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Yukon and it’s Regions Situated in the upper Northwest corner of Canada, next to Alaska, the Yukon is Canada’s most accessible northern destination. Home to Canada’s highest mountain (Mount Logan) and one of the largest non-polar icefields located in Kluane National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage site breathtaking doesn’t describe the vastness, or the beauty! The Yukon is one of North America’s major wilderness attractions; close to 80 percent remains pristine wilderness with 5,000-metre peaks, forested valleys, unspoiled waters and untamed wildlife. Roughly the size of France at 483,000 square kilometres, it is home to more than 160,000 caribou, 70,000 moose, 22,000 mountain sheep, 7,000 grizzly bears, 10,000 black bears and 250 species of birds… and only 40,000 humans! The Yukon is a big, beautiful place, made up of smaller regions offering natural beauty, thrilling adventure and rich history. Enjoy exploring these regions and creating memories of a Yukon adventure wherever you go.
KLUANE – dramatic heights In the Kluane region, size matters! Kluane National Park and Reserve is part of the largest internationally protected wilderness area in the world. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a dramatic landscape of broad, lush valleys and monumental mountain ranges, where wildlife is plentiful. The park features Canada’s highest peak, Mount Logan (5,959 m), and the largest icefields outside of the polar caps. Enjoy jaw-dropping scenery, world-class hiking, glacier flightseeing tours, and more, in Kluane.
KLONDIKE – iconic gold rush history Home to a national historic site, Dawson City still evokes the heartbeat of the greatest gold rush in history, with its boardwalks and vintage false-front buildings. The communities along the North Klondike Highway are a treasure trove of authentic Yukon culture and off-thebeaten-path adventure. For many visitors, discovering the Klondike is essential to their Yukon experience.
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WHITEHORSE – the wilderness city Steeped in culture and history, Yukon’s capital city of Whitehorse has numerous attractions, a vibrant arts community, and top-notch tourist services. You’ll find all the amenities of a big city and fall in love with its endearing small-town personality. Whitehorse has a classic Main Street ambience, shopping, restaurants, excellent museums, quality visitor services, and nature on its doorstep. It’s a superb destination on its own, and a base for further explorations around the Yukon.
SOUTHERN LAKES – an adventurer’s
playground
Named for the interconnected lakes and rivers that form the headwaters of the mighty Yukon River, this region is also home to diverse landscapes, from desert dunes to rolling mountains.
NORTHERN & ARCTIC – land of the
midnight sun
For the true northern experience, Northern and Arctic Yukon is about as far as you can go. Passing through varied landscapes and encountering small hamlets, wilderness parks, and migratory birds and caribou, this remote region makes for a road trip unlike any other.
SILVER TRAIL – wild country and
pristine rivers
A fascinating region with a mining history that rivals the Klondike. Silver mining in this district played a significant role in maintaining the economic backbone of the Yukon over the 20th century. Further afield, the Wind River, Snake River and Bonnet Plume River make the Silver Trail a mecca for wilderness paddlers.
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7 Reasons why Yukon should be on your travel bucket list NORTHERN LIGHTS
BEARS AND OTHER WILDLIFE IN THE YUKON
Come to the Yukon and experience one of the great natural wonders of the world. From late August to April, when darkness comes to Yukon skies, the Northern Lights come out. Whether you’re fascinated by the science or thrilled by the opportunity to photograph the aurora, the sight of dancing lights in the night sky nourishes all souls. Seeing the aurora on any given night is a combination of solar activity and clear weather. While there are never viewing guarantees, typically, guests who plan for a three-night stay will not be disappointed.
Almost 80% of the Yukon is pristine wilderness. That’s over 350,000 square kilometres of mountain vistas, boreal forests, wild rivers and crystal blue lakes. If you’re looking for a wildlife holiday, where better than one of the wildest places in the world? The Yukon has three national parks, six territorial parks and four Canadian Heritage Rivers and since there are 10 times more moose, bears, wolves, caribou, goats and sheep than people, there’s the possibility of seeing wildlife around every bend.
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WALK WHERE LEGENDS WALKED
All over the Yukon, from late May to early August, the sun barely sets, if at all. It’s quite a feeling. In addition to long, long days, the midnight sun brings wondrous, golden-hour views that last for hours. With 24 hours of daylight and plenty of festivals and outdoor play happening all over the Yukon, you’ll fit in plenty of adventures during your stay.
