Skagway is unique among cruise ports in Southeast Alaska because the international border between the United States and Canada lies only fourteen miles from downtown Skagway. Travelers from all over the world yearn to capture that special image of themselves and their traveling companions standing in front of the Welcome to Alaska sign which marks this border. This small group tour (12 maximum) is designed to do just that.
Most of the day, the Welcome to Alaska sign is crowded with tour groups jostling and competing for the famous photo. As the day winds down, Skagway reveals its quieter, more intimate side. Most tours have ended, the roads are nearly empty, and the surrounding wilderness feels untouched. That is why we only offer this tour as a late afternoon departure.
Your journey begins at the cruise ship dock, where you meet your friendly local guide and board our comfortable tour vehicle. As you drive through the streets of Skagway’s historic district, you’ll hear stories of the town’s lawless Gold Rush past, filled with fortune-seekers, con artists, and legendary figures. The tour quickly climbs into the surrounding mountain corridor, offering pristine views of the glacial carved valley and rushing waterfalls. At the summit, we guarantee that we will stop at the Welcome to Alaska sign and our guide will be there to help take that shot of your group in front of the famous sign!
The exploration continues as your guide selects a few of their favorite pullouts where you can witness the rugged mountains, cobalt lakes and stunted forests that take your breath away.
Whether you’re drawn to quiet landscapes, rich storytelling, or meaningful travel experiences, this late afternoon adventure reveals a side of Skagway that few ever see. And you’ll have that image of you and your companions in front of the sign as a cherished memory.
2027 Prices:
- 3 hour tour departing from Skagway
- 2 person minimum
- $102 per adult $82 per child
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Pick up and Drop off at Dock
- 2 person minimum to open the tour