Yukon Extended Summit Drive Tour
Offered by Alaska Mountain Guides In Haines, Alaska
: $
About us
At Alaska Mountian Guides, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with unforgettable experiences in Alaska. Our company offers a variety of tours that appeal to the adventurous spirit of travelers who want to explore the beauty of Alaska. Whether you want to take a scenic drive along the coast or fly over the glaciers, we have something for everyone. Our knowledgeable and friendly tour guides are passionate about sharing Alaska's history and culture with our customers. Book your Skagway excursion with us today and let us show you the wonders of Alaska.
Skagway, our home, sits at the top of the Lynn Fjord and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and the lush Tongass National Forest. This geography puts Skagway in a unique position to be a grand gateway to outdoor adventure! We specialize in guided trips that immerse you in the vast natural beauty of the area. Hiking, rafting, climbing, ziplining, and canoeing are some of the exciting activities that we offer based in Skagway. Many of our tours also utilize the fast ferry and travel to Haines, just 15 miles away. Haines offers visitors to Skagway a chance to get off the beaten path and explore remote, wildlife-rich areas.
Skagway, our home, sits at the top of the Lynn Fjord and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and the lush Tongass National Forest. This geography puts Skagway in a unique position to be a grand gateway to outdoor adventure! We specialize in guided trips that immerse you in the vast natural beauty of the area. Hiking, rafting, climbing, ziplining, and canoeing are some of the exciting activities that we offer based in Skagway. Many of our tours also utilize the fast ferry and travel to Haines, just 15 miles away. Haines offers visitors to Skagway a chance to get off the beaten path and explore remote, wildlife-rich areas.
What we'll do
At the dock in Skagway, you'll meet up with your tour guide, and be escorted to our 15-passenger van. Your excursion will begin with a drive through historic downtown Skagway which is a part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. You’ll learn about the town’s gold rush history and enjoy stories about the stampeders who passed through town in hopes of striking it rich in the Yukon.
From town we’ll head up to the town overlook to get a different perspective on present-day Skagway. Once you’ve had a chance to take photos your tour will continue north up the Klondike Highway toward the summit of the White Pass. On the way, we will pass through the lush rainforest and drive by multiple waterfalls. There are many photo opportunities of beautiful alpine lakes, hanging glaciers, and towering snow-capped peaks on this excursion.
At the summit, you’ll be able to get out and stretch your legs and take in the dramatic alpine landscape. Our ride then continues through Canadian customs into British Columbia. We’ll make multiple tours stops throughout the ride ensuring ample photo opportunities including the “Yukon Territory” sign.
After about an hour on the road, we’ll reach Carcross, Yukon on the banks of Lake Bennett, and a highlight of the tour. Here you’ll have free time to explore the small local shops and enjoy a great view of the lake made famous by the Klondike Gold Rush. From Carcross, we’ll start our journey back south toward Skagway. We’ll make a stop at the “Welcome to Alaska” sign for photos and then return through the U.S. Border station on our way back to Skagway. *Passports required for this tour
* Timings:
(~15 min) – Driving town tour of Skagway and visit to Skagway overlook.
(~10 min) – Photo opportunities at the Skagway overlook (10 minutes).
(~35 min) – Tour up the Klondike Highway to White Pass summit and the “Welcome to Alaska” sign (5-10 minutes at the sign).
(~2 hours) – Drive to Carcross, Yukon stopping along the way for photo opportunities at Tutshi Lake, the “Welcome to the Yukon” sign, and the Bove Island overlook – Stops vary depending on group goals and changing photo opportunities as they present themselves.
(~30 min) – Free time in Carcross, Yukon, and Lake Bennett (20-30 minutes).
(~1.5 hours) – Drive back to Skagway stopping along the way for photo opportunities
From town we’ll head up to the town overlook to get a different perspective on present-day Skagway. Once you’ve had a chance to take photos your tour will continue north up the Klondike Highway toward the summit of the White Pass. On the way, we will pass through the lush rainforest and drive by multiple waterfalls. There are many photo opportunities of beautiful alpine lakes, hanging glaciers, and towering snow-capped peaks on this excursion.
At the summit, you’ll be able to get out and stretch your legs and take in the dramatic alpine landscape. Our ride then continues through Canadian customs into British Columbia. We’ll make multiple tours stops throughout the ride ensuring ample photo opportunities including the “Yukon Territory” sign.
After about an hour on the road, we’ll reach Carcross, Yukon on the banks of Lake Bennett, and a highlight of the tour. Here you’ll have free time to explore the small local shops and enjoy a great view of the lake made famous by the Klondike Gold Rush. From Carcross, we’ll start our journey back south toward Skagway. We’ll make a stop at the “Welcome to Alaska” sign for photos and then return through the U.S. Border station on our way back to Skagway. *Passports required for this tour
* Timings:
(~15 min) – Driving town tour of Skagway and visit to Skagway overlook.