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Step back a hundred years and feel the euphoria and grit of the Klondike Gold Rush. Stroll the fabled streets of Dawson City and channel the pioneering spirit as you ride the gold rush train, tour the paddlewheelers or stand on Discovery Claim – Yukon’s hallowed ground. Your adventure starts where the world’s last great adventure left off.
7 Reasons why Yukon should be on your travel bucket list ICONIC DRIVES With scenic drives into all corners of the Yukon, it’s a driver’s dream. The territory boasts a network of well-maintained highways that rank among the world’s premiere driving adventures. By road, it’s an exhilarating combination of postcard scenery, historic communities, cultural attractions and adventure outings. This is a land of friendly characters, endless Midnight Sun and expanses of pristine wilderness. Come touring on the legendary Alaska, Top of the World, Klondike and Dempster highways.
IF YOU CAN DO IT ON SNOW, YOU CAN DO IT IN YUKON! The one thing Yukon can absolutely guarantee, year after year, is snow. Snow that covers the boreal forest, snow that coats the peaks in white, snow that melts beneath the ski, or flies from the snowmobile track, or flutters from the paws of a dog team. Partake in a dog mushing tour or explore on a snowmobile and take to the wilderness to discover the
valleys, the mountain sides, the forest trails and the frozen lakes and rivers. From November to April, snow turns Yukon into a winter playground.
DISCOVER YUKON’S UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE One of the Yukon’s great treasures Kluane National Park is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. It contains the wonders of the St. Elias Mountains and its icefields, glacial lakes, wild rivers and pristine forests. Canada’s tallest peak is in there, so is the greatest accumulation of glaciers outside the polar regions, so are a bunch of bears, caribou, moose, wolves and foxes, so is one of the most daunting whitewater rivers on the planet.
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Festivals and Events The Yukon is a warm and welcoming place with friendly people and a vibrant arts scene. Fun-filled events throughout the year celebrate unique northern arts, sports, and cultures. Here are some of our favourites.
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JULY
The Yukon Arctic Ultra, Whitehorse Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race, Fairbanks / Whitehorse
Canada Day, Yukon-wide Yukon Gold Panning Championships, Dawson City Dawson City Music Festival, Dawson City
MARCH Trek Over the Top Snowmobile Run, Dawson City Thaw di Gras Spring Carnival, Dawson City
JUNE Yukon River Quest Canoe and Kayak Race, Whitehorse to Dawson City Yukon First Nations Adaka Cultural Festival, Whitehorse
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AUGUST Discovery Day Celebration, Dawson City Riverside Arts Festival, Dawson City Yukon Culinary Festival, Whitehorse
SEPTEMBER Klondike Trail of ’98 International Road Relay, Whitehorse
Yukon: A Year-Round Destination Itineraries to suit all explorers
We offer all types of holidays in the Yukon, which can be tailor-made to suit your interests, timeframe and budget. Whether your interest is in enjoying the pristine wilderness and gold rush history on an independent self-drive holiday or witnessing the northern lights on an Aurora viewing package tour, we can help you experience the Yukon in a way that suits you. Take inspiration from the following holiday ideas and give our friendly travel specialists a call to discuss your individual Yukon requirements.
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Spring & Summer Departures In the Footsteps of Yukon Pioneers 10 Nights / 11 Days Daily departures May to September from £699* per person *Price excludes international flights and car-hire From the echoes of the Gold Rush to the new world of ecotourism, this northern wonderland offers something different for the inquisitive traveller on a circular route from Whitehorse to Whitehorse.
Day 1: Arrival in Whitehorse
Arrive in Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon Territory. This northern city offers all the modern conveniences and amenities, as well as the historical and cultural remnants of the days of the Gold Rush. Overnight in Whitehorse.
Day 2: Whitehorse to Watson Lake Departing eastward along the Alaska Highway into the interior of the Yukon, pass through small towns and villages that have carved unique communities out of a rugged wilderness. Arriving in Watson Lake, take some time to visit the ‘signpost forest’ – a collection of over 10,000 signposts donated by visitors from around the world. Overnight in Watson Lake.
