What is included?
- Air Tickets (6 segments) flying Air Canada with boarding fees;
- Checked baggage: 1 suitcase up to 23 kg + 1 hand luggage up to 8 kg;
- Travel Insurance GTA (coverage up to 85 years, for older ages please request a quote);
- Accompanying guide from Brazil;
- 8 nights of accommodation in 4* hotels with breakfast;
- 8 meals;
- Excursions described in the itinerary with equipment, transportation, and specialized local guide;
- Rental of thermal clothing (full outfit);
- Aurora viewing at Aurora Village Yellowknife in heated tents;
- Service fees and hotel taxes;
- Private transfers.
What is not included?
- Optional excursions, personal expenses, drinks;
- Meals not described as "included" in the program;
- Visas, electronic permissions, vaccination certificates, or any documents required for entry into the country (if necessary at the time of travel);
- Everything that is not described as "included" in the program.
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Itinerary
Day 1: 18th February (Thursday) - São Paulo/Toronto (Connection)
Presentation at São Paulo International Airport (Terminal 3) for meeting with the accompanying guide and boarding procedures. Departure of the flight to Toronto.
Day 2: 19th February (Friday) - Toronto/Vancouver
Arrival of the flight in Toronto. Immigration procedures and boarding for the flight to Vancouver.
Upon arrival, reception at the airport by our guide and local team.
Transfer to the hotel and the rest of the day free.
Dinner (included).
Day 3: 20th February (Saturday) - Vancouver
Departure after breakfast to explore the city. Panoramic city tour visiting some of the main tourist attractions (Stanley Park, Canada Place, Gastown, English Bay, and Granville Island). At the end of the tour, return to the hotel and the rest of the day free.
Dinner (included).
Day 4: 21st February (Sunday) - Vancouver
After breakfast, departure to explore the northern region of Vancouver. A combination of forest, suspension bridge, mountain, and winter landscapes.
At the end of the tour, return to the hotel and the rest of the day free.
Dinner (included).
Day 5: 22nd February (Monday) - Vancouver/Yellowknife (Aurora)
Check-out after breakfast and departure for the airport.
Boarding procedure for the flight to Yellowknife, one of the world's major capitals for aurora borealis sightings.
Upon arriving in the city, we will be welcomed by our local team who will take us to the place to pick up thermal clothing, essential for the cold nights illuminated by the northern lights.
Accommodation at the hotel.
Dinner (included).
At a previously informed time, departure for our first night of aurora hunting.
Day 6: 23rd February (Tuesday) - Yellowknife (Historical + Aurora)
On this day, we will visit some tourist spots in the city. A short tour conducted in the afternoon.
Dinner (included).
At a previously informed time, departure for our first night of aurora hunting.
Day 7: 24th February (Wednesday) - Yellowknife (Dog Sledding + Aurora)
One of the most remarkable experiences of the Canadian winter will be the dog sledding experience, a traditional sled ride pulled by dogs, conducted amidst the snowy landscapes of Yellowknife.
Everyone will interact with the dogs, learn a bit about this typical practice of the northern regions of Canada, and experience the thrill of gliding through the snow in a silent, white, and enchanting setting.
The activity provides unique moments for photos, contemplation, and contact with nature, without requiring great physical effort. It is an authentic, safe, and very special experience that connects travelers to the spirit of the Canadian Arctic winter.
Dinner (included).
At a previously informed time, departure for our first night of aurora hunting.
Day 8: 25th February (Thursday) - Yellowknife (Ice Fishing + Aurora)
An authentic winter experience in northern Canada, ice fishing invites travelers to experience a typical tradition of the Arctic regions, amidst the frozen scenery of Yellowknife.
The activity takes place on frozen lakes in the region, where small holes are prepared in the ice for fishing. The great advantage for the comfort of the group is the heated cabin structure, allowing participants to enjoy the experience protected from the intense cold, with the guidance of local guides and a safe environment.
