DAWSON CITY’S WINTER WONDERLAND

To get away from it all, see the Northern Lights and truly embrace the cold. Journeying to the frozen north during the darkest days is like reaching the end of the road, literally—the Top of the World Highway that connects the Yukon to Alaska closes in mid-october. But not to worry, pack plenty of layers and let Dawson’s downy mantle of snow cocoon you in its pristine beauty.

Go dog sledding with local mushers, or snowmobile through the woods by day. By night, watch the dazzling aurora borealis light up the sky with streaks of green and yellow from the comfort of a cosy yurt. The Klondike Experience organizes winter excursions.