Take in the natural beauty of the Northern Lights
Embark on a bucket-list adventure in Northern Canada's Yukon territory, where the Aurora Borealis ripples into the night sky, rendering its audience mesmerized as it ebbs and flows.
Viewings of the spectacular and mystical Northern Lights are commonplace in the Yukon, and most often take place just outside of the city. The Aurora Borealis Tour invites you to join the show and enjoy the magic for yourself with a front-row seat. A heated, cozy cabin or wall tent is available for your comfort, where you can enjoy hot drinks and snacks while taking in the sights.
During the day, you can “spice-up” your winter experience by booking half or full-day tours. They consist of dog mushing, snowmobiling, ice fishing & snowshoeing. Sample it all by selecting the popular “Winter Adventure Activity Package”.
The duration of the Aurora Borealis Tour can be anywhere from 3 to 5 days. It allows your northern adventure in the Yukon to be as action-packed or laidback as you wish. It also provides you with every opportunity to fully experience the beauty of Whitehorse and its shimmering Northern Lights.
Highlights of the Aurora Borealis Tour
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Aurora Borealis Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Whitehorse and 10pm Aurora Viewing
After arriving at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel in downtown Whitehorse, which is located within walking distance of all attractions, restaurants, banks and stores. An informational meeting and registration for optional tours will conveniently be held at the hotel. Take some time to fit the winter clothing (optional), explore the shops in Whitehorse, and dine out on your own. At 10pm, you will depart for an Aurora Borealis viewing, where a cozy, heated cabin or wall tent with hot drinks and snacks will make the experience even more enjoyable. Return to your hotel around 2.30am.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Whitehorse
Meals: None
Day 2 Whitehorse Sightseeing and 10pm Aurora Viewing
After a solid sleep-in morning, you will take a 10.00 am city tour of Main Street, the Train Depot of the White Pass and Yukon Route, the Visitor Reception Center, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, Sternwheeler SS Klondike, Fish ladder, Schwatka Lake and some of the residential areas in Whitehorse. In the afternoon, you will have the chance to take part in one of the optional tours. 10pm will once again see you depart for a spectacular Aurora viewing. Again, a warm-up cabin with hot drinks and snacks is provided, and you may also sit around a roaring fire and share stories. Return to your hotel around 2.30am.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Whitehorse
Meals: None
Day 3-4 (Optional) Excursion Day and 10pm Aurora Viewing
After sleeping in once again, you will be able to spend the morning at your own leisure. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to add optional tours to see more of the Yukon. Click on Optional Extras to see pricing for daytrips that take you ice fishing, snowshoeing, dog sledding, winter hiking, snowmobiling and more.
At 10pm there will be another viewing of the Aurora Borealis, with a return to your hotel around 2.30am. This day can be repeated based on the overall duration of your tour.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Whitehorse
Meals: None
Day 5 Transfer to Whitehorse Airport and Flight Home
After exploring Whitehorse, experiencing its history and culture, and taking in the natural beauty of the Northern Lights, you will say goodbye to the capital city of the Yukon. A quick transfer to the airport will have you all set for your flight home.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: None
Aurora Borealis Tour Price and Dates
This guided northern light watching tour is run as a group tour where you would be joining other aurora borealis watchers and is available as a 3, 4 or 5-day tour. Private tours are also available on request (please enquire for more info). The tour price depends on the tour length that you choose, as well as whether you require any optional extras or not.
The departures are available daily.
3-day tour:
- Price per person staying in a single room: $625 USD
- Price per person sharing a double room: $475 USD
- Price per person sharing a triple room: $475 USD
- Price per person sharing a quadruple room: $475 USD
- Child rate: $325 USD
- Price per person staying in a single room: $825 USD
- Price per person sharing a double room: $595 USD
- Price per person sharing a triple room: $575 USD
- Price per person sharing a quadruple room: $575 USD
- Child rate: $375 USD
- Price per person staying in a single room: $1,050 USD
- Price per person sharing a double room: $750 USD
- Price per person sharing a triple room: $725 USD
- Price per person sharing a quadruple room: $695 USD
- Child rate: $475 USD
- 48 days or more prior to departure, we will retain a portion of the deposit equal to 10% of the total refundable trip fee, and will return the remainder of your deposit.
- 18 and 47 days or less prior to departure, we will retain 50% of the tour fee as a cancellation fee. If full payment received, any amount over the 50% cancellation fee will be returned.
- 17 days or less prior to departure, we will retain the full amount of the deposit (minus any non-refundable costs), and up to 100% of any additional amounts paid by you in connection with the booking. Depending on the specific tour booked, the amount paid as a deposit may be used as a credit for variable future travel, in our sole discretion.
4-day tour:
5-day tour:
Please note that this tour is a subject to non-standard cancellation terms:
Accommodation on Aurora Borealis Tour
This tour is based in one 3.5-star hotel that offers modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
The standard rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. The supplement size depends on your tour duration.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Best Western Gold Rush Inn Hotel in Whitehorse ★★★
This hotel has modern and spacious rooms and is located conveniently close to Whitehorse downtown.
What’s Included in the Aurora Borealis Tour?
Meals
Meals on this tour are not included, however, you will be provided with hot drinks and snacks during the aurora borealis watching in the evenings.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 2-4 nights are included (depending on your chosen duration). Any other accommodation outside of this itinerary is not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage is included throughout the tour, including the airport transfers, as well as all the transfers to northern lights watching locations and any excursions mentioned in the itinerary.
Also Included
- English-speaking guide during the activities
- City tour
- Aurora viewings and assistance
- Entrance fees where applicable
Not included
- Flights to and from Whitehorse
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- GST (goods and services tax): 5%
Optional Extras
- Extra nights in Whitehorse
- Winter clothing rental:
- 3-day tour: $125 USD per person
- 4-day tour: $150 USD per person
- 5-day tour: $175 USD per person
- Optional activities and day tours:
- Yukon Wildlife Preserve Tour (August to April): $75 USD per person
- Half Day Ice Fishing and Snowshoeing Tour: $175 USD per person
- Husky Rush Superlative Tour: $175 USD per person
- Snowmobile Driving: $225 USD-$325 USD per person
- Half Day Dog Sledding: $225 USD per person
Frequently Asked Questions about Aurora Borealis Tour
Northern Tales is a Whitehorse based tour operator business as well as a destination management company and was founded in 2007, branching off its mother company Nature Tours of Yukon, which has been in operation since 1986. The Yukon Territory with its natural beauty is the perfect stage to offer outdoor activities in winter and summer and have people experience nature at close range.
Northern Tales takes great pride in the highly skilled guides and drivers that are working for us. They will always go the extra mile to provide our guests with a safe, enjoyable and unforgettable experience.
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