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THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
Itinerary Overview
Days 1 - 3
Welcome to Alaska
Days 4 - 7
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Days 8 - 12
The Northwest Territories
Yukon & Beyond
Highlights of Your Journey
Days 1 - 3
Your Arctic adventure begins in Fairbanks before venturing into Canada's pristine wilderness for optimal aurora viewing.
Day one arrives in Fairbanks, Alaska's golden heart city, visiting the University of Alaska Museum showcasing indigenous cultures and arctic wildlife, plus evening northern lights viewing from Chena Hot Springs where geothermal activity has created natural spas used by locals since the early 1900s. Your second day explores the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and learns about the 1968 oil discovery that transformed Alaska, plus dog sledding experiences with mushers preparing for races like the Iditarod established in 1973. Day three offers ice fishing and snowshoeing in temperatures that can reach -40°F, followed by Aurora Borealis viewing from heated cabins where Athabascan peoples have watched these lights dance for thousands of years.
Days 4 - 7
Days four through seven journey into Canada's Yukon Territory for pristine wilderness and indigenous culture.
Your fourth day drives the Alaska Highway to Whitehorse, Yukon's capital since the Klondike Gold Rush brought 100,000 prospectors through in 1898, visiting the SS Klondike sternwheeler that transported goods along the Yukon River until 1955. Day five explores indigenous First Nations culture at the Cultural Centre, learning traditions of peoples who survived Arctic conditions for millennia, plus evening aurora viewing from heated glass domes. Your sixth day ventures to remote wilderness lodges accessible only by snowmobile or helicopter, where minimal light pollution creates optimal conditions for photographing the aurora borealis caused by solar particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field. Day seven offers ice walking on frozen lakes and rivers, plus visits to trappers' cabins where traditional subsistence lifestyles continue in landscapes unchanged since the last ice age.
Days 8 - 12
Your final stretch maximizes northern lights opportunities while experiencing authentic Arctic culture.
Day eight travels to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, located directly beneath the Aurora Oval where magnetic field activity creates the most frequent and intense northern lights displays on Earth. Day nine offers snowshoeing to remote viewing locations and learning about Dene and Inuit cultures that have interpreted aurora as dancing spirits for generations, plus heated tipi experiences under star-filled skies. Your tenth day features dog sledding across frozen Great Slave Lake - Canada's deepest lake at 614 meters - where indigenous peoples have traveled these ice roads for thousands of years. Day eleven provides final aurora viewing opportunities with professional photography guidance, plus visits to diamond mines that made Yellowknife famous since discoveries in the 1990s. Day twelve concludes with traditional bannock bread and Arctic char breakfast before departure, carrying memories of one of nature's most spectacular phenomena witnessed in landscapes where indigenous peoples have thrived for millennia despite harsh Arctic conditions.
Day 1
Your Arctic adventure begins in Fairbanks before venturing into Canada's pristine wilderness for optimal aurora viewing.
Day one arrives in Fairbanks, Alaska's golden heart city, visiting the University of Alaska Museum showcasing indigenous cultures and arctic wildlife, plus evening northern lights viewing from Chena Hot Springs where geothermal activity has created natural spas used by locals since the early 1900s. Your second day explores the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and learns about the 1968 oil discovery that transformed Alaska, plus dog sledding experiences with mushers preparing for races like the Iditarod established in 1973. Day three offers ice fishing and snowshoeing in temperatures that can reach -40°F, followed by Aurora Borealis viewing from heated cabins where Athabascan peoples have watched these lights dance for thousands of years.
Days 2 - 4
Days four through seven journey into Canada's Yukon Territory for pristine wilderness and indigenous culture.
Your fourth day drives the Alaska Highway to Whitehorse, Yukon's capital since the Klondike Gold Rush brought 100,000 prospectors through in 1898, visiting the SS Klondike sternwheeler that transported goods along the Yukon River until 1955. Day five explores indigenous First Nations culture at the Cultural Centre, learning traditions of peoples who survived Arctic conditions for millennia, plus evening aurora viewing from heated glass domes. Your sixth day ventures to remote wilderness lodges accessible only by snowmobile or helicopter, where minimal light pollution creates optimal conditions for photographing the aurora borealis caused by solar particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field. Day seven offers ice walking on frozen lakes and rivers, plus visits to trappers' cabins where traditional subsistence lifestyles continue in landscapes unchanged since the last ice age.
Days 5 - 6
Your final stretch maximizes northern lights opportunities while experiencing authentic Arctic culture.
