Sitka Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Tour including Fortress of the Bear
Sitka, Alaska
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Trip Type: Ports of Call Tours
Duration: 2 hours
Grab the chance to see Sitka on a 2-hour tour with local guides who will share the highlights and history of this fascinating and beautiful city. See stunning totem poles in Sitka National Historical Park, meet rescued brown bears who live at Fortress of the Bear, and take in the incredible scenery all around Sitka. You’ll also cross the O’Connell Bridge to Japonski Island and pass Alaska Pioneer Home, St Michael’s Cathedral, and Sheldon Jackson Museum.
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Grab the chance to see Sitka on a 2-hour tour with local guides who will share the highlights and history of this fascinating and beautiful city. See stunning totem poles in Sitka National Historical Park, meet rescued brown bears who live at Fortress of the Bear, and take in the incredible scenery all around Sitka. You’ll also cross the O’Connell Bridge to Japonski Island and pass Alaska Pioneer Home, St Michael’s Cathedral, and Sheldon Jackson Museum.You’ll start your tour at the cruise ship dock where a comfortable 14-passenger van will meet you. Climb on board and head over O’Connell Bridge for a great view of Sitka around you, perched on the edge of Baranof Island, one of the last stops of Alaska’s Inside Passage. Then cross the bridge to Japonski Island where you’ll learn about Sitka’s contribution in World War II.
Next you’ll continue to Sitka National Historical Park, the oldest National Park in Alaska. Be amazed by Tlingit and Haida totem poles that stand amid towering spruce and hemlock trees along the park’s scenic coastal trail. After, join your guide on a beautiful walk overlooking the Indian River. In the middle of the season, witness salmon spawning while your knowledgeable guide teaches you about the amazing life cycle of the salmon.
After taking in the totem poles, you’ll travel south on a beautiful road along Silver Bay to reach the Fortress of the Bear, the largest bear habitat in North America. The three-quarter acre habitat houses orphaned bear cubs in a naturalized setting. You’ll have the opportunity to get within 25 feet (8m) of the brown bears to watch them, then meet the experienced staff who work with the bears.
Other sights that you will see along the way include the Alaska Pioneer Home, St. Michael’s Cathedral, Sheldon Jackson Museum, and the Sitka Sound Science Center.
After a 2-hour tour of Sitka’s rich wildlife and historical sites, you will be returned to the dock in Sitka at the end of your tour.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your excursion ends with ample time for you to return to the Sitka Cruise Ship Dock for your ship’s departure. In the extremely unlikely 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.
Next you’ll continue to Sitka National Historical Park, the oldest National Park in Alaska. Be amazed by Tlingit and Haida totem poles that stand amid towering spruce and hemlock trees along the park’s scenic coastal trail. After, join your guide on a beautiful walk overlooking the Indian River. In the middle of the season, witness salmon spawning while your knowledgeable guide teaches you about the amazing life cycle of the salmon.
After taking in the totem poles, you’ll travel south on a beautiful road along Silver Bay to reach the Fortress of the Bear, the largest bear habitat in North America. The three-quarter acre habitat houses orphaned bear cubs in a naturalized setting. You’ll have the opportunity to get within 25 feet (8m) of the brown bears to watch them, then meet the experienced staff who work with the bears.
Other sights that you will see along the way include the Alaska Pioneer Home, St. Michael’s Cathedral, Sheldon Jackson Museum, and the Sitka Sound Science Center.
After a 2-hour tour of Sitka’s rich wildlife and historical sites, you will be returned to the dock in Sitka at the end of your tour.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your excursion ends with ample time for you to return to the Sitka Cruise Ship Dock for your ship’s departure. In the extremely unlikely 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.
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