Yukon Winter Adventure
5 days
Most enjoyable for those who enjoy regular physical activity.
Reputable accommodation and some easy to moderate physical activities. E.g. a train trip with an activity focus.
Trip Overview |
Map |
Itinerary |
Options |
Accommodation |
This trip is the perfect introduction to exploring the tundra. We thought of the essential activities that would make up the best Tundra vacation packages and our good friends at Northern Tales set up this itinerary.
This package is unique to Fresh Tracks - learn to mush a dog sled team, explore the permafrost on a snowmobile, learn about life in Whitehorse and marvel at the Northern Lights for three evenings at a cozy camp. Then top it all with a sightseeing flight on a float plane specially equipped for arctic duty - all in less than a week.
This package is unique to Fresh Tracks - learn to mush a dog sled team, explore the permafrost on a snowmobile, learn about life in Whitehorse and marvel at the Northern Lights for three evenings at a cozy camp. Then top it all with a sightseeing flight on a float plane specially equipped for arctic duty - all in less than a week.
Outline
Arrive Whitehorse
4 nights Whitehorse
Aurora Viewing
Dog sledding
Snowmobiling
Depart Whitehorse
Arrive Whitehorse
4 nights Whitehorse
Aurora Viewing
Dog sledding
Snowmobiling
Depart Whitehorse
ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive in Whitehorse
You’ll be greeted at the airport and driven to your hotel in downtown Whitehorse where you'll be staying for the duration of this tour. Our Canada vacation packages have you in the most central locations - all stores and sights are within easy walking distance, so you can explore this lively northern town on your own. At 09:30 p.m. you’ll depart for the first night of Aurora viewing. At the cozy trading post, hot drinks and snacks, will make your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable.
Day 2 Whitehorse - Capital of the Yukon Territory
Explore the capital of the Yukon on vacations to northern Canada; during the city tour see the historic station of the White Pass & Yukon Route railroad, an amazing Log Skyscraper, old Log Church and the paddle wheeler SS Klondike. At the Wildlife Preserve on the way to the Takhini Hot Springs you can see most of the wildlife native to the Yukon such as moose, caribou, bison, dall sheep, big horn sheep and musk oxen. Lunch is at Takhini Hot Springs with time for a leisurely swim in the hot waters.
Return to Whitehorse for one of the highlights of your Canada vacation - a 20 minute sightseeing flight over the local area with beautiful views over Lake Labarge and Marsh Lake. At 09.30 p.m. depart for a second night of Aurora viewing, sit around the roaring fire sharing the days memories.
Day 3 Snowmobiling
A unique feature on northern Canada vacation packages, this is the day for your snowmobiling adventure at Fish Lake. Head off across the lake and into some of the most beautiful mountain scenery you’ve ever seen. Lunch is served on the trail; return to Whitehorse in the late afternoon.
Tonight is the last chance to witness natures most spectacular light show, as you enjoy an evening viewing the Northern Lights.
Day 4 Learn to mush a dog sled
Dogsledding is a must on all Canada vacation packages where snow is abundant! Enjoy a full day dog sledding tour along the Takhini River and into the Ibex Valley west of Whitehorse. Receive instructions on the finer points of mushing and safety on the trail before meeting your own team of dogs and off you go! Lunch is served along the trail when both, the mushers and the dogs need a well deserved break.
By late afternoon you'll return to the kennel for a mug of coffee or hot chocolate before saying goodbye to your dog team and heading back to Whitehorse.
Day 5 Depart Whitehorse With Fond Memories
Say goodbye to your new friends and transfer to Whitehorse for your flight home.
Day 1 Arrive in Whitehorse
You’ll be greeted at the airport and driven to your hotel in downtown Whitehorse where you'll be staying for the duration of this tour. Our Canada vacation packages have you in the most central locations - all stores and sights are within easy walking distance, so you can explore this lively northern town on your own. At 09:30 p.m. you’ll depart for the first night of Aurora viewing. At the cozy trading post, hot drinks and snacks, will make your Aurora viewing even more enjoyable.
Day 2 Whitehorse - Capital of the Yukon Territory
Explore the capital of the Yukon on vacations to northern Canada; during the city tour see the historic station of the White Pass & Yukon Route railroad, an amazing Log Skyscraper, old Log Church and the paddle wheeler SS Klondike. At the Wildlife Preserve on the way to the Takhini Hot Springs you can see most of the wildlife native to the Yukon such as moose, caribou, bison, dall sheep, big horn sheep and musk oxen. Lunch is at Takhini Hot Springs with time for a leisurely swim in the hot waters.
Return to Whitehorse for one of the highlights of your Canada vacation - a 20 minute sightseeing flight over the local area with beautiful views over Lake Labarge and Marsh Lake. At 09.30 p.m. depart for a second night of Aurora viewing, sit around the roaring fire sharing the days memories.
