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6 Best 1-Day Tours In Fairbanks

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The 6 most-booked 1-day tours out of Fairbanks, ranked by traveller numbers. What's actually on the itinerary, what the conditions are like, and what each one really costs once the pickups and gear are in.

6 Best 1-Day Tours In Fairbanks

From Fairbanks: Arctic Circle Northern Lights Full-Day Trip

From Fairbanks: Arctic Circle Northern Lights Full-Day Trip - Crossing the Arctic Circle at 66.5622° and Getting the Certificate

1.From Fairbanks: Arctic Circle Northern Lights Full-Day Trip

Most Popular★ 4.4

Chase the aurora on a full-day Arctic Circle drive from Fairbanks: cross 66.5622°, learn the Pipeline story, and enjoy Yukon stops.

“Colleen picked us up on time, and our trip began at 12:45 pm. After picking up more guests, we headed to the Arctic Circle. Ash and Colleen were amazing throughout. Our first stop was the pipeline, which initially didn’t seem fascinating, but Ash’s detailed explanation made me appreciate its marvel. Next, we visited the Yukon…”

151 reviews14 hoursFrom $320by 1st Alaska Tours

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1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska - From Elliott Highway to the Arctic Circle sign: what each moment is really for

Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp

Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp - Reindeer Meet and Greet: Feeding, Photos, and Arctic Year-Round Life

3.Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp

★ 4.5

Ride a dog team through Boreal Forest trails, meet reindeer year-round, then warm up at Latitude 65 in Fairbanks’ winter wonderland.

“This was amazing. Our favorite was the dogs and the dog sledding. Both my kids now want to do that when they grow up! It was beyond beautiful up there. We also loved that there was so much to do between activities.”

41 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $274.80by Basecamp Adventures

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Reindeer and Snowmobile Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp with Lunch

Reindeer and Snowmobile Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp with Lunch - Elliott Highway to Borealis: The Drive That Sets the Mood

4.Reindeer and Snowmobile Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp with Lunch

★ 4.5

Snowmachine or UTV ride to Borealis Basecamp, 30-min reindeer meet, and lunch at Latitude 65. Pickup from Fairbanks included.

“We had an awesome day trip from Fairbanks! Cooper was great at getting us set and maintaining a pace that worked with having 2 person snowmobiles…and made sure we knew when we had flat spots ;). Lance was super knowledgeable about Rory the reindeer, and we had fun on our nature walk. The lunch and…”

20 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $238.80by Basecamp Adventures

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Reindeer and Heli Flightseeing Day Trip with Lunch

Reindeer and Heli Flightseeing Day Trip with Lunch - Reindeer Meet and Greet at Borealis Basecamp: Feeding Time Done Right

5.Reindeer and Heli Flightseeing Day Trip with Lunch

★ 4.5

Fairbanks day trip with a Borealis reindeer meet, a 20-minute Arctic helicopter flight, and lunch at Latitude 65 with pickup included.

“My father and I had a great time on this excursion! The helicopter ride was beautiful and we saw 6 moose. The reindeer were cute as well. During the down time between experiences, we went cross country skiing on their trails.”

9 reviewsFrom $225by Basecamp Adventures

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Chena Hot Spring Day Trip

Chena Hot Spring Day Trip - Stop 1: Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs (The Hour That Sets the Tone)

6.Chena Hot Spring Day Trip

★ 4.0

A 6–7 hour Fairbanks day trip with hotel pickup to Chena Hot Springs and a stop at the Aurora Ice Museum, with practical tips.

“The place is great has decent lockers and showers. Id bring some quarters for the lockers if not they have some on hand. Bring flipflops or sandals the floor is cold on the path to the water. The water itself is very nice and u dont ferl the cold from outside. But bring something to…”

8 reviews6 to 7 hours (approx.)From $190.00

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