This classic canoe trip down the Yukon from Carmacks to Dawson City is specially tailored for visitors who like to travel far away from tourist routes, following the trail of the old history. Special canoeing skills are not required. The tour starts in Carmacks on the Yukon River with the compass needle set north, and we pass many relicts of the historic gold rush of 1898. The expedition travels over 400 km on this mighty river, exploring several abandoned settlements such as Fort Selkirk. Camps are set up on the gravel & sand banks of the mighty river where one can enjoy a refreshing bath in the Yukon. Black bears are quite common in the Yukon valley and are often seen by our guests. Watch the ridges of the cliffs along the river to spot the busy mammal. Moose are numerous in the forested foothills, and bald eagles nest along the river banks. Beavers are busy getting their winter supplies in, and several times we have seen grizzly bears strolling along the shoreline.
The only major interruption to the rivers smooth journey is the mighty Five Finger Rapids, once a major navigation problem for the large paddle wheelers. Around the camp fire we will hear about the solution found for this problem and some interesting stories about the first river travelers. At the confluence of the Yukon and Klondike rivers we find the settlement of Dawson City, the famous gold rush town of the Yukon. We stay two days in Dawson, relax in a fine hotel and relive the history of the gold rush and the tales of Jack London and Robert Service.
Day 1: Arrival in Whitehorse
Arrival in Whitehorse, meeting of group members and drive via Klondike Highway to Carmacks
Days 1 – 10: Carmacks / Yukon River
Start of this exciting canoe tour in Carmacks down the Yukon River. We are spending 10 days on this mighty river, traveling over 400 kilometer and exploring the vast hinterlands of the Yukon.
Days 10 & 11: Dawson City
We arrive in Dawson City, the historic gold town and home of many old legends. A visit to the Jack London and Robert Service cabins, the theater and the Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling hall are on the program. A highlight is the drive into Bonanza and Eldorado Creeks where we visit an active gold mine. Two hotel overnights in Dawson City.
Day 12: Dawson City to Whitehorse
Via the Klondike Highway, the van takes us back to Whitehorse, where we overnight again in a hotel.
Day 13: Departure from Whitehorse
Transfer to airport or connecting program.
(As the trip is done in expedition fashion changes in travel itinerary are a possibility and are left up to the discretion of the guide.)
Price
$1,735.00 CDN per person plus GST.
Additional cost:
Single room/tent- $ 360 CDN per person + GST
Included
- Airport Shuttle in Whitehorse
- Canoe rental and transportation
- 2-person tents and camping equipment (9 nights)
- All meals on canoe trip
- Overland transportation
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Dawson City
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Whitehorse
- Historic tour in Dawson City
- Expert guidance on the entire trip
Not Included
- Meals in hotels
- Fishing licence
- Personal extras
Restrictions
No minimum group size. All dates guaranteed. Maximum 11 persons per tour
Dates
June 07- 19, 2007
June 28 - July 10, 2007
July 19 - 31, 2007
Aug. 9 - 21, 2007
Aug. 30 - Sept. 11, 2007
To Book, Please Contact:
Ruby Range Adventure Ltd.
PO Box 30107
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5M2
Phone & Fax: +1 (867) 667-2209
Email: info@rubyrange.com
www.rubyrange.com