The "Welcome to Alaska" Sign Tour
Overview
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 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. That is why we only offer this tour in the late afternoon, when the crowds are gone.
The tour leaves Skagway and 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! 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.
What's Included
- Entry into Canada - Passports Required for all guests.
- Pick up and drop off at dock
- Knowledgeable guide
- Guide Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
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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Additional Info
- 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
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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.
- Entry into Canada - Passports Required for all guests.
- Pick up and drop off at dock.
- Knowledgeable guide.
- Guide Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the The "Welcome to Alaska" Sign Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for wheelchair bound travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The “Welcome to Alaska” Sign Tour 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
- Entry into Canada - Passports Required for all guests.
- Pick up and drop off at dock
- Knowledgeable guide
- Guide Gratuities
Additional Info
- 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
