Skagway's Hidden Gem

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Overview

Escape the crowds and discover Skagway in the golden light of late afternoon. This small-group tour offers quiet roads, stunning scenery, and rich storytelling. Explore the historic panoramic overlooks, and peaceful coastal stretches with a knowledgeable local guide. It’s an unforgettable glimpse into Skagway’s hidden beauty and history, perfect for travelers seeking something truly unique.

What's Included

  • Entry into Canada - Passports Required for all guests.
  • Pick up and drop off at dock
  • Knowledgeable guide
  • Guide Gratuities
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There are three docks in Skagway and three different meeting locations.1. If your ship is docked at the RAILROAD Dock (next to the rock cliff with the landslide), you will either take a shuttle bus or a tender (small boat) from your ship to the tour guide greeting location. Tendered guests will step off the boat and walk up the ramp to meet the guide. Shuttled guests will find the guide waiting at the Ship Shuttle drop-off area. Regardless of the location, your guide will be holding a Rainbow Glacier Adventures sign. DO NOT WALK TOWARDS TOWN.Once your guide has met all members of your group, they will then escort you to your tour vehicle. If you do not immediately see a Rainbow Glacier Adventures guide, stay and wait at the greeting area.2. If your ship is docked at the BROADWAY Dock (in the center of town), walk to the greeting area at the end of the pier. Your guide will be holding a Rainbow Glacier Adventures sign.Once your guide has met all members of your group, they will then escort you to your tour vehicle. If you do not immediately see a Rainbow Glacier Adventures guide, stay and wait at the greeting area. DO NOT WALK TOWARDS TOWN.3. If your ship is docked at the ORE Dock, walk across the wooden pier to the greeting area. Your guide will be there holding a Rainbow Glacier Adventures sign. DO NOT WALK TOWARDS TOWN.Once your guide has met all members of your group, they will then escort you to your tour vehicle. If you do not immediately see a Rainbow Glacier Adventures guide, stay and wait at the greeting area.4. Hotel and B&B Guests: This tour departs from in front of your lodging. Watch for the van with the Rainbow Glacier Adventures logo.PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR PASSPORTS AND/OR OTHER REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION! This is an international tour and guests will not be allowed in the vehicle without the correct documentation. Canada will only accept Official Passports or Passport cards. Our tours leave at the appointed time and there will not be time for you to go back to the ship to get your documents. Your assistance in this matter will help guarantee an on-time departure.If you do not see the guide by 15 minutes prior to the tour, please call the tour operator.

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Skagway Alaska Downtown

Your journey begins at the cruise ship dock, where you will be welcomed by a friendly local guide and escorted to a comfortable tour vehicle. As you drive through the peaceful 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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

British Columbia

With the roads nearly empty, your experience is unhurried and deeply personal. The tour continues beyond the town into the surrounding mountain corridor, offering pristine views and a calm atmosphere rarely experienced during the busy hours.As we make our way up the Klondike Highway, we’ll cross the Denali Fault Line, a powerful geological feature that marks the meeting point of two shifting tectonic plates. From there, the road winds into the dramatic terrain of the White Pass, where rugged mountains and glacier-carved valleys begin to rise all around us.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Skagway

Throughout the tour, your guide shares stories that weave together the area’s Indigenous history, natural wonders, and the resilient spirit of Skagway’s local community. Whether you're drawn to quiet landscapes, rich storytelling, or meaningful travel experiences, this afternoon adventure reveals a side of Skagway that few ever see.Drive back to Skagway with golden hour views and final photo opportunities along the way. Arrive back at cruise dock or your hotel.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Passport Required

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skagway’s Hidden Gem?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (AKDT).This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Entry into Canada - Passports Required for all guests.
  • Pick up and drop off at dock
  • Knowledgeable guide
  • Guide Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for wheelchair bound travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Passport Required
  • Visa Required if applicable
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (AKDT).
  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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