Port: Skagway
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Skagway
Skagway, a place of many names, much history and little rain, is the northern terminus of the Alaska Marine Highway. It was known to thousands of hopeful gold rushers as the gateway to the gold fields. But when the gold yield dwindled in 1900, so did the population of Skagway. Skagway retains the flavor of the gold rush era, especially on Broadway, with its false-front buildings, and in the Trail of '98 Museum, with its outstanding collection of memorabilia.
The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.
Klondike Rock Climbing and Rappelling Adventure
Tour Code: SKA-012
Duration: 3 1/4 hours
Retail Value: $149.00
Price: Free
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Take your visit to the Klondike to new heights during this exciting climbing adventure on the smooth granite walls of the White Pass.
Depart the pier for the brief drive through historic downtown Skagway, then up the Klondike Highway. From the highway, you will take a brief hike on a nature trail to the base of majestic rock cliffs recently smoothed by retreating glaciers. Upon arrival, you will don your rock-climbing shoes, helmets and harnesses. After receiving your safety instructions and a climbing introduction from the guides, you will rope up and begin climbing the clean granite.
There are more than a dozen routes from which to choose. Some climbs are very easy, and others offer more challenges. Each ends with a stunning aerial view of the Skagway River, White Pass Yukon Route Railway and the surrounding wilderness. You will have an opportunity to climb many of the routes, and try rappelling down the high cliffs.
Throughout the tour, your guides will impart their knowledge and skill in all aspects of climbing. Many of them have guided on Denali and around the world, and will also share stories of their mountain adventures. Your safety is their primary concern at all times. No experience is necessary to participate on this tour, which is ideally suited for those looking for a first climbing experience or for experienced climbers looking for a challenge. Rock-climbing shoes, a helmet, a harness and a snack will be provided.
Following your tour, you will re-board your van for the return drive to the pier.
Please note: This tour involves a brief hike over uneven and sometimes steep terrain. Guests weighing more than 300 pounds will not be permitted on this tour. Dress warmly in flexible clothing. The minimum age to participate on this tour is eight years old. Children must be accompanied by a parent.
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Terms & Conditions:
Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the 
above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.