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Fall Colours and Northern Lights in the Yukon
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6 days / 5 nights
Nights of viewing
4 nights
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Aurora borealis in Canada during the fall
On this exciting five-night vacation, travel from Vancouver to Whitehorse. Whitehorse is the capital of the Yukon territory, one of Canada’s top Northern Lights viewing destinations. During the day, admire the golden trees as you venture outdoors on your style of tour. At night, look up at the sky in search of the aurora.
Four nights of guided Northern Lights viewing
Explore Whitehorse on your style of tour with optional activities each day
Enjoy wildlife viewing and dog carting experiences
Discover the region's Gold Rush history
Top experiences and features
Spend your evenings watching the aurora
See the city highlights of Whitehorse
Photograph wildlife in the Yukon
Take a dip in the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs
Explore mountains, lakes, and the Yukon's desert
Go on a dogcarting adventure
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Arrive in Vancouver
Welcome to our hometown — a famously lovely west coast city, surrounded by mountains and ocean.
Into the north – Vancouver to Whitehorse
Head north to Whitehorse, one of North America's best Northern Lights (aurora borealis) viewing locations. Whitehorse has low precipitation levels — it is practically a desert — which means little cloud cover and maximum viewing time!
Discover Whitehorse
Explore the Yukon's largest city, set on the mighty Yukon river. Learn about the history of Whitehorse, the land and its people. Finish your day by gazing into the dark sky and searching for the aurora borealis.
Outdoor adventures in Whitehorse
Spend the day outdoors and admire the beautiful fall foliage. Later, enjoy another evening of Northern Lights viewing.
Explore the Yukon
Hugged by the banks of the Yukon River, Whitehorse is the perfect base for outdoor adventures. Discover more stunning scenery on your choice of tour.
Return to the West Coast – Whitehorse to Vancouver
Watch the changing landscape as you fly from the Yukon to the West Coast. Your Northern Lights vacation ends upon arrival at Vancouver Airport.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver...
Arrive in Vancouver
Day 2
Into the north – Va...
Into the north – Vancouver to Whitehorse
Day 3
Discover Whitehorse...
Discover Whitehorse
Day 4
Outdoor adventures ...
Outdoor adventures in Whitehorse
Arrive in Vancouver
Welcome to our hometown — a famously lovely west coast city, surrounded by mountains and ocean.
Into the north – Vancouver to Whitehorse
Head north to Whitehorse, one of North America's best Northern Lights (aurora borealis) viewing locations. Whitehorse has low precipitation levels — it is practically a desert — which means little cloud cover and maximum viewing time!
Discover Whitehorse
Explore the Yukon's largest city, set on the mighty Yukon river. Learn about the history of Whitehorse, the land and its people. Finish your day by gazing into the dark sky and searching for the aurora borealis.
Outdoor adventures in Whitehorse
Spend the day outdoors and admire the beautiful fall foliage. Later, enjoy another evening of Northern Lights viewing.
Explore the Yukon
Hugged by the banks of the Yukon River, Whitehorse is the perfect base for outdoor adventures. Discover more stunning scenery on your choice of tour.
Return to the West Coast – Whitehorse to Vancouver
Watch the changing landscape as you fly from the Yukon to the West Coast. Your Northern Lights vacation ends upon arrival at Vancouver Airport.
Prices
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Accommodations
These are examples of the places you can stay on this trip. Please get in touch to discuss your options and to check availability.
Fairmont Vancouver Airport
Located above the US departures terminal, the Fairmont Vancouver Airport is perfect for an overnight stay before or after a flight. The luxury hotel features soundproofed floor-to-ceiling windows, diverse dining options, and an indoor pool and spa.
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
The Best Western Gold Rush Inn is a historic hotel in downtown Whitehorse. Restaurants, museums, and shops are within walking distance.
Personalize this itinerary
Here are some of the most popular ways to personalize this journey.
Stay longer in Vancouver
Vancouver's mild climate, large outdoor spaces and diverse neighbourhoods attract visitors year-round. Add on a couple of extra nights here, so you have time to explore the city.
Start in Alberta
If you'd prefer to visit a different city before heading to the Yukon, you could start your trip in Calgary or Edmonton. The Canadian Rockies are accessible from both cities, too.
Train trip to the Rockies
Combine your Northern Lights vacation with a beautiful train journey from Vancouver to Jasper. Jasper National Park is the largest park in the Canadian Rockies and is full of epic mountain scenery.
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