Seek the Summit
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What We Will Do
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.
What To Expect
* Duration: 2 Hours
*FAQs:
- Where do you pick us up?
We will pick you up right at your ship, just past port security. At the end of your tour, we will drop you off right at your ship, or in town if you choose to explore Skagway.
- Why do we need passports?
Most of our tours pass through Canadian Customs. Passports are required here and for re-entry into the US.
Some passports are required to be accompanied by a VISA to enter Canada. If you don’t know, please ask.
If you are riding the White Pass & Yukon Rail train, passports are required. (Birth Certificates are OK for 15 and under.) You will not be allowed to board the train without a valid passport.
- What if we have minors in our party traveling without legal guardian/s?
Many children travel with friends or grandparents and it has never been a problem. However, we suggest bringing a signed note from all absent legal guardians, allowing permission for the minor to cross the border. Note should include telephone number and address of absent guardian/s. The more information you can provide the customs agents the better, i.e. birth certificates, adoption papers, guardianship papers. Neither border requires a notarized note, but US Customs and Border Protections recommend one. Here is a sample note provided on the US CBP website. “I acknowledge that my wife/husband/etc. is traveling out of the country with my son/daughter/group. He/She/They has/have my permission to do so.” (Include contact information)
- What if we can't get off the ship in time for our tour?
Since you are on a private tour, your guide will be ready and waiting for you, and only you!
- What if we miss the ship at the end of our tour?
We have been in operation since 2010 and have never missed a ship! We schedule a nice cushion of time for all tours between the end of your tour and your all aboard time. If we did for some reason miss you all aboard, we would fly you to your next port destination to meet your ship, and take care of any incidental expenses.
- Can I combine a White’s Pass Train Ride with your Beyond Skagway Tour?
Yes! We take care of White Pass & Yukon Route ticket arrangements for you. There are a few different options when it comes to the train. Call us for details or check out our “AM Tours” page for more info.
- What are my options for the day I spend going “Beyond Skagway”?
If you aren’t sure what you want to do, we suggest the 7 Hour Emerald Lake tour, leaving all details until the day of. Let the weather and guide dictate the way your day unfolds, choosing your tour specifics on the For ideas of custom options, consider these:
Picnic Lunch: Order ahead of time from Glacial Coffeehouse in Skagway. Enjoy the ease of a prepared basket to enjoy at a picnic table in Carcross, or head out on an adventure and eat in a wilderness location.
Take the kids to pet husky puppies: Visit with Iditarod Alaskan Huskies in their off-season, while they work on incorporating new dogs to the team. Michelle Phillip is a seasoned dog musher in the Yukon who has raced in several Iditarod and Yukon Quest races. Play with the puppies and/or take a cart ride. Note: There is no actual snow on the ground along the South Klondike Highway in the summertime, so if you want to ride in an actual sled you will need to visit us in the winter! Learn more!
Scavenger Hunt: We love family tours! Our popular scavenger hunt is free for kids of all ages
Gold Panning Experience: Learn how to pan for gold like sourdough with a “salted” pan.
Yukon Suspension Bridge: Learn about the Klondike Gold Rush and walk over the glacial Tutshi River.
- How should I dress?
Like an Alaskan! In layers! Temperatures can vary greatly on the same day. The best way to dress is in layers, with comfortable walking shoes. Shed a layer when warm or add a layer if cool. Wear a T-shirt, sweatshirt, or fleece and a windproof/rainproof jacket and you will be ready for whatever weather you might encounter.
- Can you add us to somebody else's tour?
We sometimes have requests to join tours and build larger groups. The truth is this: We are a private tour company and we excel at our specialty: offering quality, specifically customized, private tours for small groups of friends or families. We can recommend many excellent companies who offer quality tours for small parties, that are already built around the combining of groups. If you would like to invite others to join your Beyond Skagway tour, however, we can make a note on your reservation and notify your if an opportunity arises.
- What should I bring?
Passports are REQUIRED for the border crossing into Canada, only 15 miles north of Skagway.
For some nationalities, additional documentation may be required.
Children accompanying parents should have an original or certified copy of their birth certificate or Passport.
If one or both parents are not traveling with the child, a letter of authorization from the absent parent(s) is also necessary to cross into Canada. If you have any questions regarding proper identification of the border crossing, please contact us.
