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5 Days 4 Nights Northern Lights Christmas Holiday In Yellowknife

Arctic Tours Canada
Let the Northern Lights enchant you in Yellowknife

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking wintry wonders and enchanting snowy scenery of Yellowknife during an exhilarating 5-day, 4-night Christmas outdoor adventure. Picture yourself spending the daylight hours dog sledding across the pristine landscape, then experiencing the thrill of driving on an ice road with just 5 feet of ice separating you from the incredible 630-meter plunge of Great Slave Lake, one of the world’s largest lakes. As night falls, indulge in the awe-inspiring splendor of the Northern Lights mesmerizing after-dark aurora viewing excursions. This is not just a trip; it’s a magical journey that promises memories to last a lifetime.

Package Highlights

  • 5 days 4 nights accommodation at Explorer Hotel or Chateau Nova hotel including breakfast
  • 2 nights Aurora Hunting Tours
  • 1 night Northern Lights-Viewing at Arctic Aurora Camp in glass tipi or cabin
  • 1 night Northern Lights-Viewing at Aboriginal camp or SKYDOME
  • 1 meal voucher from local restaurant
  • Complementary hot beverages on aurora tours
  • Yellowknife sightseeing city tour
  • Traditional dog-sledding tour
  • Round trip tours & hotel transportation
  • Free Christmas present

Not Included

  • Winter clothing rental (recommended)

Dene Cultural Experience

North of Aurora Adventures

Discover the Richness of Dene Culture

Embark on an enlightening afternoon session dedicated to exploring the vibrant culture, history, and way of life of the Dene people. This experience is designed to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the indigenous communities in the Northwest Territories. As you delve into our traditions, stories, and authentic culture, you will gain a new perspective of the North and its people.

Optional add-ons to this experience include traditional indigenous lunch (typically a tasty stew and bannock), and a traditional dog sled ride.

Please note that the Dene Cultural Experience has a minimum of 5 people per tour date.

Witness the Aurora In Our Warm Skydome

North of 60 Aurora Adventures

View the Aurora Borealis in Style

Imagine a serene night under a vast, starry sky, the air crisp and fresh with the promise of nature’s most spectacular light show, the Aurora Borealis. To truly immerse yourself in this enchanting experience, book our spacious luxury sky dome near Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. The tour takes place minutes from Yellowknife in our THREE skydomes! We have one large skydome that holds ~20 guests and have recently added two newly MINI skydomes that can each accommodate ~10 guests.

Guests are welcome to use all three domes and the outdoor space throughout their aurora tour.

Two Hour Authentic Dogsledding Tour

North of 60 Aurora Adventures

Embark on an exhilarating dog sledding tour through the breathtaking boreal winter wonderland near Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.

Glide across a frozen lake as you become part of an age-old tradition that showcases the deep bond between northerners and their loyal sled dogs. Dog sled rides are approximately 25 minutes each, and total tour is approx. 2 hours, pending group size.

There are two sessions per day for dog sledding; The first session starts at 12, and if there are more than 16 people booked, the second group will start at 2. We will contact all who are in the second group to confirm their pickup times. If you are not contacted you will be picked up at the regularly scheduled time. 

From Scratch Bakeshop & Boba

From Scratch Bakeshop & Boba

Welcome to From Scratch Bakeshop & Boba, right here in Centre Square Mall, downtown Yellowknife!

We’re all about daily homemade goodness, from buttery croissants to Asian soft breads and authentic Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches. And don’t miss our signature bubble milk tea drinks, freshly brewed coffee, and hot tea. We offer both to-go and dine-in options.

Open Hours:

Monday to Friday: 10 am – 6 pm

Saturday & Sunday: 12 pm – 6 pm

NWT Charter Services

NWT Charter Services

Charter the bus. Tour the North. Explore more.

Local tours, private transfers, and charter travel in Yellowknife!

See below for some of our Local Tour options:

  • Aurora Hunting (Bus or Private SUV)
  • Aurora Viewing at Cabin and Teepee
  • Sightseeing City Tours
  • Bison & Wildlife Tours
  • Waterfall & Nature Hiking Tours
  • Art Gallery, Writing Cultural Tours 
  • Multi-Night Aurora Packages

Some of our Private Transfer and Charter Travel around Yellowknife:

  • Private Airport Transfers (SUV or Bus)
  • Group Travel & Shuttle Services
  • Corporate & Sporting Event Transport
  • Out-of-Territory Trips
  • Customized Itineraries
  • Budget Friendly Rates

Need help choosing or can’t spot your tour? We’re here to make booking easy.

