Best of Alaska: Budget Tour Package

Dive deep into the living history awaiting you at Saxman Native Village, where the vibrant native culture of Southeast Alaska mingles seamlessly with the high-energy thrill of a head-to-head lumberjack showdown. Prepare to be transported to another time as you witness the captivating spectacle of the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, where displays of raw power and nimble agility breathe life into the logging legacy of yesteryears. This Ketchikan shore tour is sure to deliver the depth and breadth of Southeast Alaska's rich history! While the order may change, you won’t miss a single highlight.

The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show is an action-packed event where traditional logging techniques have become a sport! Watch these talented lumberjacks scale poles, chop wood, and throw axes with incredible precision! Covered seating areas make it a fantastic family friendly tour option, no matter the weather.

When you arrive at Saxman Native Village, your guide will greet you with the traditional Tlingit dialect and lead you to the Beaver Clan House. Here, you will be swept away by an intricate tapestry of traditional songs and dances performed by the Cape Fox Dancers. Through the thunderous rhythm of drums, scents, props, and beautiful native regalia, these songs weave tales of the native people from this region of Alaska.

Following this performance, you'll delve into the intricate artistry of totem pole carving at the Carving Center, where each stroke of the chisel breathes life into ancient stories and symbolic motifs. Conclude your experience at the totem pole park, where towering monuments stand as silent sentinels of cultural heritage. 

The Saxman Native Village and Lumberjack Show is perfect for history lovers and thrill seekers alike! If you’re looking for a meal AND a show, check out the Alaska Cultural, Culinary & Lumberjack Show.

You've decided you'd like to see the magnificent humpback whales in Alaska, but which Juneau whale watching tour is right for you? With this Whale Watching & Mendenhall Glacier Tour, you're getting a little more bang for your buck and ensuring you're not missing any of Juneau's highlights! This tour includes a stop at the Mendenhall Glacier visitor's center in addition to the whale watching adventure. Including all of the features of the popular Whale Watching Tour, you'll leave the waters of Auke Bay and continue with a transfer over to the famous Mendenhall Glacier.

With a convenient downtown pick-up location within walking distance of the cruise ships, a 25-minute transfer over to Auke Bay takes you through downtown Juneau while your guide narrates the journey, providing a great introduction and orientation to Alaska's capital city. Load up on the customized whale watching boat and then it won't take long to arrive at prime whale watching waters. Spend the next 2 hours in the midst of whales, sea lions, seals and bald eagles, experiencing Alaska's diverse wildlife first-hand. Upon returning to the harbor, board the bus for a transfer to the glacier. Take a self-guided stroll to the glacier viewpoint or into the visitor's center (admission is included in tour price) which provides a wealth of knowledge and information. You have over and hour to explore the area before boarding the bus back to town.

Please note: This tour may run in reverse with the glacier visit first followed by whale watching.

* Please note that the Visitor Center building will be closed on Saturdays during the 2025 season.  The park area, trails, and restrooms will all remain open, still providing exceptional views of Mendenhall Glacier.

Looking for more chances to spot wildlife and experience the highlights of each port town on your Alaska cruise? We recommend Skagway's Yukon Discovery and Ketchikan's Bering Sea Crab tour, or check out all of our staff picks!