is that she is foreign built (in France), however she has Jones Act Waivers to operate in the waters of Washington State and Alaska. She is a USCG documented vessel, ported out of Skagway, Alaska, and can take up to 6 guests at one time along with crew. Hopscotch is rated as an Ocean Going Vessel (she has crossed the Atlantic) and we take her upkeep and maintenance extremely seriously. We operate Hopscotch in remote areas, and safety is our top priority. One unique thing about your Hopscotch crew is that they all have their US Coast Guard Captains License. As required by the Coast Guard, they are also all trained in CPR/First Aid, and participate in a Random Drug Testing Program. Hopscotch operates with a Captain (Always Brendan) and a Chef (we have three chefs that rotate: Branden, Ben, and Bri). •”Grab the helm, hoist the main!” and feel the power! We encourage our guests to get as involved in the operation of Hopscotch as they would like, or just sit back and relax, it’s up to you! • Sail the deepest, longest, and prettiest fjord in North America. •Learn the history of Skagway and the Lynn Canal (from a maritime perspective!) • Amazing scenery: including wildlife, and gigantic waterfalls. • Warm drinks, blankets, and all the necessary treats to make your Alaskan Sailing adventure cozy, safe, and wonderful no matter the weather!
Private Tour - Explore the Yukon & Carcross
Join us for breathtaking views as we travel the Klondike Highway into the Yukon & British Columbia! Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 gold rush stampeders up the White pas and into the Yukon! Start your adventure by traveling up the Klondike Highway while you take in wildlife, waterfalls, glacier-covered mountains & views of the White pass Railroad. Once into Canada (Province of British Columbia aka B.C.) you'll pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley, with views of Summit Lake. You'll continue through B.C. where you'll stop at Canada Customs (passports required) at Fraser B.C, and the Yukon Territory. Many photo stops along the way! Available stops: - Skagway City Tour - Views of the White Pass Railroad - Skagway River - Pitchfork Falls - Bridal Veil Falls - Moore Creek Falls - Welcome to Alaska Sign - Summit Lake - Tormented Valley - Lake Bernard - Fraser Customs Station - Lake Tutshi - The Yukon Sign - Amazing views of Glaciers, Lakes, and Mountains - Lake Tagish - Bove Island - Carcross, Yukon, - Carcross Desert (world's smallest desert) - Emerald Lake, Yukon - Strongest chances to see wildlife. For the puppy / sled dog portion of the trip, we have 2 options: (1) Visit Tagish Lake Kennel with Yukon Quest and Iditarod musher Michelle Phillips / Ed Hopkins where you will have the chance to participate in the following: -Tour an authentic mushers summer camp—and take a sled dog cart ride on our scenic alpine trail. Join veteran Iditarod and Yukon Quest mushers Michelle Phillips and Ed Hopkins and their friendly, loyal and well-cared-for Alaskan Huskies at their breathtaking summer mushing camp. Meet our super-friendly canine athletes. Learn all about life as a long distance musher. Check out all the gear and stand on the runners of a racing sled. Hear some tales from the trail. Cuddle with our newest athletes: the puppies! -($45 per adult, $40 per kid aged 5 - 12, $0 per kid aged 0 - 4) Experience everything as above, but a 20 minute sled dog trek with the dogs is included! Each trek can take up to 6 at a time while you take the dogs on a fun-filled work out, guided by a musher or trainer. For groups over 15, we will divide the group into different activities at the sled dog camp to ensure everyone has ample time to experience the sled dog trek, puppies, and educational talk. -($15 per person) - Experience authentic gold panning in the Yukon while at the Tutshi Sled Dog Camp! This option is perfect for groups of 30 or more to ensure everyone has time to play with the puppies & do the dog sled trek. This option will add 30 minutes of time to the tour. OR instead, we can visit (2) Visit Wild Adventure Yukon (formerly known as Caribou Crossing) where you will have the chance to participate in the following: -($15 per person admission fee) Formerly called Caribou Crossing Trading Post is a hub of gold rush history that gives visitors the opportunity to experience the Yukon Territory through activities such as gold panning and Iditarod dog cart rides. It also boasts a museum, petting farm, husky puppies, a cafe, and gift shop—making it an all-around great stopover on a road trip or tour. -($45 per person) Race through the Yukon wilderness as you take Alaskan Huskies on an exercise training. This 15 minute ride is fully guided on a side-by-side and guide. Includes Tale of the Trail talk. -($36 per adult, $32 per kid) Our homestyle BBQ chicken is prepared fresh daily for a serving time of 11:30 to 2:00 by our chef Dexter. The meal is composed of grilled Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, homemade coleslaw, and all you can eat Donuts, with bread, butter, coffee and tea. Vegetarian option includes veggie daal with rice. Our ample seating allows for groups of all sizes. Additionally, we can stop at the suspension bridge, which is a cost of $16 per person.
