Have you ever wished you’d traveled differently after visiting a destination and learning the in’s and out’s of that location?

We are blessed to live in a time where we can book an experience through the click of a button. However, the typical traveler today wants more than to be able to get from point A to point B quickly. Ultimately, you are looking for an experience that’s uniquely yours. A curated travel expert can provide you with that.

Curated travel experts like Overland Yukon work with your requirements to create unique holidays and adventures specific to you. Whether you wish to climb the mountains in Kluane National Park, visit the Southern Lakes in and around Atlin B.C., or paddle the Yukon River, we can make it happen. Each trip is specially built around your needs and desires, as our chief exploration officers use their knowledge to curate trips that match your dreams.

“Curated travel has evolved so much over the years,” Leigh Barnes, chief customer officer for Intrepid Travel. “While for some it used to conjure images of big bus tours and crowds of 40 tourists following a guide holding a red flag, the reality of curated tours today is much different.”

Itineraries built from scratch. Secret locations. Flexible travel dates. We plan your trip while you dream.

Who is curated travel really good for?

Curated travel is suited for those seeking next-level journeys. For those of you who like spontaneity and adventure off the beaten path, tourism experts like Overland Yukon can help you find that. There are also opportunities to accomodate a more mindful and laid back experience, if you’re more of a relaxing getaway type of person. It's an incredible feeling when your journey exceeds all of your expectations. When your trip isn't off the shelf, but tailored to your exact requests and dreams. From pointing you toward the right information to providing 24/7 support, here are the reasons why you should book your next trip with a curated travel expert.

1. You Won’t Have to Compromise on Your Dreams

Curated travel offers real-life opportunities to engage with the world around you while allowing you to maximize the most of your time there. Travelers get the best insight into the true essence of a location, as experts present a selection of trip packages that are based on their first-hand knowledge of the area. For those who love the cheesy common tourism spots, your trip expert can map out an itinerary to help you enjoy them all. Those looking to experience an adventure off the beaten track can also find it with curated travel. We insist on understanding your “why” to create the best experience for you.

2. Value for Your Money

With local connections, Overland Yukon negotiates the best prices to help you create the holiday you desire, for a price that fits your budget. You'd be surprised how much money you can waste planning a trip by yourself if you aren’t accustomed to planning. From tracking down cheap hotel deals in hard-to-find regions to booking your flights to save you the headache of finding them yourself, our chief exploration officers are here to help you save money where you can. By renting a car with your curated travel company of choice, you can also cut transportation costs between each region.

3. The Trip Can Be Customized to Your Interests

A curated travel partner seeks to make your vacations as specialized as possible, rather than the one-size-fits-all philosophy of traditional travel experiences. As the industry's demand continues to grow, experts are aligning travel with niche experiences to meet the diverse requirements of each adventurer.

Through Airbnb Experiences, travellers can now try their hand at an artistic skill, cooking class, or a hike, while visiting a unique cultural destination - to experience their hobbies in a whole new light. In the Yukon, locals offer the opportunity to take a guided tours of the northern lights. Overland Yukon also offers the option for visitors to book guided one-day hiking tours, paddling trips, and other wilderness excursions led by our chief exploration officers. Let us know your vision or thought starters and we'll take it from there. It’s truly that easy.

4. It Helps Ensure Your Safety

In traveling to new unfamiliar spots, it’s smart to have someone who knows the area looking out for you. A curated travel expert is exactly that. While you will enjoy the privacy of a self-guided trip, trip providers like Overland Yukon offer 24/7 support and communication with you during your journey. The Yukon is a remote place, with Wi-Fi and mobile service is only available in hub communities, such as Whitehorse, Carcross, Haines Junction, and Dawson City. Driving ten minutes outside of these hub communities, the internet can be limited and more difficult to find.

Regardless of where you are in the Yukon, you’ll always be able to charge your devices when you travel with us. Overland Yukon provides vans and Overland jeeps fitted with rooftop tents and all-inclusive camping gear to help you make the most of your journey. Providing add-on solar packages which include a charging base station and a solar panel, we can help you ensure that you’ll be able to charge your gear day and night.

Mobility services are covered by Bell in the Yukon. You can see a coverage map from Bell Canada here, which maps 5G, 4G, LTE, HSPA and 3G network coverage in the territory. Search areas such as Whitehorse, Carcross, and Haines Junction in the search bar.

5. Flexible Payment Options

Booking your flights, hotels, and other trip expenses separately makes it difficult to keep track of all the billing and payment information. If you book with a curated travel company, however, you can designate your payments into different installments. This will create greater ease and flexibility in making your payments.

To confirm your reservation with Overland Yukon, 25% of your booking total is due upon completion of the booking process. For example, if you want to reserve 4 nights ($1,180 at $295/night), to confirm your booking, you must pay a $295 deposit. Your remaining balance is due one week prior to your trip. You can also pay the full balance upon booking.

For insurance and other fees, please visit our FAQ page.

6. It Gives Back to the Communities You Choose to Visit

As a traveler, you help local communities by traveling with small, local travel curators like Overland Yukon. Like many popular travel spots, the Yukon’s tourism industry is a major contributor to the local economy, responsible for between 3.9% and 7.2% of the Yukon's GDP each year. Supporting small operators (hoteliers, restaurateurs, guided tours) who provide travel experiences helps small communities thrive. To support small travel companies while traveling abroad, buy souvenirs, eat in local restaurants, donate to local projects, and visit local museums.

What can you find on a curated trip that you cannot get otherwise?

With curated trips, guests can gain access to places that may otherwise seem hard or impossible to reach. And they may potentially get better rates for experience and accommodation to boot. Overland Yukon can’t speak for other companies, but our guests are getting world-class access to some of the most untouched terrain the world has to offer. They are getting to see things that they might never be able to find or visit on their own. A chance to experience things that are entirely new to them. Things like flying over the world’s largest non-polar ice field and paddling along some of the freshest water in Canada. Driving along the Dempster Highway until they reach the Arctic Circle. We’re here to help our visitors make sure they discover all of that while they’re here.

Are you intrigued, but unsure where you want to go? Check out the FAQ section or make an inquiry through the Overland Yukon website, and we’ll make sure one of our chief exploration officers gets back to you at our earliest convenience.

Why You Should Book Your Next Vacay With A Curated Travel Expert