Sitka Historical Highlight Tour
Overview
Come join us on a 2.5 hour experience of Sitka's highlights, history and breathtaking views!
One of Sitka's highlights that we'll take you to is the Fortress of the Bear. A non-profit bear rescue sanctuary for orphaned bear cubs. You will have the opportuntity to see five Coastal Brown Bear and three Black Bear!
Another highlight included in the tour is Sitka National Historical Park. This stop dives into Sitka's Russian and Alaskan Native history depicted from the totem poles.
The guide takes you to see multiple totem poles while sharing some of Sitka's history along the way. This is a great stop for photos of Sitka's forest, history and shore line view of our rocky beaches. This is a mild walking stop on the tour. Gentle reminder that we are not ADA accessible.
Our last stop is on Japonski Island, a small island that connects to our main island by bridge. Japonski Island has our WW2 history, Rocky Gutierrez airport, Coast Guard Air Station/boat station and scenic photo stops.
What's Included
- Umbrellas
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snacks
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
330 Harbor Drive
Sitka, AK 99835, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Fortress of the Bear
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Japonski Island
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Silver Bay
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Activity code: C-465774P1
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