Ketchikan Alaska Tours

Visitors to the beautiful state of Alaska should consider visiting the city of Ketchikan. There are many Ketchikan Alaska tours through which you can experience many of the amazing features and activities this area has to offer. If you are unfamiliar with the history and characteristics of this location it helps to learn a little more about the area so you'll know what to expect. Known as the first city in Alaska, Ketchikan is located in the southeast portion of the state approximately 500 miles from Seattle Washington.


In many cases Ketchikan is the first stop for Alaskan cruise ships. In the downtown area off the harbor you'll discover quaint boutiques and shops where you can find the perfect souvenir. The area is rich in history, as you will see when you come across handmade totem poles and wooden staircases. By 1890, a large number of salmon canning facilities were built by settlers in this city, which would soon become known as the salmon capital of the world due to the abundance of this fish species.

On the subject of fish, Ketchikan has all kinds of fishing tours and expeditions for angling enthusiasts. All year round you can fish both saltwater and freshwater for a fantastic variety of fish. They include halibut, five species of salmon and even wild trout. If you're not big on fishing but want to hit the water, consider a kayak tour. There are also boat tours that will take you through various attractions and landmarks. Maybe you'd like to stay on dry land. If so, there are tours available by motorcoach and on foot. You can even tour Ketchikan by Hummer or motorcycle rental. No matter what your preferred method of transportation you can find a tour to suit you.

Ketchikan Alaska tours can be researched and booked online at a variety of sites. By planning your itinerary before you depart you can save yourself a lot of time and hassle. You might even want to reserve your tour spot in advance if possible, just as you would reserve your airfare and accommodations. One thing is for sure, no matter what you do in Ketchikan you will never forget your time spent in this historic and breathtaking Alaskan city. Just make sure to take lots of photographs and pick up a souvenir from one of the many downtown shops.

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