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Yukon Highlights

From £1213

Excluding Flights

9 Nights

May-Sep

Overview

Venture into a land of untamed wilderness and gold rush legends, where the summer sun lingers late into the night. On this 10-day self-drive journey through the Yukon and Alaska, you’ll experience jaw-dropping scenery, fascinating stories, and unforgettable wildlife. All at a leisurely pace, ensuring you enjoy the very best of the Yukon.

Your route takes you from the hub of Whitehorse to the rugged peaks of Kluane National Park, the remote Alaskan outpost of Tok, and the historic frontier town of Dawson City. Follow iconic routes including the Alaska Highway and the Top of the World Highway, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife, explore heritage landmarks and take in the spectacular northern scenery. Wildlife roams throughout the territory, and you may be lucky enough to spot grizzly bears, moose, caribou and a wide variety of birdlife.

Itinerary

Welcome to the Land of the Midnight Sun! Whitehorse is the capital of the Yukon and the largest city in northern Canada. After picking up your rental car, take some time to get to know the city.

Today you’ll have time to explore Whitehorse and the surrounding area. A visit to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve is included, offering the chance see northern Canadian animals in their natural habitats. Spread over 700 acres, the preserve is home to 10 different species of mammals.

Leave Whitehorse today for an easy two-hour drive along the historic Alaska Highway to Haines Junction. This small town has fewer residents than there are grizzly bears in nearby Kluane National Park! The park is home to Canada’s highest mountain and the largest non-polar icefields in the world, all hidden behind a stunning wall of rugged peaks that form the town’s dramatic backdrop.

Leaving along the Haines Highway, the road climbs from the Chilkat River Valley up to the windswept Chikat Pass. You’ll follow the edge of Tatshenshini-Alsek Provincial Park in British Columbia and Kluane National Park in the Yukon. Together, they form part of the largest stretch of protected wilderness anywhere on Earth and are recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Start your day by driving north along the shores of beautiful Kluane Lake. Make a stop at Sheep Mountain and keep an eye out for Dall sheep gracing alongside the mountain slopes. Then continue your journey along the famous Alaska Highway, passing through endless wilderness on your way to Tok.

The Top of the World Highway (please note this is a partly gravel road) takes you through spectacular backcountry and gold mining areas. As you reach the highest point of the route, you’ll be treated to sweeping views across the wild, open landscape. Before you reach Dawson City, you’ll cross the Yukon River on a government-run ferry. Stepping into Dawson City you might feel like you’ve just travelled back in time. Colourful buildings and gold rush charm, it’s a place where the spirit of the Klondike lives on.

Spend two full days discovering the history of Dawson City. Visit SS Keno, the last steamer to sail the Yukon River from Whitehorse. At the Jack London Interpretive Centre, you can see the poet’s original cabin. Catch the “Gaslight Follies Show” at the Grand Palace Theatre and don’t miss Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Casino, where you’ll find “Can-Can” floor shows. Be sure to take the short drive along the Ridge Road to the top of the Midnight Dome for fantastic views over Dawson, the Ogilvie Mountains, and the Yukon and Klondike Rivers.

Heading south, take in the rugged beauty of the surrounding landscape. Stop at the Five Finger Rapids and hike down to the Yukon River’s edge. Later this afternoon, you’ll arrive back in Whitehorse.

Your Yukon self drive adventure comes to an end.

Make your Canadian adventure unforgettable

Experience more of the Yukon wilderness on our incredible Yukon Hiking Adventure. Stay at the Dalton Trail Lodge, nestled on the edge of Dezadeash Lake near Kluane National Park, the ideal base for exploring the wild beauty of southwest Yukon. Enjoy guided and self-guided hiking, canoeing, biking, fishing, and the comfort of a family-run lodge to return to each evening.

The package is available in 4-8 night options, allowing our Travel Specialists to tailor your holiday to suit you.

Prices & departures

What's Included

  • Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom

  • Car hire including unlimited mileage, 2nd driver, loss damage waiver and third-party liability

  • Admission to the Yukon Wildlife Preserve

  • 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday

  • No surcharge guarantee

  • Full financial protection

From £1213 Excluding Flights

9 Nights

May-Sep

Prices are per person based upon 2 sharing, subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.

Our holiday prices exclude flights. Why? Because we want to offer you the best value, tailored to your needs. Flight prices and offers change daily, so when you’re ready to book, we’ll provide a bespoke quote based on the best options from your local airport. This way, you’ll always get the best prices and the flexibility to choose what works best for you.

Make this trip yours

Every trip you see here can be adapted to suit you using inside-out knowledge to create one-off experiences created just for you.

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We create holidays that are as individual as you are. And we’ve been doing it for 40 years, crafting each and every holiday using our in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for our destinations. Whatever your brief, we’ll create an amazing trip for you to get excited about. That might mean adapting one of our existing itineraries or we’ll build you one from scratch. 

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