Explore cruise-port excursions by Worldway Voyage Concierge. Discover authentic options and request a verified reservation.
Tucked between the sea and snow-dusted peaks, Skagway is where Alaska's wild heart beats loudest. Cruise passengers and day-trippers alike come here for the mix of stunning scenery and Gold Rush charm. With Worldway Shore Excursions, you can ride the rails, snuggle with sled dogs, or simply breathe in the mountain air as every Skagway tour tells a story. Experience the Heart of Skagway, Alaska Nestled between the mountains and sea, Skagway is a gateway to adventure in Alaska's northern Inside Passage. Though home to fewer than 1,000 residents, this charming town is filled with Gold Rush history, wooden boardwalks, and restored 19th-century buildings. Visitors can stroll down Broadway Street, browse local shops, and enjoy authentic Alaskan fare before or after their tours. Those interested in history will love visiting the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, where you can step back in time to the late 1800s boom era. You'll also find fascinating landmarks like the Red Onion Saloon, a former brothel turned historic bar and museum, and the Skagway Museum and Archives, showcasing relics from the Gold Rush and early frontier life. Popular Skagway Shore Excursions From scenic train rides to thrilling outdoor adventures, Skagway shore excursions cater to every traveler. Here are some of the most booked options: White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad: Take a breathtaking train ride up the White Pass Summit, following the same trail stampeders once climbed during the Klondike Gold Rush. Yukon Discovery Tour: Cross into the Yukon Territory, Canada, and visit Emerald Lake, one of the most photographed spots in North America. Dog Sledding Adventure: Meet Alaskan huskies at a musher's camp, learn about the art of mushing, and enjoy a sled dog ride through beautiful alpine terrain. Helicopter Glacier Flightseeing & Dog Sled Tour: Combine a scenic helicopter ride with an authentic mushing experience on a glacier, an unforgettable highlight of any Alaska cruise. Skagway City & White Pass Summit Tour: Perfect for history lovers, this combo city tour and train tour explores both the downtown area and the panoramic White Pass. Yukon Suspension Bridge Tour: Cross the thrilling suspension bridge high above the Tutshi River and soak in incredible views of the wilderness. Chilkoot Trail Hike & Float: Follow the footsteps of gold seekers on the legendary Chilkoot Trail, then relax on a gentle float trip down the Taiya River. Haines Wilderness Adventure: Take a ferry to Haines for wildlife viewing, kayaking, and photo opportunities of bald eagles and bears along the Chilkat River. Zipline Adventure in the Rainforest: Soar through old-growth forest on a zipline course surrounded by breathtaking views and Alaskan wildlife. Gold Panning & Salmon Bake at Liarsville: Try your hand at gold panning, enjoy a delicious salmon bake, and relive the excitement of the Gold Rush Trail. Each tour is expertly curated to fit your cruise itinerary and offers a memorable way to see the very best of Skagway. Alaskan Adventures Await Skagway may be small, but its adventure options are endless. You can explore by kayak, bike, or jet boat, or choose a small-group sightseeing tour for a more personal experience. Take a scenic drive along the Klondike Highway, where snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, and glaciers line the route to the Yukon border. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy wildlife viewing, spotting bald eagles, seals, and mountain goats, while photographers will find no shortage of photo opportunities in the surrounding wilderness. Whether it's a half-day excursion or a full-day Yukon tour, every trip showcases Alaska's untamed beauty. Explore Downtown Skagway Before or after your excursion, take time to wander through Downtown Skagway, a beautifully preserved slice of Alaskan history. Shop for local crafts and souvenirs, grab a bite at one of the cozy cafes, or simply admire the century-old buildings. Broadway Street offers plenty of charm, from historic storefronts to friendly locals eager to share stories about life in this frontier town. Plan Your Skagway Excursion Today Skagway offers some of the most iconic tours in all of Alaska, perfect for travelers seeking adventure, history, or simply the best views of the Last Frontier. From the legendary White Pass train to the Yukon Suspension Bridge and Chilkoot Trail, your Skagway experience will be one to remember. Reserve your Skagway shore excursions today with Worldway Shore Excursions and enjoy the beauty, excitement, and history that make this Alaskan port a must-see destination.
