Canada : Northern Lights in Canada
Spectacular and unique Tundra Buggy Northern Lights Holidays in the snowcovered setting of arctic Canada. The Tundra Buggy is a specially adapted vehicle which will take away from all sources of artificial lights into Churchill, the heart of Canada’s arctic wildness, to increase your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis. Our incredible Northern Lights Holidays in Canada also include a variety of daytime excursions to Churchill's highlights and a husky safari. Our holidays in Churchill are designed to give you the optimum chance of seeing the mesmerising Northern Lights flashing across the sky in striking arcs of green, red and blue. If you are lucky you will be treated to an array of Northern Lights sightings during this holiday, making this a truly unforgettable holiday which will be ingrained in your memory for the rest of your life.
Day 1 -
Arrive in Winnipeg
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After you arrival in Winnipeg transfer to your hotel, the Inn at the Forks (transfers not included). Following check-in there will be a meet and greet, after which you will be free to unwind for the rest of the evening. Overnight stay at the Inn at the Forks.
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Day 2 -
Full day Museum program
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Enjoy a delectable breakfast before transferring to the Manitoba Museum, where you will spend today exploring its fascinating exhibits. During a full day programme you will see: A presentation in the Planetarium, the Fire in the Sky program, the photography clinic, an Inuit People of the North program and go on a gallery tour. After a day exploring Canada’s captivating history and learning about the astronomy behind the Northern Lights, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Winnipeg.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3 -
Transfer to Churchill
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In the morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Churchill. On arrival there will be a Town & Area Bus tour of Churchill, during which you will have the opportunity to see the many sights of this idyllic town, following the tour you will be taken to your hotel for check in. In the afternoon there will be a visit to the Eskimo Museum, which features Canada's finest collections of Inuit carvings, kayaks and artefacts.During the evening you will have dinner at the Hudson Bay Quest Banquet before setting off on your first Northern Lights Tundra Buggy Tour in Canada. The Tundra buggy is a comfortable safari vehicle which will allow you to venture out into Churchill’s arctic wilderness in search of the lights, whilst still remaining warm and comfortable. Overnight stay at the Tundra Inn.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 4 -
Dog Sledding
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Today you will visit the start line of the world famous Hudson Bay Quest, were a yearly husky sled race is held. In the afternoon you will get to try husky sledding yourself, after which you will go on an evening Buggy tour in search of the Northern Lights. After the tour you will return to the Tundra Inn for an overnight stay.
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Days 5 to 6 -
Snowshoeing program
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During the next two days you will get to explore the history, culture and landscape of Canada on a combination of activities including a snowshoeing program and local Inuit culture and wildlife presentations. in the evenings you will go on extensive Tundra Buggy Northern Lights safaris. After your exhilarating excursions you will return to the Tundra Inn.
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Day 7 -
Transfer back to Winnipeg
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Today you will be transferred to the airport for a mid-day flight with Calm Air. On your arrival in Winnipeg transfer to the Sheraton Four Points Hotel for an overnight stay.
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Day 8 -
Depart Winnipeg
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Leave Canada via Winnipeg airport on a return flight to the UK.
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Our Northern Lights holidays in Canada make for a great family holiday experience. Book now to avoid disappointment.