Yukon River | The Classic Canoe trip

Holiday Duration: 19 Nights

"I had an "awesome" holiday"

Just to let you know that my son and I had an "awesome" holiday in Toronto Niagara and Kingston. Your input contributed greatly to the smooth running of our trip. Of particular benefit was the detailed itinerary, invaluable - especially the driving directions which were 100% accurate.

Mrs C Candelier - Travelled to Ontario

Overview

Overview

This classic canoe trip down the Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City is specially tailored for visitors who like to travel far away from tourist routes, following an historic trail. Special canoeing skills are not required.

The expedition travels over 700 kms on the mighty Yukon river, passing many relics of the historic gold rush of 1898 and exploring several abandoned settlements. Camps are set up on the gravel and sand banks of the river where one can enjoy a refreshing bath in the Yukon. Black bears are often seen in the Yukon valley, as are moose, bald eagles, beavers and grizzly bears. The only major interruption to the river’s smooth journey is the Five Finger Rapids, once a problem for the large paddle wheelers. At the confluence of the Yukon and Klondike rivers you find the settlement of Dawson City, the famous gold rush town of the Yukon. You stay two days in Dawson, relax in a fine hotel and relive the history of the gold rush.

NB: This trip can be split in half if you do not have time for the whole thing.

Departures are from beginning of June to end of August. Ask us for dates and a quotation.

Trip Information

Trip Information

Maximum 12 participants per date

Included for 19 day trip:

  • Canoes and camping equipment
  • Overland transportation
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Dawson City
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Whitehorse
  • 2 person tent for 15 nights
  • All meals on canoe trip
  • Airport shuttle in Whitehorse
  • Historic tour in Dawson City
  • Expert guidance on the entire trip

Girls Only!

Girls Only!

Ask us for details of the 12-day canoe trip on the Yukon River which is for women only, led by an expert female guide.

"we managed to see bears and whales"

I just wanted to thank you for organising our Canada holiday for us. We had the most amazing time and have completely fallen in love with the country. The accommodation you booked for us was perfect and everything went extremely smoothly. All of the activities were brilliant and we managed to see bears and whales and many other things. The people of Canada are very friendly and helpful as well. We will definitely be going back at some point in the future.

Mrs Adamson

Itinerary (19 Nights)

Here’s a day-by-day guide to your itinerary. Feel free to ask us to add other days or ideas and excursions by contacting us directly, so we can give you the best price.

Day 1

Fly from the UK to Whitehorse, via Vancouver (where a stopover is recommended), and on...

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Days 2-8

Whitehorse to Yukon River

Today start this exciting canoe tour in Whitehorse and head down the Yukon River. You will...

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Day 8

Yukon River to Carmacks

Carmack is a modern town and this will be last time your route will contact the highway...

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Days 9-17

Carmacks to Yukon River

Head through the Five Finger and Rink Rapids. These are the only real rapids on the...

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Days 17-18

Yukon River to Dawson City

Arrive in Dawson City, the historic gold town and home of many old legends. A...

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Day 19

The van will take you back to Whitehorse via the Klondike Highway. 1 night in...

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Day 20

Transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK or to explore more...

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