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Historical Hatcher Pass and Palmer Ale House
Palmer
About
Follow the story of the Mat-Su Valley from mountain pass to hometown streets on this relaxed heritage day trip. Travel from Anchorage into Hatcher Pass to explore the preserved Independence Mine and hear how mining and early settlement shaped the region. Then return to downtown Palmer to slow down over lunch at Palmer Alehouse, with an included tasting flight (or a non-alcoholic option). With scenic views throughout and time to enjoy each stop, this tour blends history, landscape, and local flavor in one easy day.
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Roundtrip Anchorage tour in a comfortable, climate-controlled minicoach/van.
Lunch includes a beer or tasting flight at Palmer Alehouse (non-alcoholic options available)
Lunch at Palmer Alehouse: 1 entrée from limited menu (salad/wrap, tacos, nachos, mac, burger+side, gyro/sub+side, or pizza). Vegetarian options available.
Parking Fees
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Step into Alaska’s mining past at Independence Mine State Historical Park in Hatcher Pass. Walk through a preserved early-1900s mining camp with historic buildings and interpretive signage that explains how miners lived and worked in this remote alpine setting. Enjoy time to explore at an easy pace, take photos, and soak up sweeping mountain and valley views.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Palmer
Wrap up the day with lunch at Palmer Alehouse in the heart of Palmer, a Mat-Su Valley town shaped by early transportation routes, agriculture, and community growth. After exploring Alaska’s mining history at Hatcher Pass, guests can relax and enjoy a sit-down meal, plus an included tasting flight featuring a curated selection of locally brewed beers or ciders (non-alcoholic options available upon request). It’s a fun way to sample local flavors while reflecting on the region’s past and present.
1 hour and 15 minutes
Historical Hatcher Pass and Palmer Ale House
Palmer
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$149.00
Price varies by group size
About
Follow the story of the Mat-Su Valley from mountain pass to hometown streets on this relaxed heritage day trip. Travel from Anchorage into Hatcher Pass to explore the preserved Independence Mine and hear how mining and early settlement shaped the region. Then return to downtown Palmer to slow down over lunch at Palmer Alehouse, with an included tasting flight (or a non-alcoholic option). With scenic views throughout and time to enjoy each stop, this tour blends history, landscape, and local flavor in one easy day.
Highlights
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 5 hours to 6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Roundtrip Anchorage tour in a comfortable, climate-controlled minicoach/van.
Lunch includes a beer or tasting flight at Palmer Alehouse (non-alcoholic options available)
Lunch at Palmer Alehouse: 1 entrée from limited menu (salad/wrap, tacos, nachos, mac, burger+side, gyro/sub+side, or pizza). Vegetarian options available.
