Need help with excursions

[ontariotrvlr]

We're travelling to Alaska for the 1st time on NCL Sun Aug 14 and are looking for some recommendations on excursions. Anybody have info to share on the following:

-Tracey Arm Fjord & Glacier Tour by Catamaran

-Bear tours (Anan Observ. vs Neets Bay via Floatplane vs Alaska Bear Advent. via Floatplane)

-Recommended hikes in Wrangell and Ketchikan

-Ultimate Yukon & Whitepass Train Tour

-Renting a car in Skagway and driving to Yukon

 

Any advice would be appreciated - Thanks.

[Shirleya53]

You are better off renting a car in Skagway and driving yourself. You see more and can stop anytime you want to.

 

http://www.explorenorth.com/library/roads/sklondike-photos1.html

[Budget Queen]

You have an excellent varied selection. But I do disagree having done both the White Pass and Klondike Highway many times, the train is just excellent for history and superior scenery. A real treat if of interest.

 

I have been to both Neets and Anan, with my clear preference Anan, (with a return trip for me in August). :)

 

My favorite hiking out of Ketchikan requires a rental car and a drive out to Ward Lake and Preserverance trail, easy to include a side trip to Totem Bight- another nice walk. I use Alaska car rental.