This 8 day tour is a great way for independent travelers to see Southeast, Alaska without taking a cruise. Visit Juneau, Glacier Bay National Park, and Skagway. Highlights include a trip on the Alaska Marine Highway, a cruise by tidewater glaciers, and a ride onboard a historic narrow gage railway. Not quite what you're looking for? Email us for a custom itinerary.
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Itinerary
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Fly from Anchorage to Juneau, and overnight at your Juneau Hotel.
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Free day to discover Juneau. Options include a trip to the magnificent Mendenhall glacier, a ride the tram to the top of Mount Roberts, or a day cruise to watch for whales. Spend another night in Juneau.
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Fly from Juneau to Gustavus and check into the Glacier Bay Lodge, nestled under the spruce trees of Bartlett Cove. This lodge is a destination in and of itself.
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Depart the lodge for a day cruise into Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Enjoy the smooth ride on a catamaran as you watch for marine and coastal wildlife and take in the sights of massive tidewater glaciers and towering mountain peaks. Return to Gustavus for another night at Glacier Bay Lodge.
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Depart Gustavus and fly to Skagway, a town full of gold rush history. The afternoon is yours to tour the National Historic Park buildings, stroll along the boardwalk, and take in the scenery. Check into your Skagway hotel.
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All aboard the historic narrow gage White Pass Yukon Route Railroad! Take the White Pass Summit Excursion and travel 20 miles to the summit of White Pass - a 2,865 foot elevation gain. Sit back and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Return to Skagway for another night at your hotel.
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Depart Skagway and board the Alaska Marine Highway Ferry System for passage back to Juneau. While the ferry is a means of transportation, it also doubles as a day tour. Spend time on the upper decks and enjoy the scenery as you travel. Check into your Juneau hotel.
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Depart Juneau and fly back to Anchorage. Check into your Anchorage Hotel.
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Depart Alaska.
Prices & Dates
| Season | May - Aug |
| Duration | 8 Nights / 9 Days |
| Rates | Double Occupancy // Call for quote |
| Rate Notes | With all Alaska Marine Highway reservations, the State of Alaska reserves the right to alter, revise, or cancel schedules without prior notice and assumes no responsibility for delays and/or expenses due to such modifications. |