Highlights of the Yukon Road Trip

Day 1 Whitehorse | Arrival Welcome to the “Land of the Midnight Sun”. Whitehorse is the capital of the Yukon Territory and at 22,000 people is the largest city in Canada’s North. Everything about the Yukon is big, even the log skyscraper in town. After checking in to your hotel, take some time to explore the city and get a feel of what’s in store.

Day 2 Whitehorse | Yukon Wildlife Preserve Time to explore the region and take advantage of all that Whitehorse has to offer. Visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve (included), a unique wildlife viewing property featuring 10 species of northern Canadian mammals in their natural environment. Encompassing over 700 acres with various natural habitats, the Yukon Wildlife Preserve offers unparalleled wildlife viewing and photo opportunities.

Day 3 Whitehorse to Hains Junction | 154 km/96 mi Depart Whitehorse today for an an easy two hour drive along the historic Alaska Highway to Haines Junction. This town is the only thing not huge in Kluane country with a population of 800 residents, which is fewer than the number of grizzly bears in Kluane National Park. The park is home to Canada’s highest peak and the world’s largest non-polar Icefields that lie behind the façade of mountains that provide the town’s spectacular backdrop. For a truly unforgettable experience, take an air tour over the park. From above some of the planet’s largest glaciers, you’ll get a true sense of the scale and magnificence created by nature.

Day 4 – Kluane National Park | 250 km/155 mi Departing Haines Junction today, begin the drive toward Kluane National Park, entering an area known for its mountainous landscapes and expansive wilderness. A recommended stop is the Da Ku Cultural Centre to explore First Nations heritage through exhibits and storytelling. Continue to Kathleen Lake for a recommended visit to its trailheads and views of the surrounding peaks. Further along, visit the Rock Glacier Trail for a short hike with geological features. At Kluane National Park Visitor Centre, learn about the park's ecosystems and history. Return toward Haines Junction, stopping at Dezadeash Lake for its tranquil shoreline before concluding the drive. (Continental Breakfast Included)

Day 5 Haines Junction to Tok | 467 km/290 mi TDeparting Haines Junction, continue driving northwest along the route toward Tok, Alaska. A recommended stop is at the Dezadeash River, known for its significance to the local ecosystems and migratory birds. Further along, visit the Soldier’s Summit, a historical site commemorating the opening of the Alaska Highway. Continue to Koidern, where expansive valleys offer views of local wildlife habitats. A recommended visit is the Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, highlighting the region’s flora and fauna. As the drive continues, cross the international border into Alaska, passing through landscapes with glacier-fed streams before reaching the town of Tok, a key hub for travelers. (Continental Breakfast Included)

Day 6 Tok to Dawson City | 297 km/185 mi The Top of the World Highway (please note this is a partly gravel road) brings you through spectacular backcountry and gold mining areas. When the highway reaches its highest elevation incredible views into far-reaching countryside open up. Before you reach Dawson City, you’ll cross the Yukon River by the government-run ferry. With your arrival in Dawson City you might feel you just landed in a different century. Experience the old Klondike in its well-kept color and fame.

Days 7 - 8 Dawson City | Exploring A full day to visit the various historical sights of Dawson City: SS Keno – the last steamer to run the Yukon River from Whitehorse, the Jack London Interpretive Center with the poets original cabin, the city museum with audiovisual presentations, Dredge #4 – build in 1912 on famous Bonanza Creek, the Grand Palace Theatre – home of the “ Gaslight Follies Show “ and Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Casino with legal gambling tables and “ Can-Can” floor shows. Do not miss the short drive on the Ridge Road to the top of the Midnight Dome with excellent views over Dawson, the Ogilvie Mountains, and the Yukon and Klondike Rivers.

Day 9 Dawson City to Whitehorse | 532 km/333 mi Going south, enjoy the raw beauty of the surrounding landscape. Stopover at the Five Finger Rapids and hike down to the shore of the Yukon River. In late afternoon you will reach Yukon’s capital city, Whitehorse - a city with a unique combination of pioneer values and urban sophistication.

Day 10 Whitehorse | Departure After check-out of your hotel your Yukon Self Drive adventure comes to an end.