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Skagway · Alaska · United States
Historic Gold Rush Scenic Drive (from Skagway)
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Your journey begins at the pier where you’ll meet your knowledgeable guide. Your small, intimate group will board a van and drive through Skagway’s historic district and residential district en route to the backcountry and the gold rush era town of Dyea. While 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, you’ll head 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. 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. Here, your guide weaves an entertaining mix of natural history and Klondike folklore. Next, head out to the abandoned gold rush town of Dyea. The spruce and hemlock trees grow along what was 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 to overlook and a fantastic look at Skagway from above at the Skagway overlook. This tour is a great way to discover and learn about Skagway A small town with a lot to see.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- See the historic town site of Dyea
- Visit the trailhead of the famous Chilkoot Trail
- To see the beauty of the Taiya River on this scenic driving tour of Skagway
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
(~15 minutes) - Your friendly guide will meet you near the Skagway Small Boat harbor sign and restrooms. Here they will take the opportunity to get to know you and provide answers to any questions that you might have about your upcoming excursion and complete any necessary paperwork. (~10 minutes) - Tour of historic Skagway and residential District. (~20 minutes) - We'll head out of town and stop at the Naku Bay overlook. (~25 minutes) - We'll make our way along the coast towards the Chilkoot Trail trailhead, and learn more about the Gold Rush. (bathroom stop) (~25 minutes) - We'll journey to the historic townsite of Dyea. (~15 minutes) - As we retrace our steps back towards town, we'll stop at an overlook of the Taiya River. (~25minutes) - Before returning to Skagway, we'll stop at the Skagway overlook, and then return to the dock.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Skagway
Driving at Chilkoot Trail.
Continued
Skagway
Sightseeing at Taiya River.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
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What to Bring
Clothes: Layers for warmth, rain jacket
Restrictions
Medical Restrictions: It is the guest’s responsibility to determine if they are physically and mentally able to participate in the activity. Pertinent medical conditions must be disclosed to the guide.
Meeting & Pickup
Please meet your guide at the Small Boat Harbor 30 minutes prior to the trip start time to fill out the required paperwork. If you are arriving by cruise ship, your guide will meet you at the end of the pier that your ship docks at. Please stay at your cruise ship dock if you are a cruise ship passenger. Your guide will be holding a sign that says with the name of your tour. FOR NON CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS, the meeting location is the Small Boat Harbor sign. 205 Congress Way, Skagway, AK 99840.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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