(~10 min) – Photo opportunities at the Skagway overlook (10 minutes).
(~35 min) – Tour up the Klondike Highway to White Pass summit and the “Welcome to Alaska” sign (5-10 minutes at the sign).
(~2 hours) – Drive to Carcross, Yukon stopping along the way for photo opportunities at Tutshi Lake, the “Welcome to the Yukon” sign, and the Bove Island overlook – Stops vary depending on group goals and changing photo opportunities as they present themselves.
(~30 min) – Free time in Carcross, Yukon, and Lake Bennett (20-30 minutes).
(~1.5 hours) – Drive back to Skagway stopping along the way for photo opportunities
What to expect / what's provided
* Duration: 5 hours
**Valid Passports are required for this tour**
* Activity Level: Easy
*Modes of Travel: van transportation
* Min. Age: none
* Min. Weight: None Max. Weight: none
* Food: Picnic-style lunch included.
* Provided Equipment: None
* Recommended clothing: Rain gear and dress in layers for warmth.
* Wheelchair access: Yes. Please request it at the time of booking.
* Medical Restrictions: Any pertinent medical conditions must be disclosed to the guides.
Liability Waiver Required
*FAQs:
- Where will I meet my tour guide?
Your guide will meet you 15 minutes prior to the tour start time to make sure all necessary paperwork is completed. If you are arriving by cruise ship, your guide will meet you at the end of the pier where your ship docks at. Otherwise, the meeting location is the Small Boat Harbor sign.
-Who are my guides?
Your tour guides are experts in the industry. They are fun, well-trained, and passionate about guiding and sharing their expert knowledge about the history and natural wonders of Haines and Skagway, Alaska with you! Our staff undergo extensive training and hold current first-aid (mostly WFR and WEMT) certifications. Many of our guides also lead courses and guided expedition trips and excursions for us both in Alaska and throughout the world.
- Is there a bathroom?
Yes - Restrooms are located
- Do you cancel due to the weather?
Our tours embrace Southeast Alaska’s unpredictable weather. Our tours run rain or shine. If in a rare instance, the weather does cause us to cancel the tour you will be refunded in full and provided with assistance with finding an alternative activity for the day.
- What wildlife will I see?
Though wildlife can never be guaranteed, bald eagles, ravens, squirrels and harbor seals are frequently seen in Skagway. In the Yukon, there is a possibility of seeing larger mammals such as the occasional black bear or coastal brown bear, or possibly moose.
*Pricing is inclusive of the 5% Skagway Sales Tax
**Valid Passports are required for this tour**
* Activity Level: Easy
*Modes of Travel: van transportation
* Min. Age: none
* Min. Weight: None Max. Weight: none
* Food: Picnic-style lunch included.
* Provided Equipment: None
* Recommended clothing: Rain gear and dress in layers for warmth.
* Wheelchair access: Yes. Please request it at the time of booking.
* Medical Restrictions: Any pertinent medical conditions must be disclosed to the guides.
Liability Waiver Required
*FAQs:
- Where will I meet my tour guide?
Your guide will meet you 15 minutes prior to the tour start time to make sure all necessary paperwork is completed. If you are arriving by cruise ship, your guide will meet you at the end of the pier where your ship docks at. Otherwise, the meeting location is the Small Boat Harbor sign.
-Who are my guides?
Your tour guides are experts in the industry. They are fun, well-trained, and passionate about guiding and sharing their expert knowledge about the history and natural wonders of Haines and Skagway, Alaska with you! Our staff undergo extensive training and hold current first-aid (mostly WFR and WEMT) certifications. Many of our guides also lead courses and guided expedition trips and excursions for us both in Alaska and throughout the world.
- Is there a bathroom?
Yes - Restrooms are located
- Do you cancel due to the weather?
Our tours embrace Southeast Alaska’s unpredictable weather. Our tours run rain or shine. If in a rare instance, the weather does cause us to cancel the tour you will be refunded in full and provided with assistance with finding an alternative activity for the day.
- What wildlife will I see?
Though wildlife can never be guaranteed, bald eagles, ravens, squirrels and harbor seals are frequently seen in Skagway. In the Yukon, there is a possibility of seeing larger mammals such as the occasional black bear or coastal brown bear, or possibly moose.
*Pricing is inclusive of the 5% Skagway Sales Tax
Cancellation Policy
All sales final, but please contact us if you have any problems with your order.
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