Private tour in Ketchikan Cruin M
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up to 6 people
3 hours
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There is an ancient tradition of totem pole carving in Southeast Alaska. The tradition still lives and thrives in Saxman, which has a large collection of unique poles, arranged in a circle and walkway. There is also a reproduction of a clan house, and a carving shed. We have master carvers, who reproduce and maintain old poles or work traditional form-line design into some unique and beautiful modern designs. I will show these poles to you, explain how they are carved, and tell you some of the stories behind them. I am an amateur carver myself, and can show you my self-forged tools. I am familiar with the work of many of the best modern carvers. Some, I can recognize from the distinctive adzing, the cut-marks of their tools. I have been a story-teller all my life, and I will delight in telling you some of the stories that lie behind the figures in the wood. ***Norwegian Cruise Line Passengers Please see note in Itinerary below***
•Downtown Ketchikan. Some totem poles, historic Creek Street, salmon falls •(optional) - Tongass Historical Museum - a small exquisite display of native art •(optional) - Totem Heritage Center - some really old poles •A drive through southern Ketchikan, passing the Coast Guard Base •A couple of eagle's nests •Saxman Native Village and Totem Park - I shall describe the poles and stories •(optional) If time allowing, Herring Cove (occasionally bears here) •(optional) If time allowing, Pretty Waterfall up George Inlet On this tour we will visit Ketchikan and Saxman Totem Park. Within a 3 hour tour, we should have time for at least one or two of the optional destinations. We will adjust for rain. Whatever we do, we shall commit to have fun. ***NCL, Royal Caribbean, Regent Seven Seas, Virgin, Oceania, and Viking passengers*** Tour starts in downtown Ketchikan. You can book it if you shuttle bus in from NCL Ward Cove Dock. If you want a tour that picks up and drops at NCL dock, see tour: Ward Cove & Ketchikan.
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I conduct small tours in my personal minibus - a 2025 Toyota Sienna. There is one driver seat and six passenger seats: 1 up front, 2 bucket seats second row, and 3 row seats in the third row (the middle one is for a skinny person). I can fold away a back seat or two if we need to carry a wheelchair or scooter (I am happy to do so). I can arrange for a larger vehicle, but that will increase the price of the tour.
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Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 6 people
Duration:
3 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
View pricing details
Includes all fees
Book with a 20% deposit
Size:
up to 6 people
Duration:
3 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
View pricing details
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