Juneau Gold Rush Walking Tour of Abandoned Mining Town

Excursion Overview

Treadwell Mine Walking Tour: Explore Juneau’s Gold Rush-Era Ruins with AR

Step back in time on this guided walking tour of Treadwell Mine and Gold Rush-era ruins near Juneau. Explore the largest preserved Gold Rush settlement in Southeast Alaska, including original streets, towering mine ruins, and the site of the 1917 mine collapse. Learn the fascinating story of Treadwell, once Alaska’s largest city, and see how nearly $1 billion in gold was mined over 40 years.

Enhance the experience with augmented reality technology (AR) as guests receive an iPad with custom AR scenes that bring buildings, machinery, and daily life from the Gold Rush era to life. Ideal for cruise passengers and independent travelers, this immersive tour offers a unique way to explore Alaska’s rich Gold Rush history up close.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtirp transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • iPad with harness for the AR component

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 guests required to book
  • Guests should be prepared to walk approximately two miles on a flat, well-maintained trail, travelers are expected to have a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Guests should wear warm layered clothing and plan to bring additional raingear to ensure maximum comfort

Duration: 2-2.5 hours (Includes round trip transportation from the cruise ship dock)

  • 15~20 minutes - transport provided from the cruise docks/downtown Juneau to the tour site
  • 10 minutes - tour set up and briefing
  • 90 minutes - guided walking adventure brought to life with augmented reality
  • 15~20 minutes - transport back to drop off site

Meeting Instructions:

  • This tour meets at your cruise ship dock. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • This tour is not wheelchair or limited mobility accessible.

Refund Policy:

  • You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
  • Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour welcomes guests of all ages, with specific requirements for minors. Children age 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Minors aged 12 to 17 may participate independently only with a signed waiver from a parent or guardian.

This tour will operate as scheduled in rain or sunshine. Participants should be prepared for inclement weather and dress in warm layers.

Backpacks, small bags, and purses are permitted on this tour.

Non-alcoholic beverages in closeable containers and snacks are allowed on tour.

As a commercial transport vehicle, car seats are not required and we do not provide them but you are welcome to bring your own.

Yes, there is. The vehicle has storage space available for collapsible strollers.

Yes, service animals are permitted. Kindly notify our team so we can relay this information to the local staff.

 

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$119.00

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$119.00

Duration: 2-2.5 hours

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Duration: 2-2.5 hours



Minimum of 2 Required to Book

Adult (12+): $119.00

Child (2-11): $99.00