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Alaska & Yukon Golden Circle Tour

Bike from Haines to Skagway along the historic native trade route to the interior and the gold rush route to the Klondike! While Haines and Skagway are only fifteen miles apart by water, the bike route travels three hundred and sixty miles through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Alaska and Canada. Enjoy an intimate touring environment, with spectacular scenery that includes the coastal climate of Alaska as well as the interior climate of the Yukon Territory. A combination of history and scenic splendor as you follow routes used by Native Americans and the Klondike Gold Rush stampeder.

• Three National and Provincial Parks that together is the largest protected wilderness area in the world.
• A perfect mix of wilderness camping and stays in local lodgings.

Starting from $ 3,450.00

*Please note the prices are subject to change depending availability *

Day 1: Arrival day in Haines.

Meet your Guide at 3pm for orientation and bike fitting. Short tour of town before our group dinner.

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll ride out of town along the Chilkat River to lunch at the Tlingit village of Klukwan and visit the cultural center. We’ll continue our ride along the Klehini River through the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve and toward the Canada Border.

Today we cross into Canada and climb from the temperate rain-forest up over the Haines Pass to the Yukon Plateau. Tonight we camp at a comfortable site near a large waterfall.

We’ll ride along scenic alpine lakes with expansive mountain views as we make our way toward Haines Junction, stopping to spend the night in a group of off-the-grid cabins.

We’ll ride through Haines Junction before connecting with the Alaska Canada highway (ALCAN). We’ll camp about halfway between Haines Junction and Whitehorse.

Today will bring us the rest of the way to Whitehorse. We’ll stay at a comfortable hotel and have an on-your-own dinner night for everyone to take advantage of all the big-city options.

We’ll leave Whitehorse and turn South to follow the Klondike Highway to the town of Carcross.

Our final day covers 55 miles, with the last 15 being a thrilling descent on the Klondike Highway into Skagway. We’ll end the trip with a celebratory dinner in town.

Departure day, we’ll help with transport to the airport or ferry terminal.

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Bikes | Specialized Sirrus flat-bar hybrid road bikes included, a drop-bar road bike is also an option. Light weight rear rack with a trunk bag for gear storage while riding. You are also welcome to bring your bike, we can assist with assembly and post-trip boxing. NOTE ; Guests must be confident riding a bicycle with hand brakes. Helmets are required.

Our tours will mix stays in hotels or B&B’s . We choose lodging that is reputable, local, and comfortable.

Locale B&B/ hotel. This is a sample of the type of lodging we might use on the tour. Depending on availability. Hotel Halsingland The Cabins The Yukon Inn Skagway Inn

• Hybrid touring bike, a drop bar road bike is also an option, helmet.
• Lodging in a B&B/ hotel, camping.
• Meals from day 1 dinner through day 9 breakfast, (except day 6 dinner)
• Luggage transfer.

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• Our tours do not include airfare or travel to the arrival and departure points
• Transfer Juneau to Haines and back from Skagway not included.
• Night before and after the tour
• Diner in Whitehorse
• Gratuity guides

Pricing / Tour dates

Tour price 2024: $ 3450.- pp. Single fee $600.- Tour date 2025: 16 Aug – 24 Aug 30 Aug – 07 Sep We are planning tours for the 2025 season!

Deposit 25% The deposit payment for a tour must be paid within two weeks after the booking is confirmed. The remaining payment is due 90 days before the start of the tour. For tours that are booked within 90 days before the start of the tour you will pay 100% of the tour price

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Arrival | Haines AK . Alaska Seaplanes or the Alaska Marine Highway System from Juneau are the most common arrival methods.

Departure | Skagway AK . Alaska Seaplanes or the Alaska Marine Highway System are also the main options to get to Juneau.

Follow the historic trade and gold rush routes to the Klondike by bike! While Haines and Skagway are only fifteen miles apart by water, the roads connecting them travel three hundred and sixty miles through some of the most breathtaking scenery in Alaska and Canada. This route borders three National and Provincial parks that compromise the largest protected wilderness area in the world.

• The ride begins and ends in the coastal towns of Haines and Skagway, Alaska. The coastal temperate rainforest environment is known for giant Sitka Spruce and Western Hemlock trees blanketing the steep mountains from the sea up to the alpine.
• The middle section of the ride crosses the Southern Yukon, with a drier landscape of boreal forest and stunning alpine lakes.

