Drive Klondike Hwy from Skagway Cruise Port to Yukon Canada

Drive Klondike Hwy from Skagway Cruise Port to Yukon Canada | Alaska Cruise Day Trip

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Күн бұрын

We rented a car at the Skagway, AK cruise port, and spent the day stopping at the world's smallest desert, an abandoned miner's settlement from the Gold Rush Days, Emerald Lake, dog mushers, wildlife, souvenir shopping, and the most breathtaking views! It cost way less than the price of an excursion, and we were able to see everything on our list! One little problem - we forgot our passports!!! Oops!
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Intro 00:00
Itinerary 00:37
Driving through clouds & US/Can border 01:09
Forgot our Passports! 03:44
Welcome to Yukon & Yukon Rustic Jewelry 04:40
Carcross Desert (world's smallest desert) 06:16
Robinson Roadhouse 07:13
Emerald Lake 08:39
Caribou Crossing 10:13
Caribou Cross. Petting Zoo 11:43
Drive back and photos 14:12
Tips to plan your own trip 15:23
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@kjFL1 Жыл бұрын

Just stumbled on this video as I was researching my upcoming cruise. Great video! One of the best I’ve seen so far. Your easygoing delivery is wonderful.

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!! That means the world to us!!! We are heading out next week on Rotterdam for an 11 night Caribbean cruise. Make sure you come back and visit us again!

@welltravelledlife Жыл бұрын

We did the same thing in Skagway. There's a great couple from Minnesota that summers there and we rented a Jeep from them and had the best time! Loved being able to pull over and do our own thing wherever we wanted. Emerald Lake was amazing!! Musher's camp is so cool - giggling at "Partners in naps". We had snow on the summit! Brrrrr...

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! It’s one of our most unforgettable days!

@nannyharman3844 2 жыл бұрын

Your trip was very beautiful. The clouds and snow on the way up took my breath away. I loved seeing all of the animals and that you got to pet and or slobbers from. Thanks for sharing.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The whole trip was filled with breathtaking views! I did love all of the critter kisses 😂

@experiencewithsimmy6527 2 жыл бұрын

That lake is so stunning. You have a very nice memory here. Love it! please keep it up.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! The lake was my favorite part!

@jenniferbristol7548 3 ай бұрын

Loved this video! Thank you so much for your detailed explanation of the trip as well as tips and ideas for this excursion! We just rented our car for our Late June cruise to Skagway. ❤🏔

@ThereToHereTravels 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your comment! We love getting messages like this! You’re going to have an amazing time!❤

@traveladvisorak6065 2 жыл бұрын

The ride was fantastic and the places you visited were nice too. The views were really breathtaking. Enjoyed it.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We loved the views!

@AndysWorldJourneys 2 жыл бұрын

wow the colours of the lake were just stunning! And what a great trip to some wild but beautiful country! Good thing u could get in without passports!

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

It was so worried in that moment I realized I forgot them! What a relief they let us in! The views were stunning!

@rightrecipefortravel 2 жыл бұрын

Driving through clouds. Nice! Beautiful views. Oops, forgotten passports. Wow a desert next to snow cap mountains. That’s super cool. My goodness this lake is beautiful 😍. Thanks for sharing.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Driving through the clouds was pretty cool, but it was also a little scary. It was just like driving through really thick fog. You couldn’t see too far ahead of you at some points. The passports was so close to being a massive disaster 😂. The lake was my favorite part! Thank you for the comment and all of your awesome videos! I love visiting your channel!

@Love4Travel 2 жыл бұрын

Wow... The scenery keeps changing and is all snow... Amazing view and great roadtrip... Beautiful vlog...and then came the desert...it keep changing...Keep vlogging 👍

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@traveladventurer197 2 жыл бұрын

alaska is on my bucket list to climb Denali. so nice to see the beautiful landscape. thanks for the adventure.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Denali is on our bucket list too! We will have to go back and do a land NC cruise or just a road trip. We haven’t seen the aurora borealis yet either. Thanks for your comment!