Day eight travels to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, located directly beneath the Aurora Oval where magnetic field activity creates the most frequent and intense northern lights displays on Earth. Day nine offers snowshoeing to remote viewing locations and learning about Dene and Inuit cultures that have interpreted aurora as dancing spirits for generations, plus heated tipi experiences under star-filled skies. Your tenth day features dog sledding across frozen Great Slave Lake - Canada's deepest lake at 614 meters - where indigenous peoples have traveled these ice roads for thousands of years. Day eleven provides final aurora viewing opportunities with professional photography guidance, plus visits to diamond mines that made Yellowknife famous since discoveries in the 1990s. Day twelve concludes with traditional bannock bread and Arctic char breakfast before departure, carrying memories of one of nature's most spectacular phenomena witnessed in landscapes where indigenous peoples have thrived for millennia despite harsh Arctic conditions.
Days 4 - 7
Days four through seven journey into Canada's Yukon Territory for pristine wilderness and indigenous culture.
Your fourth day drives the Alaska Highway to Whitehorse, Yukon's capital since the Klondike Gold Rush brought 100,000 prospectors through in 1898, visiting the SS Klondike sternwheeler that transported goods along the Yukon River until 1955. Day five explores indigenous First Nations culture at the Cultural Centre, learning traditions of peoples who survived Arctic conditions for millennia, plus evening aurora viewing from heated glass domes. Your sixth day ventures to remote wilderness lodges accessible only by snowmobile or helicopter, where minimal light pollution creates optimal conditions for photographing the aurora borealis caused by solar particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field. Day seven offers ice walking on frozen lakes and rivers, plus visits to trappers' cabins where traditional subsistence lifestyles continue in landscapes unchanged since the last ice age.
Days 8 - 12
Your final stretch maximizes northern lights opportunities while experiencing authentic Arctic culture.
Day eight travels to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, located directly beneath the Aurora Oval where magnetic field activity creates the most frequent and intense northern lights displays on Earth. Day nine offers snowshoeing to remote viewing locations and learning about Dene and Inuit cultures that have interpreted aurora as dancing spirits for generations, plus heated tipi experiences under star-filled skies. Your tenth day features dog sledding across frozen Great Slave Lake - Canada's deepest lake at 614 meters - where indigenous peoples have traveled these ice roads for thousands of years. Day eleven provides final aurora viewing opportunities with professional photography guidance, plus visits to diamond mines that made Yellowknife famous since discoveries in the 1990s. Day twelve concludes with traditional bannock bread and Arctic char breakfast before departure, carrying memories of one of nature's most spectacular phenomena witnessed in landscapes where indigenous peoples have thrived for millennia despite harsh Arctic conditions.
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from £3000 pp, per night
Tromso - Arctic Fjords - Polaria
Days 1 - 3
Welcome to Alaska
Days 4 - 7
Yukon & Beyond
Days 8 - 12
The Northwest Territories
Trip Highlights
Days 1 - 3
Your Arctic adventure begins in Fairbanks before venturing into Canada's pristine wilderness for optimal aurora viewing.
Day one arrives in Fairbanks, Alaska's golden heart city, visiting the University of Alaska Museum showcasing indigenous cultures and arctic wildlife, plus evening northern lights viewing from Chena Hot Springs where geothermal activity has created natural spas used by locals since the early 1900s. Your second day explores the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and learns about the 1968 oil discovery that transformed Alaska, plus dog sledding experiences with mushers preparing for races like the Iditarod established in 1973. Day three offers ice fishing and snowshoeing in temperatures that can reach -40°F, followed by Aurora Borealis viewing from heated cabins where Athabascan peoples have watched these lights dance for thousands of years.
Days 5 - 6
The final days venture into remote Arctic communities and provide prime opportunities to witness the aurora's magical dance across star-studded polar skies.
Day five takes you deep into traditional Arctic villages where time seems frozen, where Sami families still follow reindeer migrations and practice ancient crafts passed down through generations, before positioning you in remote locations far from city lights for optimal Northern Lights viewing. The silence of the Arctic wilderness amplifies the experience as the aurora explodes across the sky in otherworldly displays. Your sixth day explores Polaria, the remarkable Arctic aquarium showcasing bearded seals and Arctic marine life, alongside exhibits detailing polar research and climate change impacts, before your departure from this magical realm where winter darkness transforms into nature's most brilliant spectacle.
Days 2 - 4
Days two through four plunge you deep into authentic Arctic adventures, from thrilling wildlife encounters to ancient Sami traditions unchanged for millennia.
Your second day combines heart-pounding whale safaris in nutrient-rich Arctic waters—where orcas, humpbacks, and sperm whales gather in massive feeding frenzies—with expertly guided Northern Lights chases through snow-covered wilderness under star-filled skies. The aurora borealis dances overhead in brilliant greens, purples, and reds as solar particles collide with Earth's magnetic field in a cosmic ballet that has mesmerized humans for thousands of years.
Day three delivers the ultimate Arctic thrill through dog sledding expeditions across pristine wilderness, where eager huskies pull you through landscapes virtually unchanged since the ice age, followed by immersive encounters with Sami culture. Learn about Europe's last indigenous people, who have survived in this harsh environment for over 10,000 years through reindeer herding, traditional handicrafts, and an intimate understanding of Arctic rhythms. Your fourth day explores dramatic Arctic fjords by boat, where glacial-carved valleys create stunning backdrops for snowshoeing adventures through forests of ancient pines dusted with pristine snow.
