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Itinerary
Day 1 Whitehorse
From the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel located in the centre of Whitehorse.
Overnight stay in Whitehorse at Sternwheeler Hotel.
Day 2 Whitehorse
We start the day with a sightseeing flight above the spectacular winter scenery on a 30 minutes sightseeing flight. During the flight we can enjoy the yukon winter from an angle only few people ever will. Back in Whitehorse we will discover the history of the north on a city-sightseeing tour. Whitehorse has a lot to offer and is home to famous sights like the historic Paddlewheeler SS Klondike or a “Skyscraper” completely made out of logs. Later we drive to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where we can see up close inhabitant game like the Elk, Moose, Caribou, Mountain Goats and Lynx in their natural surrounding. Not far from here we will visit the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs and endulge ourself in the natural hot waters and relax in a breathtaking winter mountain setting. Later that evening you’ll be back on the road again to seek views of the stunning Northern Lights. Relax in sheltered comfort, or under the starry sky beside a warm fire at one of our tailor-made aurora viewing locations.
Overnight stay in Whitehorse at Sternwheeler Hotel.
Day 3 Whitehorse
Strap on your boots and zip up your jackets! Today we combine Yukon’s rich gold rush history with the thrill of mushing with a team of sled dogs in the hands of an expert dog sled guide. Take a ride behind friendly huskies, visit a race check point and learn about dog sledding history, racing and life as a musher. Step back in time at a prospector cabin and enjoy listening to stories about the history of dog sledding from 4000 years ago to today. Later in the evening we set out to the AuroraCentre where we’ll seek the sight of northern lights.
Overnight stay in Whitehorse at Sternwheeler Hotel.
Day 4 Whitehorse
After breakfast we drive into the mountains closeby Whitehorse. After a detailed safety introduction we step on our snowmobiles. With enjoyable speed we’ll pass through the memorable winter scenery of the Yukon and soak up the view of snow covered mountains and lakes with thick layers of ice. With a snowmobile, the journey can be an exhilarating ride up and down magnificent mountains or a relaxing tour through the forest and down historic trails. Tonight is another chance to see the Aurora Borealis as we set out to the AuroraCentre.
Overnight stay in Whitehorse at Sternwheeler Hotel.
Day 5 Whitehorse
Today we will head out for an ice fishing adventure on one of the beautiful lakes in the Whitehorse area. With the help of an ice-auger, we will drill a hole in the ice. The ice on a lake can be from 30 cm to onemeter-thick! Hot drinks will be available to keep us toasty. Take a look around and enjoy the beauty of a winter’s day while waiting for the big catch! If we are lucky and catch a nice trout your guide will fillet it and cook it on the fire. At the end of our day we return to Whitehorse with a record catch of great memories.
Overnight stay in Whitehorse at Sternwheeler Hotel.
Day 6 Whitehorse
On this fun kicksledding tour we will guide you through interesting wilderness routes in the most beautiful scenery in Yukon’s Winterwonderland. You will learn the basics of kicksledding and travel slight elevations on forest trails and on frozen lakes. The Kicksled’s snow and ice rails allow you to ride over snow drifts, across frozen lakes and even fresh powder snow. The Kicksled is very easy to master. The sled is propelled by kicking the ground by foot like a scooter.
Overnight stay in Whitehorse at Sternwheeler Hotel.
Day 7 Whitehorse
Your journey ends today with a transfer back to Whitehorse Airport.
Accommodation
The Sternwheeler Hotel & Conference Centre
Whitehorse
The Sternwheeler Hotel & Conference Centre is the ideal business and social hub, offering 181 rooms and suites, fully renovated event space, and a dynamic onsite restaurant and café. Stay at our full-service hotel to have the best of Whitehorse right outside your door, with a variety of attractions, museums, shops, restaurants, and nightlife venues all within walking distance. When guests arrive at the hotel, they are greeted by a modern yet warm lobby brimming with Old Yukon charm. With the latest weight and aerobic training equipment, our well-equipped exercise center keeps guilt at bay. Guest computer access, airport shuttle service for commercial aircraft passengers, and limited parking are among the complimentary amenities.
