Hiking Tours

Experience Effortless Yukon Hiking

Hiking in the Yukon can be challenging due to its remote and rugged terrain. That’s why we've partnered with a local company deeply familiar with the trails and landscapes. From flights and transportation to accommodations and expert guiding, we take care of every detail, ensuring your Yukon hiking adventure is smooth and unforgettable. Let us handle the logistics, so you can focus on the experience.

Unspoiled Wilderness & Breathtaking Views

The Yukon boasts some of the most pristine and untouched landscapes in North America. With vast forests, towering mountains, and rugged terrain, it offers hikers a chance to explore awe-inspiring vistas, including the stunning peaks of Kluane National Park and the dramatic beauty of the Ogilvie Mountains.

Indigenous Lands & Cultural Connections

Hiking in the Yukon connects you to both the land and its Indigenous communities. Trails pass through sacred sites and ancient hunting grounds, offering insight into the deep cultural and spiritual bond Indigenous peoples have with the land. Learning from Indigenous guides enriches your understanding of the land’s history and fosters respect for their ongoing stewardship. 

Wear your Sunglasses at Night…

…And Experience Land of the Midnight Sun! With the arrival of summer around June 21st, the Yukon experiences 18-22 hours of sunlight a day! 

• Roundtrip air from Toronto, ON to Whitehorse, YT 
• Flight from Whitehorse, YT to Dawson City, YT
• Connections Program
• Airport transfers
• Private local transportation
• 11 nights of accommodation 
• 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
• Local professional guides & all other entry fees and passes 
• Services of a DeLuxe Hiking Tour Director

Included Highlights

• 10 hikes/walks
• Whitehorse City Day Tour 
• MacBride Museum
• Visit and viewing of Five Fingers Rapids
• Dawson City & Goldfield Tour 
• Midnight Dome 
• Guided Walking Tour of Dawson City 
• Da Ku Cultural Centre Guided Visit
• Parks Canada Kluane Centre Guided Visit
• Yukon Wildlife Preserve Guided Visit and Walk 
• Long Ago Peoples Places Indigenous Camp T, with a traditional lunch.

Prices are in Canadian dollars, per person, and include HST.

Day 1: Travel to Whitehorse

Enjoy your flight from Toronto to Whitehorse. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your centrally, located hotel. Take some time to freshen up before regrouping for a welcome meeting and dinner. There will be an option for a group walk, after dinner, to get a sneak peek of Whitehorse.

Meals: D

Stay: Best Western Hotel I Gold Rush Inn, Whitehorse, YK (5 nights)

Day 2: Whitehorse City Tour, Miles Canyon Hike

Begin your Yukon adventure with a guided city tour, visiting iconic landmarks such as the S.S. Klondike, the fish ladder, and notable highlights like the White Pass Building, Kwanlin Dun, and the Log Skyscraper. After lunch (on your own), embark on a scenic hike through Miles Canyon (H1/Easy – 8km/334m). Walk along the well-maintained trails and take in the stunning views of dramatic rock formations and vibrant wildflowers. The evening is yours to explore at your own pace and enjoy dinner independently.

Meals: B

Day 3: Yukon Wildlife Preserve, Macbride Museum 

In the morning, visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve, a 700-acre wildlife sanctuary dedicated to showcasing the region’s native wildlife in a natural and expansive setting. The preserve is home to a variety of animals, including moose, bison, elk, caribou, muskoxen, lynx, and Dall sheep. Enjoy a guided walk (H1/Easy – 5+km), through the grounds, while learning about their conservation efforts. In the afternoon, visit the MacBride Museum, named Canada's #1 most underrated attraction by MSN Travel Canada. Tour a half-city block of indoor and outdoor exhibitions illustrating the Yukon's heritage, with topics stemming from First Nation’s history to the Klondike Gold Rush. The rest of the afternoon is free time to visit other museums and shops. Your local guide can help with kayak and bicycle rentals. In the evening, there may be an option for a group hike on one of the local trails. 

Meals: B

Day 4: Fish Lake/Bonneville Full-Day Hike

After breakfast, embark on a breathtaking journey along the Fish Lake and Bonneville Lake Trails (H2/Moderate – 7+km/323m). Traverse lands significant to the Kwanlin Dün and Ta’an Kwäch’än First Nations, learning about the cultural and historical ties to the land. Hike through lush forests, alpine meadows, and past crystal-clear lakes, stopping to enjoy a picnic lunch amidst stunning mountain views. After the hike, return to the hotel for a relaxing night.

