Skagway: Klondike Highway & Yukon Bus Tour with Husky Kennel
ID: GYG570139-975645
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
05:30 hours
Description
Follow in the footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush on this bus tour from Skagway into the Yukon in Canada. Ride on the Klondike Highway, cross the Yukon Suspension Bridge, and visit a husky kennel.
Meet your guide at the cruise ship dock in Skagway and hop aboard a comfortable and spacious bus and begin your adventure. Travel up the Klondike Highway while you take in wildlife, waterfalls, glacier-covered mountains, and views of the White Pass Railroad.
Cross into the province of British Columbia in Canada and pass through the subarctic alpine tundra of the Tormented Valley for stunning views of Summit Lake. Continue through B.C. where you'll stop at Canada Customs at Fraser B.C, and the Yukon Territory.
Stop along the way to snap photos at the British Columbia, the Yukon and the Welcome to Alaska sign. Head to the Yukon Suspension Bridge, located in the remote British Columbia wilderness. This 200-foot-long bridge traverses the Tutshi River where can spot a number of animals in their natural habitat.
See roaring rapids below which provide an amazing backdrop for photos. The Outdoor Interpretive Museum provides maps and guides to give you a better understanding of the region between Skagway and Whitehorse, with information on the First Nations and the stories of the Gold Rush era.
Finally, visit the Tagish Lake Dog Sledding Camp. Get a glimpse into the history of sled dog use throughout Canada and Alaska. See the dogs in action and play with puppies while meeting real life trainers and Iditarod/Yukon Quest mushers.
Purchase snacks and souvenirs to take home at the gift as a way to remember this once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Return to your cruise ship dock with unforgettable memories of this unique area.
Highlights
- Walk footsteps of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders as you pass through White Pass
- Let the views of waterfalls, glaciers, and mountains take your breath away
- Expereince the excitement of crossing the 200-foot-long Yukon Suspension Bridge
- Have fun playing with the puppies and meeting real life mushers at the kennel
- Enjoy the convenience of pickup and drop-off at the cruise ship dock in Skagway
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour leaves the United States and enters Canada
Guests of all ages and nationalities must bring passports and other required documentation
Passport copies are not accepted
Photo ID and birth certificates are not acceptable unless the guest is a U.S. or Canadian citizen
ALL GUESTS, INCLUDING CHILDREN, MUST BRING PASSPORTS AND ANY OTHER REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION for all tours with our company. Photo copies ARE NOT permitted. Photo ID and birth certificates are not acceptable unless the guest is a U.S. or Canadian citizen.
You will be met at the end of your cruise ship dock by a representative of Skagway Tours 15 minutes prior to departure. Due to the nature of our tours we must depart on time.
Look for a representative holding a RED sign that reads, "SKAGWAY TOURS."
Railroad Dock – Please go to the "ZONE B" checkpoint, near the pavilian, this is adjacent to the area where shuttles and tenders will drop you off.
Broadway Dock - Walk to the end of the pier "foot bridge" to the parking lot directly in front of your ship.
Ore Dock - Walk to the sea green weather shelter which is located past port security to the right, and on the dock next to the parking lot and the cruise ship.
INCLUDED
- Pickup and drop-off at the cruise ship dock in Skagway
- Skagway bus tour
- Guide
- Entry to the Yukon Suspension Bridge
- Admission to the Tagish Lake Kennel
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
