Skagway, Alaska Port Q&A

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What's the best excursion to check out in Skagway? Should I check out the White Pass Railroad?

Asked on March 01, 2022 by CruiselineMich

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I would recommend the White Pass railway and Bus Coach Tour. We did the Railway only in September, but the original booking included both. It was a beautiful trip. The return bus allows for short stops for photos. The entire trip was very well narrated.

Answered by MikeNCcruiser on March 07, 2022

We're also booked to do the White Pass railway excursion. The reviews look/sound fantastic!

Answered by sailawayus on March 12, 2022

Last Fall we took the White Pass Railroad tour and loved it. Great scenery. worth taking

Answered by ralitascott on March 26, 2022

Really depends on what you like to do and see. Skagway is wonderful town full of history and almost anything you can think of to do. if looking for adventure and nature check out excursions in Haines. Though there are some in Skagway. A hike up the Chilkoot trail or up to lower and upper Ried falls is equally beautiful. (unlikely able to do both in same day. for the train, the summit is nice but the Bennet Scenic is better and takes you to places you can only get to by train or on foot. You can rent a car and drive up to Canada or just stroll around downtown. check out the national park website for other things to see and do.

Answered by dkantouth on March 07, 2022

Yes. Alaska was my first cruise.This was an EXCELLENT excursion..

Answered by QUEENTBO on March 12, 2022

Go into Red Onion. Give Barman lots of dollars, in return he gives you lots of Lager. Continue until you run out of money or you fall down. You can always watch the scenery on YouTube. 🤣🤣🤣

Answered by Lagerman on March 09, 2022

We did the white pass train and then bus tour to Yukon suspension bridge and back in town for lunch in some beautiful garden. ❤️ everything.

Answered by saratum on March 12, 2022

I’m still booked for the round trip train trip. 2,75 hours sounds great

Answered by 1Zman on April 17, 2022

Ants, from what I've read, it's the Cross Border Tours that has Service Suspended for 2022 Operating Season. The trips to the summit still show operating

Answered by jallaway on April 13, 2022

We love to rent a jeep. The highway to the Yukon is one of the most beautiful drives. At Emerald Lake turn around and come back to Skagway. They pack a lunch for you and we had plenty of time to explore Skagway.Take your passport to enter Canada!

Answered by mimiDebbie on March 08, 2022

Yes. The White Pass Railroad is great. We enjoyed it.

Answered by 2tKM4lsmyS4vFYwzsb44aH2BX on March 30, 2022

We did a 3rd-party excursion, train to the border crossing, then van to Carcross and back to ship.Worth it.

Answered by YukonJake on March 22, 2022

We rented a car in Skagway and drove up to Emerald Lake. It was a beautiful trip.

Answered by lrabe on April 18, 2022

I cancelled my Whitepass RR excursion and booked with this family owned business. Owner was so nice on the phone. I booked the 6.5 hour excursion leaving at 8:30. They pick you up at the pier.https://chilkootcharters.com/yukon-bus/

Answered by kristysmom224 on April 19, 2022

I am not sure if this is the best but this excursion is one we will be taking while there

Answered by Jtowle on March 07, 2022

why does your same question keep coming up so many times?

Answered by kristysmom224 on April 20, 2022

white pass in the morning...book direct from railroad, electric bike in the afternoon.

Answered by cbyron3 on April 19, 2022

Unfortunately the White Pass Railroad is not going into Canada this year.I called them to confirm.

Answered by kristysmom224 on April 17, 2022

Be sure to rent an electric bike and take their recommended trail. Best day you will have on your cruise.

Answered by cbyron3 on April 17, 2022

Jalls - Thank you I will check with NCL again

Answered by ants1107 on April 17, 2022