Tours are subject to cruise arrival, departure, availability and supplier confirmation. No payment is taken for an enquiry.
At the foot of White Pass, nestled beside a waterfall, discover Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp and Salmon Bake. Feast on Alaskan salmon grilled over an alder wood fire. After your meal, enjoy panning for gold, the waterfall and the authentic exhibits of Liarsville in Alaska.
2 · Easy · Culinary / Food
Breathtaking sights await on this beautiful ride along the Klondike Highway to and from Skagway. Gorgeous waterfalls, rivers, mountains, glaciers, and more sights await.
8.75 · Moderate · Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Follow the legendary path of the 1898 Gold Rush stampeders as you venture up the White Pass and into the breathtaking Yukon. Play with adorable sled dog puppies and test your bravery on the Yukon Suspension Bridge.
5.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
A motor-assisted voyageur canoe journey awaits you on the gorgeous Chilkoot Lake, where you will be amazed at Alaska's striking beauty. Relax, take photos, and search for wildlife in the inlets and coves on this impressive adventure.
6.5 · Moderate · Canoeing or Kayaking
Where other train trips stop at the gate to the Yukon, this all day adventure takes you deep into the Yukon for the majestic scenery you came to see. This is the ultimate Skagway Train and Bus Adventure.
8.75 · Moderate · Eco, Nature
Break away from the crowds of Skagway for some kayaking in a true naturalist's paradise: Haines, Alaska. The trip begins with a 45-minute catamaran ride along the steep-walled fjords that connect Skagway to Haines.
6.5 · Moderate · Canoeing or Kayaking
Take an exhilarating ride above the magnificent Skagway glaciers on this once in a lifetime Skagway glacier helicopter tour.
1.5 · Easy · Helicopter Ride
Enjoy an exciting raft trip down the Chilkat River through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, the world's largest concentration of Bald Eagles. You will observe an array of wildlife along your rafting adventure, followed by a picnic lunch.
6.5 · Moderate · Rafting / Tubing
Discover Skagway’s mountain scenery on a small group evening tour to the White Pass summit. Enjoy scenic stops and a photo at the Welcome to Alaska sign as the daytime crowds wind down.
3 · Easy · Eco, Nature
On this picturesque, private tour you will travel with a professional photographer and guide to the scenic Chilkat Valley in Skagway.
6.5 · Moderate · Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Explore some of North America's most stunning wilderness and travel into the Yukon, Canada's westernmost territory.
5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
Enjoy an authentic Alaskan adventure that combines the unmatched scenery of touring the expansive winter wilderness from a helicopter with learning about the Alaskan tradition of dog sledding.
2 · Moderate · Helicopter Ride
On this active tour from Skagway, embark on the Chilkoot Trail hike, float the Taiya River, and view the top of the scenic White Pass summit.
6 · Difficult · Hiking
Take this wonderful opportunity on a brief but comprehensive tour to experience what everyday life is like in Skagway and marvel at the panoramic, scenic beauty that surrounds it as you discover where the historic Gold Rush all began.
2 · Easy · Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Experience the breathtaking Klondike Highway from the seat of your very own Jeep! See stunning waterfalls, spot wildlife and much more as you journey deep into the Yukon Territory to the popular Emerald Lake.
6 · Easy · Jeep Tour
Experience the wilderness Alaska is famous for on this narrated river tour. The Chilkat Eagle Preserve showcases breathtaking sights sure to leave a lasting impression.
6.5 · Easy · Speed / Jet Boating
This intimate thrill-ride is designed to get you extra close to the rugged shoreline while zipping along the fjord in custom-built ribs.
2 · Moderate · Rafting / Tubing
Embark on an exhilarating adventure in Skagway, including a drive through downtown and a nature hike to an adventure park for ziplining, rope courses, and more.
3.5 · Moderate · Ziplining / Canopy
Every summer a handful of adventurous explorers set out to paddle the 1,300-mile Inside Passage from Washington to Alaska. Take your turn on the water from Haines and see what the allure is all about.