Meals: B, L

Day 5: Discover Carcross, Full-Day Hike on the Sam McGee Trail

Travel south today to Carcross, Yukon, a picturesque town brimming with natural beauty and rich Indigenous heritage. Enjoy a hike along the Sam McGee Trail (H2/moderate – 9km/618m), a historic route that once served as a tramway for silver miners in the early 1900s. As you trek through alpine meadows, dense forests, and past rocky outcrops, you'll be treated to sweeping views of Bennett Lake, the majestic surrounding mountains, and the unique Carcross Desert, recognized as the world’s smallest desert. Explore this unique landscape up close, with its vast sand dunes, formed thousands of years ago when glacial lakes dried up, leaving behind sand and silt. Next, visit  Carcross Commons, a vibrant cultural hub of 16 artisans' stores, a restaurant, and gourmet coffee. After a rewarding day of exploration, return to Whitehorse for a relaxing evening to unwind and reflect on your adventure.

Meals: B, L

Day 6: Da Kų Culture Centre, Kulane National Park & Reserve - Day 1: Auriol Trail

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and head towards Haines Junction. Along the way, stop for a guided visit at the Da Kų Culture Centre, where you'll gain insights into the rich culture and traditions of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN) Dän people. After lunch (on your own), discover  Kluane National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning glaciers, rugged mountain landscapes, and expansive wilderness. Visit the visitor center to learn more about the park’s natural wonders, then embark on a guided hike along the Auriol Trail (H2/Moderate – 15 km/367 m). This trail takes you through tranquil boreal forests, and vibrant sub-alpine meadows, and features breathtaking alpine vistas. Following the hike, check in to your hotel for a relaxing evening. 

Stay: TBA, Haines Junction, YT (2 nights)

Meals: B

Day 7: Kulane National Park & Reserve - Day 2: Thunder Egg Creek or Sheep Creek Hikes

Return to Kluane National Park for a full day of exploration in this breathtaking region. Today’s hike will depend on local trail conditions, wildlife sightings, and the group's preferences. The Thunder Egg Creek Trail is a moderate 8-10 km trek, offering dramatic views of the Kluane mountains, glaciers, and vibrant wildflower-filled meadows. Keep an eye out for "thunder eggs" (geodes) scattered along the creek, adding a unique touch to your adventure. Alternatively, the Sheep Creek Hike is a shorter, 6-7 km route that provides a more relaxed and accessible experience, with sweeping panoramic views of the Kluane Range. The trail meanders through forests and meadows and is renowned for its wildlife sightings, particularly Dall sheep. Following the hike, check in to your hotel for a relaxing evening. 

Meals: B, L

Day 8: Dezadeash River Trail Hike, Long Ago Peoples Place 

After breakfast, embark on a leisurely hike through Kluane National Park along the Dezadeash River. The trail features boardwalks, and interpretive signage, with breathtaking views of the river, lush forests, and distant mountain peaks. After the hike, arrive at Long Ago Peoples Place, a recreated First Nations village, where you'll meet your expert guide for an immersive tour. A short walk into the woods will transport you back to a time when only wood, stone, and animal materials were used to create everything vital to the Southern Tutchone culture. From animal and fish traps to traditional housing and storage structures, be amazed by the ingenuity and resourcefulness of their ancestors, who built a vibrant and sustainable way of life in the remote north. While here, enjoy a traditional First Nations lunch. Overnight back in Whitehorse.

Stay: Best Western Hotel I Gold Rush Inn, Whitehorse, YK (1 night)

Meals: B, L

Day 9: Five Finger Rapids Hike, Dawson City & Goldfield Tour, Midnight Dome

In the morning, enjoy a scenic drive to Dawson City, passing through remote wilderness with beautiful stops along the way. Pause for a hike to the Five Finger Rapids (H2-Moderate – 1.5 km), where towering rock formations once posed a challenge to gold rush steamboats. Along the trail, learn about the rapids' pivotal role during the Gold Rush through informative signage. Upon arriving in Dawson City, take a guided tour that immerses you in the history of the Klondike Gold Rush, with visits to iconic sites and fascinating stories from locals. Continue to the nearby Goldfields to explore historic mining sites and delve deeper into the region’s rugged past. In the evening, travel to the Midnight Dome to experience a unique feature – perpetual twilight. 

Stay: TBA, Dawson City, YK (3 nights)

Meals: B

Day 10: Tombstone Territorial Park – Full-day Hike

Travel the Dempster Highway today through rugged tundra, majestic mountain ranges, and expansive valleys. Arrive at Tombstone Territorial Park for a visit to the Interpretive Centre and full-day hike (H2/Moderate – 8+km/423m). Journey through awe-inspiring landscapes, with towering, jagged peaks, rolling hills, and vast tundra. The terrain varies from lush alpine meadows dotted with wildflowers to rocky ridgelines offering expansive views. After your hike, return to Dawson City for a leisurely evening. 

Meals: B

Day 11: Dawson City Walking Tour

After breakfast, embark on a guided walking tour through Dawson City. Stroll along the charming, wooden boardwalks and go behind the scenes with access to private Goldrush-era buildings. The afternoon is free for you to discover Dawson City your way. Regroup in the evening for a farewell dinner. For those interested, continue the fun with an optional visit to Diamond Tooth Gerties, Canada’s oldest casino. 

