Enjoy blazing fall colours while traveling from Whitehorse,
capital city of the Yukon, all the way up to Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk
on the Arctic Ocean. The famous Dempster Highway, one of the most
spectacular roads in the world, is a destination in itself. We will
visit historic gold rush towns Dawson City and Atlin and discover
ghost town Elsa and charming Keno on the Silvertrail. Spectacular
fall colours, fascinating history, and unique nature and wilderness
are all part of this 2-week journey through two territories in North-Western
Canada.
Day 1 Arrival and overnight in Whitehorse. Time to explore Whitehorse
and its surroundings. Welcome-Drink.
Day 2 We follow the Klondike Highway north to Dawson City and we will
take time to stop for pictures along the Yukon River, which winds
its way over 3000 km through the Yukon and Alaska. Short hike to the
famous 5-finger rapids. Ancient roadhouses, a few native settlements
and the occasional lodge are the only signs of habitants in this incredibly
vast area. Overnight in comfortable cabins in Dawson City, the once
called “Paris of the North” and main action place during
the great Klondike Gold rush. There is lots to discover in this charming
town full of history.
Day
3 Early start to head north up the legendary Dempster Highway and
we will travel through the Tombstone Mountains. Fall colours at their
best, an incredible display. We will take lots of time for stops and
short strolls and hikes and to enjoy the unique views. Overnight in
Eagle Plains.
Day 4 Shortly after Eagle Plains, we will cross the Arctic Circle,
another great photo opportunity. Great views toward the Richardson
Mountains while traveling through mountains and the tundra ablaze
in fall colours. By ferry we cross the Peel River and the mighty Mackenzie
River and visit the town of Fort McPherson. End of the afternoon we
will arrive at the end of the road, in Inuvik where we spend three
nights in cabins next to a small lake. 
Day 5 A scenic flight over the impressive western arctic landscape
and the Mackenzie River Delta will take us to Tuktoyaktuk, a hamlet
on the Beaufort Sea. Local Guides will give us a tour and you can
dip your toes into the Arctic Ocean. During a traditional lunch we
will learn more about local customs and life in this remote town.
The flight back gives us great views of the famous pingos.
Day 6 Today, we will discover the Mackenzie Delta on a boat tour with
a local guide. In the afternoon we will have time to explore the town
of Inuvik and it's Igloo Church and visit local artisans. Options
: canoeing, hiking, or just relax.
Day 7 We will head down the Dempster Highway, enjoy the amazing northern
landscape and will again take time for short hikes. The Richardson
Mountains are just simply stunning and with a bit of luck we will
be able to spot grizzly bears and caribou. Overnight in Eagle Plains.
Option : Instead of driving the Dempster Highway, you can opt to fly
back to Dawson City from Inuvik (see below for details). 
Day 8 Before we continue to Dawson City we will go for another hike
in the Tombstone mountains. In the evening we will visit Diamond Tooth
Gertie’s Saloon und Casino (incl.)
Day 9 Today, we have time to explore Dawson City and surroundings
and to enjoy the views from the Midnight Sun Dome. A short drive will
bring us to Mayo, a small town on the Silvertrail. Options : Hiking,
ATV tour. Two nights, small breakfast incl.
Day 10 We discover the charming little town of Keno and the Silvertrail
Museum, full of relicts from the silver and gold mines. The views
from the top of Signal Hill onto the surrounding mountain chains are
simply spectacular and we will go for a hike.
Day 11 Heading south towards Whitehorse, we will stop at Minto and
enjoy a boat tour on the Yukon River to Fort Selkirk, a former Hudson
Bay Company Trading Post. The site can only be reached by plane or
boat and we will have plenty of time to explore its historic buildings.
Overnight in Carmacks.
Day 12 We will drive along beautiful Spirit and Emerald Lakes and
will go for a hike on Caribou Mountain. Then, we will cross the border
into British Columbia and will stay for 2 nights in Atlin.
Day 13 This little town is nestled on the shores of Atlin Lake, amidst
stunning scenery. We discover this charming place, also called “little
Switzerland of the North”, visit the pioneer cemetery and learn
more about the history of this former gold rush town. Possibility
to enjoy a flight over the snow capped Coast Mountains and glaciers,
hiking, kayaking.
