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Hotel in Whitehorse
Stay in downtown Whitehorse in a modern luxury hotel. While you’re not out exploring the city or viewing the Northern Lights, you can soak in the rooftop hot tub.
Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour
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Highlights
Watch the skies light up in Canada’s majestic north
Canada’s Yukon holds more magic than people realize, especially during the winter. Outside of Whitehorse are prime locations to view the northern lights, and this tour leads you right to them. You’ll embark on nightly excursions to huddle around a bonfire and find the darkest spots to gaze at the magical light show. During the day, you can customize as you please with guided snowshoeing tours, sightseeing, or exploring the nearby frozen lakes. This tour included a guided tour through the Yukon Wildlife Reserve, giving you plenty of time to appreciate the remote, unspoiled nature and all its inhabitants.
The Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour is set as a 3-day adventure, but you can add extra days up to five. Seeing Northern Lights isn’t guaranteed, but at this time of the year each additional day increases your chance.
You may want to extend just to stay in the hotel for extra time! You’ll be well taken care of and super comfortable in a luxury downtown hotel—and a major bonus, it has a rooftop hot tub! If you’ve dreamt of seeing the aurora borealis, this tour is your ticket to checking it off your list!
Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Whitehorse
Landing at the Whitehorse airport, you’ll be picked up and taken to your hotel. Here, you’ll get a quick orientation and you’ll have a chance to customize your tour, choosing from various activities and renting the appropriate gear.
After you’ve had a chance to relax, you’ll meet your guide around 10 pm and head out to a local spot and get your first glimpse of the magical aurora borealis light show.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Whitehorse
- Meals
- None
Day 2 Snowshoeing and Wildlife Watching
Wake up whenever you feel like it and enjoy the morning at your leisure. At noon, you’ll begin a guided snowshoeing adventure, followed by a guided tour through the Yukon Wildlife Preserve. Keep your eyes peeled for elk, moose, and arctic fox. Back at the hotel, you’ll have some downtime—you can choose to explore Whitehorse or socialize with the group over dinner. Around 10 pm, you’ll set out for another magnificent night under the surreal skies filled with the northern lights.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Whitehorse
- Meals
- None
Day 3 Departure (See Below for Additional Days)
Relax in the morning to recuperate from late nights gazing at the sky. Bid farewell to your gorgeous hotel and new friends, and get an airport transfer when you’re ready to leave for your flight.
If you want to extend this tour to 4 or 5 days, please see below for additional day details.
- Overnight Location
- None
- Meals
- None
Optional Day 4, 5 Optional Excursions and Nightly Northern Lights Viewing
Every additional night gives you a better chance of seeing the magnificent Northern Lights. You can choose which excursions to participate in on your additional days, including exploring nearby frozen lakes, ice finishing, dog sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and seeing popular Whitehorse attractions. One activity takes you to Carcross, the famous endpoint of the Chilkoot Trail, where the gold rush had a heyday over a century back.
Each night, you’ll be treated to the wondrous light show that the northern sky puts on. You’ll also huddle around a bonfire, a great opportunity to share the highlights of this trip.
- Overnight Location
- Hotel in Whitehorse
- Meals
- None
Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour Price and Dates
This partially-guided tour in Whitehorse is available as a fixed departure tour or a custom tour and the price depends on which kind of tour you book. Note that for custom tours, you’ll need to submit your information for a quote based on your group size and desired activities. For the fixed departure tours, the listed price is a base price. Additional activities or days will increase the price.
Private Partially-Guided Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour
Prices below are per person for a 3-day tour, sharing a double or a triple room:
- Price per person for groups of 8+: $895USD
- Each additional day: $350USD per person
Join a Group on the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour
Please note that there are no group tours scheduled for 2023 season.
Accommodation on the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour
This tour is based in a 3.5-star luxury hotel. Rooms are double occupancy and single travellers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
You can pay a supplement of $350USD/night to have a private room in a hotel while travelling with your group.
Hotels on Standard Tour
What’s included in the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour?
Meals
Meals are not included on this tour. Snacks and hot beverages are included during certain activities.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 2 nights is included. If you add additional days, further accommodation costs are included in that fee.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for you and your luggage is included during excursions on the tour. Airport transfers are also included. You will be picked up and dropped off at Whitehorse International Airport (YXY).
Also Included
- Nightly northern lights excursions
- Guided wildlife tour at Yukon Wildlife Preserve
- Daily guided snowshoeing adventures
- Daily guided sightseeing tours
- 1–2 expert local guides
- Hot beverages and snacks during northern lights and snowshoe activities
Not included
- Personal meals and alcohol
- Personal transportation during free time
- Flights to and from Whitehorse (YXY)
- Trip cancellation/medical insurance
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Anything not listed in “included”
- GST (5%)
Optional Extras
- Extra nights: $350USD per person per night
- Additional activities
- Single room upgrade
Frequenty Asked Questions about Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour
How hard is the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour?
We rate this tour as a 2/5. This is primarily a sightseeing tour, but you should have a decent fitness level for snowshoeing and hiking. You should be comfortable staying in a cold environment.
Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour?
Meals are not included on this tour. Snacks and hot beverages are included during certain activities.
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover all included activities. Get your Travel Insurance.
How do I get to Whitehorse to start this tour?
You can reach Whitehorse by flying into Whitehorse International Airport (YXY). You will be picked up from the airport at the start of the tour.
Is the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour in English?
Yes, all the guides are English-speaking.
What additional activities can I do?
You can customize your tour by choosing excursions including ice fishing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, and more. Some activities may incur additional fees.
Where does the Yukon Ultimate Northern Lights Tour end?
The tour ends in Whitehorse with a drop-off at the Whitehorse International Airport (YXY).
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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I'm not a big fan of traveling because of my fear of flying, but my girlfriend convinced me to go on the Aurora Borealis Tour in the Yukon. I will never forget the mesmerizing northern lights. Such a romantic (and cold) getaway. I would highly recommend it.
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We rate this tour as a 2/5. This is primarily a sightseeing tour, but you should have a decent fitness level for snowshoeing and hiking. You should be comfortable staying in a cold environment.
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