@unstoppabledigitaltravelling 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful drive with snow cladded mountain, falls.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

It really was!

@KJFTravelAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Oh this makes me want to book another Alaskan cruise!! I wish flights weren’t so expensive because the cruises are so affordable right now! Thanks for sharing, renting a car at ports is a great and economical option!

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Luckily we had booked our flights a few months ago before it went up so high. We definitely want to go back and do a land and sea cruise next time!

@MelodyAWriterCreator 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't had my channel very long and I just found your channel.. I've watched this video and it was great so I plan to watch more.. My mom and I drove to Skagway from Tennessee and took the ferry to Sitka where I worked on an Allen Marine tours wildlife viewing boat. We lived in my mini van at a marina for the season. We then took the ferry from Skagway to Haines and drove to Anchorage where we lived for two and a half years.. I have worked several places in Alaska in the last 15 years.. including the Premier Alaska Wilderness Express railroad dome car.. If you ever get the chance I highly recommend taking the ferry.. We Road the ferry from Whittier AK to Bellingham Washington. It took almost 7 days and it was amazing.. Good luck with your channel and thanks for sharing your Alaska trip.. 👍👍 PS.. I'm like you Ciara. I research everything.. If you ever want to plan another trip to Alaska I'm very familiar with all parts of Alaska and would love to give you some Alaska travel tips if you ever want me to. I'm not a travel agent or anything and I don't charge for info.. I just enjoy sharing with people.. Happy Travels.. 🧳🎒 Your pictures were beautiful by the way..

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and all of the positive feedback! Wow! You have led a fascinating life! I can’t wait to visit your channel and learn more about Alaska! What has been your favorite Alaskan city so far? In every stop we spoke with locals and love learning about life there. It’s so beautiful, and there’s so much wildlife! We both agreed we want to go back one day, and would definitely need to include more land travel. So we would either have to do a land and sea cruise, or a big road trip. Either way, I would love advice when the time comes. Now I know who to reach out to! Again, thank you so much! 💛

@HideoutWays 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Lovely trip, Enjoyed a lot

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and your comment!

@PeerRunners 2 жыл бұрын

What a journey‼️💯

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@terrific-bats 9 ай бұрын

fantastic trip ! thumbs up

@ThereToHereTravels 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@petermartin8053 2 жыл бұрын

Hey there! My wife and I made that same drive on May 29th. Clear blue skies and sunshine. Bought water and snacks from the jewelry lady. Emerald lake was incredible! We stopped at the Suspension Bridge, also. It was so amazing to do that on our own. Thanks for sharing the day of your adventure!

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

That’s amazing! Next time we go to Alaska, I definitely want to stop at the suspension bridge! Thank you for watching and commenting!

@AdventuresFromTexas Жыл бұрын

Was emerald lake thawed when you went? We go in May 26th.

@petermartin8053 Жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresFromTexas Hi there. Emerald Lake was NOT thawed - it was amazingly Emerald! The only frozen lake we saw was closer to the US/Canadian border at a much higher elevation. If you're driving from Skagway up to the Yukon, be aware you lose an hour when you cross the Canadian border. Of course you get it back on the return trip. We were sailing northbound on the Grand Princess last year when we made the drive. Happy and safe travels!

@petermartin8053 Жыл бұрын

Oh no, I misread the question in my haste. YES, it was thawed. Sorry.

@rigaakaizen 2 жыл бұрын

So I guess this is where the Klondike ice cream came from. Pretty place love it♥️ New subbed here from. ~Travel hub

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@anaferry 8 күн бұрын

We are leaving for Seattle for our cruise on August 1st, simply can't wait! We have rented a car in Skagway to do exactly what you did in this beautiful video. How long did it take you round trip with all your stops? We have to be back to town for a waterfall excursion by 2:30, I don't want to miss that either! So much to see in such a short time! Thank you in advance for your help!

