Dawson City: Summer Klondike Experience

Starting from

$*

Price in Canadian Dollars, including fees and taxes.

Discover the artistic and historical charm of Dawson, a hidden gem in the Yukon, located 500 km northwest of Whitehorse. This 6-day adventure delves into Gold Rush history with visits to key attractions, exploration of the stunning Tombstone Territorial Park, a scenic flight over the Ogilvie Mountains, and a cultural experience with the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation.

Itinerary/Overview includes:

  • Return flight to Whitehorse on Air North Yukon's Airline
  • Day 1: Welcome to Whitehorse! Kick off Day 1 with a scenic flight to Whitehorse on Air North! Once there, hop in a shuttle or cab to your centrally located hotel. If you're on just the land tour, you'll meet us in Whitehorse to start your 6-day Yukon adventure. Explore the walkable city along the Yukon River and enjoy dinner at a local favorite like The Wayfarer.
  • Day 2: Fly from Whitehorse to Dawson for stunning northern views. After settling in, join a Parks Canada tour and visit the Danoja Zho Cultural Centre to learn about the town’s rich history. Enjoy exploring Dawson’s charming streets, perfect for photos and discovering hidden gems. Your four days mix guided tours with free time to experience the Gold Rush atmosphere. An afternoon private tour highlights Dawson’s fascinating past.

  • Day 3: Explore the stunning Dempster Highway, a 740 km route from Dawson to Inuvik and the only road crossing the Arctic Circle. Your tour includes a scenic drive into Tombstone Territorial Park, with chances to hike, enjoy breathtaking views, and have a picnic. Fall is perfect for spotting wildlife like Dall’s sheep, caribou, and moose. The highlight is a private one-hour Cessna flight over the Ogilvie Mountains, offering a unforgettable bird’s-eye view of the rugged landscape.
  • Day 4: Experience Indigenous culture in Dawson this morning with a private session with a local artist or a foraging walk with a medicine maker, learning about the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation’s history and efforts to reclaim their traditions. In the afternoon, enjoy free time before visiting the stunning Midnight Dome lookout for 360° views of the Yukon River, Klondike Valley, and Oglivie Mountains. 

  • Day 5: Fly from Dawson to Whitehorse. Afterward, transfer to your downtown hotel by cab or shuttle, and spend your day exploring Whitehorse. Visit the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre to learn about the First Nation culture, or explore Yukon’s history at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre. You can also discover more history at the S.S. Klondike National Historic Site and the MacBride Museum.
  • Day 6: Depart Whitehorse After checking out of your hotel, make your way to the Whitehorse airport via shuttle or taxi for your flight home.

* For those flying from Toronto or Ottawa – enjoy a free day today to explore Whitehorse before flying home tomorrow.

Included:

  • Roundtrip airfare between Vancouver and Whitehorse on Air North
  • 5 nights accommodation at the following properties or similar:
  • 2 nights in Whitehorse at Edgewater Hotel
  • 3 nights in Dawson City at The Downtown
  • Air North Return flights between Whitehorse and Dawson City
  • Airport and tour transport in Dawson City
  • Scheduled City & Goldfields tour
  • Parks Canada Walking Tour or Danoja Zho Cultural Centre Visit
  • Private tour of the Dempster Highway by land & air ( includes: scenic driving, hiking, spectacular viewpoints, a hearty healthy picnic lunch and a one hour scenic flight over the Ogilvie mountains)
  • Private cultural experience with a local Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in artist OR a foraging walk and plant talk with a local medicine maker
  • Applicable taxes

Not Included:

  • Meals
  • Personal Insurance
  • Gratuities

On this 6-day excursion, you’ll experience the history of the Gold Rush as you visit Dawson’s must-see attractions, explore the remoteness of the spectacular Tombstone Territorial Park, soar over the towering spires of the Ogilvie mountains on a private flight and take part in a special cultural experience with the local Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation. You’ll start and end your journey with a stay in Whitehorse to explore the territory’s largest city in all its eclectic glory for a truly unforgettable Yukon experience.

Offered through our partner, Landsby.

Why book with Air North?

Two items of checked baggage included with every fare, per passenger.

Complimentary snacks and light meals on each flight.

Exceptional customer service and support.

About Air North, Yukon’s Airline

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