While you’re in port in Juneau, venture to Gold Creek and Last Chance Basin for a true Alaskan gold adventure! Hear about the historic Alaskan Gold Rush and learn how to pan for gold – you’ll keep all the gold you find! Your guide, dressed in traditional 19th-century attire, will take you to a secluded location along Gold Creek, only accessible with a special permit, and show you what it was like during the Gold Rush for the thousands who flocked to the region. Choose to either pan in the creek or enter the waist-high water in the demonstration trough – either way, you’re guaranteed to find gold!
Shore Excursion Highlights
- Gold mining and panning shore excursion and Juneau city tour
- Keep all the gold you find!
- Learn about the history of the Gold Rush
- Receive a Orelove Brothers Gold Claim Certificate
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Covered by Viator's worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
When your ship docks in the Juneau port, embark first on a historical tour of the city, including a stop at the Alaska State Capitol building. Then your Alaskan gold adventure starts as you head with your guide to Gold Creek and the Last Chance Basin – the place where Joe Juneau and Richard Harris struck gold in 1880.
Your guide will show you how to pan for gold while painting a picture of the thousands of people who hurried to the region to strike it rich during the Gold Rush of the late 1800s. Get the hang of gold panning from your guide, and then try it yourself! You can either pan for gold in the creek or go in the waist-high water of the demonstration trough. While you search, you’ll be surrounded by the building remnants of the Alaska-Juneau Mining Company, which closed in 1944 due to the WWII labor shortage.
Head back to your ship with a newfound knowledge of one of Alaska’s most important events, as well as all the gold you find and an Orelove Brothers Gold Claim Certificate!
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Juneau port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Schedule Details
Departure Point
Juneau cruise terminal
Departure Time (local time)
Varies -- after booking, you will be given the local operator’s contact information; you may specify a departure time in the morning or afternoon
Return details
Returns to original departure point
Operates
Daily
Tour and Pricing Options
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Please note that some options for this shore excursion may not be available, depending on the arrival or departure time of your ship.
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7:30am Code: 0730AM
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Departs at 7:30am
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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8am Code: 0800AM
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8am port pickup
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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9am Code: 0900AM
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Departs at 9am
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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9:30am Code: 0930AM
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Departs at 9:30
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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12pm Code: 1200PM
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12pm port pickup
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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12:30pm Code: 1230PM
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12:30pm port pickup
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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2pm Code: 1400PM
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2pm port pickup
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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2:30pm Code: 1430PM
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2:30pm port pickup
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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3pm Code: 1500PM
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Departs at 3pm
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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5:45pm Code: 1745PM
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Departs at 5:45pm
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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6pm Code: 1800PM
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Departs at 6pm
Tour/activity option
This tour/activity option is available in the following language options:
What is a tour/activity language option?
Many of our tours and activities are available in multiple languages. "Guide" means your guide speaks the language noted. "Audio" means a headset or similar audio device is offered in the language noted. "Written" means a written description is offered in the language noted.
Please note: You can select a preferred language option on the checkout page.
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From USD $61.95
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Additional Information
Inclusions
- All necessary equipment
- Local guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exclusions
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children ages 13-17 must have a signed parental consent form to participate in the absence of a parent or guardian.
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Voucher Information
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Local Operator Information
Complete operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.