@ThereToHereTravels 7 күн бұрын

That’s awesome! We picked up our rental car right at the port when we got off of the ship. It was exactly 8:30 AM. We dropped off the car at 4 pm. Our adventure would have taken less time if we did a few less pullover stops for photos, or a little less time at Caribou Crossing. Since our ship was in port longer, we took our time. Every turn had a new beautiful view that we had to stop and take pictures of! Let us know if you have any other questions! We are happy to help!

@billcook4768 9 ай бұрын

Commenting after watching the first 4:30…. Getting into Canada without your passport is one thing. Fingers crossed for getting back into the US.

@ThereToHereTravels 9 ай бұрын

We got back in okay. The guy at the booth was shocked that they let us into Canada, but he just looked at our IDs and told us it was dangerous to stop and take pictures of the caribou that closely 😬. Then he sent us on our way! 😊

@yananjintravels7960 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks to your video we will be doing this on our Alaska cruise in August! Any additional tips or spots you can share?

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

If you have the opportunity to do a Glacier excursion, like Tracy arm fjord or Endicott arm, something like that, definitely do that one! Best excursion available in Alaska! You’re going to have a blast!

@michaelq28 Жыл бұрын

Great video! We (my wife, brother & sister in law) are taking an Alaskan Cruise in July and are are going to be renting a car as well and exploring this area on our own terms. This is VERY helpful. What dates were you in Skagway?

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome!!! It’s such an amazing experience! We were there 5/24/22. I’m so happy we were able to help! 😊 Have an amazing time!

@markbrownbandfan Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have been researching if this trip is possible for me.We will be in skagway from only 7a to 2p and have always wanted to go to emerald lake, but I'm worried it isn't enough time. I wouldn't need to stop at the desert or the house you visited but may want to do briefly just for pictures. What are your thoughts? Too risky?

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

It’s definitely doable! Since the desert and house are not that far from Emerald Lake, I think you could stop at the house first, visit Emerald Lake, and if you have enough time, pull off at the desert too. We probably spent the most time at Caribou Crossing. If you skip that, you have plenty of time!

@markbrownbandfan Жыл бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels Thank you!

@kimberlycampbell1758 2 жыл бұрын

I'll be in Skagway in July on a cruise...what time did ya'll leave port to drive up the hwy?

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

We took our time getting off the ship. We were in the car by 9:30 in the morning and back to the port at 4:45. After we dropped off the car, we dropped off our souvenirs on the ship and then went back out into Skagway for a little bit! We hope you have an amazing time!

@carolb4871 Жыл бұрын

Nice video. Can I ask who you rented the car from? Thanks!

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! We used Drive About Car Rental driveaboutcarrental.business.site/?

@briandavis3444 Жыл бұрын

We are doing the exact same thing this upcoming July. How long did you spend on your excursion? We will be in Skagway from 7 until 5.

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! We picked up our rental car right at the port when we got off of the ship. It was exactly 8:30 AM. We dropped off the car at 4 pm. After we dropped off the car, we stopped at a few local bars before getting back on the ship. I think we were in Port a little later though. Our adventure would have taken last time if we did a few less pull over stops for photos, or a little less time at Caribou Crossing. Since our ship was in port longer, we took our time. Let us know if you have any other questions! We are happy to help!

@susannagy8361 Жыл бұрын

Where was the suspension bridge along your route?

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

It’s 45 minutes in. It’s in the British Columbia portion of Canada, not Yukon. Even though it is named the Yukon suspension bridge. Since most of the things we did was in the Yukon, it would be either a first stop or last stop, if you were trying to accomplish everything else.

@jasbirkaur5795 Жыл бұрын

Emerald Lake is so beautiful. At what point on the highway did you turn around? At Welcome to British Columbia sign? I am just worried about breakdowns in the wilderness. Was there phone signal along the highway? Were there other cars and buses along the highway? I don't find that in your video.

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

We turned around after Robinson house. That was the furthest point in our trip. The entire drive was a very smooth and wide highway. Although there’s not a lot of traffic, there were definitely plenty of tour, buses, and other drivers along the way. We did not have any cell service because we have a US carrier only for our phones. If we had an international plan that included Canada, I am sure that there would have been service at least near the towns. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can help with!

