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Canada - Discover Yukon and Northwest Territories
Canada - Discover Yukon and Northwest Territories
Duration
15 days
Start/End
Whitehorse/Yellowknife
Tour type
Group
Level
Easy
Accommodation
Hotel (mid-range)
Overview
With a German-speaking guide you drive from Whitehorse along the Alaska Highway through the northern Rockies, soak in Liard Hot Springs, visit Fort Simpson at the gateway to Nahanni National Park, Twin Falls Gorge and Great Slave Lake, and end in Yellowknife. Hotel nights, short hikes and bison by the roadside.
Where the wilderness begins right at the roadside: On this two-week round trip in a Maxivan, you travel from Whitehorse in the Yukon to Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories – with German-speaking tour guides and comfortable hotel nights. After a detour to the gold rush town of Skagway, you follow the Alaska Highway through the northern Rocky Mountains. At Muncho Lake, you hike on mountain trails, and at Liard Hot Springs, you can relax in the warm spring water. Bison, elk, and black bears often cross your path here. In the Northwest Territories, the legendary waterfall route awaits, featuring Lady Evelyn, Alexandra, and Louise Falls. From Fort Simpson, you can optionally fly to the mighty Virginia Falls in Nahanni National Park, before the grand finale at Great Slave Lake and Yellowknife.
Tour Code
Tour language
GermanItinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Whitehorse
Hotel
Transfer to your hotel and meet your tour guide, who will tell you about your upcoming adventure. You can spend the rest of the day strolling through the small town along the Yukon River. In the evening, we'll welcome you with a welcome dinner, and you'll meet the other tour participants.
Arrival in Whitehorse
Day 1
Hotel
Transfer to your hotel and meet your tour guide, who will tell you about your upcoming adventure. You can spend the rest of the day strolling through the small town along the Yukon River. In the evening, we'll welcome you with a welcome dinner, and you'll meet the other tour participants.
Day 2
Day trip to Skagway
Hotel
A day trip including a visit to the old coastal gold rush town of Skagway. The journey takes you south along the Klondike Highway. Scenic attractions invite you to make short stops along the way. For example, at the Carcross Desert – the smallest desert in the world – and of course, you'll also be able to admire Emerald Lake. Locals have nicknamed this lake Rainbow Lake because of its sensational water color. There is also the option of taking a spectacular train ride over the infamous White Pass (optional).
Day trip to Skagway
Day 2
Hotel
A day trip including a visit to the old coastal gold rush town of Skagway. The journey takes you south along the Klondike Highway. Scenic attractions invite you to make short stops along the way. For example, at the Carcross Desert – the smallest desert in the world – and of course, you'll also be able to admire Emerald Lake. Locals have nicknamed this lake Rainbow Lake because of its sensational water color. There is also the option of taking a spectacular train ride over the infamous White Pass (optional).
Day 3
Whitehorse – Watson Lake
Hotel
Today we'll visit, among other things, the faithfully restored paddle steamer SS Klondike and be transported back to the time of the first gold rush. During our tour of Whitehorse, we'll see many more interesting relics from bygone days. Our adventure begins this afternoon with the drive towards Yellowknife. We'll travel along the Alaska Highway, past Marsh Lake, through Teslin, over the Nisutlin Bay Bridge, and across the longest bridge on the Alaska Highway. Along the way, you'll learn a lot about this legendary structure, the Alaska Highway. In Watson Lake in the evening there is the opportunity to go to the Northern Lights Space and Science Centre and watch one of the magnificent Northern Lights shows.
Whitehorse – Watson Lake
Day 3
Hotel
Today we'll visit, among other things, the faithfully restored paddle steamer SS Klondike and be transported back to the time of the first gold rush. During our tour of Whitehorse, we'll see many more interesting relics from bygone days. Our adventure begins this afternoon with the drive towards Yellowknife. We'll travel along the Alaska Highway, past Marsh Lake, through Teslin, over the Nisutlin Bay Bridge, and across the longest bridge on the Alaska Highway. Along the way, you'll learn a lot about this legendary structure, the Alaska Highway. In Watson Lake in the evening there is the opportunity to go to the Northern Lights Space and Science Centre and watch one of the magnificent Northern Lights shows.
