..................... "...we feel sorry for any inconvenience or trouble made to you during our stay there. Whitehorse is really a wonderland and we really had a great time there although the staying was short and for sure we will go back again someday for summer activities. We love Whitehorse very much and the natural sceneries are very impressive.....the northern lights, wild animals, your way of living.....and etc! "
Evelyn Chan, Taipei, Taiwan .....................  | Aurora & Fall colours: Tombstone hiking. Required participants: Min. 4 / Max. 7 Departure notes: All tours begin and end in Whitehorse Tour Starts: August 16, 2010 Tour Ends: September 6, 2010 Available Departure Dates
Pricingper person | CAD $1875 ( USD $1809) Single supplement (hotels & tent) | CAD $190 ( USD $183) small group supplement group of 3 pers. | CAD $350 ( USD $338) small group supplement group of 2 pers | CAD $1100 ( USD $1061) * Prices per person based on double occupancy, 5% GST extra ** All transactions are in Canadian dollars  Included Services
- All accommodation (3x Hotel and 3x tents)
- All transport by van including driver / guide
- Information meeting
- Guided hikes in Tombstone Territorial Park
- Tombstone Territorial Park fees and licenses
- All equipment such as stove, dishes, tents etc. except for sleeping bag & sleeping pad
- 3 Breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners, including non-alcoholic drinks
- Experienced guide
Trip Description: Some of the most spectacular views in the Yukon are to be found in Tombstone Territorial Park, which is in the traditional territory of the Tr'ondek Hwech'in. The Tombstone range has been referred to as the Patagonia of the Northern Hemisphere and is home to a range of flora and fauna that's found nowhere else in North America. Tombstone Park is a place where people can step into the natural world and experience the awesome beauty of a northern mountain wilderness. Wildlife viewers are rewarded by the diversity of species including large mammals and a unique array of birds. Hikers and photographers are attracted by the colourful tundra, dramatic views, unusual landforms and craggy peaks. We'll greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel in downtown Whitehorse. There is time to stroll along the Yukon River with a possible visit to the Visitor Reception Centre. We warmly recommend a visit to the charming McBride Museum. Later there is an information meeting at the hotel.  Start of our adventure trip to the north: We’ll drive along the famous Alaska- and Klondike Highways and stop en route to take pictures. See the Five Finger Rapids and cross some of the great northern rivers: Yukon River, Pelly and Stewart River are on our route today. Lunch on the way. We’ll arrive in Dawson City (540 km) in late afternoon. Walk around town and admire the many old and beautifully restored buildings from over a century ago. Overnight in the Aurora Inn ^TOP
After breakfast, we're off on the road less traveled! We'll leave the last trappings of civilization behind and head north on the Dempster Highway on our way to the Tombstone campground. Along the way we can enjoy the breathtaking fall colours. We arrive at the campground around lunch time. After we’ve made camp and put up our tents, we head out for our first hike in the park. Be prepared to be amazed! On return we prepare our dinner on the campfire. We'll share a great evening around the campfire under a star-filled sky with stories and songs. If the conditions are right we even can catch a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis (northern lights).  At our campsite we’ll have breakfast and once we’ve finished preparing our lunch, we’ll pack our daypacks and head out for a beautiful, but strenuous day hike, which starts from the Dempster Highway just a few kilometers north of the campground. We take our time to enjoy the stunning views of Mount Monolith and the North Klondike Valley. Later in the afternoon we get back to camp to make dinner preparations and enjoy another pleasant night around the campfire. ^TOP After breakfast we head out to the trailhead of the Monolith lookout trail. At the lookout we’ll enjoy our packed lunch and have time to take in the fabulous views over Grizzly Valley and the Tombstone Range. Then we drive back to the campground for jet another chance to see the Aurora Borealis while enjoying the campfire. After breakfast we'll return to Whitehorse (540km, 340 miles) by van. We'll arrive in Whitehorse in late afternoon where you'll spend the last night at the hotel.
After breakfast you'll take off for your next adventure or your flight back home ^TOPTrip Options: not availble Price: CAD $0.00 (USD $0.00) Excluded:
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Whitehorse and Dawson City
- Sleeping bag and sleeping pad
- 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:
- As some of the hikes can be very demanding, it is imperative you are in good physical condition; you must be able to walk for 4/6 hours a day on rough and steep terrain. As we head into real wilderness there are few maintained trails. Bring sturdy hiking boots.
- During our Tombstone hiking adventure everyone must be able to carry a daypack with your food and drink and extra clothing for the duration of the day hike.
- Make sure you have a sleeping bag suitable for this trip, the nights can be very cold, and the temperature can drop well below zero!
- On this trip there is a possibility that there may be last-minute changes to the itinerary due to the weather, park regulations or other reasons. We'll do our best to provide an alternate program of equivalent importance and value, and of a similar nature.
- On this trip we try to keep the volume of the baggage to a minimum, due to the size of the vehicle. We safely store other belongings in Whitehorse.
- Families with children over 12 years of age are welcome on this tour.
- 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
|