Plan Harmony

Itinerary
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Stop At: Crescent Harbor, Lincoln St, Sitka, AK 99835, USA

The first stop on the tour is in front of picturesque Crescent Harbor. The guide will explain the daily workings of a fishing town in Alaska from the personal perspective of a commercial and charter fisherman.

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Sitka Sound Science Center, 834 Lincoln St, Sitka, AK 99835-7650

Our guide will discuss the role the famous Sitka Sound Science Center plays in researching sustainable fishing. If one of the salmon runs is occurring it is possible to see salmon jumping up the stream into the hatchery processing station.

Stop At: Sitka Fine Arts Camp, Sitka, AK 99835, USA

Taking a step back in time, our guide will tell the history of the Sheldon Jackson College campus. The campus has transformed dramatically over its 145 year history: originally founded as an "Indian Boarding School" this campus is now the Sitka Fine Arts Camp.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Lincoln and Cathedral Streets, Sitka, AK 99835-7542

Our guide will highlight the history, architecture, and significance of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral in the center of downtown Sitka. Note that this walking tour takes place entirely outside.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Sitka Pioneers' Home, 120 Katlian St, Sitka, AK 99835, USA

Here you will see the grounds of the Sitka Pioneers' Home. This majestic building has a rich history and still plays an important role in the lives of Alaskans. Our guide will showcase the totem pole and prospector statue that stand in front of the grand building. Note that this walking tour takes place entirely outside.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Castle Hill, Sitka, AK 99835, USA

The tour will climb 3 flights of stairs to the top of Baranof Castle State Historic Site, also known as "Castle Hill". This is the location where Russian Alaska was purchased by the United States. Note that the stairs at this attraction are the most physically strenuous part of the tour. The end point is a 5 min walk to the cruise shuttle loading zone, and a 2 min walk from downtown Sitka.

Duration: 15 minutes

• Umbrella
• All Fees and Taxes
• Resident Guide (Contact us for Spanish-speaking and other private tour options)
• Local tips for restaurants and exploration

• Transportation from the Cruise Ships (tour starts from shuttle drop-off)

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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