Top Skagway Architecture Tours

Discover the highlights of Skagway and Alaska’s gold rush history on this tour. Wind through the downtown area and visit the Gold Rush Cemetery, where you hear tales about Frank Reed and Soapy Smith. Aboard a comfortable mini-bus with large windows, travel along White Pass Summit and soak up views of mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls. Marvel at the surreal landscape of Tormented Valley. Stop frequently along the way for photo ops and wildlife viewings. Please note that you will need your passport, don't forget it!

Take in the coastal wilderness of southeastern Alaska from the water with this RIB adventure. Don a waterproof suit, goggles, and gloves and skirt the shoreline to marvel at the pristine coves, natural waterfalls, and the only fjord in North America. Stop to snap photos and spot wildlife plus savor the silence when the captain cuts the motor.

While in port, explore Skagway's local highlights and the White Pass Summit during this mini-bus sightseeing shore excursion. Travel along the Klondike highway with sweeping views of coastal rainforest cloaked mountains and rugged mountain valleys. Stops include waterfalls and a classic photo at the ‘Welcome to Alaska’ sign. Breathe in crisp mountain air near the Summit and sweeping dramatic views at Tormented Valley.

Explore the wild beauty of Canada’s Yukon Territory on a scenic half-day minibus shore excursion from Skagway port, which saves you the stress of driving along unfamiliar roads yourself. Travel the historic Klondike Highway, admiring rugged mountains, cascading waterfalls, as someone else focuses on the road, and snap photos of the dramatic Tormented Valley. Ascend to the White Pass summit and watch for wildlife. Don’t forget to bring a valid passport for this cross-border adventure.

This is not a run-of-the-mill sled excursion—it packs in several fun activities and concludes with a treat that’s hard not to love. Follow your guide on a short tour of downtown Skagway, hop on a Unimog—a multipurpose, all-wheel drive vehicle—for a ride up a mountain, and then take a sled ride with Alaskan huskies through Tongass National Park. Afterward, get a chance to spend time with husky puppies.

Discover the history and natural beauty of Skagway, Alaska and the Yukon in Canada on this half-day guided tour. Spot some of the incredible Alaskan wildlife before stopping to meet some of its more domesticated animals at Tutshi Sled Dog Camp. Enjoy some puppy therapy while learning about raising and training sled dogs from their handlers.

Calling all independently-minded travelers for a DIY Jeep tour into the Yukon. This tour, which includes a full-day Jeep rental and a narrated mile-by-mile audio guide, is a great way to venture along the Klondike Highway into the Yukon Territory. Pick up your Jeep at your convenience and travel at your own pace to Emerald Lake and back.

Go sightseeing in the Yukon on a half-day tour from Skagway. Bring your passport to clear the border crossing in Fraser, then experience the natural beauty of the White Pass and the boreal forest in Canada. You also learn about Klondike Gold Rush history and have time for photo ops at landmarks such as Bridal Veil Falls and the Welcome To Alaska Sign. Includes a driver-guide who shares live commentary and round-trip transportation from Skagway.

Make the most of your time on land with this shore excursion of Canada’s Yukon Territory. Go through White Pass to the Carcross Desert, Emerald Lake, and Caribou Crossing, visit a dog mushing camp, and look for wildlife such as bear, moose, and caribou. Includes lunch

While guided tours are great for getting oriented, they usually stick to tight schedules and discourage independent exploration. With this self-guided audio tour of Skagway, you can explore the town’s historic buildings and sites completely at your own pace. Install the mobile-app on your phone, use the code on your confirmation, and explore Klondike Gold Rush era buildings from the town docks to the historic businesses in the town center—along the way, you can start, stop, and pause whenever you wish.

Discover the best of Skagway on a popular day trip for visitors docked at the cruise port. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides context about landmarks and natural landscapes along the way. Included on the day’s itinerary is a dog-sledding session with free time to play with the Iditarod training camp puppies. No need to plan logistics: Lunch, entrance fees, and admission tickets are all included.