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Ketchikan Customized Private Van Tour

4.9
28 reviews

Excursion Overview

Private transportation through the streets of historic Ketchikan!

This tour is fully customizable, and your private party of up to 14 will choose your own stops. Typically you'll have four main stops during the four hour duration*, but it is entirely up to you!

Your driver/guide will pick you up right from your cruise dock, a hotel, the airport, or another location at your request. You'll travel in an 11- or 14-seater transit van, following a custom route of your choosing.

One popular stop is downtown Ketchikan and historic Creek Street. Creek Street is characterized by its colorful buildings (and colorful history as a former Red Light District)! Now the street, which is actually a boardwalk mounted on stilts, is lined with locally owned shops, restaurants, and art galleries to discover.

If you choose, your tour includes admission to Saxman Native Village for a photo opportunity. The village's Totem Park houses 25 authentic Tlingit totems. Each totem's symbols tell a unique story, and this stop provides an excellent opportunity to learn firsthand about Alaska's first peoples' culture and history.

If you're interested in seeing Alaska's natural wonders, we can also take a trip along George Inlet to beautiful Beaver Falls. You'll want to have your camera ready for this scenic drive. We'll make stops for shopping and dining upon request. Be sure to ask your guide for a local recommendation!

*Please contact us if you're interested in a longer tour for an additional fee.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

  • Roundtrip transportation from your preferred location within Ketchikan
  • Private 11- or 14-seater transit van with driver guide
  • Access to Saxman Native Village totem park
  • Shopping opportunities available upon request
  • Dining opportunities are available upon request (food and drink are not included)

Requirements:

  • You are welcome to bring collapsible medical equipment with advance notice, but all guests should be somewhat mobile to ensure safe loading into the tour van.
  • Collapsible strollers and scooters are welcome.
  • All children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
  • Dress appropriately for the weather. We recommend layers and a waterproof outer layer.
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes.

Duration: 4 hours (Roundtrip from cruise ship terminal. (Guests docking at Ward Cove will be picked up and dropped off at Ward Cove))

  • Pickup from your chosen location
  • Stop 1
  • Stop 2
  • Stop 3
  • Stop 4
  • Drop-off at your chosen location

Meeting Instructions:

  • Guest docking at WARD COVE will be picked up and dropped off here. All other cruise ship guests or those staying locally will meet at the Ketchikan Visitor Center. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

  • Accessibility will depend on chosen locations. If you have specific accessibility requirements, please contact us for recommendations on ideal stops. Vehicles can accommodate collapsible wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers with advance notice. Vehicles are not suitable for full-time wheelchair users and do not have space for motorized scooters. Please leave a comment at checkout if bringing any collapsible equipment.

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

There are bathrooms available at various stops. Downtown Ketchikan also has several public facilities.

Layers are always key in Southeast Alaska during the summer. Ketchikan is one of the rainiest cities in the country, so please don't forget your waterproof outerwear. Comfortable walking shoes are always a good idea.

 

Guest Reviews

4.9

28 total

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Kristy L

On Jul 2025

I was the person who booked this for my 12 other family members. I was worried about the 3 other daughters, their children and spouses, and my mom and dad would not enjoy the excursion I booked. I knew my husband and myself would. Cy was our tour guide and from the moment we got into the van, he was engaging and energetic. My whole family loved the places he took us to from his favorite beach to Saxman Village (yes Cy it is our name :) ) to Totem Bight State Park, and the Salmon Falls as well as the history he told about the Ketchikan area. Everyone in my family had so many great things to say about the tour that day and days after. It truly was an amazing excursion for my whole family to be a part of. I'm sure all 13 of us will tell others how great the trip and Cy was for our family's Saxman excursion. It was so easy to book through your company, you responded any time I had a question, and you confirmed we would be back before our ship left. Thank you so much for such an amazing trip around Ketchikan.

Diane B

On Jul 2025

It was a cool and rainy day and the perfect way to be able to see all of the sites that Ketchikan had to offer. Our driver was great and tried to show us sites we didn't even know to ask to see. We were not interested in shopping or eating but were just interested in being able to experience Alaska. He took us to a cannery that had been closed for many years but was available to be able to actually see what that industry had been in it's day. A real extra.

Karen S

On Jul 2025

Renice was amazing. Very entertaining and interesting. Such a bubbly personality.

Polly S

On Jun 2025

What a perfect way to learn a the history of Ketchikan and see many of the beautiful sights in the short amount of time the ship is at port. Our tour guide Mike was fabulous! Highly recommend.

Cesar Ignacio P

On May 2025

Great service!!!

$750.00

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$750.00

Duration: 4 hours

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Duration: 4 hours



Pricing is PER vehicle

11-Passenger Vehicle: $750.00

Pricing is PER vehicle

14-Passenger Vehicle: $750.00

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