Dempster Highway Tours & Trips
Picture Canada's most remote highway crossing the Arctic Circle. The Dempster runs 736 km from Yukon through Northwest Territories to Inuvik, consisting of gravel road, passing through tundra, crossing two mountain ranges, and ferrying rivers. You're seeing landscapes few people reach, including caribou herds, possibly bears, and midnight sun in summer. The highway's an adventure itself, and Dawson City and Inuvik bookend it. This is one special highway.
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Sandra • traveled in August
This company answered all my questions before the trip very quickly. Thanks to Karin. The Arctic Adventure was incredible for me. As a Canadian - the history, the First Nation communities, the scenery - stepping into the Arctic Ocean, being in Tuktoyaktuk, etc. I must mention our Tour Guide Leo. He did an amazing job of driving The Dempster under sometimes difficult circumstances. I felt very safe during our travels. Thanks to you, Leo.
Arctic Summer Explorer | Road to the Arctic Sea - P
PHYLLIS • traveled in March, 2025
All I hoped for to travel by road from Whitehorse to Inuvik and on to the Arctic Ocean.
Arctic Winter Explorer | Ice Road to the Arctic Sea
The best Dempster Highway tour packages
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MelissaDempster Highway travel expert at TourRadar
- Arctic Summer Explorer | Road to the Arctic Sea
- Arctic Winter Explorer | Ice Road to the Arctic Sea
- Aurora Borealis Explorer
- Aurora Borealis Prospector
- Canada's Patagonia Trekking Tombstone Mountain - 8 days
- Arctic Tundra & Dawson City | Naturally Wild
- Classic Canoe Tour - Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City - 20 days
- Canoe Adventure on the Famous Yukon River
- Classic Canoe Tour - Yukon River from Carmacks to Dawson City - 13 days
- Sudengland's Movie Sets
Arctic Summer Explorer | Road to the Arctic Sea
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was an amazing adventure.. one we'll never forget. This trip is not for the faint hearted but so worth it.”
Christine, traveled in July
The iconic Dempster Highway winds through Tombstone Park's jagged peaks and ancient Ogilvie Mountains. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound as you cross the Arctic Circle and visit remote communities like Fort MacPherson before reaching the Mackenzie Delta and Inuvik.
Duration 7 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Arctic Range Adventure From
- US$3,598
Arctic Winter Explorer | Ice Road to the Arctic Sea
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All I hoped for to travel by road from Whitehorse to Inuvik and on to the Arctic Ocean.”
PHYLLIS, traveled in February
The historic Dempster Highway stretches past Tombstone Mountains and Ogilvie Range. Eagle Plains Hotel provides rest before crossing the Arctic Circle and visiting Fort MacPherson's Lost Patrol memorial.
Duration 8 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Arctic Range Adventure From $3,454
6% Off- US$3,247You save $207
Snowshoeing adventures await on the legendary Dempster Highway into Tombstone Park's wilderness. Wildlife spotting in the tundra and hot lunches in heated shelters fill your days, while nights at Dawson City's Eldorado Hotel offer Aurora viewing from a cozy yurt.
Duration 4 days Destinations Dawson City, Tombstone Territorial Park Age Range Ages 10+ Operator The Klondike Experience From
6% Off- US$1,272
The iconic Dempster Highway region unfolds from Dawson City, showcasing Discovery Claim and Dredge No. 4. The Eldorado hotel serves as base camp for guided Aurora viewing from a comfortable yurt, combining Gold Rush history with natural winter wonders.
Duration 3 days Destinations Dawson City Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator The Klondike Experience From
6% Off- US$833
Trek through Tombstone Territorial Park's Arctic tundra along the Dempster Highway, hiking to Grizzly Lake, Divide Lake, and Glissade Pass while surrounded by jagged peaks often called 'the Patagonia of the North.' Camp for five nights under northern skies in 2-person tents, with base camps at Tombstone Campground and Grizzly Lake, walking trails that showcase autumn colors in greens, yellows, oranges, and deep reds across endless valleys. In historic Dawson City, visit Jack London's cabin and Bonanza Creek's gold rush sites, then spend an evening at Diamond Tooth Gerties casino watching Can-Can dancers perform.
Duration 8 days Destinations Dawson City, Tombstone Territorial Park Age Range Ages 16+ Operator ASI Reisen From
6% Off- US$2,382
The historic Dempster Highway leads to Tombstone Mountains' pristine wilderness. Unique tundra landscapes provide spectacular views of Discovery Ridge and North Fork Pass, while Tombstone Visitor Center offers regional insights.
