Skagway Port #3

In Port 7 am - 5pm
Also in port:  Coral Princess, Norwegian Pearl

Things to see and do

 
Note At this time there is no taxi service in Skagway.

 Ride the Train
          Ride on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad. This was created as a result of the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898, though it wasn't completed before the rush ended. The narrow-gauge train follows the path that pioneers in search of Klondike Gold climbed in order to get to Dawson's Creek in nearby Canada. The tracks wind around granite mountains, trundle across steep gorges and pass through two tunnels.  
           NCL Tour (see below)
         Skagway Adventures / M&M Tours    Price - Adult one person $118.00 Two adults $236.00, Three adults $354.00, Four adults $472.00 .  Child - One $61.50, Two $123.00, Three $184.50, Four $246.00
           White Pass Railroad Co.   $112 Adult and $56 Child. 
           Juneau's Best Tours.    You will love this historic narrow gauge railroad trip just as much as the kids do! This fascinating railroad, built in 1848 during the Klondike Gold Rush, is located in Skagway.  Discover the spectacular panorama of mountains, gorges, waterfalls and glaciers, as you travel on a narrow gauge rail through tunnels and over trestles in vintage parlor cars. Relive the journey that miners took on their way to their hunt for gold. This is a fun trip and a great sight seeing opportunity. Rate: $110.00 adult, child half price

Historic walking tour of Skagway.
          Pick up a map at the Skagway Convention & Visitors Bureau (Broadway between 2nd & 3rd), which in itself is distinctive because its builder collected more than 8,800 sticks of driftwood -- and then nailed them to the building's front.

City Summit and Jewel Gardens 
          Take a ride and experience Skagway's natural and historic treasures.  Start in Skagway, and tour the many highlights of our Gold Rush town, then travel up the Klondike Highway with many stops all the way to the White Pass summit, where panoramic views from Alaska to Canada's British Columbia await at this 3000-plus-foot vista.  When the tour is finished, our friendly and experienced guide will stop at Jewell Gardens, a breathtaking wonder that helps give Skagway its name as "The Garden City of Alaska."  Jewell Gardens boasts native and non-native species of plants including massive vegetables, "dinner-plate" dahlias and a G scale model railroad that will thrill model railroad enthusiasts and children alike.
          Skagway Adventures / M&M Tours   Stops include a 3000 foot high waterfall, views of Brackett's toll road, and Dead Horse Gulch.  Passport required  1 person $58,  2 p $116, 3p $174, 4p $231  3+ hours    http://www.skagwayadventures.com/city_summit_jewel_gardens.asp

 Historic tour of Skagway.
          Fast-talking guides in period garb lead the Skagway Street Car Tour, a two-hour look at the port's Gold Rush history onboard a restored yellow Mac Model B.   Learn about the Klondike Gold Rush at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Center (2nd and Broadway). Tour includes 20 minute live, part multi-media production "The Skagway Story" plus a stop at the Gold Rush Cemetery and city overlook area.
            Skagway Street Car Tour.     The 2-hour tour departs from the pier daily, May through September, at 8:30 am, 10:45 am, 1:15 pm, and  3:30 pm.  $42 per person, kids under 12 years are $21.
    
The Corrington Museum of Alaskan History
          Tucked away at the back of a souvenir shop, located at Broadway and 5th Street - easily found as Broadway is the "main" thoroughfare. There are interesting displays of trade beads, baleen baskets, scrimshaw and Gold Rush photosThis impressive (and free) scrimshaw museum highlights more than 40 exquisitely carved walrus tusks and other exhibits that detail Alaska's history. A bright flower garden decorates the exterior.  (review) On our cruise ship stop in Skagway, I visited this museum and gallery. This free museum is itself well worth the visit, but the jewelry and other Alaskan art is very reasonably priced. My friend bought two beautiful mammoth ivory necklaces.  I fell in love with the tiny grey baleen baskets and bought one.  I priced these in Sitka and Anchorage and found they were 2 to 4 times more expensive!
         Free

Flightseeing - Glacier Bay
          Join us for an unforgettable flight over the East Arm of Glacier Bay National Park and see more mountain peaks, rivers and glaciers than you could come to know in a lifetime. Discover the textures, colors and light that make up the Davidson and Rainbow Glaciers. Explore with us the birth of icebergs from calving glaciers and the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. You will come away with a new perspective of a constantly changing landscape.
           Klondike Tours   Tour Details  Flight Time: 1 Hour Cost: $199 per person  Flight time is approximate

