9 Skagway Shore Excursions to Build a Port Day Around

1.Full-Day Tour of the Yukon

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

Ride from your Skagway cruise pier into Canada’s Yukon with a guide such as Connor, Mike, Andrew, or Patrick. Expect a small-group minibus, frequent photo stops, possible wildlife sightings, lunch at Wild Adventure Yukon, a museum, huskies, Carcross, and Emerald Lake. Bring an original passport and any required visa.

“Fantastic trip and the tour guide was phenomenal! Our guide was incredibly personable. He had us laughing while learning all about the area from Skagway to the Yukon. There was a bear at one of the stops along the way and he made sure to keep everyone at a safe distance to enjoy the bear but maintain safety.”

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2.Skagway Shore Excursion Chilkoot Trail Hike and Float Tour

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

You’ll hike two miles through temperate rainforest, climb roughly 300 feet on steep, uneven ground, then relax on a gentle Taiya River float. Guides such as Dominic, Danny, Rachel, Owen, and Bob add local stories, Gold Rush history, and sharp eyes for mushrooms, berries, eagles, and other wildlife. Port pickup, snacks, gear, and return transport are included.

“beautiful hike through forest …fairly steep path up with stone steps and down . Would of been good to have walking pole Spectacular float down Taiyu river Guide was good at pointing out eagles along river and local trees and plants during hike”

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3.White Pass Summit and Skagway City Tour

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

Join Frontier Excursions & Adventures for a 2.5 to 3-hour narrated mini-bus tour from Skagway’s cruise terminal to White Pass Summit. See Pitchfork and Bridal Veil Falls, Tormented Valley, Summit Lake, the Gold Rush Cemetery, and the Welcome to Alaska sign. Guides such as Beverly and Garrett add local stories and practical help.

“Great trip. Well informed guide. Lots of good stories. She made sure we got in the Yukon. Had fog on the way up..”

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4.Yukon Discovery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 256 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $185

This six-hour coach tour takes you from Skagway through White Pass into Canada and the Yukon. You will stop for waterfalls, lakes, mountain views, wildlife, lunch, a petting farm, and a dog-mushing camp. Guides such as Raymond, Clay, Rebecca, and Scott are praised for lively local stories. A sled ride is available as an upgrade.

“Raymond our tour guide was amazing, stopped at all the right places and explained every step of the way. The most amazing views. Highly recommend is you are going to Alaska. 6 hours that went way to quickly”

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5.Scenic River Float Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Ride from Skagway through the Dyea Valley, then float about 40 minutes down the calm Taiya River in a raft holding up to 11 people. Guides such as Owen, Erin, Danny, and Rachel share local history and point out eagles, seals, and possible bears. The tour suits families, older adults, and anyone seeking a gentle Alaska outing.

“The whole experience was excellent from the beauty of nature to our wonderful, friendly guide. We’d book it again.”

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6.City and Mountain Summit Shore Excursion in Skagway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 158 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Ride from Skagway toward the White Pass Summit with a local driver-guide, stopping for waterfalls, mountain views, glacial valleys, the Gold Rush cemetery, and photo opportunities. Guides such as Chad, Scott, Lewis, and Noah are known for lively stories and helpful photography. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours and may cross into Canada.

“The views were SPECTACULAR! The waterfalls were impressive. A most enjoyable three hours with lots of vistas and interesting information.”

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7.Yukon Dog Sledding and Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 99 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $229

Travel from Skagway into Canada’s Yukon with a driver-guide such as Chad, Rebecca, Noah, Eric, or Kenton. Stop at White Pass, Emerald Lake, Caribou Crossing, and a sled-dog training camp for lunch, puppies, and a short mushing ride. Bring your passport and allow extra time for the scenic drive.

“Definitely a must do! We were ages 5-70 and all had a great time. Noah was our guide and he was extremely knowledgeable. The final destination was incredible with petting zoo and puppies plus experience of dog mushing. We got back to our ship with plenty of time.”

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8.Liarsville Gold Rush Camp, Gold Panning and Salmon Bake Combo

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 72 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $119

Visit Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp at the foot of White Pass for a salmon buffet, Gold Rush exhibits, a short comic show, and hands-on gold panning. You’ll learn the basic technique, search prepared troughs for tiny flakes, keep what you find, and return to Skagway port after about two hours.

“Liarsville Gold rush camp was okay. The salmon was very fresh and food was good.”

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9.Private luxury shore excursion Skagway, AK to Emerald Lake, Yukon.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Travel from Skagway to Emerald Lake and Carcross in a private, climate-controlled vehicle for up to six people. Guides such as Vanessa, Jaren, Emiliano, and Jerry share gold rush and Yukon stories, stop for photos, and watch for wildlife. Bring your passport, buy lunch in Carcross, and expect a flexible five-hour ride.

“Good driver (Emiliano) and good assistance. Frequent stoppages in interesting point within time allowed.”

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