Individual arrival in Whitehorse and first meeting of the group. In a relaxed atmosphere, we get to know each other and prepare for the upcoming adventure. There is plenty of time to make any last-minute purchases for the canoe trip. We spend the night in a comfortable hotel in Whitehorse before the adventure begins the next day.

Our adventure begins at the Takhini Bridge on the outskirts of Whitehorse. The first day on the water takes us to the 50 km long Lake Laberge, which offers excellent pike fishing. Over the next two days, we paddle along the rocky eastern shore, camping near scenic headlands. The river picks up speed again as it flows through the narrow banks and clear waters of the "Thirty Mile" section, a designated Canadian Heritage River. This section takes us to the former trading post of Hootalinqua, at the confluence with the Teslin River. It's an ideal stretch of the river for fishing for Arctic grayling. We continue past the confluence of the Big Salmon and Little Salmon Rivers, past steep riverbanks, vibrant fields of fire willow, and vast forests of wild black spruce, until we reach the small town of Carmacks.

On day 8, we reach the small First Nations settlement of Carmacks on the Klondike Highway. Here, the canoe trip ends for the participants of the first leg, and those paddling the second leg from Carmacks join the group. Just beyond Carmacks await the famous Five Finger Rapids – along with the Rink Rapids, the only rapids on the entire route. Using the paddling techniques learned so far, we navigate the standing waves without difficulty. Overnight in tents in the wilderness.

The first day after Carmacks takes you through the Five Finger and Rink Rapids. These are the only true rapids on the river, but with your guide's help, you'll have no trouble navigating the standing waves. High cliffs begin to dominate the landscape as you reach the calmer, less-traveled northern section of the river. A highlight of this stretch is Fort Selkirk. This former trading post is the oldest in the territory and now serves as a retreat and wilderness camp for members of the Selkirk First Nation. With its lovingly preserved and restored historic buildings, this tranquil village exudes the charm of bygone eras and allows you to immerse yourself in history.

After more than two weeks on the river, we reach the vibrant boomtown of Dawson City. The city grew almost overnight during the Klondike Gold Rush, becoming the largest city west of Winnipeg and north of Seattle. Designated a National Historic Site, many of its buildings have been restored with false fronts and historic houses, allowing the city to retain its turn-of-the-century charm. During the long days of the subarctic summer, Dawson is alive with festivals, live music, and contemporary art. We'll spend two nights in a downtown hotel, giving you plenty of time to explore the city and the surrounding historic sites.

Today we have a full day to experience Dawson City. Included in the program is a visit to the Gold Bottom Mine. A guided tour of this still-active placer mine will introduce you to the history of Dawson's famous goldfields and show you how the still-family-run mines continue to search for the precious metal. You'll also have the opportunity to try your luck at panning for gold. We may also visit Bonanza Creek, the site of the great gold discovery and home to the restored Bucket Wheel Engine #4. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city at your leisure. Depending on time and the group's interests, we could visit the cabins of Jack London and Robert Service, the Dawson City Museum, the Danoja Zho Cultural Centre, or take a guided tour of the city's historic sites. We'll also drive up Midnight Dome, the mountain that towers over the town, offering an extraordinary panorama: Dawson City, the goldfields, the distant Ogilvie Mountains, and the river we just traveled along stretch out before us. We'll end the day with a visit to Dawson's famous casino – Diamond Tooth Gertie's Gambling Hall.

We will return to Whitehorse by van via the Klondike Highway, stopping at the Five Finger Rapids viewpoint to admire the rapids once more. Afterwards, we will continue to Whitehorse, where we will enjoy one last dinner together and spend another night in a comfortable hotel.

An included transfer will take you to Whitehorse Airport, from where you can begin your flight home or continue your journey.