Flightseeing - Glacier Bay (longer flight)           
            On this exciting charter flight we will fly over the East and West Arms of Glacier Bay National Park. This flight allows us the little extra time to fly deep into the tall and jagged Fairweather mountain range. We will see Mount Fairweather rising 15,300 feet tall and Mount Crillion at 12,700 feet. Amoung these giants we will see many tide water glaciers cascading down to the ocean. The Grand Pacific and Majorie Glaciers in the Tarr Inlet and the John Hopkins, Lamplugh and Reid Glaciers are the Best of Glacier Bay.
             Klondike Tours     Tour Details    Flight Time: 1.5 Hours   Cost: $249 per person

Sled Dog and Musher's Camp
         Hop aboard our tour van and start your excursion with a full narrative of historic Skagway as you cruise through town on your way to the Klondike Gold Rush National Park. The ride will take you along the waterfront of Dyea - a historic Gold Rush Settlement - full of rich history and outrageous scenery with plenty of opportunities to snap some breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and wildlife.  As you near our camp, prepare yourself for the ride of your life on one of our custom made wheeled dog sleds, which are well suited for running on our one-mile wooded trail. Let the team mush on as you grab onto your seat for a truly authentic Alaskan Adventure!   After the ride, relax while you cuddle with some adorable Alaskan husky puppies, while enjoying a beverage as a guide fills you in on the life of a musher and his team in the Great White North!  This is one Alaskan Adventure that you do not want to miss!
         Skagway Adventures / M&M Tours  Adult $109.00  - Child $99.00    Duration 2 hours, 45 minutes 
         
Zipline Adventure
          Fast, fun, and exhilarating, this approximately 3.75 hour adventure is sure to excite nature lovers and thrill seekers alike! Get a running start on solid ground and take flight into the treetops of the Alaskan rainforest!   It all starts at your cruise dock when you meet up with your guide. From there, enjoy an entertaining historic tour through downtown Skagway then along 9 miles of stunning coastline. When you arrive at our base in Dyea, you will transfer into our customized unimog—an all-wheel drive vehicle necessary for getting up our rugged mountain road. During your adventurous ride up the mountain, look out at the impressive rainforest and glacially fed waterfalls. Get psyched—you're about to fly over this wild landscape!
         Mammoth Waterfalls & ULTRA Zipline Adventure   3 3/4 Hours including transfers.
$169.00* per adult / $149.00* per child  
www.alaskaexcursions.com/site/excursion/zipline_sk


Skagway by Bike 
        Enjoy a guided bicycle tour of historic Skagway Alaska! Your knowledgeable guide will show you many of the local sites, including the Gold Rush Cemetery, our picturesque waterfront, and breathtaking mountain vistas. Touring Skagway by bicycle is a great way to experience this area. Your senses will be aroused while enjoying a fun and informative outdoor experience. Your bike ride concludes at our shop on Fifth Ave.
        You can add more value to your tour with an additional cost for a light lunch and a tour of Jewell Gardens - Enjoy a self-guided tour of the beautiful show gardens at the historic Henry Clark Farm site. Watch the model "G" scale train in full operation. You may also be able to view from the grounds our skilled and talented glassblowers creating beautiful pieces of art in their studio. After your leisurely garden tour you can savor some of our favorite menu items including smoked salmon or veggie quiche, homemade soup, & fresh garden salad.
        Sockeye Tours dba Cycle Alaska       Adult $47.25 / 7-12 $31.50 / Under 7 rides free in carrier. Total w/Jewell Gardens add On: Adult $67.25 / Child $43    Duration: 1.5 hrs. for the guided biking portion   Restrictions: Must be 4'6 to ride a bike. Child trailers are an option for this tour.    Provided: Guide, bike, trailer, tag-a-long, helmet, gloves, water

    
 Gold panning at Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp.


Beyond Skagway
          A tour offered by Becky, a woman who has lived here for many years.  See what locals know and what visitors always miss.  Customize your tour to do the things you want to do and see.  Your personal guided tour of Skagway and beyond the town.  
           Beyond Skagway  The cost of booking your adventure with Becky is $100 per hour. There is a 2 hour minimum. This includes me as your driver, up to 7 people in my luxury GMC Yukon SUV, and a picnic or restaurant lunch if your tour is 5 hours or longer. (split the fee among those with you $14.28 ea person, plus tip.  There are several very good reviews of her tours on her website.)    http://www.beyondskagwaytours.com/

Float Tour
         Enjoy Southeast Alaska’s awe-inspiring scenery and get outdoors.  See and learn about Alaska’s natural beauty – this is what you traveled to Alaska hoping to experience!   Our friendly, awesome guides, small groups and personalized service will make your visit to Skagway memorable.
             Skagway Float Tours    Combine sightseeing and rafting on this relaxing excursion. Enjoy a beautiful 10-mile drive along the coast to the Dyea valley, an old Gold Rush settlement now returned to nature. On the drive, you may spot seals and eagles. See the start of the famous Chilkoot Trail where thousands journeyed in pursuit of gold. As you float down the gentle Taiya River, your guide will point out wildlife (Bald Eagles are common, bears at certain times of year) and tell stories of the area’s fascinating history while you enjoy the gorgeous river and mountain views. Enjoy a riverside snack after the float.
           We also stop at the Skagway scenic overlook for a panoramic view of the town (time permitting). Dyea is a peaceful getaway from bustling Skagway and a perfect opportunity to feel part of the great Alaskan outdoors.  This tour lasts approximately 2 hours 15 minutes with about 45 minutes on the river.   The Scenic River Float is suitable for all ages/ skill levels.
Daily 9 am and 1:30 pm   Adults: $75   Children: $55 (12 and under)  
http://skagwayfloat.com/ since 1997


