Exclusive Juneau City Tour
Discover the charm and beauty of Alaska's capital city with this engaging and scenic Juneau City Tour. Perfect for history buffs and nature lovers alike, this tour offers a delightful blend of cultural insights, breathtaking vistas, and unforgettable landmarks.
Begin your journey in Historic Downtown Juneau, where your guide will help you to discover the city's rich past. Stroll through streets steeped in history, admire iconic landmarks, and hear captivating tales of Juneau's founding and development.
Next, cross Juneau's only bridge to Douglas Island for a stop at Homestead Park. From the waterfront platform, enjoy sweeping views of Gastineau Channel, snow-capped mountains, and your cruise ship framed in a picture-perfect panorama.
A highlight of the tour is a visit to "Takhu," the stunning 40-foot breaching whale sculpture. This lifelike bronze statue at Mayor Bill Overstreet Park offers a unique photo opportunity. Continue your adventure with a scenic drive to Brotherhood Park, where a distant view of the majestic Mendenhall Glacier awaits, weather permitting. During July and August, vibrant fireweed blooms add a splash of color, making this spot even more magical.
Discover one of Juneau's most fascinating stops at the DIPAC Salmon Hatchery, where Alaska's Iconic salmon life cycle comes to life. Guests can stroll through the facility, learn incredible facts about the salmon run, and see firsthand how hatchery operations support wild populations. The experience also includes a touch-tank where you can feel sea creatures up close, along with engaging exhibits that highlight the importance of salmon to Alaska's ecosystem and culture.
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Distinctive Voyages sailing dates and amenities, including exclusive shore events, are current at time of printing and are subject to change without notice. Amenities apply to 1st and 2nd passenger only. Cancellations, refunds, and penalties are imposed by the individual cruise lines. Distinctive Voyages amenities may be substituted if a minimum number of guests are not confirmed on any given departure. Combinability varies. Guests must be booked in a featured group or promo-code applied to receive amenities. If group space has been recalled or canceled by the cruise line, amenities cannot be applied nor are they eligible to be carried over to another departure.