About this experience
See the best of Skagway in just 90 minutes on this guided highlights tour, perfect for cruise passengers and travelers with limited time.
Travel in a comfortable small-group vehicle with a local, owner-operator guide who shares the stories and history of the Klondike Gold Rush.
Drive through historic downtown, stop at a scenic overlook with views of the harbor and surrounding mountains, then visit the Gold Rush Cemetery, including the grave of infamous outlaw Soapy Smith. Continue with a short walk to Reid Falls, a beautiful waterfall just beyond the forest.
This experience is designed to be efficient, engaging, and personal, offering the perfect mix of history, humor, scenery, and local insight.
Highlights:
90-minute small-group tour
Local, owner-operator guide
Scenic overlook with panoramic views
Gold Rush Cemetery and Soapy Smith’s grave
Short walk to Reid Falls waterfall
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Flexible drop-off (downtown or cruise dock)
- Live narration and storytelling
- Photo stops at key locations
- Local, owner-operated guide
- Small-group experience
- Wheelchair lift available by advance request
Not included
- Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
- Food and Drink
Itinerary and highlights
Drive through historic downtown Skagway along Broadway, lined with Gold Rush-era buildings, shops, and stories from the Klondike era.
Get a comprehensive overview of Skagway as you travel through downtown, residential areas, and key local landmarks. See the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway yard, Skagway River, City Hall, and everyday life beyond the tourist center.
Visit the historic Gold Rush Cemetery, where many figures from Skagway’s Klondike era are buried, including the infamous outlaw Soapy Smith. Hear the stories that bring this fascinating chapter of history to life.
Enjoy a short walk to Lower Reid Falls, a scenic waterfall tucked just beyond the cemetery and surrounded by forest and mountain views.
Enjoy views up the White Pass from a bridge over the Skagway River, where the Klondike Highway winds through dramatic mountain scenery.
Follow Dyea Road and learn about the historic route once used by stampeders heading toward the Chilkoot Trail and the town of Dyea.
Enjoy panoramic views of Skagway, the harbor, and surrounding mountains from a scenic overlook above town—one of the best photo spots in the area.
As the tour returns to Skagway, guests may choose to be dropped off downtown or at their cruise ship dock.
Meeting and pickup information
- Meet at the statue in Centennial Park (Shoreline Park) on Broadway, a short walk from the cruise docks. Look for your guide holding a "Skagway in 90 Minutes The Must-See Highlights Tour" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Tours depart on time; late arrivals are considered no-shows.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Local Skagway Day Trips
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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