Private tour in Skagway Samuel S

Best of Skagway to Yukon Border Half-Day Shore Excursion

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Samuel S.

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Hello! My name is Samuel, but you can call me Sam. I have two passions in life. Creating music and giving tours out of Skagway. I grew up in the Arizona desert, but in 2013, for a change of scenery, I took a summer job here in Skagway, Alaska. I had no idea how much I would LOVE it! It is my favorite place! I decided to stay and I now call Skagway home. Being such a small community (population 600 in the winter), it wasn't long before I knew everybody. I love the people who live here, I love the rich history of how this tiny town in the middle of nowhere came to be (hint: The last great gold rush of 1898). And, of course, I absolutely LOVE the vast natural beauty. It has the most impressive views I have ever seen and its VERY different than Phoenix, Arizona! When you come visit Skagway and take a drive with me up north into Canada, I know you will understand why I love Skagway. I am always eager and happy to show new people around. I have been a dedicated private tour guide since 2017. I am told people enjoy my tours because I am patient, curtious, laid back and have a good sense of humor. I believe your vacation should be relaxing and FUN! I consider it my job to put your mind at ease, show you the good stuff, tell you the interesting facts and maybe even try to make you laugh. The best part about my tours is that they are private and CUSTOM! We stop where and when you want to stop and I will cater to your specific interests and needs. Like hiking? We will pull over and go for a hike. Don't like to get out of the car? We will stay in and troll the roads for wildlife! I hope you will join me and give me the honor of sharing with you my favorite place! -Sam I have a chauffer's license. If you have a wheelchair, it has to be a compact foldable chair so that it can fit in the van. No wheelchair lift. Must be able to get in and out of vehicle.

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Overview of your Skagway tour

Marvel the beauty of one of the most remarkable places in the world Alaska! I am excited to show you my beautiful town and the grand nature that surrounds it. You'll be impressed to hear the rich history of this gold rush town. During this tour, we will be stopping where and when you want, giving you opportunity to soak up the sights. We sometimes spot some of the many wild animals that live here, like black bears, mountain goats, and porcupines. Along our drive to the Yukon border, you can enjoy taking photos and possibly take a short walk through wonderful nature spots I know very well. Breathtaking lake and mountain views are everywhere, like the White Pass, Emerald Lake, Tutshi Lake, and Montana Mountain. With no doubt, their colors and vastness will inspire & stun you. Please, join me on this epic tour into Canada to the Yukon border. You will be thrilled by the sights yet the peace of the natural world will surround you. Looking forward to you join me to explore the amazing land together!

Recent Reviews

Becky R.United States
June 2026

This tour was absolutely wonderful! We took the White Pass train round trip earlier in the day, and our tour with Samuel began right after lunch. It was the perfect complement to the train ride. Even though we had already traveled through the area by rail, the scenery and viewpoints from the road felt completely different—it was truly the icing on the cake. Samuel made several stops for photos and gave us the opportunity to explore areas we had only glimpsed from the train. We were also incredibly fortunate to see lots of wildlife, which made the experience even more memorable. As an added bonus, the tour took us farther into the Yukon, allowing us to see even more breathtaking scenery. Samuel is knowledgeable, friendly, and an excellent guide. If you're considering this tour, don't hesitate to book with him—you won't be disappointed!

Mark O.United States
June 2025

Can’t rate Sam and this tour high enough. Our eight person family was totally comfortable in his large van. We saw amazing sites, got great photos, and even visited the sled dogs. A superb way to see Skagway and environs. Sam is funny, friendly, and knowledgeable. A top tour!

Arthur M.United States
May 2025

I highly recommend this tour!! Sam S did an outstanding tour. He was there early and we were able to start out your. everyone really enjoyed our tour we did today. They all said what a great time they had. They thought Sam was an amazing tour guide. We made picture stops that were great. If you are looking for a 5 hour tour of Skagway and the Yukon area and we stopped at a sled dog area and got to pet the puppies and other dogs. We also did a stop at the suspension bridge. The 5 hours were interesting and informative. Sam made the whole tour very interesting. Thanks again.

Scott S.United States
October 2024

Sam was amazing, very informative and made tour fun. Very accommodating to us all.

James W.Canada
September 2024

Amazing private tour for our group of 10 to the Yukon. You will quickly learn that Sam is very passionate and knowledgeable about Skagway and the surrounding area. Our ship was in early and Sam was aware of this so he came right away to pick us up at the dock. Upon returning to Skagway, he dropped some members of our party off in town while driving the rest back to the dock. Sam quickly got to know our group and fit right in with stories and jokes to keep the trip enjoyable. We all enjoyed the little side trips to see things that you will not see on a cruise excursion. If we didn’t want to stop at a particular point of interest then he would add something else. The suspension bridge was well worth the stop. This is by far the best private tour we have done and would highly recommend it to anyone!

Moshe B.Israel
July 2024

Fascinating tour with an excellent guide. Samuel the guide took us to the Genesis landscapes of Alaska and Yukon in a comfortable van. 5 hours of beauty that words and photographs cannot describe. Moshe(Israel)

Your Skagway tour itinerary

Join me to get a good feel of life in Alaska, and hear the history and facts.  You will see the breathtaking beauty and be able to take many photos to take back home with you. This is definitely a fun, photo worthy tour and I will do my best to make it the most memorable highlight of your Alaskan vacation.  Here are the spots we will be visiting:  Meeting point - Pick up at Ship's Pier 7:30 to beat the traffic A quick Skagway Town Tour Drive North to Denver Glacier Overlook See beautiful Pitchfork Falls Next we will go to Bridal Veil Falls then continue across the Moore Creek Bridge Then  we cross the border into British Columbia Next on our drive, we will see International Falls & the Tormented Valley. Our next destination Yukon border. - Yukon Suspension Bridge - Optional, paid stop, time permitting. - Iditarod Dog Mushing Camp - Optional, paid stop, time permitting.  

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

Clean and comfortable 2017 Ford Transit van. It has the high roof which means BIG WINDOWS! Can hold up to 14 passengers.

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Meeting location

Skagway, Alaska, 99840, United States

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Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Layover
Tour reference number
592134
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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This private tour in Skagway is perfect for travellers who want to explore the stunning natural beauty of Alaska and the Yukon border. It's ideal for those interested in photography, nature, and history, as you'll have the opportunity to see breathtaking landscapes and learn about the rich history of this gold rush town. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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