Liarsville and Salmon Bake
        Step back over one hundred years for a dining experience you'll never forget. Step on board for a trip to Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp, nestled in the woods on the outskirts of Skagway. Watch as chefs prepare your dinner over an open wood fire using recipes handed down by the women who cooked in the camps and goldfields of 1898.   At the Liarsville Cookhouse there is a menu to satisfy even the hungriest cheechako: freshly grilled Alaskan salmon, potatoes, coleslaw, baked beans, sourdough rolls, coffee and lemonade, and for dessert enjoy hot apple strudel. You will enjoy this delicious meal under a covered eating area in the most scenic dining room in all of Alaska!! 
              Klondike Tours     tour Details  Duration: 1.5 Hours  Cost: $29 per person ($17 for Kids) Duration is approximate
               
Back Alley Gold Panning
           Finding gold is guaranteed at our historic downtown Skagway location.  Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through gold panning techniques that haven’t changed in 150 years.  Pan your own treasure and keep your find.  Also enjoy our free rock and sculpture garden.
          Skagway Adventures / M&M Tours    Price One Person $21.00, Two $42.00, Three $63.00, Four $84.00   Duration 1 hour

Back Alley Gem Mine
         Sift for your own gems and keep your find.  Everyone is guaranteed to find their own gems.  Experience the thrill of discovery at our historic downtown location.  Take your treasures home and have them transformed into priceless heirlooms.  Our knowledgeable on-site rock hound will guide you through the steps.  Miners often find emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets, amethyst, citrine, peridot, and more!
          Skagway Adventures / M&M Tours    Price One person $23.10, Two $46.20, Three $69.30, Four $92.40   Duration 1 hour

Take the passenger ferry over to Haines.
          It's an easy way to go whale watching and visit the American Bald Eagle Center (downtown Haines). 

          Skagway Fast Ferry    2011 Ferry Fares:   Adults:  One Way $35.00,  Round Trip $68.00,  Children (12 & under):  One Way $18.00,   Round Trip $34.00
45 minutes by way of our high-speed catamarans! Operating every hour between Skagway and Haines.  Upper and lower deck. Upper open deck space for completely unobstructed viewing. Comfortable, upholstered seating for up to 150 passengers. Expansive windows, both sides and forward, for virtually unobstructed viewing. Galley with beverage service. Three restrooms. Fully climate controlled. PA system through out.  (some walking required from dock to downtown area.  Haines is very small, not much there.)  (http://www.hainesskagwayfastferry.com/

Play golf on a nine-hole course set at 60 degrees North Latitude.

Hang out 
         At the touristy Red Onion Saloon (2nd & Broadway), a Gold Rush-era gathering point (and brothel).

Lunching 

Casual, in-town joints:
           Stowaway Cafe (205 Congress Way, daily, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.) has wraps, soups and fresh baked breads. For a locals' haunt, check out Sweet Tooth Cafe (315 Broadway, daily, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.) for "home cooking." Skagway Fish Co. (near the Railroad Dock, daily, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.) has terrific seafood -- and a great marina view.

Gourmet Dining:
           Olivia's at the Skagway Inn (7th and Broadway, daily, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) offers local fare with a nouvelle twist. Trademark dishes include Alaskan king crab and strip loin of elk.

Shopping in Skagway. 
          Nestled between totally touristy "outlet" stores and shops full of cheap tchotchkes are veritable gems. For books, try the Skagway News Depot (Broadway between 2nd & 3rd). For high-end crafts, ranging from made-in-Alaska jewelry to wildlife prints to needlework, try Skagway Artworks or Changing Tides (Broadway between 5th & 6th). Lynch & Kennedy (Broadway between 3rd & 4th) has exquisite (and not necessarily made locally) fine crafts, including handpainted ceramics and hand-knit woolen sweaters. Miss Kitty's Buttonhole (1 French Alley) has funky hats, canes and 1898-style clothing. The Train Shoppe in the White Pass and Yukon Route Depot (2nd & Spring) has tons of choo-choo souvenirs.

Staying in Touch
        Seaport Cyber (336 - 3rd Ave.)
offers Internet access. Buy a $5 card good for an hour online in three ports -- Skagway, Juneau and Ketchikan.


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