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Glacier Dog Sled Demonstration by Helicopter
Fly through the Alaskan wilderness before landing on the Denver Glacier where you’ll be greeted by an experienced musher and their team of sled dogs! Get an exclusive glimpse of their life as you hear tales of the trail and get to meet the dogs who have made the Iditarod famous. Feel the excitement as you learn about the training and bonding process between musher and their dogs. On this immersive small group tour, you will take flight from Skagway’s waterfront to be transported through the raw beauty of the Alaskan wilderness. Your pilot will guide you over the Taiya Inlet and through the mountains to the Denver Glacier. Once landed on the glacier, your musher will teach you about the dog sledding equipment and gear as they share personal race stories. Interact with the dogs as you learn how to prepare a sled dog team for a race, from harnessing the eager pups to understanding their unique personalities and training techniques. Once the team is ready to go, watch the excitement and speed of these elite athletes as they dash across the glacier with their musher. After the demonstration, you will make your way over to the future Iditarod champions, puppies! Cherish this once in a lifetime opportunity as you cuddle with the puppies and take pictures together against the dazzling landscape of the glacier before loading back into the helicopters for your return flight to Skagway. Whether you’re a dog lover, an adventure seeker, or simply looking to immerse yourself in the breathtaking Alaskan wilderness, this tour offers a unique blend of excitement, education, and stunning natural beauty. Book your spot today to experience this once in a lifetime opportunity! *Please note guests will not ride a dog sled pulled by Alaska sled dogs. This is a demonstration only excursion.
Seek the Summit
Take this two-hour round trip up the Klondike Highway, over the White Pass, and to the Canada/Alaska border. Hear the story of the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898, as we tour through the beautiful town of Skagway and then up, following the path of the White Pass Trail, which was used by gold seekers to make their way north into the Yukon. Also, enjoy the scenery as we travel above the Tongass National Rainforest, and up to the Sub-Alpine Tundra as we approach the summit of the White Pass.
Seek the Summit and Discover Dyea Combo Tour
Get the best of both worlds. Take this 3-hour round trip up the Klondike Highway, over the White Pass, and to the Canada/Alaska border. Hear the story of the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898, as we tour through the beautiful town of Skagway and then up, following the path of the White Pass Trail, which was used by gold seekers to make their way north into the Yukon. Then follow the coastal Dyea Road out to discover more history, amazing views, and the possibility of wildlife. From mountain tops to the sea, this tour gives you a little bit of everything.