This tour is fully vehicle supported and combines comfortable wilderness camping with stays at local B&B’s and hotels. Our meals feature locally grown and wild-caught Alaskan cuisine. Your local guide shares stories about the history and ecology of the region, and caters to your needs. This tour provides a wonderful introduction to life in the North and lets you experience the wilds of Alaska and northern Canada in comfort. Join us for an unforgettable journey!

What will the weather be like?

We are in a coastal rain-forest environment and regularly experience daytime summer temperatures from the mid-50s to the low-70s. Cloudy skies and light rain are common, heavy rain is less common, and thunderstorms are very rare. We operate rain or shine and rarely need to cancel due to weather. We have rain gear, gloves, and hats available for use on tour.

In the case of unusually strong winds, rain, or dense fog, we may cancel all or part of a tour. In these cases, you will receive a refund.

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Alaska Yukon Bike Tour

Cycling the best of the yukon & alaska.

Pedalers' Alaska bicycle tour across Alaska and Yukon offers a cycle where the sun never sets. Starting with a ferry ride from Juneau to Haines, you will be welcomed to the Alaskan scene by visions of dolphins dancing in the waves and sea otters lazing on the shore. These sights are only the first of many, as the Alaskan Yukon Bike Tour takes you deep into the Alaskan and Canadian mountain ranges, along the Klehini River, and into the Yukon Territory. You will ride through endless untouched forests, past the turquoise blue of Kluane Lake, and between the Chugach and Wrangell Mountains, all the while experiencing landscapes more beautiful than you can imagine. The trip ends as it began, with a ferry across the Prince William Sound, giving you the chance to say farewell to the sea-life and glaciers that first greeted you.

The sense of wonder never has to stop, as you will spend the nights in scenic campgrounds, small ranches, and authentic lodges. You will also have the opportunity to make your own adventures in the places you visit, spending free time exploring the towns or seeking out more nature vistas.

Scheduled Dates 9 Jun 2025 Camping $4400 per person

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Alaska bicycle tour day by day details  

Bike into Canada, crossing Three Guardsman and Chilkat passes, camp by Million Dollar Falls. Our ride today is quite a contrast to yesterday's spin, as we roll deep into the spectacular mountains that highlight this section of the bike tour. Early in the ride, we pass through customs into British Columbia, Canada, following the Klehini River. Then up and over, crossing two passes (Three Guardsmen and Chilkat) en route to the Yukon Territory, our third state/province for the day. The landscapes along this stretch are unbelievable, with glaciers draped on mountain tops and cascading rivers dividing the ranges. We bed down tonight at the aptly named Million Dollar Falls. Ride: 66 mi / 106 km , Land: mountainous, Passes: Three Guardsman 3215 ft / 980 m; Chilkat 3493 ft / 1065 m Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Million Dollar Falls Provincial Park  

Dramatic cycling along the St Elias Mountain Range, camp on the sores of turquoise Kluane Lake. Heading up the Alaska Highway (Al-Can) we continue to enjoy the beautiful St Elias Mountains to our left and untouched forested wilderness for as far as the eye can see to our right. Our goal today is the turquoise blue waters of Kluane Lake and Cottonwood Campground, one of the best campgrounds of all our Alaska and Canada trips. The mountains towering above the campground often have Dahl Sheep sprinkled across their upper slopes. Ride: 50 mi / 80 km, Land: small & moderate hills Eat: Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Cottonwood Campground  

Explore the Natural History Museum of Burwash Landing, bike along Kluane Lake, camp at Lake Creek. Much of today's ride continues to roll along the shoreline of Kluane Lake, with a lunch time break at the Burwash Landing Natural History Museum. Afternoon will find us pedaling through the immense landscapes that characterize the next section of highway, untouched wilderness for as far as the eye can see in all directions. Tonight's campground is on the banks of Lake Creek. Ride: 83 mi / 140 km, Land: flat & small hills Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Lake Creek Provincial Park  

Biking across Tetlin Wildlife Refuge, camp on the shores of Jagger Lake. We are heading back into Alaska today, after a break for photos straddling the border, we clear customs at Border Town. We will explore the Tetlin Wildlife Refuge visitor center at lunch, then continue to a scenic campground on Jaggar Lake inside the Tetlin Wildlife Refuge. Sitting on the lake shore watching the birds and muskrats go about their daily lives as the sun sets is truly magical. Ride: 54 mi / 87 km, Land: small hills Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Jagger Lake NWR  

