The 4 Tours in Skagway That Earn Their Price

1.Skagway Shore Excursion: Full-Day Tour of the Yukon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $173Our pick

Leave your cruise ship in Skagway and ride a minibus over the Klondike Highway into Canada’s Yukon. You’ll stop at Tutshi and Tagish lakes, Carcross Desert, Lake Bennett, and Emerald Lake, then visit Wild Adventure Yukon for lunch, wildlife displays, and sled dogs. Guides such as Connor, Mike, Andrew, and Patrick are known for lively local stories.

“Had a great day exploring Skagway and the Yukon. Connor shared his passion and knowledge of the area. Highly recommend!”

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2.Skagway Shore Excursion: Half-Day Tour to the Yukon Border and Suspension Bridge

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 543 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $138

Ride the Klondike Highway from Skagway to White Pass, British Columbia, and the Yukon border in a small minibus. Stop at waterfalls, Summit Lake, Tutshi Lake, historic bridges, and the Yukon Suspension Bridge. Guides such as Conner, Andrew, Garrett, and Mike add local stories and help with photos. Bring your original passport.

“Patrick was an amazing guide. This was so much more informative than the train. We were able to stop and see more scenery.”

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3.Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 513 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145

Walk two miles of the Chilkoot Trail through temperate rainforest, then relax on a gentle Taiya River float. Guides such as Dominic, Danny, Owen, Rachel, and Shaggy share Gold Rush stories and point out mushrooms, berries, eagles, and other wildlife. The first section is steep and uneven, so bring sturdy shoes and accept a hiking pole.

“What a beautiful day we had hiking and rafting back! The hike on the Chilkoot trail with Joe was super informative and so incredibly beautiful! We saw fauna that we haven’t seen anywhere else and we live in a forest! The hike was active but not difficult if you are dressed correctly. The river float required nothing from us except to sit and enjoy what Joe was telling us and showing us. It was about a 4 hour excursion and we had a blast!”

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4.Skagway Shore Excursion: White Pass Summit and Skagway City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 417 reviews · from $72Best value

Ride a narrated mini-bus from Skagway’s cruise terminal to the White Pass Summit at 3,292 feet. You’ll see Pitchfork and Bridal Veil Falls, Tormented Valley, Summit Lake, the Gold Rush Cemetery, and the Welcome to Alaska sign. Guides such as Beverly, Garrett, and Aaron are known for strong local stories, though taller passengers may find the bus tight.

“Trip was great. Beverly was a great tour guide! She did a wonderful job telling us about the area and taking us to very scenic viewing areas.”

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