Meals: B, D

Day 12: Fly Home

After breakfast, fly from Dawson City to Whitehorse for a connecting flight to Toronto. Arrive home with unforgettable memories and experiences from your incredible journey.

Meals: B

Hiking in Yukon can be more challenging than in Ontario, with shorter distances often accompanied by steeper elevation gains. . Only "easy" or "moderate" rated hikes are included in the itinerary, though substitutions may occur due to weather or other conditions. Hikers also have the option to opt out of any hike if they choose.

Day 2

1. Miles Canyon along the Yukon River 

(H1/Easy – 8+km/334m) 

The Miles Canyon trail follows a well-worn dirt path with hills and offers stunning views of the Yukon River. The canyon was formed when the river cut through basaltic lava flows from a vent about 8 km (5 mi) south, around 8.5 million years ago. The constricted river created pools for fish, particularly salmon, which Indigenous peoples have been fishing for thousands of years. Tools found nearby date back 2,500 years, though people likely used the area for fishing and hunting 8,000 to 9,000 years ago, after the glaciers retreated

Day 3

2. Yukon Wildlife Preserve 

(H1/Easy – 5km)  

In the 1970s, Danny Nowlan began rescuing injured and orphaned wildlife at the Yukon Game Farm. Today, the Yukon Wildlife Preserve continues this legacy, caring for the region’s most vulnerable animals. Since opening in 2012, the Wildlife Research and Rehabilitation Centre has helped hundreds of animals. A guided walk through the expansive grounds offers views of Arctic foxes, elk, bison, mountain goats, and eagles.

Day 4

3. Fish Lake/Bonneville Lakes

(H2/Moderate – 7+km/323m)

Fish Lake area falls within the settlement lands of the Kwanlin Dun First Nation peoples.  It begins on a well-worn trail through trees and then gradually ascends to the tree line, with a view of Fish Lake, Bonneville Lakes and Boundary Mountains.

Day 5

4. Sam McGee Trail

(H2/Moderate – 9km/618m) 

This historic trail, leading into the alpine below Montana Mountain, was originally built in 1905 to support a tramway for a silver mine. Along the trail, you'll find remnants of the tramway and mining artifacts. The summit offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains

Day 6

5. Kluane National Park – Auriol Trail

(H2/Moderate – 15km/367m (+430m) 

This hike takes you through an enchanting landscape of olive trees, their gnarled trunks steeped in history. The path is a mix of rocky and gravel trails, winding gently through ancient olive groves, offering stunning views of the countryside.

Day 7

6. Option 1: Kluane National Park – Thunder Egg Creek/Lower Alsek

(H2/Moderate – 14km/215km)

Option 2: Kluane National Park – Sheep Creek

(H2/Moderate – 14km/215km)

Both these hikes provide breathtaking views of valleys and mountains. The decision on which hike to take will be made based on local trail conditions, wildlife sightings and group preference.  

Day 8

7. Dezadeash River Trail

(H1/Easy – 6km/39m) 

This easy, scenic trail along the Dezadeash River Valley offers stunning views of the Auriol Range, with well-maintained boardwalks and informative interpretive signage.

Day 9

8. Five Finger Rapids

(H2/Moderate – 1.5km) 

Four islands of composite rock divide the Yukon River into five narrow channels of which only the eastern is passable.  This out-and-back trail, considered moderately challenging, provides vista views of the river.

Day 10

9. Tombstone Territorial Park

(H2/Moderate – 8km/423m) 

Tombstone Territorial Park, accessed via the Dempster Highway, is a beloved destination for Yukoners and a must-visit for many hikers. Its breathtaking subarctic tundra, dotted with resilient flora and scattered trees, offers spectacular views of valleys and towering mountains. The park’s remote setting means there is no cell service. Our experienced hike leaders will guide you along this out-and-back trail, ensuring a safe and unforgettable adventure.

Day 11

10. Dawson City Walking Tour

(H2/Moderate – 10km) 

The Historic Downtown Walking Tour takes you through streets once bustling with theatres, saloons, dancehalls, and fortune-seeking miners, alongside those eager to part them from their gold. Guests are invited into beautifully preserved Goldrush era buildings, including a grand bank, a charming saloon, and a post office once regarded as one of the country’s most elegant structures, all rarely open to the public.

• Yukon Hiking provides a great, in-depth look at all the hikes on this tour
• The weather in late June can be unpredictable with temperatures ranging from 10°C–30°C. It can often be 10°C colder at higher elevations. 
• There will be no cell service on some of the hikes
• Proper shoes/boots and poles are recommended
• Hikes are subject to trail conditions

This tour flies from Toronto, ON into Whitehorse, YK. Guests can join this tour from anywhere in the world! Please contact us to discuss your airfare and pre-and post-tour accommodation options.