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Yellowknife and the Northern Lights

Located under the Auroral Oval, Yellowknife is one of the top places in the world to see the Northern Lights
From its colourful gold rush history to its rich Indigenous heritage, Yellowknife is one of Canada’s coolest places to visit. On this 4-day winter excursion into the Northwest Territories, you’ll not only get to experience Yellowknife but you’ll also have a chance to see the spectacular Northern Lights each night. During the day, you’ll take a city tour of Yellowknife, visit the Prince of Wales Heritage Centre and drive on one of the famous ice roads. At night, you’ll head off to the Aurora Village to experience the magic of the Aurora Borealis
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Day 1: Arrival in Yellowknife

Enjoy all that Yellowknife has to offer with a stay right in the heart of the city. Yellowknife is a walkable city but there is also a taxi service available. Explore the small downtown core that has some unique shops and an incredible array of restaurants offering cuisine from around the world.

In the evening you’ll head to the Aurora Village with your guide for your first night of Aurora viewing. The location, away from city lights, is set up for maximum comfort during the evening and night of watching the Northern Lights, with heated teepees and an onsite restaurant that serves good food as well as wine and beer until midnight.

Accommodation: Explorer Hotel (or similar)

Day 2: Explore Yellowknife

Today you will get to experience a city tour of Yellowknife with a local guide. See the famous Oldtown district where Yellowknife originally started almost 90 years ago and learn about the area’s unique history and rich Indigenous culture. You will have the chance to visit the Prince of Wales Heritage Centre and the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly. Your tour will include a visit to the downtown area as well as the Visitor’s Centre where you’ll receive an official Yellowknife pin and a North of 60 Certificate.

Spend the day at leisure exploring Yellowknife. In the evening, your guide will once again take you for a night of Aurora viewing at the nearby Aurora Village.

Accommodation: Explorer Hotel (or similar)

Day 3: Explore Yellowknife

Spend the day at leisure exploring Yellowknife further. Be sure to try some of the cool local food options for which Yellowknife is known. Have a pint with the locals at the Woodyard Brewhouse, try arctic char sashimi at the local sushi spot or head to the fun and eclectic Bullocks Bistro.

Enjoy one last night of Aurora viewing at the Village. They say that those who visit the Aurora Village for three nights in the winter, have a 95% chance of seeing the Northern Lights. While weather conditions and Aurora sightings can never be guaranteed, those are some pretty great odds!

Accommodation: Explorer Hotel (or similar)

Day 4: Departure

Today you will say goodbye to the north and head back home. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to take in a little more of Yellowknife before heading to the airport.

Inclusions

Included

  • 2-6 Nights hotel accommodation at the Explorer Hotel (or similar)
  • 2-6 Nights of guided aurora viewing at Aurora Village
  • Use of custom outdoor heated seat for 1 night of aurora viewing
  • Yellowknife city tour
  • Transfers from accommodations for all tours & aurora viewing
  • Complimentary airport transfers / shuttle

Not Included

  • Flights to and from Yellowknife
  • Winter clothing rental (available and recommended)
  • Meals
  • Anything of personal nature not mentioned above
  • Taxes
Travel Details

Primary Location

Yellowknife Northwest Territories

Departures

November 20 - April 1

Pricing Details

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  • Rates are based on double occupancy
  • A 25% deposit is due at the time of booking
  • This tour is subject to availability at the time of booking
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Optional Extras

  • Winter Clothing Rental (recommended)
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