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Custom 7 Hour Emerald Lake Tour
Enjoy your local guide and private vehicle, as you follow the same path that the 1898 Gold Seekers took, from Skagway to the Yukon. You'll view tumbling waterfalls, glaciers, sparkling lakes, rushing rivers, mountain alpine, and forest scenery while listening to historical and present-day stories. Often, you'll see wildlife, which could include bears, moose, caribou, goats, and sheep along this 70-mile stretch of the Klondike Hwy. Stop a dozen times to take photos and/or explore. Take a group photo at the Welcome to Alaska sign. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Carcross or choose a picnic. Turn around at gorgeous Emerald Lake, the most photographed lake in the Yukon! You'll have time to choose a tour option on the day of your tour if you like. Your guide will let you know your options on the day of your tour, or you may choose ahead of time when you reserve this tour. Options cost extra and include Tutshi Dog Mushing Camp, Yukon Suspension Bridge, White Pass Train Ride, Panning for Gold, and a picnic with a longer hike or a short walk. Sample Itinerary: 7:30 AM: Meet your guide, who will be wearing a blue coat and holding a “Beyond Skagway” sign, at the end of your ship’s pier, just past port security. Head North, through Skagway. Listen, while your guide weaves the story of the Klondike Gold Rush of ‘98. View notable historical buildings and hot spots to visit after your tour. Cruise over White Pass, passing and/or stopping at various scenic viewpoints. 9:30 AM: Canadian Customs; be prepared with your PASSPORTS handy! Continuing north, scan for wildlife and pass by or stop at these scenic points for photos! 11:30 AM: Carcross for lunch (not included in price). Enjoy lunch at one of two vendors in town or ask us about a picnic lunch! 12:30 PM: Head south on the same highway, enjoying a completely different view as you now watch the snowy and heavily glaciated north faces of the White Pass mountains slowly unfold before you. 2:30 PM: Arrive back in Skagway, in town or at your ship!
Emerald Lake + Tushi Dog mushing camp
This tour combines the ever popular Emerald Lake tour with a visit to Michelle Phillips and Ed Hopkins Tutshi Sled Dog Mushing Camp, where you’ll meet Michelle and her husband Ed, and their dogs. Michelle and Ed are veteran Iditarod and Yukon Quest mushers, and summer camp is an essential part of training for the dogs, keeping them fit and socialized. Pet the sled dog puppies and/or enjoy a 1.3 mile dog cart ride on a wilderness trail. Mushers shares their stories of life on the trail during a 10-minute talk after your ride. A visit to Michelle Phillip’s “Tutshi Dog Mushing Camp”, where you’ll meet Michelle and her husband Ed, and their dogs. Michelle races in the Iditarod each spring, mushing 16 of her 60 dogs from Anchorage to Nome in the famous 1,000-mile race. 2018 will be her 12th year! Pet her sled dog puppies (included in the tour cost) and/or enjoy a 15-minute dog cart ride on a wilderness trail, (Prepay for cart rides at the time of booking for $35/Adult and $25/Child). She shares her stories of life on the trail during a 10-minute talk after your ride. If visiting Emerald Lake is a priority for you on your tour, let your guide know, so they can time it out right! If Petting the Pups and a Dog Cart Ride is your priority, and you want less driving time, then you'll turn around at the Yukon Sign, making yours a five-hour tour. You pick! The cart ride experience is not included in the price of this tour, but is an optional add on. Decide on the day of your tour if you'd like to add this adventure! Dog cart rides are $68 per adult, or $58 per child in CAD. These activities are paid at the door! *Sample Itinerary: 9:30 AM: Meet the Beyond Skagway Tours representative, who will be wearing a blue coat and holding a “Beyond Skagway” sign, at the end of your ship’s pier, just past port security. Head North, through Skagway. Listen, while your guide weaves the story of the Klondike Gold Rush of ’98. View notable historical buildings and hot spots to visit after your tour. Cruise over White Pass, passing by many scenic viewpoints. 10:30 AM: Canadian Customs; be prepared with your PASSPORTS handy! Continuing north, scan for wildlife and pass by or stop at these scenic points for photos! 11:00 AM: Stop At Michelle Phillip’s summer dog mushing camp Most groups allow 30-60 minutes at dog camp. You will want to play with the pups, watch the video about mushing, and maybe even take a dog cart ride! Don’t expect any snow on the group in the summertime, however! 12:00 PM: Head north on the S. Klondike Highway, stopping at or passing by even more scenic viewpoints. 12:45 PM: Carcross for lunch ( not included in price ) Enjoy lunch at one of two vendors in town or ask us about a picnic lunch! It can allow for more time on the road if you order a picnic lunch from Skagway, and eat lunch at dog camp! 2:30 PM: Head south on the same highway, enjoying a completely different view as you now watch the snowy and heavily glaciated north faces of the White Pass mountains slowly unfold before you. 4:30 PM: Arrive back in Skagway, in town, or at your ship!
