Golden Circle Itinerary

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Day 1 - Travel to Haines, Alaska by either the State ferry or small plane from Juneau for the start of your tour. After getting settled in your room, we will fit you to a bicycle at our shop. The afternoon is free to explore the coastal community of Haines. Haines, surrounded by mountains and glaciers, is the gateway to the Chilkat Valley which is one of a few ancient access routes to interior Alaska. We meet for an orientation in the late afternoon, followed by dinner at one of our fine restaurants. The night is spent at a B&B.

Day 2 - You mount your bike in the morning and cycle along a glacial-fed river through the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. You pass through Canadian Customs and camp in the Tatshenshini/Alsek Provincial Park by the banks of the Klehini River in British Columbia. Distance - 47 miles.

Day 3 - You gradually wind your way up the Chilkat Pass breaking out above tree line. Just 50 miles from the coast, the scenery changes from rain forest to alpine tundra. The evening is spent camping in the Yukon at Million Dollar Falls. Distance - 50 miles.

Day 4 - Today you bike through Kluane National Park, a land of majestic mountains, expansive lakes and open vistas. The night is enjoyed at a B & B near Haines Junction. Distance - 37 miles.

Day 5 - You bike into Haines Junction where the Haines road joins the Alaska/Canada highway. You head east on the AlCan over rolling hills. The dry interior climate is most evident in this region with scrub spruce and sandy soil. You camp near the historic trading post of Champagne. Distance - 60 miles.

Day 6 - You continue southeast towards the Yukon River, crossing several tributaries as you wind your way into Whitehorse. The capitol of the Yukon Territory, Whitehorse is a city of 20,000 hardy folks living on the banks of the mighty Yukon River. You are on your own for the evening and the meal of your choice for dinner. The night is spent in a hotel. Distance - 54 miles

Day 7 - You bike southeast on the AlCan for a short distance then turn south on the Klondike highway. The coastal mountains beckon as you pass through the small community of Carcross. You skirt the massive lakes, which are the headwaters of the mighty Yukon River. The night is spent camping along the lakeshore. Distance - 55 miles

Day 8 - After leaving the Yukon and reentering British Columbia, the coastal mountains rise around you as you bike towards the historic White Pass to take you to the coast. A narrow gap leads you to a thrilling 15-mile descent to the coastal gold rush town of Skagway, Alaska. You relax in a historic B & B while enjoying the sights and sounds of this colorful town. Distance - 55 miles

Day 9 - We will enjoy a farewell breakfast together at the B&B in Skagway. Following breakfast you may choose to explore historic Skagway on your own. To travel home, you may take the Alaska Marine Highway ferry from Skagway or fly a small plane directly to Juneau to catch connecting flights home. You may also choose to extend your vacation either regionally or statewide.