Days 5 - 6
The final days venture into remote Arctic communities and provide prime opportunities to witness the aurora's magical dance across star-studded polar skies.
Day five takes you deep into traditional Arctic villages where time seems frozen, where Sami families still follow reindeer migrations and practice ancient crafts passed down through generations, before positioning you in remote locations far from city lights for optimal Northern Lights viewing. The silence of the Arctic wilderness amplifies the experience as the aurora explodes across the sky in otherworldly displays. Your sixth day explores Polaria, the remarkable Arctic aquarium showcasing bearded seals and Arctic marine life, alongside exhibits detailing polar research and climate change impacts, before your departure from this magical realm where winter darkness transforms into nature's most brilliant spectacle.
Days 4 - 7
Days four through seven journey into Canada's Yukon Territory for pristine wilderness and indigenous culture.
Your fourth day drives the Alaska Highway to Whitehorse, Yukon's capital since the Klondike Gold Rush brought 100,000 prospectors through in 1898, visiting the SS Klondike sternwheeler that transported goods along the Yukon River until 1955. Day five explores indigenous First Nations culture at the Cultural Centre, learning traditions of peoples who survived Arctic conditions for millennia, plus evening aurora viewing from heated glass domes. Your sixth day ventures to remote wilderness lodges accessible only by snowmobile or helicopter, where minimal light pollution creates optimal conditions for photographing the aurora borealis caused by solar particles interacting with Earth's magnetic field. Day seven offers ice walking on frozen lakes and rivers, plus visits to trappers' cabins where traditional subsistence lifestyles continue in landscapes unchanged since the last ice age.
Days 8 - 12
Your final stretch maximizes northern lights opportunities while experiencing authentic Arctic culture.
Day eight travels to Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, located directly beneath the Aurora Oval where magnetic field activity creates the most frequent and intense northern lights displays on Earth. Day nine offers snowshoeing to remote viewing locations and learning about Dene and Inuit cultures that have interpreted aurora as dancing spirits for generations, plus heated tipi experiences under star-filled skies. Your tenth day features dog sledding across frozen Great Slave Lake - Canada's deepest lake at 614 meters - where indigenous peoples have traveled these ice roads for thousands of years. Day eleven provides final aurora viewing opportunities with professional photography guidance, plus visits to diamond mines that made Yellowknife famous since discoveries in the 1990s. Day twelve concludes with traditional bannock bread and Arctic char breakfast before departure, carrying memories of one of nature's most spectacular phenomena witnessed in landscapes where indigenous peoples have thrived for millennia despite harsh Arctic conditions.
BEST TIME
TAILORED TRIPS
from £3000 pp, per night
Tromso - Arctic Fjords - Polaria
Days 1 - 3
Welcome to Alaska
Days 4 - 7
Yukon & Beyond
Days 8 - 12
The Northwest Territories
Trip Highlights
Days 1 - 3
Your Arctic adventure begins in Fairbanks before venturing into Canada's pristine wilderness for optimal aurora viewing.
Day one arrives in Fairbanks, Alaska's golden heart city, visiting the University of Alaska Museum showcasing indigenous cultures and arctic wildlife, plus evening northern lights viewing from Chena Hot Springs where geothermal activity has created natural spas used by locals since the early 1900s. Your second day explores the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and learns about the 1968 oil discovery that transformed Alaska, plus dog sledding experiences with mushers preparing for races like the Iditarod established in 1973. Day three offers ice fishing and snowshoeing in temperatures that can reach -40°F, followed by Aurora Borealis viewing from heated cabins where Athabascan peoples have watched these lights dance for thousands of years.
Days 2 - 4
Days two through four plunge you deep into authentic Arctic adventures, from thrilling wildlife encounters to ancient Sami traditions unchanged for millennia.
Your second day combines heart-pounding whale safaris in nutrient-rich Arctic waters—where orcas, humpbacks, and sperm whales gather in massive feeding frenzies—with expertly guided Northern Lights chases through snow-covered wilderness under star-filled skies. The aurora borealis dances overhead in brilliant greens, purples, and reds as solar particles collide with Earth's magnetic field in a cosmic ballet that has mesmerized humans for thousands of years.
Day three delivers the ultimate Arctic thrill through dog sledding expeditions across pristine wilderness, where eager huskies pull you through landscapes virtually unchanged since the ice age, followed by immersive encounters with Sami culture. Learn about Europe's last indigenous people, who have survived in this harsh environment for over 10,000 years through reindeer herding, traditional handicrafts, and an intimate understanding of Arctic rhythms. Your fourth day explores dramatic Arctic fjords by boat, where glacial-carved valleys create stunning backdrops for snowshoeing adventures through forests of ancient pines dusted with pristine snow.