Day 3: Watson Lake to Faro
Turning northward on to the Campbell Highway, follow the path of several rivers and long lakes, many only previously
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seen by the most avid outdoorsman. Arriving in Faro, this small-town set under the gaze of the mountains invites travellers to visit the Campbell Region Interpretative Centre to learn about the history and geography of the surrounding area. Overnight in Faro.
Day 4: Faro to Dawson City
Journeying farther northward, you embark on a day of discovery travelling through the wilderness of the Yukon heartland, home to large mammals such as moose, caribou and grizzly bears. Later in the day, arrive in the famous former prospector town of Dawson City. Overnight in Dawson City.
Day 5: Dawson City
The day is yours to independently discover the excitement of the Gold Rush days gone by as the town comes alive with period actors on local walking tours and historical buildings. Interactive gold-panning station that gives visitors a taste of the past is included. The Bonanza Creek with Discovery Claim and Dredge 4 National Historic Site provides an indepth look into the industry that made the town famous. Overnight in Dawson City.
Day 6: Dawson City to Beaver
Creek
Beginning with a short crossing of the Yukon River by ferry, today your journey takes you along a picturesque route following the Top of the World Highway and the Taylor Highway as it traverses the wilds of Yukon over the international border to Alaska, USA. Continue as you loop back south back into Canada and arrive in the small town of Beaver Creek for the evening. Overnight in the Beaver Creek area.
Day 7: Beaver Creek to Haines Junction Today’s shorter driving distance back on the Alaska Highway allows time to independently explore natural wonders such as the shores of Lake Kluane, or the snow-capped mountains and glaciers of the St. Elias Mountains of spectacular Kluane National Park. Arrive later in Haines Junction and perhaps take some time to explore the First Nations Daku Cultural Centre, a highlight of this frontier town. Overnight in Haines Junction.
Day 8: Haines Junction
A day free at leisure is a good opportunity to explore the village. Perhaps pay a visit to the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations’ Da K Cultural Centre, an interactive living museum that celebrates the history, culture and art of the Indigenous people of the area. Overnight in Haines Junction.
Day 9: Whitehorse
A short drive to Whitehorse today leaves ample time to check into your hotel and independently explore this frontier town that has grown up into a northern hub city of commerce, industry and tourism. Overnight in Whitehorse.
Day 10: Whitehorse
The day is free to independently discover why Whitehorse has cultivated a name as the Yukon’s hub of local guided and independent sightseeing and local touring activities. Overnight in Whitehorse.
Day 11: Whitehorse Your tour ends today.
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Spring & Summer Departures Yukon & Alaska Explorer 14 Nights / 15 Days Daily departures May to September from £1,449* per person *Price excludes international flights and car-hire If you’ve ever wanted to visit the top of the world, this adventure will take you further north than you’ve ever been before. Combining visits to Canada’s rugged Yukon, and the dramatic state of Alaska, you will experience two environments that challenge the limits of human endurance.
Day 1: Whitehorse
Arrive at Whitehorse airport and transfer independently to your hotel in central Whitehorse where the rest of the day is yours to explore this historic town.
Day 2: Whitehorse to Haines
Junction
Begin your northern adventure as you head west through the small villages of the territory to Haines Junction, situated on the edge of the massive Kluane National Park.
Day 3: Haines Junction
A day at leisure to explore the village. Perhaps pay a visit to the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations’ Da K Cultural Centre, an interactive living museum that celebrates the history, culture and art of the Indigenous people of the area.
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Day 4: Haines Junction to Beaver
Creek
Today you continue west, stopping just short of the international border. After checking into your hotel, depart on an incredible flightseeing tour to see the incredible sights of Kluane National Park from spectacular heights.
Day 5: Beaver Creek to Fairbanks Crossing into the United States, you travel the Alaska Highway to Fairbanks, travelling through a chain of small towns that have played parts in the stories and history of Alaska such as Tok, Delta Junction and Eielson.
Day 6: Fairbanks to Denali
National Park
Today’s route takes you along the George Parks Highway, across the Tanana River and on to Denali National Park. The towering mountains, wide valleys, roaring rivers and rippling streams of Alaska’s interior offer visitors’ excellent opportunities for outdoor activities.