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Jacket
Comfortable walking shoes
Personal binoculars – we supply them but many people bring their own
Sunglasses
You don’t need to “bring” this, but remember to have a good breakfast in the morning, as it may be a while before a snack spot
- Will we see wildlife?
We sure hope so! We are always on the lookout but unfortunately can not guarantee wildlife sightings. Our guides all know the best places to look, and we chat with other tour operators all the time about where the current hot spots are. For wildlife sightings such as bears, moose, mountain goats, and others, the Yukon is your best bet. Most of our Yukon excursions see some type of wildlife.
- What is the best season to visit "Beyond Skagway"?
Each season has its benefits and drawbacks, but since you asked, we’ll try to give you some of our favorite things about each month you might visit “Beyond Skagway”.
May: There is still snow on White Pass, but not on the road! You’ll see snowy mountains, enjoy a noticeable lack of mosquitoes and have a higher chance of seeing bears foraging for fresh vegetation after hibernation. We enjoy some warm weather in May, but it can be stormy too! Bring layers. A shirt, fleece, and waterproof jacket work great. Gloves and a warm hat are a good idea in May also.
June: The snow is mostly melted except on the slopes of the surrounding peaks. Bugs are hatching out this month, but they don’t get too bad. We supply bug repellent just in case. Temperatures can fluctuate; again, bring layers. Brilliant wildflowers are starting to bloom, notably lupine.
July: Warmer temps, more bugs. Fireweed bloom profusely along the Klondike Hwy. The 4th of July celebration in Skagway is highly enjoyable.
August: We’ll have some 80-degree days, but August tends to be a bit more on the rainy side ( in Skagway ). You can’t count on the weather to be predictable, so come prepared and bring your layers. No need for gloves or hats this month. The salmon start running. Grizzly bears come to Dyea to feed on them during the latter part of this month.
September: Our best Fall colors in the Yukon are during this month. The changing leaves of Yukon Aspen are brilliant to behold! We highly recommend taking our Overnight Tours during this month.
October: Join us for our “Follow the Gold Tour”, from Skagway around to Haines. This 350-mile-long journey takes you through miles of untouched wilderness.
Whatever the month you arrive, you’ll be amazed at the beauty of the Alaskan and Canadian wilderness. Each season sports beauty of a different kind. Whatever month you come, you’ll love what The Last Frontier has to offer!
- How do I pay for the tour?
You can call us to book your tour or click any “Book Now” button to book directly online in just minutes!
- Can I pay just a deposit?
Call us to talk about a deposit and plan.
- What do you do during the winter months?
Come visit us and we’ll tell you ALL about it!
About Us
We have been offering private tours in Skagway Alaska for 9 years. Booking our private tour company means your group of just friends and/or family get to spend a fun day together creating memories to last a lifetime, away from the crowds. Our tours will delight guests of all ages, from children playing our scavenger hunt and spy games to great-grandparents enjoying the scenery and commentary of one of our expertly trained tour guides. We make it our priority to create a day to fit your group’s needs. Our tours are educational, engaging, and never scripted, which allows a free form of a conversation between our guide and your group that is tailored to your interests. Giving our customers a quality, authentic, and fun day is our priority, and that’s why on Trip Advisor, we are the #1 Tour Company in Skagway with over 900 five-star customer reviews.
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Tours may be cancelled and refunded (minus $50 booking fee) to guests, up to 48 hours prior to tour.
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This incredible scenic drive is always an option even when many things are closed down or not yet open for the season. It is my pleasure to offer a beautiful tour at the extremes of the season. The early spring will likely have snow in sections of this drive and the late season will have gorgeous fall colors! Once we have picked everyone up from our 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. 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.
