Winter Adventures in the Yukon

This tour offers you the opportunity to experience the beauty of the Yukon up close. From exploring the charming town of Whitehorse to exciting snowmobile and husky tours and fascinating Northern Lights viewing, this trip is an unforgettable adventure in Canada's winter wilderness.

Winter adventure in the Yukon: the itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
After your arrival at the airport in Whitehorse, you will be warmly welcomed and taken to your hotel in the city center, where you will spend the night during your entire stay. Your hotel is close to numerous stores, banks and attractions, which you can easily reach on foot. Take the opportunity to enjoy the lively atmosphere of this northern city as you look forward to your upcoming adventure. In the evening, you can dine on your own at one of the local restaurants before being picked up at 10 pm for your first Northern Lights viewing. Make yourself comfortable in a heated tent or cabin with hot drinks and keep your eyes open! You will be back at your hotel around 2 am, where you can recover from an eventful first day.

Day 2: Exploring Whitehorse and the surrounding area
Today you will get to know the capital of the Yukon and its surroundings and gain a first impression of this fascinating region. During a city tour, you will visit the historic White Pass & Yukon Route train station, the impressive Log Skyscraper, the old Log Church and the famous steamship SS Klondike. You will also visit some residential areas and the visitor center, where you will learn more interesting facts about the region.
In the afternoon you will drive to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, where you will have the opportunity to observe the diverse wildlife of the Yukon, including moose, caribou, bison, Dall sheep and many more. After an exciting day, you will be picked up at the hotel at 10 pm for your second Northern Lights viewing.

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Day 3: Snowmobile tour into the wilderness
On this day, you will set off on a half-day snowmobile tour. A shuttle will take you to Fish Lake, just over half an hour from your hotel. Here you will receive comprehensive instructions on snowmobiling safety and everything you need to know before you set off across the frozen lake and into the majestic mountains of the Yukon. You share a snowmobile in pairs and can take turns driving. Along the way, you will be given snacks and hot drinks to keep you going. Back at the hotel, you can rest a little before heading out again at around 10 pm to watch the Northern Lights.

Day 4: On a dog sled through the Yukon
Another highlight of this trip is the half-day husky tour along the Takhini River or through the snow-covered forests in the Ibex Valley west of Whitehorse. First, you will familiarize yourself with the many huskies and receive important instructions on mushing (= dog sledding) and safety on the trail. You will then be assigned to a team of 4 to 6 dogs, get on a sled in pairs and off you go! You follow perfectly prepared trails while the guides ensure that you are in control of your team at all times. After returning to the husky kennel, you will be provided with snacks and hot drinks before driving back to the hotel. The fourth night of Northern Lights viewing awaits you at 10 pm.

Day 5: Departure
On the last day of your unforgettable journey, you have the option of starting your next adventure in the Yukon or being taken back to the airport for your flight home. Either way, you will leave the Yukon with many memories of this eventful and varied winter journey.

Accommodation:
During this trip you will be accommodated in a simple hotel in Whitehorse. Included is accommodation for two in a double room. If you require a single room, there is a surcharge. You can reach restaurants, banks and all important stores from the hotel. You are mostly responsible for your own meals; you will only receive snacks and hot drinks on the dog sled and snowmobile tour.

Renting winter clothing:
If you would like to hire winter clothing for your stay, please book this in advance. This is the only way to guarantee availability. The winter clothing package consists of lined winter trousers, a lined winter jacket, winter boots, insulated gloves and a winter hat/headgear. The cost is € 140 per person for the entire stay.
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