Yukon & Alaska Explorer Day 7: Denali National Park
Today you may decide to independently explore some of the many hiking trails or go on a wildlife tour to see moose, caribou, grizzly bears and Dall sheep.
Day 8: Denali National Park to
Anchorage
Today you will continue your adventure southbound, traversing vast woodlands of spruce, birch and aspen. Before dusk, you will reach Alaska’s largest city, Anchorage, located at the head of Cook Inlet.
Day 9: Anchorage
Today is yours to experience the modern city of Anchorage and its surroundings.
Day 10: Anchorage to Tok
Today depart Anchorage and travel east along the highways just above the fjords and inlets that help create some of the most dramatic park settings in the north. Continue to Tok where the remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 11: Tok to Dawson City
Striking back towards the border through some of the most untouched wilderness in North America, you pass back over into Canada at Little Gold Camp – the highest border crossing between the two countries. Following the aptly named Top-of-the-World Highway the road continues to the riverside town of Dawson City, one of the major focal points of the 18th century Gold Rush.
Day 12: Dawson City
Relive the days of prospecting with a day of independent exploration of this historic city. Take the day to tour the historic landmarks of Dawson City and visit the surrounding goldfields that still resonate with the Klondike’s “Spirit of ’98”.
Day 13: Dawson City to Whitehorse
The Klondike Highway is your access route back to the southern region of the Yukon. You will be passing through the traditional hunting grounds of the Kaska Indians, where bears, wolves, lynx and moose roam in abundance before arriving in Whitehorse.
Day 14: Whitehorse
Today you embark on a full-day scenic trip along the South Klondike Highway to Fraser, British Columbia. Upon arrival, you board the world-famous narrow gauge White Pass & Yukon Route Railway. The route travels over the White Pass Summit, offering views from a height of 880m before ending in Skagway, Alaska. Return by motorcoach to Whitehorse to relax for the evening at your hotel.
Day 15: Whitehorse Your self-drive tour ends today.
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Summer Departures Whitehorse & Dawson City Experience 5 nights / 6 days Available on select dates May to September from £739* per person *Price excludes international flights and car-hire Whitehorse and Dawson City were at the heart of the late 19th century northern gold rush. This itinerary reveals the history of these historic frontier centres, as well as the dramatic natural landscapes and incredible wildlife that live in this northern habitat.
Day 4: Dawson City
Depart in the morning on a half-day tour which includes a visit to Claim 33 for gold panning and a visit to Dredge No. 4 National Historic Site.
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Day 6: Whitehorse
After arriving at Whitehorse airport, transfer and check in to your hotel for a two-night stay. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Begin the day with a coach tour of Whitehorse before continuing to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve so see caribou. Elk, mountain goats, moose, bison and other animals. Finish your tour with a visit to the marvellous Takhini Hot Springs before returning to your hotel.
Day 3: Whitehorse to Dawson City Take a scenic 1-hour flight to Dawson City. The rest of the day is free to explore the local area.
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Take a 1-hour scenic flight back to Whitehorse. The rest of the day is free to enjoy your last afternoon and evening in this frontier town.
Your tour ends.
This trip can form part of a longer itinerary. Please contact us and we will be happy to create a bespoke holiday that is personal to you.
Autumn Departures Aurora Klondike Experience 5 nights / 6 days Various departure dates September, October, January, February & March Price from £1,295 per person excluding international flights With a season that stretches from August to April, the Yukon is without doubt one of the best places in the world to view the natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights. During this 5-night tour, enjoy Aurora Borealis viewing excursions in both Whitehorse, the Yukon’s capital city, and the former Goldrush hub of Dawson City.
Day 1: Whitehorse
Day 3 & 4: Dawson City
This morning, board your morning flight to Dawson City and transfer to your hotel. Over the next two days, your guide will take you on several guided tours, including a City and Goldfields Tour, a visit to Dawson City Museum, and a Dawson City Historic Walking Tour. In addition, each night will include a guided Northern Lights Viewing Tour.
Welcome to Whitehorse! At your hotel, your Winter Clothing Package will be waiting for you. Take the remainder of the day to explore the local sights and sounds of this frontier city. In the evening, your Northern Tales Travel Services guide will pick you up at your hotel to venture out under the nightscape to view the dancing waves of colours painted across the sky on your first Aurora Borealis / Northern Lights excursion. Overnight in Whitehorse.
