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My husband and I are taking our first cruise to Alaska August 29. I too was a little nervous about booking tours through private companies, but taking the advice of many on this board, I contacted Southeast Tours in Skagway re: horeback riding to Emerald Lake and Island Wings in Ketchican for a flightseeing tour. Both called me back promptly and answered all questions. They both had the ship schedules and Southeast Tours actually had a different schedule than I was given and called the harbormaster to confirm. (When I checked with my TA, I found out the itinerary had indeed changed). Anyway, both companies were very accomodating and gave me times that seemed to give us extra time before and after in case of delays. They also said they could adjust the times later on if the ship schedule changes. I think if you find a reputable company, they are experienced in booking cruise passengers and can help you schedule a tour. After all, they make their living from cruise passengers as well, and wouldn't be in business long if they don't get you back in time!

<blockquote data-quote="didan" data-source="post: 721476"><p>My husband and I are taking our first cruise to Alaska August 29. I too was a little nervous about booking tours through private companies, but taking the advice of many on this board, I contacted Southeast Tours in Skagway re: horeback riding to Emerald Lake and Island Wings in Ketchican for a flightseeing tour. Both called me back promptly and answered all questions. They both had the ship schedules and Southeast Tours actually had a different schedule than I was given and called the harbormaster to confirm. (When I checked with my TA, I found out the itinerary had indeed changed). Anyway, both companies were very accomodating and gave me times that seemed to give us extra time before and after in case of delays. They also said they could adjust the times later on if the ship schedule changes. I think if you find a reputable company, they are experienced in booking cruise passengers and can help you schedule a tour. After all, they make their living from cruise passengers as well, and wouldn't be in business long if they don't get you back in time!</p></blockquote><p></p>

[QUOTE="didan, post: 721476"] My husband and I are taking our first cruise to Alaska August 29. I too was a little nervous about booking tours through private companies, but taking the advice of many on this board, I contacted Southeast Tours in Skagway re: horeback riding to Emerald Lake and Island Wings in Ketchican for a flightseeing tour. Both called me back promptly and answered all questions. They both had the ship schedules and Southeast Tours actually had a different schedule than I was given and called the harbormaster to confirm. (When I checked with my TA, I found out the itinerary had indeed changed). Anyway, both companies were very accomodating and gave me times that seemed to give us extra time before and after in case of delays. They also said they could adjust the times later on if the ship schedule changes. I think if you find a reputable company, they are experienced in booking cruise passengers and can help you schedule a tour. After all, they make their living from cruise passengers as well, and wouldn't be in business long if they don't get you back in time! [/QUOTE]