Step into the Yukon and Sled Dog Tour

Offered by Alaska Snowbird Tours In Skagway, Alaska

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About us

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with Alaska Snowbird Tours, where each tour is more than just a journey through the stunning landscapes of Skagway—it's a personal odyssey born from a transformative experience. Founded by a passionate guide who transitioned from a conventional career path to the captivating allure of Skagway. Alaska Snowbird Tours offers a unique perspective shaped by fresh eyes and deep insights gained over years spent in the region.

In the founder, Marissa's own words "Being a child of the 90s I was told to get good grades, go to college and everything will work out just fine. After turning 27 I had done just that, but there was one issue; it was not working out fine. I had worked at many jobs and even been fired from a few. Yet, I never found one that I enjoyed. I thought there was something wrong with me! I came up to Skagway on a serendipitous chance to try out being a tour guide... It was love on first tour. After working for 3 different companies over seven years I decided that there was no better job for me. While I was intimidated, I knew there was no other option but to open my own company. Skagway has completely changed my life for the better. Come along with me to get a tour like no other. With someone who still sees the area through fresh eyes and can give deep insights from years of being in the area. "

What we'll do

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.

What to expect / what's provided

* Duration: 4.5 Hours

* What to Bring
- PASSPORTS (required)
- Camera
- Sunscreen (you never know)
- Close-toed shoes for the sled rides
- Binoculars

* Other Considerations
- We do not operate all year, but are here for the cruise ship season and when Michelle's camp is open.
- Max capacity of the bus is 24
- This bus does not have storage for wheelchairs or walkers
- The entry, musher's educational talk, and sled dog ride are all included on this tour!

* What's included
- Mini-bus
- Expert, live commentary
- 4.5 hours from start to finish
- Entry to the Tagish Lake Sled Dog camp, Mushers educational Talk, and the Sled Dog Ride!!!

Cancellation Policy

A 15% cancellation fee will be charged for all cancellations of confirmed reservations. The entire amount of the tour price is forfeited if cancellation is made within 48 hours prior to the scheduled tour departure date. A full refund is only provided in cases where your cruise ship does not arrive in port or arrives too late to accommodate you on your scheduled departure time.

A full refund will be processed FOR ALL TOURS if your ship does not arrive in port or if it arrives too late for your intended tour and we are not able to accommodate you on a later departure time with the necessary tour adjustments.

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