Private Ketchikan Tour in '67 VW Van
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Ketchikan, USA
- 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Local Guide
- Van equipped with seat belts
- WiFi on board
- Restroom on board
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
Ketchikan
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ketchikan (Pass By)
2
Rotary Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Herring Cove
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Ketchikan
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ketchikan (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Julie_M
We had a terrific day in the ‘67 VW van getting a private tour from Tristan and Ashely. It was such a wonderful tour filled with adventure and excitement! We saw 5 bears, multiple eagles, seal, starfish, crabs, jellyfish, etc. We also saw a GORGEOUS waterfall. This trip is good for all ages ! Tristan and Ashely are so knowledgeable about the wildlife, history, and geology. We learned so much from them, and we didn’t want it to end. This is a MUST DO trip.
Reviews
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barbarajnichols, Jul 2026
Tristan was very knowledgeable about the local area and sea life, flora, and fauna. Very interesting tour in a Vintage VW bus! Wonderful!
Teresa_S, Jul 2026
Tristan has a wealth of knowledge to share. He knows great places to stop and gets out his telescope to see eagle nests. He knows the water, the rainforest, the bears. You will not be disappointed. We loved our adventures with Tristan and the van.
Katie_P, Jul 2026
We loved spending our morning with Tristan, exploring the land and hidden sites of Ketchikan. Tristan is an extremely knowledgeable local, who showed us sea life including star fish and urchins, used a scope to show us a bald eagle nest, took us into the rain forest and visited a waterfall. All while sharing knowledge of the land only a true local would know. The VW van was comfortable and fun to ride in while seeing the town. He kindly offered to drop off back off at Ward Cove as well. We were all disappointed that our port time was limited and we couldn’t spend all day exploring with Tristan.
Michael_B, Jul 2026
Great time in the bus. Excellent, knowledgeable guide who is a native of the area. Good experience for the grandchildren. Learned slot about nature. Saw bald eagles but no bears. Beautiful area. Would recommend. Private and entertaining.
Julie_M, Jul 2026
Tristan was a very charming and knowledgeable local guide with insight into local fisheries, wildlife and outdoor activities. His personally restored VE van is a blast from the past. We thoroughly enjoyed our ride.
Tanya_H, Jul 2026
Tristan was amazing! He was incredibly knowledgeable and patiently answered our group’s endless questions. We had such a great time on this excursion and loved the chance to get up close views of the local wildlife. It was definitely one of the top highlights of our trip!
Susan_B, Jun 2026
We had a good time! Tristan took us to Rotary Beach and Herring Cove. We were able to see a bear in the wild, salmon, and lots of eagles. He dropped us off at Creek street at our request.
Sandy_S, Jun 2026
Excellent trip. Nice driver with an awesome VW bus. Comfortable and enjoyable. Beautiful scenery and we saw two eagles.
Clifford_W, Jun 2026
My group of six enjoyed this tour. We hit an exceptional weather day in Ketchikan and Tristan made the most of it. The sights we enjoyed and learned about the area while at it. Neat vehicle made it even better.
MICHELE_H, Sep 2025
Perfect way to see more than the usual tourist stops in Ketchikan. Tristan and Ashley are longtime residents that can show you the natural beauty of the island. The VW bus is just fun icing on the cake!
Perry_L, Sep 2025
A great tour and very informative from our hosts Tristan and Ashley. We picked the right day as it was full sunshine. We managed a couple of tick boxes with wales a bear and a bald eagle. The hosts were well acquainted with the locality and kept us well informed. A novel way to see the sights. Hundred percent recommended.
The_m, Aug 2025
Very authentic and fun experience the guider was very gentle and polite recommend to all to drive in the blue vw
Mike_C, Aug 2025
Tristan is a local and knows this area. Highly recommend the early 7:00am tour if you want to see wildlife. Tristan took us to a location where we immediately saw a bear in the stream that caught a large salmon! We were able to see a bunch of salmon swimming upstream as well. Then to top it off a bald eagle landed very near us. Great tour in the old VW bus. But watch your head several of us bumped our heads pretty hard getting in and out. I highly recommend this tour.
Thomas_P, Aug 2025
Great private tour around Ketchikan in a very cool ‘67 VW Bus, very knowledgeable about Ketchikan thank you very much Tristan.
DeCole_C, Jul 2025
I had not planned on doing an excursion in Ketchikan but decided since we were there for an extended period of time I would seek a unique experience that would be something we would talk about years later. When I saw the Tour in a ‘67 VW Van - I knew it would be authentic and unique. I did not want to feel like I was on a field trip and our time with Tristan in the VW did not disappoint. He took us off the beaten path and we were shown Alaska in a very personal way. Not only did we see a whales up close to the shore area he chose to take us into but also a Bald Eagle nest where the beautiful creatures were busy and soaring for us to see. We went into an enchanted forest to see Alaska’s beautiful and lush flora and fauna, it was majestic to say the least. Tristan tailored our stops to our group of 5 and had a vast knowledge of the history of the area, Alaska and beyond. He answered all of our questions and shared details that were interesting for all of us. This was a special treat and I did not feel like I was on an excursion but with a friend. Tristan was excited to share Alaska with us and it was fun to see him get excited as if he was experiencing everything for the first time again too. It made our time so memorable! THANK YOU a million times over.
