Falls to Frontier
From the thundering Niagara Falls and cosmopolitan Toronto to the untamed wilderness of the Yukon, this 14-day journey shows the many sides of Canada. Fly over the vast St Elias icefields, paddle the historic Yukon River and enjoy the freedom of a self-drive through the Kluane region. Finish in Vancouver, where the Capilano Suspension Bridge and the city’s mountain and ocean setting make a memorable end to this itinerary.
Your Itinerary
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Day 1 : Niagara Falls
Arrive at Toronto Pearson International Airport, where you’ll be met and transferred by coach to Niagara Falls for a one-night stay. The rest of the evening is yours to explore. The Falls are beautifully illuminated after dark.
Day 2 : Niagara Falls – Toronto
Begin the day with a Voyage to the Falls boat tour, taking you right into the mist at the foot of the Horseshoe Falls. Later, travel by coach to Toronto and check in to your hotel for a two-night stay.
Day 3 : Toronto
A full day at leisure to discover Canada’s largest city. You could take in the views from the CN Tower, browse St Lawrence Market, explore the Distillery District or take the ferry to the Toronto Islands for skyline views.
Day 4 : Whitehorse
Make your own way to Toronto Pearson Airport for your flight to Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon. On arrival, check in to your hotel for a one-night stay.
Day 5 : Haines Junction
Collect your hire car and set off through the Yukon’s wide-open landscapes towards the Kluane region. On arrival, check in to Mount Logan Ecolodge for a three-night stay, a remote and peaceful base surrounded by wilderness.
Day 6 : Kluane National Park
Today’s highlight is the Icefield Discovery “Major Peaks of the St Elias” tour, a flightseeing experience over the largest non-polar icefields in the world. You’ll see glaciers and some of the highest peaks in North America, including Mount Logan, Canada’s tallest mountain.
Day 7 : Haines Junction
A free day to enjoy the peace of the wilderness. Explore nearby trails, look out for wildlife or simply relax at the lodge.
Day 8 : Southern Lakes Resort
Drive to Southern Lakes Resort and check in for a two-night stay – a year-round wilderness retreat on the shores of the Southern Lakes system in the Yukon.
Day 9 : Southern Lakes Resort
A day at leisure to unwind by the lake. You might try some fishing or paddling, hike nearby trails, or simply enjoy the scenery.
Day 10 : Whitehorse
Drive back to Whitehorse, where you’ll enjoy a canoe tour of the Yukon River, paddling the waterway that was central to the Klondike Gold Rush. Check in to your Whitehorse hotel for a one-night stay.
Day 11 : Vancouver
Return your hire car at the airport and fly to Vancouver. Check in to your hotel for a three-night stay, with the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 12 : Vancouver
Visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, with admission included. Walk across the 137-metre suspension bridge high above the Capilano River, then explore the Treetops Adventure and Cliffwalk. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Day 13 : Vancouver
A free day to explore the city. You may wish to explore Stanley Park, Granville Island with its public market or Gastown – Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhood with steam clock and independent shops.
Day 14 : Departure
Make your way to Vancouver Airport for your return flight to the UK.
