Private tour in Anchorage Bruce K

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 875 USD

Independence Mine Alaska - Full Day Tour

Tour #1137459
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

up to 6 people

8 hours

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

Overview of your Anchorage tour:

In the Talkeetna Mountains, just outside of Palmer Alaska is a pristine area now known as Hatcher Pass, which derives its name from the first gold miner to lay claim in 1906, Robert Hatcher. With nearly 6 million dollars' worth of gold mined in the hard rock tunnels, it was one of the highest-yielding mines in the territory. In 1938, Alaska Pacific Mining Company bought it, and was named Independence Mine. Still standing are many of the buildings that were used and are open to the public. Besides viewing their living conditions, you will learn the rich history of the mine, and who knows, you may even see a ghost. We will also stop and visit the Eklutna Russian Orthodox Church, which is one of the oldest in the state and the Musk Ox Farm in Palmer. There you will get up close to these arctic mammals and learn their history and habits. Always be alert for wildlife such as moose, bears, eagles, etc. We will make numerous pause for pictures and to enjoy the awesome views.

Your Anchorage tour itinerary

• 8:00 am Pick-up at your location. (Airport, dock, Hotel, etc. ) • Drive north to the village of Eklutna. • Next stop will be the Muskox Farm in Palmer. • The next segment of our trip will carry you up into Hatcher Pass. The road winds back and forth for several miles, with the Little Susitna River running parallel. Here we will have lunch at Hatcher Pass Lodge. (not included) • Following lunch with its grand panorama view of the valley below, you will begin a tour of the mine. • Afterward, we will continue to the summit of the pass, where on fair weather days, you can witness hang gliders launching and possibly see Denali in the distance. • From the summit, we will begin our drive back to Anchorage. • 4:00 Drop Off at your location. Tour can be customized upon request

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation

Very clean and pristine 2012 Volvo XC 90 with seating for six passengers.

What's included
  • Other
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
  • Tickets
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

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  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories

City Highlights

History

Layover

Nature Wildlife And Safaris

Languages
Basic

Spanish

Fluent

English

Activity level
Light

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Size:

up to 6 people

Duration:

8 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

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$ 875 USD

Book with a 20% deposit!

Size:

up to 6 people

Duration:

8 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

Party Size:

1

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Select tour start time

View our Cancellation policy

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