Maribeth_S, Jul 2025
Made a stop in Ketchikan on our Alaska cruise and this was a great way to see the sights. The VW bus was iconic and actually so comfortable! And our tour guide Tristan was great giving us all the local stories.
Peter_K, Jul 2025
Great tour. Tristan was a fantastic guide with great knowledge of the area. He took us to some great spots and was really nice and low key. We loved riding around in the VW minibus. I highly recommend the tour.
Karen_W, Jul 2025
We had a great time. We travelled with school aged kids. Tristan took us to explore tide pools, a forest, and a couple other areas. During our trip we saw plenty of wildlife; star fish, crabs, bald eagles, harbor seals, salmon, black bear momma with her two cubs, and a hump back whale. Tristan was very knowledgeable about the area and was able to answer all our questions. Would definitely recommend!
Melissa_C, Jul 2025
Best tour in Ketchikan in a classic VW Bus!!! Tristan was so knowledgeable about the area, marine life, the wildlife and forests. So memorable. This is a must do tour. You can’t help but have a phenomenal time! Thank you Tristan and Ashley!
Diana_M, Jun 2025
Eagles! Sea creatures! Very informative guide/driver. I highly recommend. Tristan has a long history in the area. It was just my husband and myself on tour and so educational and enjoyable.
Leanne_L, Jun 2025
Great way to see Ketchikan. Tristan's unique 67 bus was an attraction itself. His knowledge of the area allowed him to provide the history of the area and allowed us to see eagles, tidal pools, bears, waterfalls and even perfectly timed it to see a Hump Back breach. Our family rented the whole van and he adjusted the tour to our pace. His microphone system in his van allowed or easy conversation and Q&A. It truly felt like a friend showing us all his favorite spots. Highly recommended for all. Thank you
Shelby_L, Jun 2025
Such a great way to see more then just downtown! We had a fantastic afternoon, we all loved to VW!! Your guide was so friendly and brought us around to multiple spots go get out and explore for a bit!
Phlip_H, Jun 2025
The tour was great in Tristan's restored VW bus. Tristan owns the business and took us around Ketchikan. He is very knowledgeable and told us all about island life and the wildlife of the area. We saw many eagles, unfortunately the bears were in hiding that morning but I would have no hesitation in recommending this tour. Great service, 10/10 experience.
Pamela_H, Jun 2025
Tristan did a fantastic job of showing our multigenerational family all sorts of wildlife specimens and nature while we were docked in Ketchikan. The weather wasn’t great but he showed us bald eagles and nests and took us to the shore and collected various specimens for the kids to examine and hold. We walked in the rain forest and saw various flora and bones from animals which fascinated the kids. I think Tristin recognized our families’ interests and adjusted the itinerary accordingly. Highly recommend this as he was able to provide a lot of education along with hands on experience.
Julie_M, Jun 2025
We had a terrific day in the ‘67 VW van getting a private tour from Tristan and Ashely. It was such a wonderful tour filled with adventure and excitement! We saw 5 bears, multiple eagles, seal, starfish, crabs, jellyfish, etc. We also saw a GORGEOUS waterfall. This trip is good for all ages ! Tristan and Ashely are so knowledgeable about the wildlife, history, and geology. We learned so much from them, and we didn’t want it to end. This is a MUST DO trip.
Missy_P, May 2025
This was a fun and unique way to experience Ketchikan! Tristan, was our guide and driver, and very accommodating of our questions and wanting to learn more about the local area, including making an unplanned stop to see totem poles and local indigenous artists. Highly recommend booking a tour with Tristian and Ashley if you are cruising and looking for an excursion in Ketchikan.
Dean_B, May 2025
This was an incredible experience. Personal tour guide who has lived in Alaska their entire life is invaluable. Tristen was excellent and showed us things nobody else could have without his intimate knowledge of the area.
Kirsten_C, May 2025
Wow, what a super great tour with a local company! Absolutely stunning views & very informative would definitely do this again. Tristan is super nice. Thank you so much my family was so happy!!
amber_c, Sep 2024
Ashley and Tristen were awesome guides to all the local wildlife. We saw so many different animals and they were very patient with all of my daughter’s questions. The VW van was also a lot of fun. Absolutely recommend this tour!
Ruth_R, Aug 2024
It was great having Tristan as our personal tour guide. He was born and raised in Ketchikan. He took us to awesome lesser known areas in Ketchikan and gave us interesting information about the area. The VW van was awesome. Would highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We are so glad that you enjoyed our tour!
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