@jasbirkaur5795 Жыл бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels Thank you for your input. How far in advance did you book your car?

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

@@jasbirkaur5795 They’re not a lot of options in small towns like Skagway, so I would definitely book early on.

@chrisboyd8316 Жыл бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels Hi, Great Trip. What car rental agency did you end up using? How far from the ship was the car pickup point? Thanks for the video.

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

@@chrisboyd8316 we used Drive About Car Rental and the car was very close! In the very beginning, when I turn around and you see a white van over my should in front of a fence, our car was right next to that. Thanks for watching! driveaboutcarrental.business.site/?

@sandeepsohal4141 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful scenic route!!! We r also planning to rent a car annd do a trip like u did. I have a quick question: what is the restroom situation there? Thanks

@ThereToHereTravels 11 ай бұрын

We used the restroom before getting off of the ship and then didn’t stop again for a restroom break until Carcross. There was a restroom available at Robinson roadhouse, and then again at Caribou Crossing. There aren’t many options between Skagway and carcross. All restrooms were clean and had running water. They weren’t Porter potties. Thanks for watching!

@sandeepsohal4141 11 ай бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels Thank you very much for a detailed reply. Any information on Juneau area . We r renting a car there too. Thank u for you time and help.

@ThereToHereTravels 11 ай бұрын

@@sandeepsohal4141 sorry, we did not spend that much time in Juneau. That was the same day we spent six hours in Tracy Arm Fjord. When we got back to Juneau, we just did a little walk around the town. I know Mendenhall glacier is a really popular spot there.

@sandeepsohal4141 11 ай бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels thank you

@donnaking8977 Жыл бұрын

I have a few questions if you don't mind. We are going to be doing this same trek in early June. We have rented a mini van for our group of 6. Just wondering if there are any spots for rest room breaks? Does the jewelry lady only take Canadian currency? I don't think we are going to go to the museum/petting zoo/dog place. Is there anywhere else to eat? Did y'all go up into Caracross? Thanks so much.

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

The first bathroom break was Carcross. We didn’t stop at the gas station on the main highway, we pulled into carcross, and used a public restroom there in Carcross Plaza. It’s an hour and a half drive without any stops. We stopped quite a bit so by the time we got there, we definitely had to go. I suggest taking it easy on the coffee that morning lol. The jewelry lady took my US cash. I did not bring any Canadian money. There are places to eat in Carcross. We did not eat during the day though. We really should have gotten something, because by the time we dropped off the car and walked around to the different breweries, we were drinking on an empty stomach. *Theres video proof of that 😂. I had planned on grabbing food from the deli on the ship and packing it in my collapsible lunchbox. But just like I forgot the passports, I forgot the lunch too 😂.

@donnaking8977 Жыл бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels Thank you so much. Loved your video. Will have to check out your others. Thanks for making it. I can't wait.

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

@@donnaking8977 thank you for watching!!

@pedrozatravel Жыл бұрын

Wow, that was a lot of driving, how long were you in Port?

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

We were in port from 7:30 AM to 8 PM. We took our time getting off the ship though and got to our rental car at 9:30 in the morning. We dropped it off at 4:45. We also took a lot of extra time pulling over and taking photos. It can be done quicker.

@pedrozatravel Жыл бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels great information thank you

@ThereToHereTravels Жыл бұрын

@@pedrozatravel you’re welcome!

@BrownsPartyof5 5 ай бұрын

How long did the drive take?

@ThereToHereTravels 5 ай бұрын

@maxman5555 2 жыл бұрын

Love this! What month was this?

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

On May 23rd this year!

@maxman5555 2 жыл бұрын

@@ThereToHereTravels perfect thanks I will do this next May.

@ThereToHereTravels 2 жыл бұрын

@@maxman5555 that’s awesome! Hope you have a great time! If you go early May, the lake might still be frozen. Just depends on their weather next year.