Brave the Bridge and Emerald Lake Tour
In our "Brave the Bridge Tour", a variation of the Emerald Lake Tour, your group will visit and enjoy the Yukon Suspension Bridge in Canada at your own pace during your private tour. You will have 30-60 minutes to enjoy the historic Klondike Gold Rush displays, cross the bridge over the rushing, icy waters of the glacial Tutshi River, and grab a snack or hot drink at the cafe. Kids can participate in a free scavenger hunt at the bridge. On this tour, you may have time for one more additional activity. You can choose from, - a fun and a free scavenger hunt for the kiddos - a gold panning experience ( $18 per person ) - a stop at Michelle Phillip's dog mushing camp ( $25 admission for the whole group ). BRAVE THE BRIDGE TOUR: *Sample Itinerary for Brave the Bridge Tour: 7:30 AM: Meet the Beyond Skagway Tours representative, who will be wearing a blue coat and holding a “Beyond Skagway” sign, at the end of your ship’s pier, just past port security. Head North, through Skagway. Listen, while your guide weaves the story of the Klondike Gold Rush of ’98. View notable historical buildings and hot spots to visit after your tour. Cruise over White Pass, passing by many scenic viewpoints. 9:30 AM: Canadian Customs; be prepared with your PASSPORTS handy! Continuing north, scan for wildlife and pass by or stop at these scenic points for photos! 10:00AM: Stop at the Yukon Suspension Bridge; allow 30-60 minutes here 10:45 AM: Continuing north, scan for wildlife and pass by or stop at these scenic points for photos! 11:30 AM: Carcross for lunch (not included in price) Enjoy lunch at one of three vendors in town or ask us about a picnic lunch! 12:30 PM: Staying south on the same highway, enjoying a completely different view as you now watch the snowy and heavily glaciated north faces of the White Pass mountains slowly unfold before you. 2:30 PM: Arrive back in Skagway, to be dropped off right back at your ship, or in town if you prefer to explore.
Yukon Sled Dogs & White Pass Summit Experience
Our premier tour! Puppies, sled dog trek, and White Pass Summit Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders up the White Pass and into the Yukon! Start your adventure by traveling up the Klondike Highway while you take in the wildlife, waterfalls, glacier-covered mountains & views of the White Pass Railroad. Once into Canada (Province of British Columbia aka B.C.) you'll pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley, with views of Summit Lake. You'll continue through B.C. where you'll stop at Canada Customs (passports and vaccine cards are required) at Fraser B.C and the Yukon Territory. Photo opportunities will be available at the British Columbia and Yukon signs. Our featured stop is the Tutshi Dog Sledding Camp. Here, you'll get a glimpse into the history of sled dog use throughout Canada and Alaska. You'll get to see the dogs in action and play with puppies & go on a summer dog cart ride pulled by real Alaskan Huskies! There is a gift shop for snacks and souvenirs to take home as a way to remember this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Skagway City & White Pass Summit Tour
Join us for breathtaking views! Our journey begins with a historic city tour of Skagway, here you will see what life was like during the days of the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush and how it has evolved to present-day Skagway. Your guide will provide historic commentary as you make your way through town and onto the Klondike Highway. Enjoy breathtaking views as we make our way to the summit, the highway is filled with larger-than-life waterfalls, glaciers, and wildflower-covered valleys. Photo opportunities will be available throughout the tour including a stop at the Welcome to Alaska sign. *More info While we never guarantee seeing wildlife, there is strong potential along this route. These pristine environments provide great habitats for bears, moose, foxes, sheep, and many other creatures. Have your camera ready because you may only have a second to capture the moment. We'll stop at multiple overlooks to witness the beauty of this pristine mountain environment.