Days 4–5
Muncho Lake Provincial Park
Hotel
Watson Lake is known for its sign forest, which now comprises around 50,000 street, town, and other signs from all over the world. If you have one in your suitcase, you can add it to the forest. The journey continues into the heart of Canada's northern Rocky Mountains. A rich array of wildlife awaits you there. Discover the "Serengeti of the North," the Muskwa-Kechika Wildlife Refuge. Hike on mountain trails in Muncho Lake Provincial Park. In addition, there is the option of visiting the nearby Liard Hot Springs, arguably the most beautiful hot springs in Canada, in the evening. Today we'll do some hiking in the beautiful Provincial Park. Anyone who wants to can spend a few hours canoeing on Muncho Lake. A great opportunity to relax in peace and quiet amidst nature.
Muncho Lake Provincial Park
Days 4–5
Hotel
Watson Lake is known for its sign forest, which now comprises around 50,000 street, town, and other signs from all over the world. If you have one in your suitcase, you can add it to the forest. The journey continues into the heart of Canada's northern Rocky Mountains. A rich array of wildlife awaits you there. Discover the "Serengeti of the North," the Muskwa-Kechika Wildlife Refuge. Hike on mountain trails in Muncho Lake Provincial Park. In addition, there is the option of visiting the nearby Liard Hot Springs, arguably the most beautiful hot springs in Canada, in the evening. Today we'll do some hiking in the beautiful Provincial Park. Anyone who wants to can spend a few hours canoeing on Muncho Lake. A great opportunity to relax in peace and quiet amidst nature.
Day 6
Muncho Lake – Fort Nelson
Hotel
Today's journey takes us to Fort Nelson. This former fur trading center is now primarily dedicated to the timber and gas industries. Along the way, it will be nearly impossible not to see wildlife: the almost uninhabited northeast of British Columbia is home to mountain goats, bison, moose, caribou, deer, as well as wolves, coyotes, foxes, grizzly bears, black bears, and lynx. Take your time to photograph them along the way.
Muncho Lake – Fort Nelson
Day 6
Hotel
Today's journey takes us to Fort Nelson. This former fur trading center is now primarily dedicated to the timber and gas industries. Along the way, it will be nearly impossible not to see wildlife: the almost uninhabited northeast of British Columbia is home to mountain goats, bison, moose, caribou, deer, as well as wolves, coyotes, foxes, grizzly bears, black bears, and lynx. Take your time to photograph them along the way.
Day 7
Fort Nelson – Fort Simpson
Hotel
From Fort Nelson, we drive north along the Liard Highway. This all-weather dirt road promises impressive panoramic views of the Nahanni Mountains and the Liard River, especially within the Blackstone Territorial Park. Welcome to the Northwest Territories. We've barely arrived in the Northwest Territories when we pass Fort Liard. This community of log cabins lies in one of the oldest continuously inhabited areas of the North. The birchbark baskets made here, decorated with traditional Dene Indian patterns, are famous throughout the North. With 1,200 inhabitants, Fort Simpson, situated at the confluence of the Liard and Mackenzie Rivers, is the largest town in the region and the starting point for tours into Nahanni National Park. Visit the visitor center to inquire about tours in the park. As the tours are heavily dependent on the weather, we will spend three nights in Fort Simpson.
Fort Nelson – Fort Simpson
Day 7
Hotel
From Fort Nelson, we drive north along the Liard Highway. This all-weather dirt road promises impressive panoramic views of the Nahanni Mountains and the Liard River, especially within the Blackstone Territorial Park. Welcome to the Northwest Territories. We've barely arrived in the Northwest Territories when we pass Fort Liard. This community of log cabins lies in one of the oldest continuously inhabited areas of the North. The birchbark baskets made here, decorated with traditional Dene Indian patterns, are famous throughout the North. With 1,200 inhabitants, Fort Simpson, situated at the confluence of the Liard and Mackenzie Rivers, is the largest town in the region and the starting point for tours into Nahanni National Park. Visit the visitor center to inquire about tours in the park. As the tours are heavily dependent on the weather, we will spend three nights in Fort Simpson.
