Fly into the under-rated capital of Manitoba and gateway to the prairies, home to the world’s largest Inuit art collection.

Take the train to this Hudson Bay outpost to see hordes of beluga whales and – while you can – polar bears up close.

Fly or drive to Edmonton and then Dawson Creek before following the epic stretch of Alaska Highway up to the lively capital of the Yukon, Whitehorse.

Continue north from Whitehorse through the wilderness on the Klondike Highway, enjoying the toasty pools at Takhini Hot Springs.

Take a break from the road at this iconic northern frontier town, centre of the Klondike gold rush.

Cut back to Haines or Skagway to catch this scenic ferry service south through coastal Alaska.

The marine highway re-enters Canada at this port town, stepping off point for the Grizzly Bear Sanctuary and whale-watching tours.

Take the ferry across to this magical island archipelago in the Pacific, rich in aboriginal culture, flora and fauna.