Bike through the magnificent Alaska Range, enjoy views of snow covered Mt Drum from our camp. The third highway of our trip leads us south today, rolling down the Tok Cutoff. The ride starts flat and off in the distance the Alaska Range slowly rises into view. And while the range sports some of North America's highest peaks (including Mt McKinley), our route through it follows rivers for the most part and provides no major challenges ... but lots of photo opportunities. Tonight's campground is on a small ranch with beautiful vistas of the Wrangell Range. Ride: 72 mi / 116 km, Land: flat then gradual uphill Eat: Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Grizzly Lake Resort  

Cycle the Tok Cutoff to historic Gakona, the towering Wangrell Mountains to our left, the Alaska off to our right. With the Alaska Range fading from view behind us and the Wrangells growing in the distance ahead of us, we roll further down the Tok Cutoff passing the occasional roadhouse and lodge. We are on our way to the historic Gakona Roadhouse where we camp out on their lush green lawn (while the lodge has rooms, they are usually booked for crews of the Alaska pipeline for the summer). Ride: 51 mi / 81 km, Land: hilly Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Gakona Alaska RV Park  

Bike past the dramatic volcanic peaks of Wrangell National park, Camp at the remote Tiekel River Lodge. A short ways into today's ride and we switch to our final highway of the bike tour, the Richardson, Alaska's first highway. We roll through Glenallen, the only city between Tok Junction and the ride's terminus in Valdez. Also along today's ride is Copper Center, an historic agricultural town, plus the informative visitor's center for Wrangell St Elias National Park. We bed down on another old roadhouse, this time at Tiekel River. Ride: 76 mi / 122 km, Land: hilly Eat: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Sleep: Camping at Tiekel River Lodge  

Ferry through Prince William Sound, Glacier viewing, Shuttle to Anchorage Airport. The trip ends as it began, with a ferry trip, taking us across Prince William Sound with its glaciers, icebergs and abundant sea life. Perhaps we will be blessed with views of the glaciers calving into the bay, seals and other sea life enjoying the ocean waves and more. After arriving in Whittier, we will shuttle you to Anchorage Airport, where we all bid a fond farewell to our fellow Adventurers. Travel: Ferry & shuttle to airport Eat: on your own

Pedalers provides Fuji Sportif, a lightweight, touring road bike. The bikes are equipped with beefier tires to handle Alaskan roads, disc brakes, dropbars and a wide range of gearing for the rolling terrain.

As a safe health measure, guests are asked to bring their own helmets and waterbottles for cycling.

Almost Gourmet Cuisine

Pedalers' camp kitchen turns out a wide variety of delectable dishes, perhaps some smoked salmon alfredo or mesquite marinated pork filets poached in wine, accompanied by garden greens salads, vegetables and plenty of pasta or potatoes to carbo load for the next day's ride.

And of course a good meals needs a good beverage, so the camp ice chest is stocked with regional craft beers available to guests each evening.

Getting There

The Alaska Yukon Bike Tour meets in Haines Alaska and ends in Anchorage Alaska. Guests need to fly into Juneau Alaska and the take the Alaska Marine Highway ferry to Haines. At tour's end guests will be dropped at Anchorage Airport.

Guests should plan their flights to arrive in Juneau Alaska the day before the tour starts and catch the morning ferry on Day 1. Guides will meet the ferry at the port in Haines. Guests should plan flight from Anchorage for after 21:00 (7 pm) on Day16.

Juneau Airport code: JNU     Anchorage Airport code: ANC     JNU Local Time: GMT-9

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Passports are required for all guests. Visas maybe required depending on your nationality, check with the nearest American & Canadian embassies.

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• Expert local guides
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• Handpicked lodges, ensuite rooms, double occupancy
• Daily breakfast, lunch, snacks*
• Dinners featuring fine local cuisine*
• Unlimited drinking water
• Support van for baggage and lifts
• Free use of bicycles
• Ferry port pick up & airport drop off

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We've been doing adventure tours for more than 35 years. We've led hundreds of trips, received thousands of thank-yous, and been ranked as one of the top adventure travel experiences by National Geographic, twice.

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4: You stay in delightful inns and resorts.

Pedalers relies on a carefully vetted network of beautiful, full-service accommodations to round out every tour, striking a rare balance between cultural authenticity and modern luxury.   About our hotel choices

5: You eat unforgettable food.