During the tour, you will be able to observe the vast white landscape, learn a bit about local customs, and participate in ice fishing in a light and relaxed manner, without the need for prior experience. It is a calm, curious, and very special experience that combines nature, culture, and the charm of Canadian winter.
Dinner (included).
At a previously informed time, departure for our first night of aurora hunting.
Day 9: 26th February (Friday) - Yellowknife/Vancouver
Check-out and departure for the airport, where we will carry out boarding procedures for the flight to Vancouver.
*These flights usually depart in the early hours of the morning, requiring departure from the hotel in the middle of the night.
Upon arriving in Vancouver, transfer to the hotel for accommodation and rest. Free day.
Dinner (included).
Day 10: 27th February (Saturday) - Vancouver/Toronto (connection)
Check-out after breakfast and departure for the airport, where we will carry out boarding procedures for the flight to Toronto (connection).
Day 11: 28th February (Sunday) - Toronto/São Paulo
Arrival at São Paulo International Airport.
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Important notes
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This summary does not replace the complete reading of our General Conditions. It is essential to read the entire document.
🚌 Boarding- Strictly follow the schedules and locations provided by the Vivências team. Delays and their consequences are the responsibility of the passenger.
- At boarding, present your original photo ID and identify yourself to the Vivências representative.
- Road trips: a tolerance of 15 minutes after the boarding time. After this period, the passenger will be considered a no-show.
- Air travel: arrive at the airport at least 3 hours in advance for domestic flights and 4 hours for international flights.
🪪 Documentation
- Documents must be original, valid, legible, and in good condition. Expired, scratched, or damaged documents are not accepted and will prevent boarding.
- Domestic travel: RG, National Identity Card (CIN), passport, driver's license with photo, professional council card with photo, or physical work card with photo. In case of theft, robbery, or loss, a police report issued no more than 60 days ago is accepted.
- Mercosur (including cruises): valid passport or RG/CIN issued less than 10 years ago. The driver's license is not accepted.
- Other international travel: passport with a minimum validity of 6 months from the return date.
- Visas: obtaining the visa required by the destination country is the responsibility of the passenger. Granting is the exclusive decision of the authorities of each country, and Vivências has no influence over it.
👧 Minors
- Domestic travel (under 16 years): may travel accompanied by parents or legal guardians, or by grandparents, siblings, or uncles over 18 years old, proving the relationship with a birth certificate or official document. When accompanied by another adult, written authorization from the parents or guardian is required, with notarized signature. When unaccompanied, judicial authorization is required.
- International travel (under 18 years): if not accompanied by both parents, authorization from the absent father and/or mother, with notarized signature, or judicial authorization is required, according to CNJ Resolution No. 131/2011.
- Accommodation: minors can only stay accompanied by parents or guardians, or with written authorization from them, with notarized signature (ECA, art. 82).
- A birth certificate is only accepted as identification for minors under 12 years old.
🧳 Luggage
- Road trips: 1 suitcase up to 23 kg and 1 carry-on bag per passenger.
- Air travel: the airline's baggage allowance rules apply, as stated on the ticket.
- Label your suitcase with your name and phone number, and carry documents, money, electronics, and medications in your carry-on bag.
🛡️ Insurance
- Overnight trips: basic assistance insurance included as a courtesy for passengers up to 85 years old.
- One-day tours: no insurance included, and purchasing is optional.
- Passengers over 85 years old or those wishing for greater coverage can purchase a specific plan with our team.
💊 Health
- Bring continuous-use medications in your carry-on bag, in sufficient quantity for the entire trip, along with the prescription.
- Inform our team at the time of booking about dietary restrictions, allergies, or reduced mobility.
- Some destinations require a vaccination certificate, such as for yellow fever. Check the requirements in the travel program.
📱 During the trip
- The guide's contact information is sent along with the boarding documents. In case of any unforeseen events, speak to them first.
- Respect the schedules for tours and transfers: the tolerance is 15 minutes.
- We recommend activating location services in the Guide App, which is optional and used only for your safety during the trip.