Duration 6 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City, Tombstone Territorial Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Arctic Range Adventure From
6% Off- US$2,487
Duration 20 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
6% Off- US$3,567
Gold rush heritage lines the historic Dempster Highway, linking Yukon River adventures from Whitehorse to Dawson City. Fort Selkirk's ruins, Five Finger Rapids, and active gold mines at Eldorado and Bonanza Creek highlight this 700km wilderness route.
Duration 20 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator DIAMIR Erlebnisreisen From
6% Off- US$3,555
Paddle 400 kilometers along the Yukon River from Carmacks to Dawson City, navigating the historic Five Finger Rapids and camping on remote islands over 9 nights. Check out the abandoned Fort Selkirk trading post, visit active gold mines at Bonanza Creek, and stay 2 nights at a hotel in Dawson City where you can see can-can dancing at Diamond Tooth Gertie's Casino. This 13-day expedition accommodates groups of up to 12 travelers aged 16+.
Duration 13 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in Only: German Operator ASI Reisen From
6% Off- US$2,493
Untouched tundra stretches along the 730km Dempster Highway, home to caribou and moose. Eagle Plains marks the Arctic Circle crossing, while Richardson Mountains and remote communities like Fort McPherson lead to the Arctic coast at Tuktoyaktuk.
Duration 8 days Destinations Whitehorse, Yukon, Dawson City, Eagle Plains, Tombstone Territorial Park, Inuvik Age Range Ages 7+ Operator DERTOUR From
6% Off- US$3,564
What our customers ask about Dempster Highway Tours & Trips
What are the main highlights and attractions along the Dempster Highway?
The Dempster Highway stretches through some of Canada's most remote landscapes offering access to key destinations. Travelers encounter the sharp peaks of Tombstone Territorial Park the historic Klondike goldfields near Dawson City and the symbolic Arctic Circle crossing point. The route continues through the Mackenzie River Delta to Inuvik before reaching Tuktoyaktuk on the Arctic Ocean where visitors can see pingos (ice-cored hills) and connect with Inuvialuit communities. As a TourRadar traveler mentioned "The route offers some of the greatest geographic diversity in the country from the young Tombstone Mountains to the ancient unglaciated Ogilvie Mountains."
What types of accommodation can I expect on Dempster Highway tours?
Lodging options along the Dempster Highway range from standard hotels to unique wilderness stays. Major stops include the Coast Hotel in Whitehorse and the Eldorado Hotel in Dawson City. The Eagle Plains Hotel stands as the sole accommodation option for a 300km stretch. Inuvik provides modern hotel facilities while some tours feature stays at places like the Black Spruce eco-cabins near Whitehorse. One TourRadar traveler noted about Eagle Plains: "The modest hotel fuel station and highway maintenance station feels like an oasis after a long day of driving."
What cultural experiences are available in the communities along the Dempster Highway?
Communities along the Dempster Highway provide direct connections to northern Canadian cultures. In Tuktoyaktuk visitors can join Inuvialuit families to taste muktuk and learn about Arctic life. Dawson City preserves its Gold Rush heritage through sites like Diamond Tooth Gerties and the Jack London Cabin. Fort McPherson and Tsiigehtchic offer insights into Gwich'in and Han First Nations traditions. According to a TourRadar traveler "Meeting local Inuvialuit families in Tuktoyaktuk and learning about their traditions was the highlight of our journey."
How long are typical Dempster Highway country tours?
Standard tours along the Dempster Highway take between 8-12 days covering the region's key locations and experiences. Common options include a 10-day Arctic Road Trip tour from 4,401 USD and an 8-day Arctic Ocean tour at 2,938 USD. Each program covers essential stops like Dawson City Eagle Plains and Inuvik. According to a TourRadar traveler "The 10-day itinerary gave us plenty of time to experience everything without feeling rushed."
What kind of meals and food experiences are available along the Dempster Highway?
Food along the Dempster Highway reflects the region's diverse cultural heritage. Options range from Inuvialuit dishes in Tuktoyaktuk to Gold Rush-inspired meals in Dawson City. The Eldorado Hotel serves daily breakfasts and dinners while certain tours add wilderness picnics and Arctic cuisine experiences. A TourRadar traveler shared "Trying traditional foods like muktuk with an Inuvialuit family in Tuktoyaktuk was a fascinating cultural experience that gave us real insight into life in the Arctic."
What are the unique wildlife can be spotted along the Dempster Highway?
Wildlife viewing opportunities abound along the Dempster Highway with Tombstone Territorial Park offering sightings of Porcupine caribou herds moose and Arctic foxes. The Yukon Wildlife Preserve near Whitehorse ensures visitors can see northern species in their natural settings. Around Inuvik the tundra landscape hosts barren-ground caribou and muskoxen. A TourRadar traveler shared "We were amazed to see a group of caribou crossing the highway near Tombstone Park and our guide's knowledge of local wildlife made the experience even more special."