White Pass Summit & City Tour

Skagway White Pass

Budget friendly tour showcases local highlights
with White Pass Summit and City tour

The narrated drive up the gorgeous Klondike Highway parallels much of the White Pass Gold Rush Trail of 1898 where stampeeders struggled to climb carrying their ton of goods during winter snows. Along the route to the White Pass are spectacular vistas of steep mountains of coastal rainforest and historical stops. Stops can include Brackett Wagon Road, Pitchfork Falls, Moore Creek Bridge, and views of the WP&YR railroad. Breathe in the fresh, crisp mountain air and watch for possible wildlife along the route.

Upon cresting the White Pass Summit (3292 feet, 1003 meters), take in views of the sub-arctic alpine tundra of the “Tormented” Valley, with its crystal blue Summit Lake and snowcapped mountain panorama. At the US/Canadian border, have a photo opportunity with the Welcome to Alaska sign!

Our return trip takes us to the Skagway Scenic Overlook, which offers a bird’s-eye view of the entire town, harbor, Lynn Canal, and cruise ships. During the tour we also drive through the historic downtown (part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park). We visit the Gold Rush Cemetery to visit our infamous outlaw, Soapy Smith, and hear tales of the early pioneers. Above the Gold Rush Cemetery is a short uphill hike to Lower Reid Falls which many choose to do during the time at the Cemetery. Your guide will bring the Gold Rush to life throughout the tour with many stories of the history of the era. Your guide will also take photos of your group for you along the route.

If you would like to read more about the Gold Rush History, check out this page from the National Park Service and then book our tour to see the area in person!

We make plenty of stops for photos along the way! Our most economical tour and shortest option.

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Tour Quick Facts

Price:

$70.35 adult (13 and older)
$49.35 children ages-2-12
Under age 2 is free
(Includes sales tax)

Round Trip Time:

2.75 hours Approx.

Round Trip Distance:

36 miles Approx.

Departures:
  • 8:45 am and 12:30 pm Monday-Friday
Lunch Provided:

No

Passport Required:

Yes

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