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Juneau Underground Gold Mine and Panning Experience
4.7
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Juneau Underground Gold Mine and Panning Experience

If you’re looking for a unique experience that combines history with the great outdoors, book this Juneau Underground Peterson Gold Mine and Panning Experience. Go with a guide to the old mine and go on one of the only underground tours in all of Alaska—wearing a hardhat for safety. After learning about the mining done there, test your skills at gold panning.
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  • 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$89
3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau Alaska
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3.5 Hour Crowd-Skipping Whale Tour in Juneau Alaska

Get away from the crowds and experience Alaska’s grandest marine life from an intimate, 20-person vessel. Less disruptive to wildlife, you’ll get a front-row seat to the 49th State’s most beloved creatures—including whales, sea lions, eagles, and more. You’ll also get to scope out ice-blue glaciers, rocky shorelines, and hidden inlets from the comfort of the heated cabin or right from the catamaran's bow.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$209
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier
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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier

The Mendenhall Glacier is one of Juneau’s most impressive natural wonders, stretching over 13 miles (21 kilometers). On this half-day tour, enjoy spectacular views of the glacier from the viewing platforms and walkways, and learn more about the mighty glacier at the Visitor Center. Then, set sail on a thrilling whale-watching cruise along the coast and look out for humpback whales, as well as other wildlife such as bald eagles and blue heron.
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  • 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$249
Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour
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Mendenhall Glacier Lake Canoe Tour

While most visitors only see the Mendenhall Glacier from crowded viewpoints, this tour takes adventurous travelers on a canoe trip to the base of the glacier for a completely different perspective of the majestic ice. With canoe lessons and a guide, the tour is open to first-time paddlers and the mellow water means you can take along a camera and capture the arctic cliffs, icebergs, and pristine blue ice.
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  • 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$239
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Juneau Private 3 Hour Scenic Road Trip
4.9
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Juneau Private 3 Hour Scenic Road Trip

Perhaps the most scenic US capital, Juneau—carved into a hillside, tumbling into the sea—is rife for road-tripping. On this private tour, you won’t have to worry about the driving, sitting back to enjoy views of Mendenhall Glacier, the Gastineau Channel, downtown, and more. You’ll likely also catch views of wildlife, including whales and seals, for a memorable, only-in-Alaska adventure.
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  • 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$399
per group
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Narrated Whale Watching Cruise with Glacier View Stop
4.9
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Narrated Whale Watching Cruise with Glacier View Stop

Auke Bay, with its harbor of whale watching vessels, lies about a half-hour’s ride from Juneau. This whale watching trip saves you the trouble of getting to the harbor and back with a round-trip shuttle directly from your cruise ship dock or a designated meeting point.
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  • 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$159
Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour
5.0
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Mendenhall Glacier Ice Adventure Tour

Paddle across Mendenhall Lake, past icebergs and waterfalls, on this guided Alaskan adventure. Explore the Tongass National Forest and hike near Mendenhall Glacier with expert guides. Enjoy breathtaking views and experience wildlife up close. This small-group tour offers a unique and unforgettable wilderness experience.
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  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$359
Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching
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Juneau Wildlife Whale Watching

When your cruise stops at Juneau, see whales in their natural habitat on this whale-watching boat trip, all without the fuss of organizing shore transport. Prebook to secure your place, board a comfortable boat with outdoor decks and heated cabins, and cruise Alaska’s waters to see marine life in the wild. Then, enjoy guaranteed sightings of humpback whales, with a naturalist providing commentary on their behaviors as you cruise.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$177
Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake
4.3
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Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake

On this shore excursion from Juneau port, you get to pan for gold and dig into a hearty Alaskan salmon-bake buffet. At Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin, learn how to cull the waters for the precious metal and then make your own small fortune exploring the gold fields on your own. Watch a Tlingit Master Carver at work on totem poles and silver, visit Salmon Creek waterfall and enjoy a city tour of Juneau. And yes, keep all the gold you find! Port transport included.
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  • 3 to 4 hours
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$145
Juneau, The Last Frontier Self Guided (Smart Phone App/GPS) Audio Walking Tour
3.1
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Juneau, The Last Frontier Self Guided (Smart Phone App/GPS) Audio Walking Tour

Go sightseeing in Juneau at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Learn about local history and heritage on this walking tour that includes popular landmarks such as Red Dog Saloon, Juneau-Douglas City Museum, and the Amalga Distillery. Start and stop the tour at your convenience and hear stories about the gold rush, native people, local architecture, and more.
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  • 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$7
Price varies by group size
Alaska Native Tour and Tram Combo
4.8
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Alaska Native Tour and Tram Combo

The Alaska Native Tour is a journey through our worldview, showcasing the unique elements of our culture at each of our totems. These towering figures narrate the tale of nature’s role in shaping our community and traditions. Alaska Native Culture represents a tapestry of wisdom, while the Science of Nature is a tapestry of knowledge. This tour celebrates their synergy, fostering a profound duty towards our people, our land, and our very being. In the embrace of the vast Alaskan wilderness, our tour concludes, leaving us with a renewed appreciation for the intricate dance between culture and nature. As we part ways, may the stories and wisdom shared here resonate within you, guiding your steps towards a future where respect and stewardship for our world is paramount. This is not just a farewell, but an invitation to carry forward the legacy of the Alaska Native people—a legacy of harmony, respect, and interconnectedness with all of life’s tapestry.
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  • 1 to 4 hours
  • Free Cancellation
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$125
Five-Star Juneau Pedicab Private Tour
5.0
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Five-Star Juneau Pedicab Private Tour

Skip the hassles of driving and slow-moving walking tours. With this private pedicab tour, you’ll get to explore Juneau in the open air and cover serious ground—with an expert guide at your disposal. Stopping at all the spots you want to explore and photograph, you’ll get a custom downtown tour highlighting the city’s history, culture, and daily life, enriching your experience of this scenic Alaskan city.
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  • 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$250
per group
Self-Guided Juneau Scavenger Hunt: Juneau Journey
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Self-Guided Juneau Scavenger Hunt: Juneau Journey

If you wanted to get to know Juneau on a street-by-street level, then this exciting scavenger hunt is a great choice. Do more than stroll aimlessly as you’re sent in every direction on a quest to solve clues. Find items around Juneau and earn points. Complete zany challenges and claim even more points.
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  • 2 hours
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$12
Juneau Highlights and Mendenhall Glacier Tour

Juneau Highlights and Mendenhall Glacier Tour

Embark on a journey through the heart and soul of Alaska with M&M Tours’ exceptional Juneau Highlights and Mendenhall Glacier Tour. Dive into the story of Juneau, a city that vibrantly blends a rich tapestry of history and culture with the raw beauty of its stunning natural landscapes. This tour is meticulously designed to cater to both history aficionados and nature enthusiasts, promising a day filled with unforgettable moments.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$129
Flower Garden and Homestead Historical Walking Tour

Flower Garden and Homestead Historical Walking Tour

Agritourism educates visitors about the heritage of a local farm while sharing their current farming endeavors. In the early 1900s Juneau had a bustling dairy industry, but today agriculture in Juneau is hard to find. Pederson Hill Farm is the last original homestead and the only commercial cut-flower farm in Juneau. Come learn about the rich history of Pederson Hill and enjoy the floral beauty inside our 13 greenhouses.
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  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
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$29
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