Skagway train cancelled

[Cruisinamber]

for anyone taking an Alaska cruise and is planning on taking the white pass railroad they are currently have rock slides so all the train rides are being canceled and instead are taking people on a tour bus so bummed! :loudcry: I want my money back :loudcry:

[smithop]

Hope they sort it out soon, we are booked and prepaid for September.

 

 

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[moki'smommy]

for anyone taking an Alaska cruise and is planning on taking the white pass railroad they are currently have rock slides so all the train rides are being canceled and instead are taking people on a tour bus so bummed! :loudcry: I want my money back :loudcry:

Are you implying that the cruise line or tour operator is not offering a refund? That would only seem fair since they are unable to provide the service you booked.

[WNcruiser]

We were in Skagway last week on the Emerald. There was a large rock/land slide at the pier so Noordam had to tender and was blocking our berth. We ended up docking at the Ore dock. We did have to board the train at a different location as some of the cars were damaged from the slide that were parked near the dock.

 

Thankfully we had a wonderful trip on the train with really nice weather. I guess they must have had more slides since last week.

[lives to cruise]

for anyone taking an Alaska cruise and is planning on taking the white pass railroad they are currently have rock slides so all the train rides are being canceled and instead are taking people on a tour bus so bummed! :loudcry: I want my money back :loudcry:

 

That is too bad. I did this last year in Alaska and it was definitely one of the major highlights of our entire trip.

[1Gizmo]

Have you been told that you wouldn't get your money back?

[JF - retired RRT]

Have you been told that you wouldn't get your money back?

At the very least, they should get a reduction in price. The round trip bus ride is cheaper than the train ride.

[balemap]

When we were in Alaska (2012) instead of taking the train with hundreds of other people, we rented a Jeep from Green Jeep Tours. This is a self-guided (and driven) tour that includes a CD to narrate the trip. They even included a cooler w/snacks and drinks. You go at your own pace. At times the road parallels the railroad. We stopped when we wanted for pictures, etc. We were able to get ahead of the numerous tour buses. It was great. There is really only one place to stop for food and gas (Carcross). Just beyond that is Emerald Lake--very beautiful.

[azbirdmom]

Are all trains canceled or just those that should have gone into the Railroad Dock? The usual Princess policy is to offer an alternative excursion if possible but the passenger always has the option of canceling with a full refund in this situation. If they haven't made that clear to you, you should speak with the Excursion staff.

[RDC1]

Just sent an e-mail to the White Pass Railway. They confirm that the train is not running today (all train trips) and they did not have any updates on the time to repair.

[shepp]

When we were in Alaska (2012) instead of taking the train with hundreds of other people, we rented a Jeep from Green Jeep Tours. This is a self-guided (and driven) tour that includes a CD to narrate the trip. They even included a cooler w/snacks and drinks. You go at your own pace. At times the road parallels the railroad. We stopped when we wanted for pictures, etc. We were able to get ahead of the numerous tour buses. It was great. There is really only one place to stop for food and gas (Carcross). Just beyond that is Emerald Lake--very beautiful.

 

We drove the same route twice, once in spring surrounded by snow, once through autumn colors. Amazing both times, and at most stops we were by ourselves in the wilderness. (We used the free version of Murray's Guide.) Unfortunately, car rental in Skagway is sparse and not cheap, especially with the apparent demise of cheapie standby Sourdough Rentals.

[kt6453]

Oh no!! That’s a lot of people affected!

 

 

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[idahospud]

That must have just happened as trains were running when we were there yesterday.

[SLYScorpions]

When we were in Alaska (2012) instead of taking the train with hundreds of other people, we rented a Jeep from Green Jeep Tours. This is a self-guided (and driven) tour that includes a CD to narrate the trip. They even included a cooler w/snacks and drinks. You go at your own pace. At times the road parallels the railroad. We stopped when we wanted for pictures, etc. We were able to get ahead of the numerous tour buses. It was great. There is really only one place to stop for food and gas (Carcross). Just beyond that is Emerald Lake--very beautiful.

 

We also did the Green Jeep Tour in June of last year and I highly recommend that as an alternative to the train. Go all the way to Emerald Lake to see such beauty! We did the steam engine ride in 2014, which was also great but, being able to stop for pics on your own was a lot of fun!

[tanzer22pilot]

for anyone taking an Alaska cruise and is planning on taking the white pass railroad they are currently have rock slides so all the train rides are being canceled and instead are taking people on a tour bus so bummed! :loudcry: I want my money back :loudcry:

 

 

If you look at the Princess Excursion page for Skagway they have added a new tour called Railroad Building. It is $159 per person but you get to dress up in vintage clothing and with a period shovel or pick axe get to clear a section of railway just like they did back in 1898. Due note it is considered a strenuous excursion. And of course there will be an opportunity for shopping at the gift shop where you can buy your shovel or pick axe.

[Luv2GoGrl]

I hope they clear the tracks and get back in operation soon

[Sams Valley]

If you look at the Princess Excursion page for Skagway they have added a new tour called Railroad Building. It is $159 per person but you get to dress up in vintage clothing and with a period shovel or pick axe get to clear a section of railway just like they did back in 1898. Due note it is considered a strenuous excursion. And of course there will be an opportunity for shopping at the gift shop where you can buy your shovel or pick axe.

 

If they provide dynamite, my husband will be happy to sign up for this new excursion...

[Mr. Muster]

I will be following this thread since we're 76 days away from our Alaskan Cruise and have the White Pass reservation in hand!!! Praying for the best!!

[RandallFlagg]

if you look at the princess excursion page for skagway they have added a new tour called railroad building. It is $159 per person but you get to dress up in vintage clothing and with a period shovel or pick axe get to clear a section of railway just like they did back in 1898. Due note it is considered a strenuous excursion. And of course there will be an opportunity for shopping at the gift shop where you can buy your shovel or pick axe.

 

 

:)

 

Good one!

[Mr. Muster]

https://www.ktoo.org/2018/05/30/rock-strike-suspends-white-pass-train-service/

[Worldtraveler 4727]

Contacted Chilkoot Charters re: our reservation in June, and they got back to me within minutes.

Their response: Trains are scheduled to resume normal operation on this Friday, June 1.

[TheRabbit]

If you look at the Princess Excursion page for Skagway they have added a new tour called Railroad Building. It is $159 per person but you get to dress up in vintage clothing and with a period shovel or pick axe get to clear a section of railway just like they did back in 1898. Due note it is considered a strenuous excursion. And of course there will be an opportunity for shopping at the gift shop where you can buy your shovel or pick axe.

Based on your signature I am going to hazard a guess that we have to get to the build site using a push cart. The TNT, as I understand it, is is already on site, but we do get to light the fuse. (Paper, rock, scissors to pick the lightee.) As long as I don't have to shovel snow, I'm signing up for this one.

[Sandi07054]

I just called too. They said this happens a lot when it rains.

[AnotherLobster]

On the Emereld princess right now, can confirm. They have issued refunds to all affected guests.

[TheRabbit]

On the Emereld princess right now, can confirm. They have issued refunds to all affected guests.

If you are looking for things to do in town, you can walk up into town and go to the trail of 98 show if you are looking for something else to do in town. I think they do 3 or 4 shows a day. There is also a National Park HQ near the train station.