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Take the White Pass Rail on your Alaskan Cruise! How to and Scenic Highlights

Cruisin Jules
Cruisin Jules
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👁️ 805 views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 12:32
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🧍 Best for SoloAlaska · SummerFrom SkagwayFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm gonna go catch a train today the White Pass rails hopefully I'll get some good footage and I'll share that with you and I'll tell you all about it later

Would I suggest you take the White Pass rail absolutely it was really cool the views are unbelievable

I recommend you book your ticket in advance you probably want to do that as early as possible if you really want to go

Creator's Tips & Advice

Sit on the left-hand side of the train for the best views when departing from Skagway heading northbound.
Bring your passport as you will be leaving the US and entering Canada at Fraser BC.
Book your ticket in advance as early as possible due to limited seats.
If booking through a third party, check their cancellation policy in case your ship misses the port.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety while traveling soloBook with the cruise line to be with a group from your ship.
What happens if the bus breaks down on the way back?Check if the tour company guarantees getting you back to the ship on time.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy take the White Pass Rail on an Alaskan cruise?
QHow to catch the train and where to meet?
QWhat are the best seats on the train?
QWhat are the three main tour options for cruisers?
QWhat is the menu like on the all-day tour?

Topics Covered

Excursions3 Happy BaconService Crew1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Carcross2 Happy Bacon
Fraser BC1½ Happy Bacon
Skagway3½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Hop aboard the White Pass Rail when you cruise into the port of Skagway, Alaska, USA. @cruisinjules This video discusses why you would want to take the scenic journey, how to catch the train, the best seats, some fun facts, where you stop, the three main options for cruisers, and the menu (when applicable, i.e. if you book the 8-8 1/2 hour tour). You will see the interior of the train carriages, and some spectacular scenery as the train travels from sea level to the White Pass Summit, into northern B.C., Canada, and onwards into the Yukon Territory! There's a stop along the way at the Chilkoot Trail, a National Park in Bennett, Canada. This area is only accessible by the White Pass Rail train, or by hiking the Chilkoot trail. The bus ride back from Carcross, Yukon Territory to Skagway is also reviewed. The tour can also be done in the reverse order where you take the bus to Carcross, and then the train back to Skagway. Filmed in 4K If you know why the snow is red, way high up in the mountains, please comment. I am curious. Prices through White Pass Rail: 1. Approx. 2.5-2.75 hour journey, WHITE PASS SUMMIT EXCURSION, $142/adults, $71/child USD (last tour for the 2023 season is Oct 4th) 2. Approx. 8 hour journey, BENNETT SCENIC JOURNEY, $255/Adult $127.50/Child USD (last train for the 2023 season Sept 16th) For passengers arriving via cruise ship, this tour is available from your ship’s Shore Excursion Department. By booking through the cruise line, you will be able to take advantage of the dockside service and board the train on the pier alongside your ship. Contact your cruise line’s Shore Excursion Department for more details. The price through your cruiseline may vary. #whitepass #whitepassrail #cruiseexcursions #cruisetipsalaska #alaskatravel #alaskatrain #princesscruisealaska #yukon #yukonterritory #yukontrain #carcross #skagway #alaska #canada #britishcolumbia #britishcolombia #bc #northernbc #sitkine #lakebennett #lakebennet #chilkoot #chilkoottrail #goldrush #klondike #klondikeadventures #scenic #scenictrain #waterfalls #busride #trainride #nationalpark #scarytrain #adventure #narrowguage #engineeringmarvel #cruise #cruisetour #cruisetoalaska #cruiseexcursion #thingstodo #placestosee #hikingtrail #westerncanada #westcoast #remotearea #faultline #mountains #highelevation #redsnow #princesscruisealaskaexcursion #cruisetips #cruisetipsandtricks #cruisevlog #cruisevlogger #cruisevideo #trainvideo #trainvideos #trainride #scenic