Top 20 Experiences in Whitehorse
Arctic Day: Aurora Viewing Tour | evening
As one of the most sought-after Northern experiences, a Yukon vacation is only complete with a viewing of the aurora borealis cascading across the Yukon night sky.
Arctic Day: Yukon Wildlife & Hot Springs Tour | half day
On this half-day tour from Whitehorse, visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in their natural habitat. To cap off a great day, relax at the nearby Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs.
Arctic Day: Kluane National Park Tour | full day
On this scenic tour you will visit the magnificent Kluane National Park, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979. We'll explore the scenic Kathleen Lake and enjoy a short hike at the Rock Glacier which bursts a magnificent view across lakes and mountains surrounding Kluane National Park. In Haines Junction we will visit the Da Kų Cultural Centre to learn more about the rich history of Kluane National Park, which is home to the largest non-polar ice field.
Yukon Aurora Viewing Package | 4 days
On this 4-day (three nights) Best Value Aurora Viewing tour inclusive City Tour, you’ll discover scenic Whitehorse, the Yukon’s capital, surrounded by endless mountains. On three successive evenings, you’ll travel just outside the city centre, but far enough from the city lights to an idyllic Northern Lights viewing location, the AuroraCentre. The evenings will feature relaxing Northern Lights viewing beside a roaring campfire - the perfect way to enjoy a relaxing vacation. Day times are free for optional sightseeing, shopping and touring in and around the capital.
Arctic Day: Yukon Wildlife Half Day Viewing Tour
We will visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in its natural habitat. Dalls sheep, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mule deer, wapiti (elk), woodland caribou, wood bison, musk-ox, moose, arctic fox and even lynx can all be seen on this tour. It's a photographer's and naturalist's dream to see Yukon's wildlife up close and you will be in the front-row to learn about wildlife living year-round in the True North.
KLUANE NATIONAL PARK - Day-Trip from Whitehorse
Our exclusive day trip to Haines Junction and Kluane National Park is a terrific opportunity to explore one of Canada’s most beautiful National Parks first-hand. The tour includes visiting Kathleen Lake, Rock Glacier, DaKu Cultural Centre and Klukshu Village. Please note: Some attractions are only available seasonally and might not be entirely accessible within specified times.
Arctic Day: Carcross & Southern Lakes Hiking Tour | full day
Starting in Whitehorse, we stop first at the beautiful ‘Miles Canyon’ with it’s famous suspension bridge and continue on to the South Klondike Highway where the mountains rise as we approach Carcross and the Southern Lakes region – which is well know as the photographer’s paradies. We visit the smallest desert in the world - the Carcross desert - and we visit Carcross, a charming lakeshore village teeming with First Nations and gold-rush history. On a beginner-level hiking tour on scenic trails we will be overlooking the grand Southern Lakes. This region is nowadays the final stop for the White Pass Railway. Of course we will also admire Emerald Lake, called „Rainbow Lake” from the locals due to its sensational coloration.
Private Yukon Aurora Viewing
PRIVATE Aurora Tours! Escape the crowds, leave the buses behind, and take in the lights with those closest to you. North Country is proud to offer the only private aurora tours in the Yukon Territory. With space for 1-4 people, we will travel by pickup truck out to a clear spot to hopefully catch sight of the elusive Aurora Borealis.
Miles Canyon: a Smartphone Audio Nature Tour
Listen to a nature guide through your smartphone as you hike the incredible Miles Canyon! The tour will take you on the Lower Canyon City Trail to a historic settlement called Canyon City. On this 4 km tour, you'll hear about the Yukon River, the formation of Miles Canyon, local plants & wildlife & some Gold Rush history. Highlights include the views of Grey Mountain, tales of Canyon City, stories of famous Yukoners & more! The tour also comes with a fun location-based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and guess the answer. GPS map shows where you are & where to go next. As you get close, guide commentary will automatically play! Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 17,000+ happy customers. *Not accessible for everyone due to moderately steep sections, roots, etc. Check trail conditions first. Closed October to May.
Caribou Crossing Adventure Tour
Caribou Crossing Tour Vibrant community with ancestral traditions Unique scenery of mountains and lakes “ A Place where Spiritual Journey Begins “ Home to the Carcross/Tagish First Nation. It is 74 km (46 mi) south-southeast by the Alaska Highway and the Klondike Highway from Whitehorse. Bridge to the first people migrating across the Bering Strait land bridge at least 10,000 years ago!