Days 8–9
Fort Simpson and Nahanni
Hotel
On one of your two days in Fort Simpson, you have the option of taking a small plane to Nahanni National Park and landing directly above the breathtaking Virginia Falls (optional). During the flight, you'll be constantly amazed by the magnificent scenery. We spent the next day exploring Fort Simpson. There were opportunities to take a jet boat ride on the Mackenzie River, paddle through the park on the South Nahanni or Flat River, or go for a short hike. The numerous mountains and canyons offered fantastic hiking trails that rewarded visitors with breathtaking views.
Fort Simpson and Nahanni
Days 8–9
Hotel
On one of your two days in Fort Simpson, you have the option of taking a small plane to Nahanni National Park and landing directly above the breathtaking Virginia Falls (optional). During the flight, you'll be constantly amazed by the magnificent scenery. We spent the next day exploring Fort Simpson. There were opportunities to take a jet boat ride on the Mackenzie River, paddle through the park on the South Nahanni or Flat River, or go for a short hike. The numerous mountains and canyons offered fantastic hiking trails that rewarded visitors with breathtaking views.
Day 10
Fort Simpson – Hay River
Hotel
After breakfast, we'll depart for Hay River. En route, we'll make a detour to Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park – an absolute must-see for every visitor! A short hike will take us to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking Sambaa Deh Falls and Coral Falls before we continue our journey. Another stop will be at Lady Evelyn Falls, also known as McNallie Creek Falls – a picnic spot with picturesque views. We'll end our day in Hay River. From here, numerous tours to Great Slave Lake are available. Hay River is also world-famous for the television show "Ice Pilots," and with a bit of luck, you might even see one of the Buffalo Air planes in action.
Fort Simpson – Hay River
Day 10
Hotel
After breakfast, we'll depart for Hay River. En route, we'll make a detour to Sambaa Deh Falls Territorial Park – an absolute must-see for every visitor! A short hike will take us to a spectacular viewpoint overlooking Sambaa Deh Falls and Coral Falls before we continue our journey. Another stop will be at Lady Evelyn Falls, also known as McNallie Creek Falls – a picnic spot with picturesque views. We'll end our day in Hay River. From here, numerous tours to Great Slave Lake are available. Hay River is also world-famous for the television show "Ice Pilots," and with a bit of luck, you might even see one of the Buffalo Air planes in action.
Day 11
Twin Falls Gorge
Hotel
approx. 2 km
Today we're taking a trip to Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park and enjoying the 2 km hike between Alexandra and Louise Falls. These unique waterfalls have carved their way through 400-million-year-old rock and are the pride of the Dene First Nations. They call Alexandra Falls "Hatto deh Naili," which means "Sacred Place of Power." With a bit of luck, we might also spot some wildlife: bears, lynx, foxes, wolves, and perhaps even moose.
Twin Falls Gorge
Day 11
Hotel
approx. 2 km
Today we're taking a trip to Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park and enjoying the 2 km hike between Alexandra and Louise Falls. These unique waterfalls have carved their way through 400-million-year-old rock and are the pride of the Dene First Nations. They call Alexandra Falls "Hatto deh Naili," which means "Sacred Place of Power." With a bit of luck, we might also spot some wildlife: bears, lynx, foxes, wolves, and perhaps even moose.
Day 12
Great Slave Lake – Fort Providence
Hotel
2-hour boat tour
In the morning, we'll take a short fishing boat trip on Great Slave Lake. In the afternoon, we'll drive to Fort Providence. The local craft shop offers a wide selection of woven goods made from moose hair. With a bit of luck, we might even get a chance to see the Northern Lights.
Great Slave Lake – Fort Providence
Day 12
Hotel
2-hour boat tour
In the morning, we'll take a short fishing boat trip on Great Slave Lake. In the afternoon, we'll drive to Fort Providence. The local craft shop offers a wide selection of woven goods made from moose hair. With a bit of luck, we might even get a chance to see the Northern Lights.
