Skagway Scooter Gold Rush Adventure

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Summary

A super exciting scooter will add to your Alaskan experience like nothing else. We make sure to give everyone a free, hands on riding tutorial before each tour. It is the perfect opportunity to try something exciting if you’ve never done it before and to give your inner child a chance to come out and play. Our 3 Hour Scooter tour consists of a 30 minute safety briefing / riding tutorial, 2.5 hours on the scooter for a 19 mile return trip, stopping at all of Skagway’s stunning scenic overlooks and many historic sites, including the Historic Gold Rush Cemetery, Lower Reid Falls, Long bay Overlook, the head of the Chilkoot Trail and more. You will be accompanied by a guide who will narrate all the stops and is happy to answer all your questions. Our tour groups consist of eight riders and a tour guide. Tours depart at 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:30pm. Please ensure you arrive promptly at the start of your tour as there will be some forms to fill out and a tutorial to complete. You must be 18 years of age and will be required to provide a valid driver’s license, so make sure you bring it with you to the shop.  What to Expect: • Starts from a central location in downtown Skagway • Includes a tutorial class for all riders, new and old • Stops include the Historic Gold Rush Cemetery, Lower Reid Falls, Long Bay Overlook, the Chilkoot Trail Head, Scenic City Overlook and more! • Experience Skagway and the surrounding area from the seat of a Honda Ruckus Scooter! • Keep an eye out for wildlife, this tour is an awesome opportunity to see bald eagles, golden eagles, bears, seals, sea lions, moose, and more! • Smell the ocean air and enjoy the wind in your hair as you experience some of Alaska’s most pristine beauty • Learn the rich history of the 1898 Gold Rush and why Skagway is known as the Gateway to the Klondike • Take some incredible photos and make memories to last a life time • See why people call this tour “the best adventure they’ve had on their entire trip”

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

Join this fun-paced joy-ride through Skagway’s history. Smell the ocean breeze and enjoy the wind in your hair as you experience some of Alaska’s most pristine beauty. On this spectacular 3-hour, 18-mile ride through Skagway following a stunning ocean road along the Taiya Inlet, with plenty of opportunity to take some beautiful photos and possibly even see some wildlife.

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What’s included?

  • Driver/guide

  • Fuel surcharge

  • Use of helmet

  • Riding / Rain gear as needed

  • Ship pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Skagway Scooters

About operator:

Enjoy exploring our beautiful town nestled deep in a valley, surrounded by pristine snow-capped mountains, plentiful wildlife and raw untouched beauty. Let the wind blow through your hair on an exhilarating scooter ride along a beautiful mountain road with spectacular views of the Taiya Inlet and endless sights that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Travel back in time to the 1898 Gold Rush, where we will stop at several historical landmarks including the head of the Chilkoot Trail. Visit a breathtaking waterfall and laugh with our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides as they recount stories from the days when “there were strange things done in the midnight sun” as well as tales about Skagway’s notorious outlaw, Soapy Smith, and other “Gold Rush Celebrities”. Whether you are exploring on your own or joining us on a fully narrated tour, Skagway Scooters offers an exciting adventure for both new and seasoned riders alike. With no motorcycle experience necessary, our tours are perfect for anyone with a valid drivers’ license. Experience first hand why people say it’s “the most fun they’ve had on their entire cruise.” We look forward to welcoming you for a scooter adventure like no other!

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