Skagway Scenic Tour Gold Rush History and Waterfalls
Overview
Discover Skagway’s rich Gold Rush history and stunning natural beauty on this comprehensive 2.5 to 3 hour scenic tour, led by a locally owned, owner-operated company and a year-round resident guide. Travel through town and beyond with someone who lives and works here, sharing the stories, history, and local insight that bring this place to life.
This tour is perfect for first-time visitors and cruise passengers with limited time, ensuring you experience the best of Skagway while still having time to explore on your own.
Tour Highlights
Duration: Approximately 2.5 to 3 hours with light walking
Locally owned, owner-operated tour led by a year-round resident
Small group size for a more personal, well-managed experience
Scenic stops include the Gold Rush Cemetery, Reid Falls, Pitchfork Falls, Klondike Highway, and scenic overlooks
Photo stop at the iconic “Welcome to Alaska” sign
Convenient meeting location near the cruise docks at Centennial Statue Park
What's Included
- Flexible drop-off (downtown or cruise dock)
- Live narration with local history, stories, and insight
- Photo stop at the iconic “Welcome to Alaska” sign
- Scenic stops including Gold Rush Cemetery, Reid Falls, Pitchfork Falls, and overlooks above town
- Wheelchair lift available by advance request
- Local, owner-operated guide
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
Meeting Location
101 Broadway
Skagway, AK 99840, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Skagway
AK 99840, USA
Drop-off is available at your cruise ship dock or in downtown Skagway upon request.
What To Expect
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Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Center (pass by)
Skagway Alaska Downtown (pass by)
Gold Rush Cemetery
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lower Reid Falls
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Skagway (pass by)
Pitchfork Falls
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Skagway
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dyea (pass by)
Skagway Overlook
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Skagway Alaska Downtown (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5647149P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
- This tour 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.
- Flexible drop-off (downtown or cruise dock).
- Live narration with local history, stories, and insight.
- Photo stop at the iconic “Welcome to Alaska” sign.
- Scenic stops including Gold Rush Cemetery, Reid Falls, Pitchfork Falls, and overlooks above town.
- Wheelchair lift available by advance request.
- Local, owner-operated guide.
- Food and Drink.
- Gratuities (optional, but appreciated).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Skagway Scenic Tour Gold Rush History and Waterfalls is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skagway Scenic Tour Gold Rush History and Waterfalls will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Flexible drop-off (downtown or cruise dock)
- Live narration with local history, stories, and insight
- Photo stop at the iconic “Welcome to Alaska” sign
- Scenic stops including Gold Rush Cemetery, Reid Falls, Pitchfork Falls, and overlooks above town
- Wheelchair lift available by advance request
- Local, owner-operated guide
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