Day 13
Fort Providence – Yellowknife
Hotel
The drive to Yellowknife takes you through the Mackenzie Bison Sanctuary, a protected area for bison. Watch out for wildlife on and beside the road. Along the way, a picnic lunch at Chan Lake is a great option – a picturesque spot to eat and enjoy the scenery. Yellowknife is not only the capital of the Northwest Territories, but also known worldwide as the Diamond Capital. This small city with the amenities of a major metropolis is home to residents from more than 90 different nations. Once founded on the wealth of gold mines, diamonds now provide a certain sparkle. There's plenty to see and even more to do! Canoeing, hiking, fishing, golfing, and swimming. We'll visit the Prince of Wales Cultural Centre and/or the igloo-shaped Parliament Buildings.
Fort Providence – Yellowknife
Day 13
Hotel
The drive to Yellowknife takes you through the Mackenzie Bison Sanctuary, a protected area for bison. Watch out for wildlife on and beside the road. Along the way, a picnic lunch at Chan Lake is a great option – a picturesque spot to eat and enjoy the scenery. Yellowknife is not only the capital of the Northwest Territories, but also known worldwide as the Diamond Capital. This small city with the amenities of a major metropolis is home to residents from more than 90 different nations. Once founded on the wealth of gold mines, diamonds now provide a certain sparkle. There's plenty to see and even more to do! Canoeing, hiking, fishing, golfing, and swimming. We'll visit the Prince of Wales Cultural Centre and/or the igloo-shaped Parliament Buildings.
Day 14
Ingraham Trail
Hotel
We'll hike the Ingraham Trail and visit Cameron Falls, the last waterfalls on our tour. Hiking, canoeing, or boat trips on Prelude Lake are all tempting options along the route. We'll stop here for a picnic. In winter, the Ingraham Trail is the starting point for one of the famous "Ice Roads" featured in the TV series Ice Road Truckers. An evening visit to a bar in Yellowknife will round off a wonderful and unforgettable vacation.
Ingraham Trail
Day 14
Hotel
We'll hike the Ingraham Trail and visit Cameron Falls, the last waterfalls on our tour. Hiking, canoeing, or boat trips on Prelude Lake are all tempting options along the route. We'll stop here for a picnic. In winter, the Ingraham Trail is the starting point for one of the famous "Ice Roads" featured in the TV series Ice Road Truckers. An evening visit to a bar in Yellowknife will round off a wonderful and unforgettable vacation.
Day 15
Departure from Yellowknife
Today it's time to say goodbye. Your tour guide will take you to the airport in Yellowknife and bid you farewell.
Departure from Yellowknife
Day 15
Today it's time to say goodbye. Your tour guide will take you to the airport in Yellowknife and bid you farewell.
Services
What's included
14 nights in mid-range hotels (double room)
2 dinners (welcome and farewell dinners) and 3 picnics
Airport transfers in Whitehorse and Yellowknife
German-speaking tour guide
Round trip in an air-conditioned minivan
Day trip to Skagway
2-hour boat tour on Great Slave Lake
Entrance fees for national parks
6 - 12 participants
What's not included
Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)
Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)
Personal equipment
Visa and vaccinations, if required (eTA/ESTA for entry)
Tips
Other meals
Optional excursions (e.g., flight to Virginia Falls, White Pass Railroad)
Personal extras
Character of the trip
Fitness
Easy
Altitude
Low
Culture / nature
Pure nature
This tour is suitable for anyone who is comfortable walking – no special prior knowledge or fitness level is required. Children aged 7 and over are welcome to join. Most of the journey is covered in an air-conditioned minivan, partly on gravel roads and with longer driving stages. The hikes to waterfalls and viewpoints are short to moderate and are undertaken with a light daypack. Accommodation is throughout the trip in mid-range hotels, and luggage remains in the vehicle. The small group size with a German-speaking tour guide ensures a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.
Dates and prices
Group dates
Optional
Single room supplement
€1,545.00
per person
Notes on the trip
Minimum age
7 years. Children aged 7-11 receive a 50% discount, young people aged 12-17 receive a 25% discount on the regular travel price.
Route travel
The journey begins in Whitehorse and ends in Yellowknife – please take this into account when planning your flight.
Group size
6 to 12 participants in an air-conditioned Maxivan.
Notice
Short-term changes to the itinerary are possible and are at the discretion of the tour guide.
Notice in accordance with EU Directive 2015/2302:
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