Day 14 On the Alaska Highway we will drive along Marsh Lake to Whitehorse
where we will visit a Yukon Quest champion, visit the kennels and
learn more about the famous dog sled race (tour incl.)
Day 15 Individual departure or extend your stay with either the option
Alaska Highway - Rocky Mountain National Parks (for details, see below),
or a stay in a wilderness lodge, a cruise through the famous Inside
Passage to Vancouver.... (contact us for options and reservations)
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Indian Summer - Dempster Highway Tour Map
(small group min 6, max 9 participants)
A wide variety of activities is included
The package includes :
- 14 nights in hotels, lodges, cabins
- Guide and all excursions and transfers as described in program
- Sightseeing flight to Tuktoyaktuk
- Guided Tour in Tuktoyaktuk, traditional lunch
- Boat excursion Mackenzie River Delta
- Admission Diamond Tooth Gerties Saloon und Casino
- Admission Silvertrail Museum
- Boat Trip Yukon River, Fort Selkirk
- Visit of Yukon Quest Champion, guided tour
Not included :
Flight to Canada, meals and beverages, gratuities and optional activities
Option : You may want to fly back to Dawson City
and spend an extra day in this town. You would meet up with the group
and guide again in the evening of day 8. Costs per person, double
occupancy : CAD 220.- incl. flight from Inuvik to Dawson City, airport
transfers in both towns, hotel night in Dawson (instead of Eagle Plains),
taxes.
Trip Extension :
Extend your trip by traveling up the legendary Inside Passage from
Prince Rupert to Skagway and then join us for the Dempster tour. Or
extend your trip by a stay in beautiful Vancouver.
Due to the nature of this tour and to travelling in wilderness
areas, unforeseen circumstances such as weather, road conditions,
etc. may force us to change the itinerary. We reserve the right to
change parts of the tour description if necessary due to circumstances
that are beyond the control of A-ZitaTours. All changes will be replaced
by same or better options.
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Extension
Alaska Highway
Rocky Mountain National Parks
6 - 14 September 2007
Day 15 Along numerous lakes we will drive through Southern Yukon
to the town of Watson Lake, famous for its "sign forest".
We will visit the interesting exhibition on the construction of the
famous Alaska Highway and can add our own signs to the "forest".
Possibility to visit the Northern Lights Centre and Show.
Day 16 Enjoy a relaxing soak in the Liard Hot Springs before we head
towards Munch Lake Provincial Park. We may be able to see the wild
buffalo in this area. Overnight in the Northern Rockies Lodge located
on the shores of Muncho Lake amidst stunning mountain scenery.
Day 17 & 18 The Alaska Highway takes us along Muncho Lake toward
Summit Lake. This area, often called "Serengeti of the North"
offers numerous opportunities to observe buffalo, caribou, stone sheep,
bears and deer. We travel through farm and ranchland and the beautiful
Peace River region to Prince George.
Day 19 We pass majestic Mount Robson, highest mountain in the Canadian
Rockies and arrive in Jasper National Park, where we spend 2 nights
in comfortable cabins. Possibility to take a helicopter sightseeing
flight around Mount Robson and its neighboring peaks and glaciers.
Day 20 A welcome break from traveling and we enjoy the spectacular
surroundings of Jasper, i.e. an excursion to Maligne Lake and Canyon,
Mount Edith Cavell or we head up to Whistlers Mountain.
Day 21 Another highlight on this tour : today we travel on the world
famous Icefields Parkway, one of the world’s dream routes. Many
stops along the road, i.e. at the Athabasca Falls, the Columbia Icefield,
Peyto and Bow Lake will let us enjoy the incredible scenery. Two nights
in Canmore, next to Banff National Park.
Day 22 We will discover Banff National Park on a trip to Lake Louise,
Moraine Lake, and Banff. Options : hiking, canoeing, riding.
Day 23 Across the vast prairies we will drive to Calgary. Individual
departure or extension of your stay.
Extension Alaska Highway-Rocky Mountain National Parks, 6-14
Sept 2007
(min. 6 participants)
Price per person, double occupancy : CAD 1'290.-,
(incl. 6 % GST)
The price includes :
- 8 nights in hotels/lodges/cabins
- guide and all trips as described
- admission Liard Hotsprings
- national park fees
