Board the legendary narrow-gauge railway and ride through dramatic mountain passes, glacial valleys, and into the frontier town of Carcross, Yukon — a once-in-a-lifetime rail journey etched into the Gold Rush era.
What to expect
The vintage parlour cars climb steep switchbacks through tunnels and across sky-high trestles, revealing views of Skagway far below. Arriving in Carcross, you'll explore the Carcross Desert — the world's smallest desert — and the vibrant Tagish and Tlingit cultural hub of Caribou Crossings. The return journey is bathed in afternoon alpine light, with knowledgeable on-board narration throughout. Dress in layers; temperatures at the summit can be dramatically cooler than at the dock.
Good to know
Pre-book directly on the WPYR website well in advance — Carcross dates sell out months ahead of the season. The full-day excursion runs approximately 8–9 hours, so confirm your ship's all-aboard time and factor in a 10-minute walk from the rail depot back to the pier.