White Pass Summit & Yukon Suspension Bridge
*Exclusive tour and cruise ship friendly! Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders up the White Pass and into the Yukon! Start your adventure by traveling up the Klondike Highway while you take in the wildlife, waterfalls, glacier-covered mountains & views of the White Pass Railroad. Once into Canada (Province of British Columbia aka B.C.) you'll pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley, with views of Summit Lake. You'll continue through B.C. where you'll stop at Canada Customs (passports and vaccine cards are required) at Fraser B.C and the Yukon Territory. Photo opportunities will be available at the British Columbia and Yukon signs. Our featured stop is the Yukon Suspension Bridge, located in the remote British Columbia wilderness. This 200-foot-long bridge traverses the Tutshi River where you'll be able to spot a number of animals in their natural habitat. The roaring rapids below provide an amazing backdrop for photos & memories while on your Alaskan vacation. The Outdoor Interpretive Museum provides maps & guides to give you a better understanding of the region between Skagway & Whitehorse, with information on the First Nations & the stories of the Gold Rush as this part of the continent was settled.
Winter Wonderland Yukon Tour
Our journey begins with a historic city tour of Skagway, here you will see what life was like during the days of the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush and how it has evolved to present-day Skagway. Your guide will provide historic commentary as you make your way through town and onto the Klondike Highway. Enjoy breathtaking views as we make our way to the summit, the highway is filled with larger-than-life waterfalls, glaciers, and wildflower-covered valleys. Depending on the weather & road conditions, you can expect stops at the Welcome to Alaska sign, Tormented Valley, Water Falls, Lakes, and Welcome to the Yukon Sign. And if we see snow, we'll stop so you can play in it - bring mittens! Specific tour stops vary & will be modified based on road conditions, timing, and weather. ** As this tour enters Canada all passengers must bring their passports. **
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Tormented Valley and Suspension Bridge Tour
At a relaxed pace, this tour combines all the best scenery with limited time on the bus. We will pick up at the central meeting point then take the Scenic Klondike Highway up our beautiful Summit pass of 3292'. On the way to the top, you will see beautiful rainforests, glacially carved valleys, and waterfalls! Once we reach the top will we then enter into what is known as the Tormented Valley! A weather-worn, sub-arctic, beauty of a valley with dwarfed trees and stunning rock formations. We will take a couple of stops along this stunning area. Then we will be crossing Canadian Customs to officially enter the country and continue this incredible drive through Boreal Forest. After the Scenic drive, we will arrive at the Suspension Bridge. While there we will have time to enjoy the outdoor walking museum, the excitement of the rushing water below the suspension bridge, have some time to shop, and have some Canadian snacks. Then we will drive on the same beautiful route to return to Skagway and at the end of the tour you will be dropped off in town.
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Step into the Yukon and Sled Dog Tour
Once everyone has been picked up at the central meeting point, we will tour through the historic district in Skagway. Then we will make our way out of town up the summit pass. At the top of the summit, we will reach British Columbia, Canada. Then we will tour through a weather-worn dwarfed forest called the Tormented Valley. Here we will take in the scenery and enjoy this strange, but beautiful landscape. After the Tormented Valley, we will come to Boreal Forest and the lakes region of the tour. Through these two regions, we can stop, take pictures, and take in the changing scenery as we drive deeper into Canada. Next, we will arrive at the dog Mushing Camp where Michelle Phillips and her professional racing crew will tell us all about the ins and outs of mushing on the trail, training in the off-season, and what life is like for a professional musher. Here we can also take a summer dog mushing training ride, which is educational, fun, and actually how these canine athletes train. From here we will continue to the border of British Columbia and the Yukon and touch into a Canadian Territory that many never see. After this point, we will travel back on the same beautiful highway and return to Skagway where you can be dropped off in town.
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