Active Winter Adventure in Yukon | 5 days
Experience five days of winter adventure in the far north. Enjoy snowmobiling, dog sledding, and the breathtaking winter scenery from above with a sightseeing flight. See wildlife up-close at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve and pamper yourself with a dive into the soothing hot water of the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs. This is an eventful winter tour in the Yukon for young and young-at-heart travelers.
Discover Whitehorse with Northern Lights and Yukon Wildlife Tour
On this tour, you’ll discover scenic Whitehorse, the Yukon’s capital; surrounded by endless mountains. On successive evenings, you’ll travel outside the city centre, far enough from the city lights to an idyllic Northern Lights viewing location, the AuroraCentre. The evenings will feature relaxing Northern Lights viewing beside a cozy wood stove or roaring campfire, the perfect way to enjoy your relaxed vacation. You will visit the Wildlife Preserve where you’ll have the opportunity to view and photograph wildlife in its natural habitat. Dalls sheep, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mule deer, wapiti (elk), woodland caribou, wood bison, musk-ox, moose, arctic fox and even lynx can all be seen on this tour. It's a photographer's and naturalist's dream to see Yukon's wildlife up close and you will be in the front-row to learn about wildlife living year-round in the True North. On free days you can choose from optional winter sightseeing, shopping and touring in and around the capital.
4-Day Whitehorse Northern Lights tour with roundtrip tickets from Vancouver
Visit City of Whitehorse to have a chance to witness the beautiful Aurora in a cozy, heated cabin with hot drinks and snacks. Explore downtown Whitehorse to discover the local cultures and you can also take optional tour to visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve and Takhini Hot Springs.
3 Days Tour Fall Color in Yukon from Whitehorse
Experience the real Yukon and lifestyle with the dogs during one of the most spectacular times of the year, on this 3-day guided tour. Fall is the time when the days are still warm and long to enjoy lots of outdoor time and the nights are dark to have a chance to see the Northern Lights dancing in the sky. Learn about our life with over hundred Huskies and be part of the fall training with the dogs. Take in all the amazing fall colors while canoeing on the Takhini River and enjoy some wildlife at the Yukon Wildlife Preserve. Meals are all home cooked in the lodge and you will feel like family. Maximum group size is 8.
Day-Trip To Skagway - Gateway to the Klondike Goldrush
Follow the footsteps of the early prospectors of Klondike Goldrush. Experience a scenic drive from Whitehorse to Skagway, passing Emerald Lake, Carcross Desert, the Village of Carcross and White Pass. Enjoy the spectacular scenery on the way to the Pacific Ocean and listen to the stories from the experienced local tour guide. Please note: Some attractions are only available seasonally and might not be entirely accessible within specified times.
The Best of Yukon City Tour (by car)
Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of The Yukon. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!
4 Day Tour in Aurora Cabin from Whitehorse
Whitehorse is in the center of the auroral belt and has the same auroral viewing conditions as Yellowknife and Alaska. For Yellowknife, Whitehorse has more tour options besides the aurora, which can enrich your aurora viewing trip. One Room Selection If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please provide a separate booking. Avoid traveling in a different bus? If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.
Yukon Gold Experience feat. Emerald Lake & Carcross
Gold! This one word roared across North America in 1896 as hundreds of thousands rushed to the Klondike, dreaming of striking it rich. Now over a century later, that passion lives on as visitors from across the globe continue to trace the footsteps of the world’s greatest Gold Rush. Pan for gold, and learn the true history of the Klondike Gold Rush. With lakes, beaches, the World’s Smallest Desert and the small First Nations community of Carcross along the way, the Yukon Gold Experience shows the true scope the North has to offer.
Yukon Snowshoeing Adventure | half day
On this half-day snowshoeing tour, strap on a pair of lightweight modern snowshoes and experience the rugged backcountry just like the gold miners, trappers and fur traders of days gone by. Drinks and snacks, are included with this experience along with pick-up and drop off to and from your hotel.
Yukon Summer Dream - Active Summer Adventure | 5 days
Experience five days of summer adventure in the far north. We’ll take you hiking, canoeing, show you the breathtaking summer scenery from above with a sightseeing flight. We let you see wildlife upclose at the “Yukon Wildlife Preserve” and pamper you with a dive into the soothing hot water of the Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs.