Great Whitehorse 8-Day Tour

Overview

Come and visit Whitehorse, to get the taste of wild, adventurous and unique experiences that make your trip memorable. Throughout the trip, you can hike or bike on this incredible mountain trails, paddle on stunning rivers and journey to Yukon’s iconic highways for amazing scenic vistas and opportunities to view wildlife. There are also local museums and First National cultural centers waiting for you to uncover the facinating Klondike Gold Rush history and rich Indigenous heritage. . Of course, you will get to tryout the authentic local restaurants, exceptional shops, excellent hotels and services, and seasonal craft market. Wherever you go in this vast territory, you will encounter unparalleled scenic beauty and unique experiences found nowhere else in the world. Enjoy your trip!

Price: CAD$ 3,750/Person

What’s included:
Accommodations, Airport transfer, Airfare (round-trip: Vancouver to Whitehorse), BC Ferry, Butchart Garden admission, Professional tour guide and driver throughout, Luxury charter services with air-conditioned

What’s not included:
5 %GST, Airfare (round-trip: Origin to Vancouver), Meals, Travel insurance, Gratuity ($10/person/day)

Itinerary:

Day 1- A Welcome Victoria

Intro:
Victoria is the capital city of British Columbia, and is also known as The Garden City of Canada. When you arrive in this exquisite place you will quickly realize that you are surrounded by the spectacular gardens, parks and flowers that await you in the city. Everywhere you go, you will see either beautiful ocean or stunning mountain views.

Accommodation

The Fairmont Express/ Hotel Grand Pacific/Same class

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: On Own
• Lunch: BC Ferry
• Dinner: Western Food

Day 2- Make the Leap

Intro: 
Time to hit your unparalleled journey to Whitehorse. In the early morning, you will be taking the domestic flight from Vancouver international airport (YVR) to Whitehorse international airport (YXY).With our guide, we can stroll Whitehorse downtown, shopping at Main street, purchasing some groceries, and what is more, pick up your passion in arctic Yukon. At night, watching the northern light at a cozy, heated, private cabin will make your tour even more enjoyable.

Accommodation

Whitehorse Cabins & Cottages/Days Inn Whitehorse/Westmark Whitehorse Hotel/Best Western Gold Rush Inn/ Same class

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: Hotel
• Lunch: Chinese Cuisine
• Dinner: Japanese Cuisine or Airplane meals (CAD$ 20)

Day 3-Trip to Nature’s Light Show

Intro:
Venture into the “world’s smallest desert.” Explore the dunes and fascinating ecology of Carcross Desert. Stop at Emerald (Blue Lake) to see the stunning hue. Look into the scenic railway of the world that was built in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush. Visit the most natural mineral hot springs! The pool is clean and odourless. Enjoy a relaxing dip in Takhini hot springs. You might want to Squeeze in a nap to prepare for another night watching for the northern lights.

Accommodation

Whitehorse Cabins & Cottages/Days Inn Whitehorse/Westmark Whitehorse Hotel/Best Western Gold Rush Inn/Same class

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: Hotel
• Lunch: On Own
• Dinner: Canadian Food

Day 4- Explore Wilderness

Intro:

Take a tour at Wildlife Preserve. It is rare to view 13 pieced of Yukon wildlife in larger natural habitats. Go back to the last ice age, and look into the history of Beringia, you will learn how they escape glaciation and become a refuge for plants, large animals like the woolly mammoth and steppe bison, and the first peoples of North America. At night, aurora viewing in exclusive on-site, and look for the magical northern lights. 

Accommodation

Whitehorse Cabins & Cottages/Days Inn Whitehorse/Westmark Whitehorse Hotel/Best Western Gold Rush Inn/Same class

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: Hotel
• Lunch: On Own
• Dinner: Yukon Food

Day 5- Something Historical, Something New

Intro:
Discover the carefully restored S.S. Klondike. The highlight attraction here is an eye-catching landmark that sits on the bank of the Yukon River. Head to downtown to get to know more about the culture of Yukon, and also shop for souvenirs. At night, you will take domestic flight back to YVR. 

Accommodation

River Rock Casino Resort/Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel /Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel/Same class

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: Hotel
• Lunch: On Own
• Dinner: Chinese Cuisine

Day 6- Day Trip to Vancouver

Intro:

Take a Vancouver city tour. The beauty of Vancouver is surrounded by water and mountains and its nature gives residents a love of the environment, a laid-back charm and friendliness, the city has upscale shopping, fabulous restaurants and a happening nightlife.

Accommodation

River Rock Casino Resort/Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel /Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel/Same class

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: Hotel
• Lunch: Dim Sum
• Dinner: Greek Cuisine

Day 7- Say Goodbye to the Journey

Intro:
After your breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel. On the way, pass by Fraser River, beautiful Richmond, and then reach YVR. Although the journey has come to an end, the memory remains.

Accommodation

Plane

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: Hotel
• Lunch: On Own
• Dinner: On Own

Day 8- Home Sweet Home!

Intro:

Arrive in Germany 

Accommodation

Home

Meals recommendation:

• Breakfast: On Own
• Lunch: On Own
• Dinner: On Own