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Top 7 City Tours in Ketchikan, Alaska (AK)
Ketchikan, one of Alaska's most Southeastern cities, is the first stop for many cruises on their way to more Northern climes. A stay in Ketchikan itself can be rewarding, however, as the city is the gateway to Misty Fjords National Monument, an area so beautiful, it is known as "The Yosemite of the North." With steep valleys formed by glaciers and lava flows left by volcanic activity, Misty Fjords offers gorgeous views of natural formations, all reflected in the calm waters of Pacific inlets.
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1. Misty Fjords Seaplane Tour from Ketchikan
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 164 reviews
Enjoy aerial and ground views of the Misty Fjords National Monument on a 90-minute scenic flight which includes a 15 minute landing on a pristine lake or salt water fjord. As your flight takes off from Ketchikan, you will pass over the Tongass National Forest on your way to the beautiful Misty Fjords National Monument, 2.3 million acres of untouched Alaskan wilderness. You will see stunning blue lakes, snow-capped mountains, glacially carved fjords, and have the opportunity to see wildlife at every turn. Each passenger will have a window seat for amazing photo opportunities and voice activated, noise cancelling headset to enjoy the interactive pilot narration. Your flight includes complementary transportation to and from the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, on a private shuttle bus.
Inclusions: All-inclusive tour, Transport by private company owned vehicle to and from the Ketchikan Visitors Bureau (Berth #2), Voice activated, noise cancelling headset for each passenger, Interactive pilot narration, Guaranteed window seats for all passengers
Exclusions: No food or drinks (excluding water) allowed on the shuttle van or aircraft, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Jim D
Well worth the price. We loved the beautiful float plane ride w our awesome pilot George and beautiful plane. Felt really safe and had a hour plus ride over the magestic preserved mountains to the lodge were we met Mady our awesome host. Our crab feast was the best ever. We will always remember this excursion because Mady' s hospitality was great. We hated to leave. PS. The Alaskan beers were great. Thanks.
2. 4-Hour Private Group Charter
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Customize your day and go to the places and do the things that most interest you. Ketchikan is known for its wildlife, totems, history, hiking trails, sightseeing, whale watching and salmon. But this just names a few of the options you have before you and you can plan your very own itinerary. It is safe to say the local wildlife outnumber the people and here you can almost always spot bald eagles, Sitka black-tailed deer, mountain goats, wolves and black bears. Plus, there are over 100 species of migrating birds and this is just above sea level! The waters surrounding Ketchikan are home to porpoise, river otters, seals, sea lions, Orca and humpback whales. Nature is all around so it will not be difficult to go home without seeing some of it. The nearby Misty Fiords National Monument is a glacier-carved wilderness featuring snowcapped mountains and waterfalls making for idyllic scenery. There truly is something for everyone in Ketchikan.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hop-on hop-off tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By vhs6564
We, like so many others, scheduled, our excursions in advance. Saw a FB post suggesting his company. didn't know at the time that Dom, who suggested it, is apparently the owner. when i spoke with him, he offered a small discount to the Vietnam Vets in our group, as he is a Vet also ? great communication in the beginning. even thru the months of Covid. when NCL had to cancel, i told him we obviously, wouldn't make it , he offered to move til 2021. we weren't sure what was happening with health issues, so we didn't want the refund. I let him know, at that point the ghosting started. I had booked our group for 8 other tours and shows (was going to Vegas on the way back) and received immediate no hassle refunds. when we received no other communication from him, and others that had booked told me he was ghosting them also, I sent details to my credit card company. They issued a temporary credit back to me, so of course, I reimbursed the others in our group. two days ago, I got the notice that he sent them a note that there are no refunds and they gave him back the $500. He is still ghosting customers. We have rebooked 3 cruises, for when ever they go. The one to Alaska in 2021 stops in Ketchikan. However, he is not acknowledging the offer of the rebooking from our paid in full. I'm reaching back out to the others that were stiffed to see about a joint effort to recoup our funds.
3. Totems, City & Wildlife by Cable Car Trolley
Overall Ratings
3.6 based on 13 reviews
2.25 hour Deluxe City Totem Park and Wildlife viewing tour by San Francisco Style Cable Car Trolley. This tour includes the Fish Ladder, City Highlights and Herring Cove Wildlife viewing area where Black Bears, Bald Eagles, Salmon and Seals often habitat the area during the summer season. All park fees admissions and taxes are included in this tour. Fully narrated and guided tour.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By WinteringhamSteve
We booked after a quayside haggle was kept waiting for 30 mins before getting picked up in bus, went to herring cove and totem pole park with tour of downtown too but must admit it was poor value for money. It was disorganised and felt like a bit of a scam to be fair.
4. Private 2.5 hour Potlatch Park, City & Wildlife Tour
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 2 reviews
Sit back and relax in one of our new 15 passenger medium roof Transit Vans. Enjoy more of the island on this scenic drive 10-miles north to Potlatch Park, where you will experience how a 1800's native fishing village would have looked, with it's clan house, carving shed, 19 majestically carved totem poles and authentically built tribal house. After your visit to Potlatch Park head south of town 9 miles to Herring Cove, where during the summer's salmon run wildlife such as black bears, bald eagles, herons and seals are often spotted feeding on the plentiful salmon.
Inclusions: Taxes and Park Fees
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By WinteringhamSteve
We booked after a quayside haggle was kept waiting for 30 mins before getting picked up in bus, went to herring cove and totem pole park with tour of downtown too but must admit it was poor value for money. It was disorganised and felt like a bit of a scam to be fair.
5. Potlatch Park, City and Wildlife Tour
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 14 reviews
This 2.5-hour tour encompasses more of the Island including 10 Miles north and 9 miles South. Experience Potlatch Totem Park with its Clan House, Carving Shed, Hand Carved Totem Poles along with the Russian Museum. Learn about the legends and stories of bootleggers, brothels and dancehalls, as you visit the Famous Creek Street and "Red Light District" Next stop Herring Cove, where Bears, Bald Eagles, Salmon and Seals often habitat the area during the summer season. Your best value in a tour.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All park fees and taxes
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 902terry
My wife and I went on the All In One Tour on a wet day. The guide filled in the points of interest with a lot of anecdotal information about life in Ketchikan which was great. The Totem Village was very interesting and we were blessed with seals, heron, eagles, deer and a black bear at Heron Creek. We were then dropped off in the town centre to explore the township. All in all we had a great day.
6. Shore Excursion Ketchikan: Lumberjack Show & Popular Historic Trolley
Overall Ratings
2.3 based on 3 reviews
Join this unique experience, our guided tour gives you the once in a lifetime chance to see downtown Ketchikan, the Saxman Native Village, and the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show. This shore excursions is full of history, culture and the frill of the Lumberjack competition during the famous Show.
Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation from cruise ship terminal, Lumberjack Show, Trolley ride, Full guided tour
Exclusions: Food and drinks
7. Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Potlatch Totem Park & Ketchikan City Tour
This shore excursion gives you the chance to visit a 19th century native village. The beauty of the smoothly carved wood and local area makes this a great unique half day tour that will make your cruise special.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Local guide, Port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By shane c
Our tour included a comfortable bus ride to the summit ending in a border crossing to the Yukon. The Driver/tour guide was a awesome young fellow who clearly enjoyed his job and made sure everybody enjoyed this part of the trip. The train took us back to Skagway and we had a different but equally awesome views of the beautiful scenery and the narration was very informative. Definitely a must do and the city of Skagway is a very nice city to visit.
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