Yellowknife City Tour + Nature’s North Wildlife Gallery

Yellowknife City Tour + Nature's North Wildlife Gallery

We live locally in Yellowknife and that makes a huge difference in understanding the history, local communities and landscape of Yellowknife. We have Cantonese, Mandarin and English-speaking tour guides.

Immerse yourself in the rich northern culture of Yellowknife City with a comprehensive tour. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Legislative Assembly, Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, and Frontier Visitor Centre. Take in the charm of downtown and old town on a scenic drive, pausing at Pilot Monument for breathtaking city views. In winter, venture onto the Dettah ice road, and don’t miss the enchanting Snowking’s Ice Castle experience in March.

Enhance your City Tour experience with a visit to Nature’s North Wildlife Gallery, a tranquil oasis in Yellowknife. Whether you’re a fervent nature enthusiast or not, prepare to be enchanted by a captivating world of Arctic flora and fauna brought to life through meticulously preserved taxidermy exhibits. Join us as we delve into the breathtaking diversity of Northwest Territories wildlife and immerse yourselves in the allure and charm of the enchanting wilderness!

Blachford Lodge

Blachford Lodge a stunning eco-friendly lodge is situated in pristine wilderness, 100 km from the city of Yellowknife in Canada’s Northwest Territories. It is only accessible by bush plane and operates in summer, fall and winter, offering seasonal unrivalled views of the night sky, unpolluted by artificial light. Blachford Lodge is one of the most sought-after destinations for aurora viewing in the Canadian north. Summer is flooded with bright sun, long days, and trophy fishing for Pike, Trout and Grayling.

Our guest facilities include free wireless internet, hot tub, sauna, and Aurora-watch wake-up service. Unusually for a remote lodge accessible from Yellowknife, our main building includes running hot water and showers, as well as comfortable hotel-style toilets. There are 5 guest rooms in the main lodge, and 5 separate stand alone log cabins. These log cabins provide a special blend of comfort and adventure, taking you back to the days of the fur-trappers, European pioneers and indigenous peoples who helped make northern Canada the vibrant, yet still timeless place that it is today. Check out our virtual tour here!

Blachford Lodge has become one of the world’s top Aurora viewing destinations for very good reason. The Eco-initiatives and authentic experiences offered by the lodge are topped off by the best Aurora viewing opportunities on earth. From far and wide, guests travel to Canada’s north to be wow-ed by the hospitality, outdoor experiences, and dazzling skies that the lodge has to offer.

For more information, please visit our website or give us a call – we would love to host you in Canada’s spectacular Northwest Territories.

Yellowknife Historical Museum

Yellowknife Historical Museum

The Yellowknife Historical Museum and Interpretive Centre showcases Yellowknife’s Indigenous, sporting, cultural, geological, and mining history. Along with our exhibit hall, this Museum also has a gift shop that is stocked almost entirely by local artists and a Restaurant/Café area open for lunch and dinner.

Our Museum has a wide verity of interests for locals and tourists. In our exhibits, you will see a variety of displays highlighting:

  • The history of the Earth: landforms, rocks, and minerals
  • The history of the people: Indigenous Culture, arts, entrepreneurial settlers, sports, and recreation
  • The History of industry: prospecting, mining, agriculture, fishing, and remediation

Exhibits that have been of local interest for School tours are our exhibits featuring Inuit and Dene games, hockey, dog sledding, curling and an interactive play area for children and those who are children at heart. We also have an extensive public collection of information regarding the geological and cultural history of Yellowknife including that of the gold and diamond mining in the area, following that journey right up to the Giant Mine Remediation Project.

The Yellowknife Historical Museum and Interpretive Centre is located on Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional territory of the Wiiliideh Yellowknives Dene First Nation and home of the North Slave Métis. We respectfully acknowledge our presence on the Indigenous land around Yellowknife.

This is a community-driven Museum run by the non-profit organization the Yellowknife Historical Society. Entry is by donation.

The hours for our Restaurant, The Miner’s Mess, operated by Hidden Gem are:

Monday Closed
Tuesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm