Top Yukon Day Trips

Enjoy the Caribou Crossing tour, referred to as a spiritual journey experience, an adventure that mesmerizes you with nature, beauty, and history. This tour covers visits to Emerald Lake, where you can take pictures of the colorful lake; the Carcross Desert, where you walk on the sand dunes, inhale the fresh air, and view Bennet Lake. Then, you'll take a scenic drive to Yukon border lakes for some mountain selfies and visit the Caribou Crossing Village.

This half day excursion takes you to some of the best sights in the Yukon with transportation from Whitehorse. Enjoy a mix of scenic viewpoints and gold rush history as you visit attractions including South Klondike Highway, Emerald Lake, and more. The itinerary also offers some flexibility, giving you free time to explore the artisan stores or walk on the beach near Bennett Lake.

Retrace the steps of the Klondike Gold Rush pioneers on this small-group tour from Whitehorse to Skagway. Traverse the scenic route and make stops at important landmarks along the way including Emerald Lake, Carcross Desert, and the Village of Carcross. In Skagway, visit the famous Goldrush Cemetery and Lower Reid Falls plus enjoy free time to explore on your own.

Experience a quintessential northern activity while taking in the beautiful aurora borealis! Night Fishing is very unique and sure to be a highlight of your trip. Fishing is usually for burbot, the only freshwater cod found on earth! These nighttime feeders are often aggressive and a great choice for beginning anglers. Hot drinks and local snacks provided, and fishing takes place inside a heated, insulated shelter purpose built for icefishing! Your guide has 10 years of experience and has been an avid fisherman for over 30 years!

Experience the grandeur of Canada’s Yukon Territory on this full-day hiking tour of Carcross and the Southern Lakes. This excursion will take you from the meeting point in Whitehorse through a variety of dramatic landscapes, including the world’s smallest desert, spectacular lakes, and a historic village as you follow the Mountain Hero Trailhead. This tour is suitable for avid hikers with moderate physical fitness.

Visiting the UNESCO-listed Kluane National Park is a highlight of a trip to the Yukon, but getting to and around this extreme landscape can be intimidating for visitors. Skip the hassle of planning your own trip by joining this guided tour that takes you to Kathleen Lake, to the Rock Glacier for a short hike and the Da Kų Cultural Centre.