Day 5: Whitehorse
Day 2: Whitehorse
Today your northern experience comes to an end.
A day free at leisure in Whitehorse. Explore this northern city on your own or take an optional dog sledding tour. Enjoy an evening Aurora Borealis viewing excursion.
After a leisurely morning in Dawson City, catch your flight back to Whitehorse. The remainder of the day is free to either further explore the city or enjoy the amenities of your hotel. Overnight in Whitehorse.
Day 6: End of Package
This trip can form part of a longer itinerary. Please contact us and we will be happy to create a bespoke holiday that is personal to you.
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Autumn Departures Mountain Rails & Northern Lights Adventure 11 Nights / 12 Days Available on select dates August to September from £3,299* per person *Price excludes international flights and is based on SilverLeaf service on Rocky Mountaineer This superb holiday incorporates incredible Canadian icons and spectacular sights and is available either west to east or east to west, from mid-August to the end of September. It is an independent tour, so you will have all your flights, hotels and excursions organised for you, but you won’t be travelling as a group with a tour manager.
Take the day to create your own adventure in Jasper! Overnight in Jasper.
Day 1: Arrival in Calgary / Banff
Day 5: Rocky Mountaineer Jasper
Arrive at Calgary’s International airport and board your transfer to the idyllic parkland town of Banff. Check into your hotel and take the rest of the day to explore. Overnight in Banff.
Day 2: Banff
The full day is at leisure to discover what one of Canada’s most famous mountain resort towns has to offer. Overnight in Banff.
Day 3: Banff to Jasper including
Columbia Icefield Excursion
Depart on your full-day sightseeing transfer to Jasper including a stop at the incredible Columbia Icefield along
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the famous Icefields Parkway. Continue to arrive in Jasper late in the afternoon. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 4: Jasper
to Kamloops
Today, board the Rocky Mountaineer train for a spectacular rail excursion from Jasper to Kamloops. This unique daylight service allows you to view some of the most spectacular sights in Western Canada. Upon arrival in Kamloops, disembark for the night. Breakfast and lunch included.
Day 6: Rocky Mountaineer
Kamloops to Vancouver
You will set out on the last leg of your spectacular rail experience today before arriving in Vancouver in the early evening. Overnight in Vancouver. Breakfast and lunch included.
Mountain Rails & Northern Lights Adventure Day 7: Vancouver
Today you embark on a San Francisco-style trolley for a fully commented city tour. Sightsee at your own pace as you hopon and hop-off at many of Vancouver’s premier attractions, parks, gardens, galleries and restaurants. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 8: Vancouver to Whitehorse /
Southern Lakes Resort
Individually transfer to Vancouver International Airport in time to check in for your Air North flight to Whitehorse. Upon arrival, you are transferred by floatplane to Southern Lake Resort. Check into your log-built cabin before venturing out in the evening on your first viewing of the spectacular Northern Lights as they dance in green, blue and scarlet swirls across the sky. Overnight at Southern Lakes Resort.
Day 9: Southern Lakes Resort
Whether accompanying your guide through the local trails to track moose, wild sheep and other large inhabitants of the forest and lake lands, or venturing out on your own, trail map in hand, the magic of the Yukon is yours to discover. Breakfast included. Overnight at Southern Lakes Resort.
Day 10: Southern Lakes Resort
Today why not elevate your adventure with one of the many optional activities available on site such as canoeing, hiking, fishing (season and weather permitting, some at additional cost). Delicious meals and captivating Northern Lights round out your day and evening. Breakfast included. Overnight at Southern Lakes Resort.
Day 11: Southern Lakes Resort / Whitehorse to Vancouver
Bidding your hosts farewell, you are transferred by coach to Whitehorse for your flight to Vancouver. Transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy your last evening. Breakfast included. Overnight in Vancouver.
Day 12: Vancouver
Today your Canadian experience comes to an end as you independently transfer to Vancouver International Airport for your flight home.