Chilkoot Trail Hike, Float, and Summit Drive Tour
This excursion retraces the footsteps of the Klondike Gold Rush stampeeders over the historic Chilkoot Trail and float back down on the beautiful Taiya River. Tour the spectacular views of alpine lakes, towering snow-capped peaks, and pristine forest on a drive to the summit of the picturesque White Pass. Your excursion begins at the dock. After a safety orientation, board a van and drive through Skagway to the backcountry and the historic town of Dyea. Hike the first two miles of the scenic Chilkoot Trail, the centerpiece of gold rush history in Skagway. This world-famous trail was the main route to the riches of the Klondike during the gold rush. Now a tranquil place of incredible beauty, the trail winds through a lush rainforest alive with birds, animals, and wildflowers. Enjoy the exercise, fresh air, beautiful scenery, pristine forests, and history of a bygone era as the trail takes you up and over the 350' tall Saintly Hill. Along the way, your tour guide weaves an entertaining mix of natural history and Klondike folklore. Photo opportunities abound as you retrace the footsteps of the gold-hungry stampeders who forged this route over 100 years ago. Arrive at the banks of the Taiya River, where your 18-foot raft awaits for the scenic float (no whitewater) back to Dyea. The forest gives way to fields of beach greens and wild iris, and the granite walls of the fjords rise steeply to the snow-capped peaks and hanging glaciers. Enjoy a riverside snack of homemade cookies and a hot beverage with countless picture-perfect moments before loading up in the van and continuing the tour up to the White Pass summit. We’ll drive for about 45 minutes from the take-out to the top of the scenic White Pass. There are many photo opportunities of beautiful alpine lakes, glaciers, towering snowcapped peaks and pristine forests. After enjoying the spectacular scenery, we’ll return through the U.S. Border station and return to the town of Skagway. *Timings: (~10 minutes) - Your friendly guide will meet you near the Skagway Small Boat harbor sign and restrooms. Here they will take the opportunity to get to know you and provide answers to any questions that you might have about your upcoming excursion. (~35 minutes) - From the small boat harbor we’ll board a van and head toward Dyea and the Chilkoot Trail. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a driving town tour of Skagway and the scenic coastal gravel road to Dyea. (~120 minutes) - Once we arrive in Dyea, your guide will get you outfitted with trekking poles and you’ll have the opportunity to use the restroom before we begin tracing the Gold Rush stampeders’ steps along the first two miles of the Historic Chilkoot Trail. (~10 minutes) - At the end of the hike your guide will get you outfitted with a PFD and rubber boots and provide a safety briefing as we prepare for the scenic float down the Taiya River. (~35 minutes) - Sit back and enjoy as your experienced river guide rows you down the scenic Taiya River. The stable 18’ raft provides a great platform for photography and taking in the sweeping mountain, ocean, and rainforest views. (~15 minutes) - Once we reach the riverside raft take-out, you’ll be treated to a homemade cookie and hot cocoa, hot tea, and some free time to take in the dramatic landscape with the supplied spotting scope. (~85 minutes) - From the river take-out we’ll begin our drive north up the Klondike Highway to the dramatic summit of the White Pass. There will be many photo opportunities and we’ll stop at the “Welcome to Alaska” sign so that you can get pictures with the sign. (~60 minutes) - When we depart the summit the leisurely drive back to your ship will take about 45-60 minutes as we make a photo stop at Bridal Veil Falls and stop through US Customs.
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Chilkoot Canoe Wildlife Safari Tour (Skagway Departure)
After meeting your tour representative in Skagway, you'll board a high speed catamaran for a 45 minute boat ride to the town of Haines. Upon arrival into Haines, we'll take a short tour of Fort Seward, a 30 minute drive from downtown Haines and then head up the Lutak Inlet to the Chilkoot River Valley. The Chilkoot corridor offers incredible wildlife viewing. Brown Bears, eagles, mountain goats, and spawning salmon are commons sights. Our guides are expert naturalists and enjoy sharing their love and knowledge of the Alaskan wilderness. Once at the Lake, we’ll head out onto Chilkoot Lake in stable motor assisted Voyageur Canoes. Our Canoes are built using similar dimensions as the canoes used by trappers and gold miners at the turn of the century. Powered by either paddle or motor, this tour offers guests the opportunity to paddle in the serenity of Chilkoot Lake, while also having the advantage of relaxing and taking photographs when it’s time to take a break from paddling. We’ll be out on the water for about 2 hours and explore the inlets, coves, salmon spawning streams and numerous waterfalls that spill off of the mountains into the lake. After enjoying the beautiful views on the lake, we’ll return to Haines and serve a picnic-style lunch at a private ocean beach location. Following lunch, we'll load up back onto the fast ferry for the return trip to Skagway. * Timings: (~75 minutes) Your friendly dock representative will meet you near the