When dinner time rolls around, your guides lead the way to local restaurants for an evening of true culinary adventure. Gathered around a table with the rest of your tour group, you'll feast every night on the best regional dishes in town.   Hungry? Read More!

6: You travel responsibly.

We perfected the art of low-impact, culturally sensitive travel long before "ecotourism" got its name. We do it because it's what we've always believed in, not because it's the latest travel trend.   Pedalers cares

7: You camp comfortably.

Who says camping has to mean "roughing it?" On our camping tours, you can indulge in hot showers and crack open a cold craft beer as soon as you roll into camp. Relax and chat the evening away before retiring to a big comfortable tent.   Camping with Pedalers

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Hit the Trail in Search of Local Brews!

Alaska is a goldmine for beer enthusiasts and Haines, Alaska is no exception!  This unique, active adventure begins with two miles of scenic coastal bike riding followed by a hike through the rainforest to a beach with scenic wildlife and waterfront vantage points.  Finish your adventure at the Haines Brewing Company for your reward – a sampling of locally crafted beers.

Your cruise excursion adventure begins here...

Join your knowledgeable local guide, for a ride along a scenic 2-mile beachside road to the Battery Point Trailhead.

From the trailhead, join your guide for a mile hike down to the beach at Battery Point through a beautiful rainforest environment on a well-maintained trail. This is a great place to spot seals, sea lions, whales, and many types of birds. Enjoy a little time at the beach before returning to the bikes and riding back into town.

Back in town, visit The Haines Brewing Company to try their locally crafted beers (for adults 21+ only / root beer and tea also available). The brewery occupies a state-of-the-art new building on Main St. Sample a few 4oz portions of beer before riding the final mile back to the bike shop.

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Your private excursion includes:.

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• Privately guided tour including bike and helmet, and a beer sampling

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Haines Chilkoot Lake Wildlife Kayak Tour

$155 / person

Break away from the crowds for some unforgettable kayaking in a true naturalist's paradise: Haines, Alaska. Set out towards the Chilkoot Late State Park for your relaxing kayaking trip will leave you with a most memorable ex READ MORE...

Haines Wilderness Kayak Adventure

$149 / person

Adventure to the tranquil waters of Chilkoot Lake where Alaskan nature shows off its grandeur. Snow-capped peaks, glaciers, flowing rivers, and abundant wildlife make for a thrilling sea kayak excursion with your professiona READ MORE...

Haines Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Rafting Tour

Treat yourself to a small group rafting and scenic driving tour through the famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve on this tour. You'll be immersed in nature throughout the day, taking in the local wildlife and scenery while lear READ MORE...

Haines Chilkoot Canoe Wildlife Safari

$193 / person

Discover the gorgeous Chilkoot Lake and be amazed at Alaska's striking beauty. Enjoy the time on the water for about 1.5 hours, take photos, and search for wildlife in the inlets and coves on this magnificent canoe adventure. READ MORE...

Haines Chilkoot Lake Wildlife Viewing Tour

$104 / person

Leave the crowds behind and visit Chilkoot Lake State Park in Haines for the ultimate wildlife viewing experience. Your knowledgeable guide will take you for a relaxing ride through the park, pointing out wildlife, local flor READ MORE...

Haines Extended Chilkoot Lake Wildlife Viewing Tour

$146 / person

Chilkoot Lake State Park shines during Alaskan summers with abundant wildflowers and turquoise waters surrounded by snowy mountain peaks. May, June, and July will find eagles keeping a watchful eye on their young. Migrating READ MORE...

Haines Inside Passage Kayaking Tour

$186 / person

Escape to the tidal waters of Southeast Alaska's Inside Passage for pristine views. Guided by trained naturalists, explore beautiful coves and islands in the Chilkat Inlet. Prior kayaking experience is not required and newc READ MORE...

Haines Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Float Tour

$165 / person

Sail smoothly through the heart of the world famous Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. The preserve encompasses 48,000 acres of some of Alaska's most spectacular scenery; dedicated to preserving the habitat of the largest concentra READ MORE...

Haines Private Chilkat Photography Tour

$241 / person

Take an adventure off the Chilkat Peninsula into the beautiful Chilkat Valley. Bring your cameras to make your vision come alive. Whether you are a novice or a pro, your expert photographer guide can assist you in capturing t READ MORE...