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Winter Departures Signature Winter Tour Package at Mount Logan Lodge 3 nights / 4 days Various departure dates September, October, January, February & March Price from £1,059 per person excluding international flights Embark on the perfect tour for those who only have a few days in the Yukon but would like to try it all. Mount Logan Lodge’s Signature Tour allows you to experience some of the north’s most popular activities and excursions. With included winter gear, meals and transfers, all details are taking care of, allowing you to enjoy your perfect northern retreat!
Day 1: Whitehorse to Mount Logan
Lodge
Begin your adventure with a pickup from either your Whitehorse hotel or Whitehorse Airport. Transfer to Mount Logan Lodge and spend the late afternoon enjoying the amenities or trails around the lodge before dinner at 19:00. Later in the evening, embark on your first night of Northern Lights viewing while enjoying some delicious hot chocolate. Lunch, dinner and snacks included. Overnight at Mount Logan Lodge.
Day 2: Mount Logan Lodge
After breakfast, depart on your morning of adventure! Beginning with a thrilling 1-hour ride from the lodge to Park Pine Lake by snowmobile, arrive at a frozen lake and learn the ancient skill of ice fishing. After a couple hours on the ice, journey back to the lodge by snowmobile and enjoy a hot lunch and an afternoon at leisure. In the evening, set out
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for another night of Northern Lights viewing. All meals and snacks included. Overnight at Mount Logan Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 3: Mount Logan Lodge
Today is the day you meet your dog sled team! After breakfast, depart for the kennel to meet your expert musher and guide for the morning. After getting rigged up with the sled, take to the trails to be spellbound by the spectacular scenery of Kluane National Park. Enjoy an included lunch, snack and warm drink during your adventure on the trails. Return to the lodge early afternoon or make an optional stop at a local pub for a taste Yukon beer (at additional cost). At the lodge, the remainder of the afternoon is at leisure, followed by dinner and a final night of Northern Lights viewing. All meals and snacks included. Overnight at Mount Logan Lodge. (B/L/D)
Day 4: Mount Logan Lodge to
Whitehorse
After breakfast, check out of the lodge and depart on your transfer to either Whitehorse, or Whitehorse Airport. (B) This trip can form part of a longer itinerary. Please contact us and we will be happy to create a bespoke holiday that is personal to you.
Winter Departures Lakefront Cabin Stay at Southern Lakes Resort 3 nights / 4 days Daily departure dates November to April Price from £850 per person excluding international flights The Southern Lake Resort lies within the traditional territory of the Carcross / Tagish First Nation and is your home base to explore the rugged beauty and vastness of Yukon’s northern landscape. Enjoy your stay in a private lakefront cabin with included breakfast ad evening meals and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Yukon, one of the world’s last true frontiers.
Day 1: Whitehorse to Southern
Lakes Resort
Check into your private log cabin nestled near the lakeside. After dinner, look to the sky for the incredible Northern Lights.
Day 2 & 3: Southern Lakes Resort
the forest and lake lands or strapping on snowshoes to complement your cold weather gear and trek across the crystalline wonder of a frozen winter world, the magic of the Yukon is yours to discover over the next two days. In the evenings, watch for the Northern Lights.
Day 4: Southern Lakes Resort to
Whitehorse
After breakfast, you depart the lodge for your return shuttle to Whitehorse. This trip can form part of a longer itinerary. Please contact us and we will be happy to create a bespoke holiday that is personal to you.
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Recommended Yukon Lodges From rustic to regal, our clients can enjoy their stay in a cosy Yukon lodge or cabin. Please contact us and we will be happy to advise on the best lodges for your bespoke itinerary. Cranberry Lodge
Northern Lights Resort & Spa
Located north of Whitehorse, Yukon Canada and surrounded by forests, mountains and stunning views, Cranberry Lodge is the perfect retreat for your Yukon adventures and is ideal for adventurers, families and groups seeking a relaxing experience. Close enough to Whitehorse to enjoy diverse dining and cultural experiences yet far enough to witness the spectacular northern lights during winter or the midnight sun during summer.
This wilderness resort is set on 160 acres of private lad, located a 20-minute drive southwest of Whitehorse. Surrounded by forests, fields and mountain ranges, this stunning purpose-built property is your home away from home and offers an escape from the hustle and bustle and demands of everyday life without compromising on the comfort.