Skagway Small Boat harbor sign and restrooms. We will provide answers to any questions that you might have about your upcoming excursion and get you ready to board the ferry to Haines. We’ll help you board the comfortable ferry for the 50-minute narrated, scenic journey to Haines. (~60 minutes) Upon arrival in Haines, restrooms will be available and you’ll meet your guide and driver. From here we’ll depart for an interpretive drive through historic Fort Seward and continue to Chilkoot Lake. Along the way, we’ll drive along the shoreline of the Lynn Fjord and the wildlife-rich Chilkoot River. (~15 minutes) When we arrive at Chilkoot Lake you’ll have the opportunity to meet your other guides and take in the stunning views of the pristine lake. Your guides will help you get fit with a PFD (life jacket), rubber boots and canoe paddle. You’ll then receive a thorough safety briefing and orientation before boarding the 31’ long voyageur canoe for your adventure. (~90 minutes) – We’ll spend the next hour and a half experiencing Chilkoot Lake while our stable voyageur canoes. It is an excellent way to take in the fantastic views by water and if the wind picks up or you’re ready to relax, we will use the quiet 4-stroke motor to move around. (~15 minutes) – Once back at the put-in we’ll trade your rubber boots and PFD’s back in for your shoes and you’ll have time to enjoy our private deck and spotting scopes to take in the views of the lake and surrounding mountains and waterfalls one more time. (~40 minutes) We’ll then board our transportation and head down to the ocean for lunch. (~30 minutes) At our private ocean side picnic area, you’ll enjoy a picnic-style lunch provides great views of the Lynn Fjord in a private setting. (~50 minutes) Once we wrap up with lunch we’ll head over to the ferry dock where you’ll have the opportunity to use the restrooms and take additional photos of Haines before enjoying the scenic ride back up the fjord to Skagway. (~15 minutes) Upon returning to Skagway, a short walk will bring you back to our original meeting point, just a few minutes walk or shuttle to downtown Skagway and all three cruise ship docks.
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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The Days of 98 Show
Experience a day in the life of Soapy Smith, Alaska's most notorious outlaw! About the Show For nearly 100 years The Days of '98 Show has been dazzling audiences with music, laughter, and the legendary CAN CAN! Experience a day in the life of Jefferson "Soapy" Smith, Alaska's most notorious outlaw, who reigned during the wildest days of Skagway during the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush. This colorful vaudevillian musical brings you into the "Skaguay" of 1898 with the thrills and frills of the dancehalls and the chills felt by gold rush stampeders along the trail of '98. This show has been a Skagway tradition for cruise ship, bus, and RV visitors for over 100 years and is an iconic performance and a "must see" while in Skagway. Who Was Soapy Smith? November 2, 1860 - July 8, 1898 All of the events depicted in this original play are taken from the Skagway historical record and center on Soapy Smith's reign over the town during the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897 and 1898. Jefferson Randolph Smith was born in Georgia in 1860 and ventured west as a young man. He learned his trade as a con man during the silver and gold rushes of Colorado and eventually made it to Skagway in the fall of 1897. Here, he and Colorado cohort "Rev." John Bowers assembled what was reputed to be the largest band of thieves in North America. Skagway was described by Canadian Mountie Sam Steele as "a little better than hell on earth," and Smith's gang reigned supreme for nine months. Smith had a wife and family in St. Louis but he befriended Miss Belle Davenport and her "soiled doves," Alice and Mollie in Seattle before heading North. While his men did most of the dirty work, Soapy tried to establish himself as a solid citizen of Skagway. He contributed to the building of Skagway's first church and founded an "Adopt a Dog" program. City surveyor Frank Reid and others saw through Smith's good deeds and tried to run the con man and his gang out of town, but Smith was able to rally much of the business community around him. Soapy was riding high on July 4, 1898, as he rode his white horse up Broadway and then stood on the platform with the Governor of Alaska. Four days later he was dead man. His gang robbed a Nanaimo, British Columbia stampeder named J.D. Stewart of $2,800 in gold dust. Smith stood by his troops and refused to give the gold back. Reid's vigilante Committee of 101 gathered at the Juneau Co. Wharf as there was no hall in Skagway big enough to contain the mob. Most of Smith's men ran for the hills, but Soapy grabbed his Winchester and headed for the wharf to break up the meeting. You'll witness the events leading up to this historic moment. In 1923, Princess steamships started bringing tourists to Skagway. The local residents decided to put on a show for them to raise money for their local hockey team. The team needed new uniforms to compete in the White Pass Athletic League against their rival team in Whitehorse, Yukon. The show became an instant tradition and has been running ever since.
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