..................... "Hi there! We are back to Taiwan, but our mind are still remained in Whitehorse since we left there.....missing you, the dogs and the masterpiece of mother earth! It's pretty kind of you to accompany us for all the activities and we really appreciate that."
Evelyn Chan, Taipei, Taiwan .....................  | Yukon River & Dawson City Required participants: Min. 4 / Max. 12 Departure notes: All tours begin and end in Whitehorse Tour Starts: June 21, 2008 Tour Ends: August 16, 2008 Available Departure Dates
Tour NYT 04/2008: August 2, 2008 - August 9, 2008
Tour NYT 05/2008: August 16, 2008 - August 23, 2008
PricingPrice | CAD $1825 ( USD $1801) Single room supplement (hotel & tent) | CAD $190 ( USD $188) Combination of tours "Chilkoot Trail" and "Yukon River & Dawson City" Price for 4 – 12 paying participants | CAD $3150 ( USD $3109) Single supplement (hotels & tent) | CAD $360 ( USD $355) * Prices per person based on double occupancy, 5% GST extra ** All transactions are in Canadian dollars  Included Services
- Airport Transfers in Whitehorse
- All transportation by van as per itinerary.
- Canoe tour as per itinerary
- Day trip to Fort Selkirk by motor boat
- Accommodation in hotels, Bed & Breakfasts and tents as per itinerary.
- All meals except for 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners in Whitehorse and Dawson City.
- Admission to Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling and Dance Hall
- Gold panning on an active claim in Dawson City
- All necessary camping and canoeing equipment: canoes, paddles, PFD, watertight drum or dry bag, tent, all dishes, cutlery etc. (except sleeping bag and sleeping pad).
- Local driver and knowledgeable guide for the duration of the journey.
- All fees and licenses
Trip Description: We combine three modes of transportation on this trip to let you experience the best the Yukon has to offer. We'll canoe a section of the historic Yukon River, the route taken by fur traders and thousands of Stampeders to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898. We'll travel by motor boat to historic Selkirk Village and afterwards, we'll drive into the Tombstone Mountains for some of the most spectacular hiking in the north. During our stay in Dawson City, the fabled City of Gold, you'll try your hand at gold panning in an operating placer mine. You'll have the chance to win your grubstake while being entertained by high-kicking can-can dancers in the turn of the century Diamond Tooth Gerties gambling hall. We'll also take in a number of attractions and historic sites in and around Dawson City. We'll greet you at the airport and transfer you to the Hotel in downtown Whitehorse. The rest of the day is at your leisure. We'll drive to Carmacks (180 km), where we'll start our canoe trip down the Yukon River. As we leave Carmacks, you'll practice the essential canoe strokes you'll need on this trip of a lifetime! In the evening we'll set up our first camp on the shore of the river. ^TOP Thanks to the steady current of the Yukon River current, we'll reach our goal with little effort. En route we'll stop to visit historic sites. As we paddle down river, we may meet First Nations people out on the land fishing and hunting. If we're lucky, we may see wildlife: bear, moose, beaver and even wolves inhabit this great land of the midnight sun! Tonight we'll end our canoe trip at Minto where we'll spend another night in our tents.
Today we'll head down river to Fort Selkirk by motor boat. One of the first Hudson's Bay Company Trading Posts in the Yukon it has been restored and preserved for posterity. As we walk through the village, we'll learn about how the trappers, traders and First Nations lived. Upon return to Minto we'll load the waiting van and drive north to the Dempster Highway. We'll spend the night at the Tombstone Camp ground. ^TOP A day hike above tree line leads us into the untouched hinterland of the Tombstone Mountains and offers us great vistas. With some luck we'll see hoary marmots, caribou and certainly many different species of birds. In the evening we'll return to our campsite for a hearty dinner and another night in this awesome wilderness. On our drive to Dawson City we'll enjoy the view from the Midnight Dome and we'll visit the goldfields and Dredge #4.Then we’ll try our luck at panning for the real stuff - gold nuggets! Of course you will not want to miss the excitement of a night's gambling and turn-of-the-century entertainment at Diamond Tooth Gerties! We'll spend the night at a local hotel in the heart of town. ^TOP In the morning, we'll spend more time in town for sightseeing and shopping before we leave Dawson City for our drive back to Whitehorse (540 Km, 335 miles). In the evening we'll arrive in Whitehorse where we'll spend our last night at Hotel. After breakfast, we'll bring you to the airport for your flight home, or you'll take off on your own for the next adventure. ^TOPTrip Options: Combination of tours "Chilkoot Trail" and "Yukon River & Dawson City" Price: CAD $3,150.00 (USD $3,109.37) The first 5 Chilkoot Trail Tours starting on Sunday may be combined with the "Yukon River & Dawson City" Tours. 14 days / 13 nights from / to Whitehorse.
Price for 4 – 12 paying participants / double occupancy
Single supplement (hotels & tent) CAD$ 360.00 + GST per person Excluded:
- Meals and beverage in restaurants in Whitehorse and Dawson City incl. all beverages
- Trip cancellation & medical insurance: We strongly recommend you purchase adequate insurance coverage at the time of booking. Your policy should cover injury, illness or death, trip cancellation, emergency medical, search & rescue, flight accident, travel accident, loss of baggage and personal effects.
^TOPNotes: PREREQUISITES:
- This tour is well suited for the novice paddler. No prior wilderness experience is necessary.
- Families with children over 12 years of age are welcome on this tour.
- This program may be combined with our "Chilkoot Trail Tour". Please ask for detailed information.
- You will be required to sign a "release of claims and waiver of liability form" prior to the departure of this tour.
^TOPThe Aurora Borealis in Canada is without a doubt a phenomenon that nature has so generously bestowed upon us, and thousands of people every year make the trek to the Yukon countryside to see this dazzling display of magical lights. In fact, at Nature Tours of Yukon, our guests by and large come to Whitehorse to take part in a Northern Lights tour that will likely render them speechless. If you would get a thrill out of experiencing the razzle-dazzle of the Aurora Borealis firsthand, we would be just as thrilled to help you plan a customized trip. You may have heard about the Aurora Borealis, or perhaps even seen some captivating pictures of the Northern Lights in books. We assure you that these photos you may have seen can in no way compare to actually viewing the Aurora Borealis in person. The magnetic pull of the dancing lights in the midnight sky will lock your eyes in the upwards position, as you will not want to blink for fear of missing one moment of such exquisite natural beauty. The Northern Lights have been inspiring people around the world for centuries, simply because they are so wondrously captivating and magical, that no man-made display of lights could ever match their twinkling beauty and grace. Lose Yourself in the Aurora Borealis Could you use a little rest and relaxation? Perhaps you could use a little reprieve from the high-tech world we live in for some quiet solitude out in the Canadian Yukon. Imagine sitting in a heated tent surrounded by pristine wilderness, with the Northern Lights being the only illumination around you. If you long for some peace and quiet, let the sparkling lights of the Aurora Borealis transport you to that place in your heart and mind that feels content just being the observer. There is nothing for you to do but simply enjoy the natural fireworks display of the Aurora Borealis. You and your fellow travelers can enjoy some hot chocolate and good conversation, from the comfort of a heated tent or cabin, without any ‘To Do’ lists to worry about or errands to run or people to call. When you take a Northern Lights adventure tour with us, you can check your responsibilities at the door and allow the natural beauty of the landscape to envelop you and intoxicate your senses. |
Nature Tours of Yukon P.O. Box 31187, Whitehorse, Yukon Canada Y1A 5P7 Phone: 867-667-4868 Fax: 867-667-2028 Email:info@naturetoursyukon.com
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