Price includes: 3 nights in Vancouver on room only, 2 nights of accommodation in Whitehorse in 3 star hotel, 2 nights at the Boreal Lodge upstairs or downstairs room or detached suite, 2 Breakfasts & 2 Dinners and complimentary sandwich bar for lunch at the Lodge, All transfers as per itinerary including English speaking driver/guide, Airport transfers, introduction, Aurora Borealis viewing and assistance., 2 nights of Aurora Borealis viewing at Northern Tales Viewing Site (including hot drinks and snacks), 2 nights of Aurora Borealis Viewing at the Boreal Lodge (self-guided), Hot Tub at Boréale Ranch, City Tour of Whitehorse
One of the most sought-after Northern experiences, a Yukon winter vacation is only complete with viewing the aurora borealis cascading across the Yukon night sky. A chemical light reaction caused when solar energy interacts with the Earth’s atmosphere, producing dramatic, dancing waves of green light from one horizon to another the Northern Lights have captivated viewers since the beginning of time, as evidence by the many Yukon First Nation legends they’ve inspired.
We invite you to join us on our Aurora viewing tour at our custom built Aurora viewing location, far from the lights of the city, so you can experience the Northern Lights for yourself – and create your own legends.
Day 1
Fly from UK to Vancouver – stay for 3 nights in Vancouver at the Holiday Inn and Suites on room only.
Day 2 and 3
Vancouver at leisure. Surrounded by both the ocean and the mountains, Vancouver is a vibrant city that appears to have it all – natural beauty, an exciting multicultural foodie scene and plenty of opportunities for wild encounters. Stroll along the seawall, explore Gastown or hike up Grouse Mountain for a bird's eye view of the city.
Day 4
Return to the airport for your flight to Whitehorse where you will be met and transferred to your Hotel in downtown Whitehorse. The hotel is located within walking distance of all attractions, restaurants, banks and stores. There will be a meeting and registration for any optional tours you might wish to take. (These could be – half or full day snowmobiling, half day dog sledding, a tour with a naturalist into the Boreal Forest, snow shoeing and trekking, snowbiking tour) Winter clothing can also be rented.
Day 5
At 10.00 am there will be a city tour which lasts about 1.5 hours. At 3:30pm you will be transferred to the Boréale Ranch which is located just 30 minutes from Whitehorse and seconds away from memorable adventures. Situated at the base of the impressive coastal mountains, the Boréale Ranch has plenty of space to soak in the views. After dinner, you are free to relax in your private lodge room or watch the stars around a bonfire, have a cup of coffee and prepare yourself for an amazing night of Aurora viewing.
Day 6
Enjoy morning coffee on your private terrace with looming coastal mountains as your companion. After coffee enjoy a delicious breakfast in the main lodge. Fully nourished and ready to go enjoy one of the optional day time adventures. After another day of enjoying the Yukon winter wonderland meet back at the lodge for happy hour before dinner. Enjoy a hot chocolate around the bonfire while keeping an eye on the clear skies above.
Day 7
Late morning you will be transferred you to your downtown hotel in Whitehorse. At 10pm you will depart for another night of Aurora viewing at the Northern Tales Trading Post. Return to hotel around 2.30am.
Day 8
You will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Vancouver and the UK.
Day 9
Arrive UK.
IT IS POSSIBLE TO ADD AN EXTENSION TO Dawson City TO THIS ITINERARY - PLEASE ASK US FOR DETAILS