Historic Gold Rush Scenic Drive
From
£72
pp
2h 15 mins · 4.6 (10)
On this excursion in Skagway, hear tales about Skagway’s time as a gold rush boom town as your guide points out some of its historic buildings.
Driving through Skagway’s residential district you’ll learn all kinds of interesting facts about this wonderful town. Once out of town, your tour leads over a mountain road to what was once the gold rush city of Dyea.
Along the way you’ll stop at the Naku Bay overlook and peer down the inside passage – North America’s longest and deepest fjord. Next, head to the trailhead of the Chilkoot Trail.
Next, your tour heads out to the abandoned gold rush town of Dyea. The spruce and hemlock trees grow along what were once the streets of a bustling town full of stampeders seeking fortune
Before returning to Skagway, you’ll get some more great photo opportunities at the Taiya River overlook and a fantastic look at Skagway at the Skagway overlook. This tour is a great way to discover and learn about Skagway – A small town with a lot to see.
What's included
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
What's not included
- GRATUITIES
Itinerary
- Explore this historic Gold Rush town's charming downtown, quaint residential area, and small-town amenities as your expert guide regales you with it's history and fun facts. Does Skagway truly not have a doctor? Where do local children go to school? How many people live here year-round?
- Take a look at the town of Skagway and the Skagway River from a higher perspective! Stop at the Skagway Overlook for scenic photo opportunities of the town, confluence of the Skagway River with the Pacific Ocean, and the Chilkat Mountains in the distance.
- This world-famous trail was the main route to the riches of the Klondike during the gold rush over 100 years ago. Now a tranquil place of incredible beauty, the trail winds through a lush rainforest alive with birds, animals and wildflowers
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
If you are not arriving on a cruise ship, please meet your guide at the Small Boat Harbor 15 minutes prior to departure time to fill out required paperwork
End point
If you are not arriving on a cruise ship, please meet your guide at the Small Boat Harbor 15 minutes prior to departure time to fill out required paperwork
Practical information
- Operated by
- Alaska Mountain Guides Adventures, inc. Chilkat Guides Ltd
- Max group size
- 12 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–12
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- MANUAL
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Important notes
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 2 hours 15 minutes. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.