6.5 · Difficult · Canoeing or Kayaking
Retrace the footsteps of the legendary 1898 Gold Rush stampeders with our thrilling adventure from Skagway, Alaska. Visit the breathtaking Yukon territory and play with the puppies at a sled dog camp.
4.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
Enjoy the kayaking adventure of a lifetime with this private wildlife kayaking tour at Chilkoot Lake. Get up close to many animal such as bald eagles, brown bears, sockeye salmon, and much more.
6.5 · Moderate · Canoeing or Kayaking
Experience the bear-viewing opportunity of a lifetime with this private tour of Chilkoot Lake State Park. Afterward, stop at a historic cannery then enjoy a delicious lunch whipped up by a celebrity chef.
6.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
Enjoy an exciting, private raft trip down the Chilkat River through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, the world's largest concentration of Bald Eagles. You will observe an array of wildlife along your journey, followed by a picnic lunch.
6.5 · Moderate · Rafting / Tubing
On this picturesque, private tour you will travel with a professional photographer and guide to the scenic Chilkat Valley in Haines.
6.5 · Moderate · Scenic, Cultural, Historical
Leave the crowds of Skagway behind and visit Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines. The trip begins with a high-speed catamaran ride along the steep-walled fjords which connect Skagway to Haines. Upon arrival in Haines, you will meet your expert naturalist guide for a tour of Chilkoot Lake State Park to view its spectacular scenery and diverse wildlife.
6.5 · Moderate · Eco, Nature
Travel beyond the White Pass Summit Area to savor majestic mountain vistas, pristine lakes, and crisp, clean air on this full day outing. See the must-see sights, including Emerald Lake, a puppy farm and a dog-mushing camp, and take some time to enjoy a delicious BBQ chicken dinner.
6 · Moderate · Eco, Nature
This full day tour takes you deep into the beauty of the Yukon Territory to see first hand how mush dogs are trained in the summertime without snow.
6 · Moderate · Eco, Nature
For those who want to experience and photograph the incredible beauty of the Yukon, journey beyond the White Pass Summit Area, even further into this unspoiled world on this Skagway tour.
3.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
Start with a tour of historic Skagway, and learn of its lawless days during the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897-99 and travel through the White Pass Summit with lots of stops along the way to photograph the beautiful scenery.
2.5 · Moderate · Eco, Nature
Combine sightseeing and rafting on this relaxing excursion that is perfect for all ages.
2.25 · Easy · Rafting / Tubing
Combine active hiking in the footsteps of the stampeders along the Chilkoot Trail with a scenic float on the the river on this half day program.
4 · Difficult · Hiking
Relive the Klondike Gold Rush days with this exciting tour of Skagway and White Pass Summit. Test your nerves with a walk across the 200-foot Youkon suspension bridge over the Tutshi River Canyon.
3 · Easy · Eco, Nature
When you stop in Skagway, there is no better scenic and relaxing ride to the area's beautiful waterfall destinations, both in the state and along the Klondike Highway into Canada.
3 · Moderate · Eco, Nature
See more of Alaska on this scenic excursion that combines the best of the White Pass Railroad with an expedition to the Yukon Suspension Bridge.
5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
See more of Alaska on this scenic excursion that combines the best of the White Pass Railroad with a bus tour along a different route with stops along the way.
3.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
The Chilkat River is home to some of the best bear and wildlife viewing in Alaska, and this tour offers easy roadside viewing access! Travel to Haines and discover magnificent wildlife and breathtaking views with an experienced naturalist as your guide, see and learn about the plants and animals that make up the wilds of Alaska.
6.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
Calling all adrenaline junkies: Get your fix with this jaw dropping mountain climb in the alpine wonderland of White Pass.
9 · Difficult · Eco, Nature
Dive into the heart of the majestic North with a journey into Yukon's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant wildlife. Enjoy a stop at Wild Adventure Yukon to pet animals and savor a delicious BBQ lunch.
6.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
Feel the exhilaration as a team of huskies pulls you along the trail in this action-packed adventure, guided by a seasoned musher who will share insights on dog training and the rich tradition of mushing.
4.5 · Easy · Eco, Nature
