20 days tour

Yukon River: The Classic (Lake Laberge To Dawson City)

Yukon River: The Classic (Lake Laberge To Dawson City)

This tour includes:

Meals

All meals on canoe trip

Guide

Expert guidance on the entire trip

Transport

Overland transportation Airport Shuttle in Whitehorse

Others

Canoes and camping equipment 2 person tents (15 nights) Historic tour in Dawson City

Accommodation

2 nights hotel accommodation in Whitehorse 2 nights hotel accommodation in Dawson City

Not included:

Others

Meals in hotels Fishing license Personal extras Gratuity

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Itinerary of your trip Yukon River: The Classic (Lake Laberge To Dawson City)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Whitehorse
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Whitehorse

      Welcome to Whitehorse! Your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your downtown hotel. In the afternoon there will be time for an orientation, gear check, and a chance to pick up any last-minute supplies. (Overnight accommodation in Whitehorse) 

  • Day 2 Day 2-7: Whitehorse / Yukon River
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2-7: Whitehorse / Yukon River

      Our expedition begins at the Takhini Bridge on the outskirts of Whitehorse. This first day of paddling brings us to 50km-long Lake Laberge, with excellent opportunities for fishing northern pike. Over the next two days we will paddle along the rocky eastern shore, camping near scenic promontories. The river picks up again through the narrow banks and clear water of the โ€œThirty Mileโ€ section, designated a Canadian Heritage River, taking us to the former trading post of Hootalinqua at the confluence with the Teslin River. This is a great section of the river to fish for arctic grayling. Weโ€™ll paddle on past the confluences with the Big Salmon and Little Salmon River, past towering cut banks, bright fields of fireweed, and miles of wild black spruce forest to the town of Carmacks. (Overnight accommodation at wilderness campsites) 

  • Day 3 Day 8: Carmacks
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Carmacks

      Carmacks is a modern community with all amenities, and the last time our route will contact the highway before reaching Dawson City. This rest day is a chance to shop for any forgotten or lost items, grab a hot shower, and do laundry. (Overnight accommodation in Carmacks) 

  • Day 4 Day 9-16: Yukon River
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9-16: Yukon River

      Our first day out of Carmacks brings us through the Five Finger and Rink Rapids. These are the only real rapids on the river, and with the help of your guide youโ€™ll have little trouble navigating the standing waves. High bluffs begin to dominate the scenery beyond as we enter the even quieter, less-travelled northern portion of the river. One highlight of this portion is Fort Selkirk. This former trading post is the oldest in the Territory, and is now a retreat and wilderness camp for citizens of the Selkirk First Nation. With its carefully maintained and restored historic buildings, this quiet village is as close as you can come to paddling back in time. (Overnight accommodation at wilderness campsites) 

  • Day 5 Day 17: Arrival In Dawson City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Arrival In Dawson City

      After more than two weeks on the river, we arrive in the colourful boomtown of Dawson City. The city grew up almost overnight during the Klondike Gold Rush, becoming the largest city west of Winnipeg and north of Seattle. A National Historic Site, many of the false-fronted buildings and historic homes have been restored, so that the town holds on to its turn-of-the-century flavour. During the long days of subarctic summer, Dawson is alive with festivals, live music, and contemporary art. We will spend two nights in a downtown hotel, giving you time to explore the town and surrounding historic sites. (Overnight accommodation in Dawson City) 

  • Day 6 Day 18: Dawson City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Dawson City

      We have a full day to experience Dawson City today. Included in the program is a visit to Gold Bottom Mine. A tour of this working placer mine will introduce you to the history of Dawsonโ€™s famous gold fields, and show you how todayโ€™s family-run mines continue to search for the precious metal. Youโ€™ll have a chance to try your hand at panning your own pay-dirt, too. We may also pay a visit to Bonanza Creek, site of the great gold strike and home of restored Dredge #4. The rest of the day is free to explore the town itself. Depending on the time and the groupโ€™s interest, we may visit the cabins of Jack London and Robert Service, the Dawson City Museum, the Danoja Zho Cultural Centre, or take a walking tour of the townโ€™s many historic sites. We will also take a drive to the top of the Midnight Dome, the mountain that dominates the town, where we can see Dawson City, the gold fields, the distant Ogilvie mountains, and the river we have just travelled spread out in an extraordinary panorama. Weโ€™ll cap it all off with a night on the town and a visit to Dawsonโ€™s famous gambling hall, Diamond Tooth Gertieโ€™s Gambling Hall. (Overnight accommodation in Dawson City). 

  • Day 7 Day 19: Dawson City - Whitehorse
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Dawson City - Whitehorse

      We will return to whitehorse by van, via the Klondike Highway, stopping to revisit the Five Finger Rapids at the scenic overview, before returning to Whitehorse for a last dinner together and another night in a comfortable hotel. (Overnight hotel accommodation in Whitehorse). 

  • Day 8 Day 20: Depart Whitehorse
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Depart Whitehorse

      Ruby Range will provide a transfer to the airport or to your next tour program. (End of tour services)   (This is an expeditionary trip, and changes to the itinerary may be necessary due to weather or other conditions. Any changes are left to the discretion of the guide.) 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 8 / Max: 85

Age range allowed for this experience.

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