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White Pass Train & Bike

4 ½ Hour Duration

From pick-up to drop-off

Scenic Train Ride

Take in the view on the White Pass Train into Fraser, BC.

Passport Required

For crossing the Canadian border

15 Mile Downhill Coast

Following historic train ride

Description

Experience the thrill of a historic train ride combined with an exhilarating downhill bike ride on the White Pass Train and Bike tour, one of our best Skagway shore excursions for adventurers in search of stunning natural beauty! Step aboard the historic White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad and wind your way through the magnificent Skagway Valley up to the awe-inspiring summit of White Pass. Then get on your bike and coast back down the Klondike Highway, stopping along the way to take in historic sites, cascading waterfalls, massive glaciers, and bucketfuls of fresh air against the backdrop of the majestic Sawtooth mountain range. Voted one of the best Skagway shore excursions by numerous satisfied visitors, the White Pass Train and Bike tour ranks high in popularity with travelers on Trip Advisor and has received a Certificate of Excellence from the influential travel site.

Begin your journey by boarding the historic narrow-gauge WP & YR railway, built in 1888 during the peak days of the Klondike Gold Rush. Sit back and relax in a vintage passenger carriage as you retrace the original route to White Pass Summit, passing Bridal Veil Falls, Inspiration Point, and Dead Horse Gulch. Enjoy a scenic panorama of snow-topped mountains, glaciers, gorges, waterways, tunnels, and points of historic interest. See the original Klondike Trail, worn by the footfalls of the thousands who tramped along the route with dreams of making their fortune. On arrival in Fraser, B.C., the group switches to bikes for the downhill cruise back to Skagway. Along the way, your guide will fill you in on fascinating details of this breathtaking region and entertain you with tales of exciting episodes from the rollicking days of the Klondike Gold Rush. The perfect all-in-one Skagway shore excursion, and one that history- and nature-lovers say is among our best Skagway shore excursions, the White Pass Train and Bike tour is sure to be a highlight of your Alaskan adventure!

Aching to visit White Pass Summit but not as excited about the bike ride? Perhaps you’d be interested in our Private Extended White Pass Summit Tour, an exclusive private-group experience.

What's Included

Knowledgeable Guides

Bicycle and Helmet

Rain Jacket, Rain Pants, and Fleece Gloves will be provided if necessary

Safety Instruction from your Guide

Train Ticket

Guide Gratuities

Food and Drinks

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is the bicycling component?

This excursion is downhill and rated as a low-impact activity. Participants should be comfortable and confident operating a bicycle on pavement with hand brakes.

Why are passports required?

This tour enters Canada and passports will be required to go through the Canadian customs post, as well as to re-enter the United States. Passports are required for all adults and children 16 or older. Children 15 and under should have an original or certified copy or birth certificate or a Passport. If one or both parents are not traveling with the child, a notarized letter of authorization from the absent parent(s) is also necessary to cross into Canada. Some nationalities may also require a Canada and/or USA Visa. (Single-entry is acceptable). Please bring all original documentation, no copies are allowed. If passengers show up for the tour without the proper ID, they will not be allowed to board. While we will attempt to accommodate passengers lacking identification, there is no guarantee that suitable arrangements can be made, and no refund will be given under these circumstances. Passengers with felonies, DUI, or criminal charges are not allowed entry into Canada.

Where is the meeting location?

You will meet at the bicycle shop prior to the tour. It's about a 10 minute walk from the cruise ships or the town shuttles are available as well. Detailed meeting instructions and a complete tour voucher will be emailed to you upon booking.

Do I have to book the train ticket?

Nope - we'll take care of everything for you! The train ticket is included with this tour as this is a comprehensive package combining these two great Skagway shore tours.

What if my ship is late or doesn't make it into port?

If your ship is late which causes you to miss your tour, we will try to accommodate you on a later tour departure. If that is not possible, you will be refunded minus any non-refundable fees.

Know Before You Book

Minimum Age: 13 years old

Participants must be confident on a bicycle with hand brakes coasting downhill at speeds between 15 and 25 MPH (23 - 40 KPH)

Passports and other necessary immigration documents are required for US and Canadian border inspection

Helmets are Required

Participants must be at least 13 years old and 4’ 6” in height

Tour operates rain or shine

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Cancel up to 14-days before the tour for a refund. No refund is available if canceled within 14-days of the tour. If for any reason your tour is canceled, or if your cruise ship's schedule changes, you will receive a refund. Refunds do not include any non-refundable fees. Contact us by phone or email to request a cancellation.

Quick Facts

City

Skagway

Itinerary • 4h 30min • 5 activities

Guides will meet you in downtown Skagway, a short walk or SMART shuttle ride from the cruise ship dock.

Duration

15 minutes

Take in the view on your scenic train ride to Fraser, BC. Passports required.

Duration

1 hour 45 minutes

Gear up and go through a safety briefing with your guide and get oriented with your equipment.

Duration

30 minutes

Ride down White Pass Summit and enjoy the thrill as you make your way back down to Skagway.

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes

Drop off your equipment and return to the cruise ship dock.

Duration

30 minutes