Day 3 Snowmobiling
A unique feature on northern Canada vacation packages, this is the day for your snowmobiling adventure at Fish Lake. Head off across the lake and into some of the most beautiful mountain scenery you’ve ever seen. Lunch is served on the trail; return to Whitehorse in the late afternoon.
Tonight is the last chance to witness natures most spectacular light show, as you enjoy an evening viewing the Northern Lights.
Day 4 Learn to mush a dog sled
Dogsledding is a must on all Canada vacation packages where snow is abundant! Enjoy a full day dog sledding tour along the Takhini River and into the Ibex Valley west of Whitehorse. Receive instructions on the finer points of mushing and safety on the trail before meeting your own team of dogs and off you go! Lunch is served along the trail when both, the mushers and the dogs need a well deserved break.
By late afternoon you'll return to the kennel for a mug of coffee or hot chocolate before saying goodbye to your dog team and heading back to Whitehorse.
Day 5 Depart Whitehorse With Fond Memories
Say goodbye to your new friends and transfer to Whitehorse for your flight home.
Options & Upgrades
G
ame Farm & Takhini Hot Springs
W
inter Adventure (Snowshoeing, Dog Sledding, Snow Machine, Surprise Event)
S
nowmobile Driving
D
og Sledding
I
ce Fishing & Snowshoeing
O
ne-hour Flight-seeing Excursion
Add extra nights and tours to the start or end of this trip
- Y
Accommodation
3-star hotel
3-star hotel
Request A Booking |
Dates + Prices |
HIGHLIGHTS
- Spectacular guided northern lights viewing excursions
- 3 nights in Whitehorse - a historic frontier city in Canada's Yukon
- Wildlife viewing
- Dog sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Optional ice fishing
Testimonials
Seeing the aurora is magical... a whole parade of lights appears and makes its way across the sky in front of you, shining brilliantly and dancing around each other. The nights were delightful, and the days were filled with all kinds of fun activities. If you are coming to Canada in the winter, a trip up here is not to be missed!
Request A Booking
Reserving Your Trip Is Easy
-
Call us toll free
1 800 667 4744 (US/Can)
0 800 917 5924 (UK)
1 800 992 872 (Aus.)
Office hours:
M-F, 6am - 6pm Pacific Time.
Sat 10am - 4pm.
A personal trip advisor will help you book your perfect trip.
-
Reserve Online using the form at left.
We will contact you as quickly as we can and you will not be under any obligation until after we have confirmed all details with you.
At that time a US$500 per person deposit is payable and you will be subject to our usual terms and conditions.
Reserve your spot without obligation for 48 hours. Our consultants will contact you to confirm details before you pay a deposit.
Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).
2008 -2009 Package Dates
Tours depart on Saturdays from November 22, 08 to March 21, 09
Other dates are available on request according to group size
Price Notes
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people sharing a room
• Special group rates are available for parties of 4 - 7 people
• Winter Clothing Rental Package
Includes: Winter outerwear pants and inner fleece liner, winter outerwear jacket with inner fleece liner, winter boots (Sorel Glacier or similar), insulated mitts, insulated headgear / cap
For 4 nights: $135 CAD + GST
Includes
• Airport transfers in Whitehorse
• All transportation by van as per itinerary
• 4 night’s accommodation in a downtown hotel
• 4 Breakfasts and 3 Lunches
• 3 nights of guided aurora viewing
• 3 nights of guided aurora viewing
• Admission to Yukon Game Farm
• Admission to Takhini Hot springs
• 20 minute Sightseeing Flight over Whitehorse area
• One day Snowmobile Tour
• One day Dog Mushing Tour
• Knowledgeable and experienced guide for the duration of the tour
• All fees and licenses
Not Included
• Airfare to / from Whitehorse
• Dinners
• Winter clothing (rental package is available, please see above)
• GST
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
Tours depart on Saturdays from November 22, 08 to March 21, 09
Other dates are available on request according to group size
| 5 Day | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 22 - Mar 21 | 2,633 | 2,854 | 2,975 | 3,225 |
• Prices are per person
• Double means two people sharing a room
• Special group rates are available for parties of 4 - 7 people
• Winter Clothing Rental Package
Includes: Winter outerwear pants and inner fleece liner, winter outerwear jacket with inner fleece liner, winter boots (Sorel Glacier or similar), insulated mitts, insulated headgear / cap
For 4 nights: $135 CAD + GST
Includes
• Airport transfers in Whitehorse
• All transportation by van as per itinerary
• 4 night’s accommodation in a downtown hotel
• 4 Breakfasts and 3 Lunches
• 3 nights of guided aurora viewing
• 3 nights of guided aurora viewing
• Admission to Yukon Game Farm
• Admission to Takhini Hot springs
• 20 minute Sightseeing Flight over Whitehorse area
• One day Snowmobile Tour
• One day Dog Mushing Tour
• Knowledgeable and experienced guide for the duration of the tour
• All fees and licenses
Not Included
• Airfare to / from Whitehorse
• Dinners
• Winter clothing (rental package is available, please see above)
• GST
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
