Northern Lights of Yukon - 4/5 Days
Explore the great white north.

Discover the Aurora Borealis, commonly known as the Northern Lights, an atmospheric event that colours the sky in a multitude of majestic hues. Located in the pristine and rugged wilderness of the Yukon, the historic city of Whitehorse provides a visually stunning backdrop of mountains and glaciers for this unforgettable adventure. Discover the highlights of the town on a guided sightseeing tour introducing you to the modern and natural developments unique to this remote region, claiming its place in history as a true gold rush town.

Your package also includes 3 or 4 night time opportunities to view the mystifying natural phenomenon of colours set in motion as the solar winds meet with the magnetic fields in the atmosphere. Contemplate the sublime beauty of this fascinating array of reds, blues, greens and violets in this idyllic setting and sip on a hot beverage in a cozy heated cabin or walled tent. Following a truly breathtaking night viewing excursion, unwind in the comfortable surroundings of your hotel. Explore the great white north during the day on optional tours using dogsleds and snowshoes or relax in the cozy hotel after an exhilarating sightseeing flight.

Includes:

Day 1. Arrive Whitehorse.Upon arrival at the airport you are greeted and transferred to you accommodation. Once you have checked in you will receive an orientation describing what to expect during your stay. Tonight is your first chance to view the spectacular light show of the Northern Lights. Departing the hotel in small groups, you will be taken to a prime viewing area and treated to snacks and hot drinks. Contemplate the sublime beauty of this fascinating array of blues, reds, greens and violets in this idyllic setting as you relax in a cozy heated cabin or walled tent.

Day 2-3/3-4. Whitehorse. On the morning of Day 2 you are treated to a tour of the scenic city of Whitehorse, a former gold rush settlement set against a stunning backdrop of mountains and glaciers. Discover the highlights of this town such as Main Street, the Train Depot of White Pass, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, the sternwheeler ss Klondike, fish ladders and schwatka Lake. Each day you are free to relax in the warm comfort of the hotel, or book an optional activity such as dogsledding, ice fishing, flightseeing or snowshoeing. You will have an opportunity to view the Aurora Borealis every evening of your stay. While waiting for the lights to appear, all guests are invited to join in the some memorable Yukon Winter Night games.

Day 4/5. Depart Whitehorse. Today your northern experience comes an end as you check out of your hotel and are transferred to the Whitehorse Airport. Stay longer if you wish

All prices are per person. Taxes are an additional 13%
Black-Out Dates may apply

To book your Northern LightsExperience, call 800.387.1240 or email us .

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