Inn on the Lake Inn on the Lake is just half an hour south of Whitehorse on the shores of Marsh Lake. This relaxed and comfortable natural log structure offers a cosy sitting area and sun deck to take in the views of Marsh Lake and beautiful mountains in the horizon. Bikes, canoes, and fishing rods are for rent in the summertime and in the winter, the Inn on the Lake is a splendid place to watch the northern lights.
Dalton Trail Lodge With miles of untouched wilderness, majestic mountains, clear, clean water and a rich variety of animal and plant life, Dalton Trail Lodge is the perfect base to explore Kluane National Park. Fishing, hiking, outdoor adventures, wildlife watching, and canoeing are just a few of the many activities offered by the lodge which is situated just to the south of Haines Junction.
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Southern Lakes Resort Southern Lakes Resort is a stunning, modern resort located directly on Tagish Lake in the middle of the Yukon wilderness. The resort offers a variety of traditional log cabins offering breath-taking views of the lake and the Coast Mountains and is the ideal base to go out and explore the rugged beauty and vastness of Yukon’s northern landscape.
Mount Logan Lodge Mount Logan Lodge in Haines Junction offers a charming stay under the shadow of the highest peak in Canada. Located just outside the Kluane National Park, the lodge showcases a suite of modern comforts and the warm hospitality of its hosts. Choose from comfortable rooms, suites, a rustic cabin, atmospheric yurt and even a summer tipi tent for your Mount Logan accommodation.
Recommended Activities in the Yukon Summer
Winter & Spring
Eagle Canoe or Kayak Trip, Whitehorse
Half-Day Ice Fishing (4 Hours), Whitehorse
This guided Yukon River tour begins in Whitehorse and finishes at the confluence of the Takhini River. This trip is a great option for beginners. Included are certified and knowledgeable guide, canoe or kayak rental, paddles, PFDs, safety equipment, route map, transfer to/from river, snacks and refreshment.
The Yukon have some of the best fishing in Canada and offers visitors the chance to experience the pristine natural environment. The tour includes Guide, transportation, pick up and drop off at downtown hotels, snacks and hot drinks, one day fishing license, fishing rod, tackle, and lures.
Gold Fields & Mine Tour, Dawson City
Snowmobiling (Full or Half Day Tours), Whitehorse
Learn about authentic gold mining operation on GoldBottom or Hunker Creek in the heart of the Klondike! Hear personal experiences and stories about life on the creeks and about historic and modern placer gold mining methods, from staking a claim to selling the gold.
A full or half day snowmobiling tour, provides guests with the opportunity to explore the snow-covered Yukon backcountry under the supervision of a qualified guide. Guests may travel across frozen lakes, through dense spruce forests, or up snow-covered mountains.
Major Peaks of the St. Elias, Haines Junction
Aurora Viewing Tour, Whitehorse
Fly in a ski plane from Kluane Lake and climb over the huge glaciers towards the giant mountains of the St. Elias region. Passengers will also see the world’s largest non-polar icefield on this 1-hour trip.
Head into the Canadian Wilderness and admire one of Mother Nature’s most spectacular light shows. You will travel to a custom-built viewing location with heated yurts and a roaring fire, far from artificial light to experience the majesty of the Aurora Borealis up close.
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Flexible Itineraries and Meticulous Holiday Planning The Discover North America travel specialists are here to take the stress out of the holiday planning process. You can be as involved as you want, and you’re always in control. All of our holidays are tailor-made to your exact needs and tastes, and we will keep tweaking and adapting the itinerary until it exceeds your expectations.
100% Financially Secure Book with confidence and security. As members of ABTA and ATOL, you will have complete peace of mind that all Discover North America holidays carry full financial protection and that every last detail is taken care of - allowing you to see the sights in style and comfort. Call 0800 246 1241 Email booking@discovernorthamerica.co.uk Website www.discovernorthamerica.co.uk DiscoverNorthAmerica.co.uk is operated as an independent GoCruise franchise under licence by Alain Kasteleyn and Steven Donovan. GoCruise is a trading name of Fred Olsen Travel Ltd. Company Reg No: 2287241. GoCruise is a subsidiary of Fred Olsen Travel Ltd. All rights reserved. ATOL 0944