Haines Mount Riley Hike

$175 / person

Ascend over 1500 feet of elevation on this adventurous Haines hike. Travel 5-8 miles through pristine forest with fantastic views from the top. A challenging and rewarding hike with scenic views you won't want to miss. Mt Ri READ MORE...

Haines Wildlife Safari Tour

$171 / person

**LIMITED DEPARTURES JULY, AUGUST, & SEPTEMBER**With a sense of adventure and your experienced naturalist guide, come experience the great outdoors of Haines, Alaska. Travel through historic Fort Seward and the stunning Chil READ MORE...

Haines Chilkat River Jet Boat Tour

$248 / person

Where the road ends, your adventure begins! Experience the true wilderness that Alaska is famous for on our narrated river tour in the heart of the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve which explores miles of tributaries of the stunni READ MORE...

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Best haines excursions & tours:, 1. haines jet boat adventure & city highlights, 2. chilkoot lake wildlife kayak tour, 3. chilkat bald eagle preserve rafting tour, 4. haines chilkoot canoe wildlife safari excursion, 5. chilkoot lake wildlife viewing tour, 6. haines alpine atv full day excursion, 7. chilkat inlet coastal hike, 8. mount riley hike, haines shore excursions by locals.

We are a local Alaska company that aims to bring you the best tours and experiences that Haines has to offer. When you buy Haines shore excursions on your own, instead of through a cruise ship, we can offer you wholesale, local Alaska prices. Our goal is to make your Alaskan cruise the trip of a lifetime!

What are the best tours in Haines?

The best tours in Haines are:

• Jet Boat Adventure & City Highlights Tour
• Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve Rafting Tour

What type of wildlife can I find in Haines?

You can often find bald eagles, harbor seals, and brown bears along our Haines tours. In August, pink salmon begin their run of the Cholkoot River to spawn. Our wildlife kayaking tour is popular among guests.

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Haines Bike, Hike, and Brew

Aug 23, 2019

Enjoy some of the best local biking, hiking, and beer in Haines, AK!

Location: Haines

Cost: $159 per person

Duration: 4 hours

Riding: Approx. 5 miles biking, 2-3 miles hiking *E-Bikes Available*

See the sites in beautiful Haines Alaska, followed with a sampling of locally brewed beer!

We meet at our bike shop for bike fitting and orientation. From our shop, it’s a scenic 2 mile coastal ride to the Battery Point trailhead. We’ll hike a mile and a half through a spruce, hemlock, and cottonwood rainforest environment on a well maintained trail to the beach at Battery Point. This is a great place to spot seals, sea lions, whales, and many types of birds. We’ll hike back our to our bikes and ride along the waterfront into town, stopping at a great photo spot. From there, we bike up to the Haines Brewing Company to sample their locally crafted beers. (Root beer and tea are also available)

The Haines Brewing Company occupies a state-of-the-art building on Main St. in downtown Haines. We’ll stop in and sample three 5 oz. pours of their locally crafted beers. After tasting we’ll ride the final mile back to our bike shop to finish the tour.

E-Bikes are available for an additional charge. Guests can choose to use a Trek Verve+ 2 E-Bike for the riding portion of this tour.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy an intimate touring environment with a 1:8 guide to guest ratio.
• Support local business! Sockeye Cycle Co and Haines Brewing are both Haines, AK owned and operated.
• Escape the crowds in Skagway via the Fast Ferry for a little exercise in scenic Haines on this half day trip.
• Sample local Haines Brew Co Beer.

Notes:  Participants must be confident riding a bicycle with handbrakes and walking 2 miles on dirt trails. Pedal assist E-Bikes are available for an additional charge. Helmets are required and provided.  Participants must be at least 13 years old and 4’ 6” in height.  Sport shoes and layered clothing are recommended.  Rain jacket, pants, and fleece gloves are provided. An ID will be required at the Brewery to consume alcohol.

If booking directly through our website, the meeting location for this tour is at our bike shop located at 24 Portage St, Haines, AK. We are about a 5 minute walk from the cruise docks. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your tour departure time.

Excursion Details

Duration | 4 hours total

Difficulty | Moderate.

Capacity | Tour minimum is 2, maximum is 8

Gear | Specialized Alibi Hybrid bikes and helmets are provided.  Upgrade to a Trek Verve+2 E Bike. Rain gear included if needed.

Food and Drink | Water is available at no charge in a bike water bottle. Three 5 oz beer or non alcoholic soda samples are included.

