Excursion White pass scenic railway tour at Skagway
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Explore Alaska's Gold Rush past and spectacular natural beauty in style during this exclusive journey aboard the world-renowned White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad.
White Pass & Yukon Route
Depart the pier for the brief transfer, or a short walk (depending on the docking location), to the railway station. Climb aboard the legendary 'Scenic Railway of the World' for an exclusive on the rails adventure through Skagway's White Pass & Yukon Route. From the comfort of your vintage rail car, you can take in breathtaking panoramic vistas of mountains, gorges, waterfalls, and historic sites. Also included is a full commentary about the history of the Gold Rush and how this railroad became an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark.
White Pass Summit
As the train reaches the White Pass you will receive a brass ornament of membership commemorating your ride abroad the White Pass & Yukon Route, a truly unique way to remember your trip to the top of the summit.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Skagway, Vintage Railcar, White Pass & Yukon Route, Mountains, Gorges, Waterfalls, Tunnels, Trestles, and Historic Sites
Note
Please note: This tour requires a minimal amount of walking for approximately 300 feet (92 meters) with five steps to embark/disembark the train. A wheelchair-lift carriage may be arranged with advanced notice to ShoreConcierge@Silversea.com. Scooters cannot be accommodated. Silversea guests will have exclusive train cars, subject to a minimum number of participants. Guests will not get off the train at mile point 14.