While in port in Skagway, discover what Alaska’s exciting Gold Rush era was all about on this unique two-hour tour. In the historic village of Liarsville, you will dine on authentic Alaskan fare (including wild Alaskan salmon), visit authentic gold-mining exhibits and learn how to pan for gold – keep everything you find! Full of charm, Liarsville Camp gives you the chance to go back in time to an interesting period of Alaskan history.
Shore Excursion Highlights
- 2-hour shore excursion from Skagway
- Visit the historic Gold Rush-era camp of Liarsville
- Feast on authentic Alaskan food at the included salmon bake and buffet
- Learn how to pan for gold and keep all you find!
- Explore the Gold Rush-era exhibits and historical buildings, and watch exciting performances
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Covered by Viator's Worry-Free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
At the foot of Alaska’s majestic White Pass, nestled next to a waterfall, you’ll discover Liarsville Gold Rush Trail Camp, so named for the journalists who wrote tall tales from this location when they were sent to Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush. On this Skagway shore excursion, find out what the Gold Rush was like as you explore Liarsville.
Your Gold Rush adventure starts with an all-you-can-eat alfresco feast in the forest, including wild, Alaskan-caught salmon grilled over an alder-wood fire. After you eat, walk on over to the Gold Rush-era trail camp. Here, admire the pretty waterfall and the authentic exhibits of Liarsville's past. Then head to the Hippodrome, where a cast of 'sourdoughs' and 'dance hall girls' will entertain you with a hilarious melodrama and a poem by the “Bard of the North,” Robert Service.
Next, learn the art of gold panning before you are set free in the Liarsville gold fields to pan on your own. You are guaranteed to find that precious metal that drove men and women crazy with gold fever!
When you've made your fortune, enjoy some free time to stroll through the camp and visit the Fancy Goods souvenir store, the historic bordello and the laundry tents to view the antiques and vintage clothing left behind by the miners and the ladies of the night. This is the perfect time to have your picture taken with one of the dance hall girls or the camp's popular mascot, an Alaskan malamute (a type of dog) named Denali. Complimentary cookies and apple cider are available.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Skagway 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
Skagway cruise port
Departure Time (local time)
By arrangement to fit your cruise ship schedule (you will receive the tour operators contact information at time of booking).
Return details
Returns to original departure point
Operates
Daily, May - September
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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12pm Departure Code: NOON
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Departs at 12:00PM
12pm departure
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 $57.75
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3pm Departure Code: 1500
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Departs at 03:00PM
3pm departure
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 $57.75
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Additional Information
Inclusions
- 2-hour shore excursion to Liarsville Camp
- Full buffet-style meal
- Gold panning lessons and time to pan for gold on your own
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Exclusions
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Layered clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult
Itinerary
Salmon Bake Menu Includes:
Wild Alaskan salmon
Chilkoot chicken
Pasta
Rice Medley
Prospector Pete’s reindeer beans
Cole slaw and other fresh salads
Cornbread
Blueberry cake
Coffee and lemonade (beer and wine are available for purchase)
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Voucher Information
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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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.
Recent Reviews from Other Travelers
It was a very cool experience. The Salmon Bake was fantastic. The entertainment was good. The gold panning was not what I expected at all. If you are really wanting to know more about gold panning, don't go to Liarsville. All in all was a good experience, would go again.
As a whole, the excursion was good. We were picked up on time and the driver was funny, informative, and friendly. The best part was the play; it was very entertaining and the actors were fantastic! The cons were the food and gold panning. The food was only average and the gold panning was a bit of a disappointment. We thought we would really pan for gold, instead it was a makeshift area that was planted with gold flakes. If we had known that gold was never mined in Skagway, we may have chosen a different excursion. Overall, it was good value for the money.
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