Requirements | Minimum age is 13, minimum height is 4’6″. Participants must be at least 21 years old with ID to consume alcohol.

Meeting Location | Sockeye Cycle – 24 Portage St Haines, AK

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One of the best ways to experience Haines, Alaska is through the various types of tours by land, water, or air! Explore the breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife with unique tours led by local experts. Keep reading to find out more about the perfect type of tour for your next visit to Haines, Alaska.

Sightseeing Tours

Every moment in Haines, Alaska feels like a sightseeing tour with the beautiful mountains, fjords, and various bodies of water. Take it all in with  Alaska Nature Tours  led by award-winning guides who will show you the ideal places to view and photograph wildlife in their natural habitat. Also, explore the  Takshanuk Mountain Trail  on 4×4 mules for a 7-mile journey culminating in panoramic views of the Lutak Inlet. Exercise your creative skills with  Tom Ganner Photography & Workshops ,  which are dedicated to uncovering the wonder of photography in Haines, Alaska. These tours are sure to enhance your visit, and the photos you bring home to show your friends!

Rafting and River Tours

There are several rafting companies in Haines who offer trips on our expansive glacier-fed rivers.   Haines Rafting Company  offers excursions ranging from 4 hours to 10 days long! You can experience the Tsirku River, Tatshenshini River, and the Bald Eagle Reserve through their various tours.  Chilkat Guides  has been guiding on Alaskan rivers since 1978 offers rafting excursions through the  Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve  and an exclusive opportunity to visit Klukwan, a Native Alaskan village located in the preserve. Rainbow Glacier Adventures also offers opportunities to float the rivers.  If you are more comfortable in a kayak,  Rainbow Glacier Adventures  and  Alaska Mountain Guides  offer custom and exclusive rafting or kayaking tours.  Last but not least, explore the waterways aboard a jet boat with  Chilkat River Adventures  or take a high-speed scenic cruise to Juneau with  Alaska Fjordlines, Inc.  Life revolves around water in Haines, so this is a terrific way to travel the area!

Flying Tours

Looking to get a bird’s eye view of Haines? We don’t blame you, because it is spectacular! Go flightseeing with  FlyDrake  or  Mountain Flying Service . These world-class tours of the mountains, glaciers, and water are sure to create memories that will last a lifetime. Additionally, these local businesses also help skiers access the surrounding mountain ranges for great winter adventure opportunities! Whatever your reason for flying high, it is sure to be one of the most amazing things you will ever do!

More Tours!

That’s right, there are even more tours in Haines! Enhance your adventure by stepping outside of your comfort zone.  Rock climbing ,  biking , and  fishing charter tours  are other unique ways to enjoy the area. However you choose to discover Haines, Alaska – it is sure to be a stunning experience.

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Bike touring is a sensational way to see more of the world

Mary Anne McMurren and Jeffrey Sprague were Scott McMurren's guides on Eugene, Oregon's bike trails along the Willamette River. (Scott McMurren)

Bicycle touring is a great way to see the countryside.

Whether you’re cruising on paved trails or bumping up and down on singletrack paths, bikes offer a chance to outrun the bugs and cover lots of miles. The trails around Anchorage offer a great way to warm up for two-wheeled adventures around the world.

My first European bike tour was a DIY project. We rented bikes outside of Paris and jammed them in the back of our rental car. Working our way through the Loire Valley, we parked the car at our hotel and rode through the French countryside past famous chateaus like Chambord and Chenonceau. Finding the best routes was a hit-or-miss affair, but we had a great time.

These days, you still can rent a bike and strike out on your own. Last week in Eugene, Oregon, I borrowed my brother-in-law’s bike and covered many of the bike paths along the Willamette River.

There are some incredible options, though, to work with companies that line out your itineraries, provide top-notch bikes and secure campsites or lodging along a pre-determined route.

In 1992, Jared Fisher started Escape Adventures in Las Vegas. I caught up with him when he was changing a flat on his gravel bike outside of Bentonville, Arkansas. “I’ve pedaled across the U.S. five or six times,” Fisher said. “I’ve even cycled from Sheep Mountain Lodge in Alaska over to Valdez.”

Today, Jared and his wife, Heather Fisher, run all kinds of active trips from their offices in Las Vegas and Moab, Utah. But they still have a special attachment to several multiday bike tours in the region.

“The Maze itinerary is our best trip out of Moab,” Jared Fisher said. “It’s a 3 1/2-hour drive from Moab just to get to the start.”

