Northern Canada Holidays
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The Yukon boasts everything from isolated lodges under the swirling northern lights, to unique experiences - including dog sledding, flight seeing and canoeing. This exceptional environment is a true outdoor enthusiast's dream.
Manitoba offers one of the best opportunities to see the elusive polar bear. If you were a fan of the BBC’s incredible Frozen Planet series, many of the scenes were shot in Churchill Manitoba, the “Polar Bear Capital of the World”.
These majestic Arctic predators stalk the isolated southern shores of Hudson Bay throughout the summer and autumn months.
Trailfinders is the UK & Ireland's No.1 for holidays to Northern Canada
and our expert travel consultants are a mine of information about what to do here, often with first-hand travel experience. Whether you want to explore Northern Canada on a fly drive holiday or motorhome holiday, or on a sociable guided group tour – they are the perfect people to ask.Speak to a Canada Holidays Expert
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HOW TO GET AROUND NORTHERN CANADA
With its excellent network of wide, easy to drive byways, Northern Canada is a perfect destination to be explored by car or motorhome. Follow one of our classic fly drive holidays or motorhome holidays or ask our expert travel consultants to tailormake your Northern Canada holiday.
If you’d rather not drive how about joining a sociable guided group tour or book a wilderness experience. Our multi centre holidays are also a great alternative – combining a city break with a unique stay and taking advantage of our comprehensive local tours to experience the attractions.
If you’d rather not drive how about joining a sociable guided group tour or book a wilderness experience. Our multi centre holidays are also a great alternative – combining a city break with a unique stay and taking advantage of our comprehensive local tours to experience the attractions.
OUR HOLIDAYS TO NORTHERN CANADA
Nobody offers more ways to explore Northern Canada than Trailfinders.
Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Northern Canada holidays.
If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Northern Canada holidays.
If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Yukon Great Escape
Northern Canada
Multi Centre Holiday
7 days / 6 nights
7 days / 6 nights
Explore eclectic Vancouver before flying to Yukon to experience the long summer days of the north.
Northern Lights Of Yukon
Northern Canada
City Break
4 days / 3 nights
4 days / 3 nights
Whitehorse and the stunning surrounding wilderness are only a two and a half hour flight from Vancouver but offer one of the best vantage points to witness the aurora borealis light up the night sky.
Canada's Midnight Sun & Arctic Circle Adventure
Canada & Alaska
Multi Centre Holiday
16 days / 15 nights
16 days / 15 nights
Chase the midnight sun on this incredible escapade through Canada’s northern communities and wilderness to the shores of the Arctic Ocean.
Golden Frontiers of the Yukon & Alaska - Motorhome Holiday
Canada & Alaska
Motorhome
16 days / 15 nights
16 days / 15 nights
Uncover landscapes of breathtaking proportions, epic drives and gold rush history whilst enjoying the long summer days on this inspiring motorhome holiday in Alaska and Yukon.
Ultimate Polar Bear Tour (Lazy Bear Expeditions)
Canada & Alaska
Wilderness Experience (Adventure)
6 days / 5 nights
6 days / 5 nights
Get up close and personal on this incredible Canadian adventure in search of the mighty polar bear, located by the shores of the Hudson Bay and in the Churchill Wildlife Management Area.
Ultimate Bears & Belugas Summer Adventure (Lazy Bear Lodge)
Northern Canada
Head to Northern Canada in search of beluga whales and polar bears, whilst enjoying the long summer days.
Head to Northern Canada in search of beluga whales and polar bears, whilst enjoying the long summer days.
WHERE TO GO IN NORTHERN CANADA
Each province in Northern Canada boasts its own attractions and it’s no exaggeration to say each merits a holiday in its own right. From the wild landscapes, quaint frontier towns and spectacular northern lights in the Yukon to the incredible and unique wilderness experiences, spotting elusive polar bears in Manitoba.
Click on the tiles below the Northern Canada map for more details on each holiday destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Click on the tiles below the Northern Canada map for more details on each holiday destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Yukon
Follow in the footsteps of the Gold Rush pioneers and discover historic frontier towns such as Dawson City as well as larger than life scenery, blazing autumn colours, wildlife galore and of course, the northern lights.
Manitoba
Explore the history of Winnipeg, head out to Mount Riding National Park for vast hiking trails and wildlife sightings, and be sure to head to Churchill in July- Aug or Oct-Nov to spot polar bears in their natural habitat.
OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN NORTHERN CANADA
We feature a great range of accommodation in Northern Canada from Whitehorse City hotels to unique wilderness lodges. Maybe you’re looking for a cosy lodge to view the northern lights from near Whitehorse, a pioneer style hotel in Yukon's frontier community of Dawson City or a chic city stay in Winnipeg. Or maybe you're looking for a once in a lifetime chance to see Polar Bears in Churchill, Manitoba.
What you won’t find here are thousands of Yukon and Manitoba hotels and lodges to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
What you won’t find here are thousands of Yukon and Manitoba hotels and lodges to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Southern Lakes Resort
Northern Canada
Travel through the Yukon wilderness to the shores of Tagish Lake, either by scenic floatplane in autumn (weather dependant), or by road transfer through the Boreal Forest in the winter months.
Edgewater Hotel Whitehorse
Northern Canada
This historic hotel has enjoyed a prime location in the heart of Whitehorse for over 100 years.
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
Northern Canada
Located in downtown Whitehorse, this modest hotel is perfectly located to explore the town’s museums, restaurants and shopping.
Midnight Sun Hotel
Northern Canada
This characterful property boasts historic charm and a boutique feel.
Aurora Inn, Dawson City
Northern Canada
Located within walking distance of Dawson’s attractions, you’ll find this brightly coloured Pioneer style hotel.
Capital Suites Inuvik
Northern Canada
Located within walking distance of the small town of Inuvik, this friendly hotel offers a simple base from which to explore the northern reaches of the Northwest Territories.
WHAT TO DO IN NORTHERN CANADA
As well as some BIG scenery, Yukon and Manitoba in Canada are also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique way to experience the area’s wonderful culture and natural splendour that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.
One day you might be out riding the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad stepping back in time to the days of the Yukon gold rush era and the next panning for gold looking to strike it rich yourself!
From the healing waters of Wildlife Preserve & Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs to Kluane National Park, the natural wonders of these two northern provinces are never ending. Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Northern Canada holiday to life.
One day you might be out riding the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad stepping back in time to the days of the Yukon gold rush era and the next panning for gold looking to strike it rich yourself!
From the healing waters of Wildlife Preserve & Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs to Kluane National Park, the natural wonders of these two northern provinces are never ending. Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Northern Canada holiday to life.
White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad
10 hours
- Views from the White Pass Summit
- Chilkoot Trail
- Villages from the gold rush era
Yukon River Canoe Trip
4 hours
- Incredible natural environment
- Spot elusive local wildlife
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Tombstone Territorial Park Day Tour
7 hours
- Stunning views Dempster Highway
- North Klondike River 1 hour hike
- Picnic lunch
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Tuktoyaktuk & Mackenzie Valley Highway Tour
8-10 hours
- Once in a lifetime experience
- Local guide
- Remote culture
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT NORTHERN CANADA?
From early June, temperatures rise and the summer begins. Temperatures peak in July & August around 26°C and with the warm weather come beluga whales in Manitoba and moose, black bear and caribou in the Yukon. It's a busier time of year for canoeing and hiking but with a bonus of far fewer crowds than elsewhere in Canada. This far north, long summer days stretch past midnight allowing plenty of time to explore the mountains and hot springs, go wildlife viewing, hike, canoe or soak up the Gold Rush and First Nations history.
From late August, autumn turns the Yukon foliage a blazing red and the northern lights begin to appear, whilst in Manitoba, polar bear viewing begins in Churchill from October.
Winter runs from mid November to April, with snowfall, beautiful frozen lakes and temperatures dropping to -40°C. This time of year is truly magical and perfect for dog sledding, ice fishing, winter festivals and the most spectacular northern lights show.
From late August, autumn turns the Yukon foliage a blazing red and the northern lights begin to appear, whilst in Manitoba, polar bear viewing begins in Churchill from October.
Winter runs from mid November to April, with snowfall, beautiful frozen lakes and temperatures dropping to -40°C. This time of year is truly magical and perfect for dog sledding, ice fishing, winter festivals and the most spectacular northern lights show.
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