Overview
Get out of the city of Anchorage and take the Turnagain Arm Shuttle to Indian Valley Gold mine. This self-guided Goldpanning adventure is an opportunity to visit a real mine that helped shape the area.
The Goldpanning Tour is truly ideal for the independent traveler who enjoys breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm.This self-guided tour allows you freedom to break away from the tour groups and try your luck at Goldpanning on your own and return at select times.
Your journey to Indian Valley Goldmine begins with a custom tour of Turnagain Arm and is a treat you won’t want to miss. On the way to the Indian Valley you will be traveling down Alaska’s most scenic stretch of highway known as Turnagain Arm.
Your adventure includes a Turnagain Arm Tour with highlights listed below.When you are ready to continue on simply board the shuttle at the time you chose and with a confirmed seat back to Anchorage. We will be making a stop at Potter Marsh on the return journey back to Anchorage.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local guide at Indian Valley Mine
Customers pay their own admission and pay dirt buckets
Gratuities
Customers pay their own admission
Admission to the mine and one paydirt bucket
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
We pick up and drop off at the Anchorage Visitors Center located at 524 W. 4th Avenue.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for pregnant women
Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
What to expect
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Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises - Tours
Take a drive down the Seward Highway on the Turnagain Arm Shuttle to Gold Pan
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Seward Highway
Take a drive down the Seward Highway on the Turnagain Arm Shuttle to Gold Pan
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Turnagain Arm Drive
On the way down to the Indian Valley Mine you will be traveling down Alaska’s most scenic highway known as Turnagain Arm. You will make a stop at Beluga Point, Turnagain Gallery and then on to the Indian Valley Mine where you can try your luck for Gold.
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Beluga Point
Photo spot
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Turnagain Gallery
On the way down to the Indian Valley Mine you will be traveling down Alaska’s most scenic highway known as Turnagain Arm. You will make a stop at Beluga Point, Turnagain Gallery and then on to the Indian Valley Mine where you can try your luck for Gold.
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Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site
1 hour
You may want to take some of the scenic walks found around Indian Valley Mine. When you are ready to continue on simply board the hourly shuttle from the Indian Valley Mine back to Anchorage. The return journey back to Anchorage is simple allow us to arrange your shuttle back to Anchorage. It’s that easy.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Anchorage).
Additional Information
- Turnagain Arm Shuttle is a hop on hop shuttle. Please be aware that seats are guaranteed on the outbound and hop on hop off on the return.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Gold Panning Self-Guided Tour
Can I cancel Gold Panning Self-Guided Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1–5 hours.
Where does it start?
We pick up and drop off at the Anchorage Visitors Center located at 524 W. 4th Avenue.
What's included?
- Local guide at Indian Valley Mine
- Customers pay their own admission and pay dirt buckets
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Customers pay their own admission
- Admission to the mine and one paydirt bucket
Which places does it visit?
It visits Alaska's Finest Tours & Cruises - Tours, Seward Highway, Turnagain Arm Drive, Beluga Point, Turnagain Gallery, Indian Valley Mine, National Historic Site.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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