The five-day trip traverses some of the most remote sections of Canyonlands National Park. There are no hotels or lodges in the park, so it’s all “first-class camping” along the trail.

“You really don’t need to bring anything except a duffel with your clothes,” Fisher said. Guides set up the tents and cook the meals.

One particular feature of The Maze itinerary is camping near the Standing Rock site.

“We’re the only company that affords an overnight near the Standing Rock,” Fisher said. “Once camp is set up, you can sit out under the stars and even see the Milky Way. There’s no noise. You’re really out there.”

Tours are limited to seven riders. The cost is $1,660 per person.

The other popular guided trip out of Moab is the White Rim Trail for a four-day outing. The trail covers 100 miles in Canyonlands National Park. Again, there are no lodges, so the guides set up a camp each night and cook all the meals. The cost ranges from $990 to $1,099 per person.

“The White Rim Trail is the most popular mountain bike tour in the entire world,” Fisher said.

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There are many variations of these itineraries. A new addition this year is the combination of RV rentals and guided cycling trips. So, instead of camping out, cyclists can overnight in an RV. Escape Adventures and Blacksford RV rentals offer tours for both road bikers and mountain bikers.

Fisher’s favorite bike tour is along the north rim of the Grand Canyon. “There’s much less visitation along the north rim since it’s only open for about six months of the year,” he said. “There are mountains, trees, the Grand Canyon and beautiful night skies.”

The riding is not particularly hard, but the elevation ranges from 6,000 to 9,000 feet. Most of the time, cyclists are camping, although there are a couple of nights at casual inns since that’s all that’s available. The five-day tour costs between $1,349 and $2,499 per person. The camping gear rental kit is $100 and includes a tent, a sleeping pad, raised cost and other goodies. Mountain bike rentals range from $70 to $85 per day.

Bike tours are popular in Europe. One friend is planning her third “bike and barge” tour with a small Dutch company called Bike Planet . They’ve only got one barge, called the Iris. Since there are aunts, uncles and cousins going, not everyone is a born cyclist. The Bike Planet people make a point that there are e-bike options and options for non-cyclists as well.

Bike Planet’s popular nine-day itinerary departs from Amsterdam and connects with the Rhine River for a trip that features stops in Arnhem, Dusseldorf, Cologne, Bonn and a couple of other smaller towns.

The cycling is easy — about 28 miles per day. Breakfast is included each day, as are six dinners on board. There are a couple of days when guests can check out the local offerings. The cost for this itinerary starts at 2,035 euros per person. It’s extra for a bike rental: 150 euros for a regular bike, or 250 euros for an e-bike.

Another group of friends flew to Vietnam for an adventure along the central coast. The 10-day tour, operated by Spice Roads, started in the city of Hue and included a visit to the beach community of Hoi An. Much of the course is along the coast, but there also are some hill climbs.

The group size is limited to a maximum of 16 riders. The average distance is 59 kilometers per day. The bike rental cost is extra: $200 for a mountain bike, or $425 for an e-bike. One participant noted that not everyone got an e-bike, “but there were some who wish they had!”

Spice Roads also offers several trips in Thailand and in Sri Lanka.

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If you want to see where world-class cyclists live, visit the town of Girona in northeast Spain. Located about 40 miles from Barcelona’s airport, the town is within easy reach of the Mediterranean coast, Spain’s wine-growing regions and the Pyrenees mountain range.

The Cycling House runs a variety of bike tours in Montana, Arizona, Italy and Spain. Many of their tours feature accommodations for the group in a large, private home. In Girona, the Cycling House offers weeklong trips both for road bike riders and for gravel bike riders.

Looking at the day-by-day itinerary from Girona, the rides are designed for serious cyclers. The Costa Brava ride for the second day is 41 miles with 3,200 feet of elevation gain. On day five, be prepared for a 64-mile ride with 4,900 feet of elevation gain.

If you love to ride, you’ll love Girona. You might even run into Alaska’s own Olympic cycling champion Kristen Faulkner on one of your rides!

You don’t have to look too far to find a biking option wherever you’re going. Just don’t forget your helmet!

Scott McMurren

Scott McMurren is an Anchorage-based marketing consultant, serving clients in the transportation, hospitality, media and specialty destination sectors, among others. Contact him by email at [email protected]. Subscribe to his e-newsletter at alaskatravelgram.com. For more information, visit alaskatravelgram.com/about.