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The 10 most-booked chena hot springs 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.
Small-group aurora tour from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs, with the Aurora Ice Museum, hot mineral soak, and late-night lights searching.
“The outdoor spa is really good. But the facility is kinda too old. And the restaurant is definitely not recommend, the waiting time about 3 hours that’s horrible”
Soak in Chena Hot Springs mineral water, tour the Aurora Ice Museum, and learn geothermal energy on a day trip from Fairbanks.
“Our time spent at Chena Hot Springs was relaxing and had lovely nature views while in the Springs. The resort is a little dated and needs some upgrades but all in all a worthwhile visit. The icehouse was just ok and afterwards we walked on a path to see the sled dogs. Lunch was yummy.…”
Quick 3-hour ice fishing on Chena Lake near Fairbanks with heated shelters, underwater gear, and grilled catch for $159.
“Tyson was an excellent and knowledgeable guide for our ice fishing. We were pleasantly surprised to find we were overdressed for the heated cabin! We saw a bald eagle up close who was waiting for fish scraps. Tyson cooked up our salmon which was delicious, and our cabin-mates shared some of the trout they caught.…”
Chena Hot Springs and Fairbanks Ice Museum day tour with hotel pickup, guided exhibits, optional geothermal stop, and thermal pool time.
“Our tour guide Ash was amazing. He is a true Alaskan with such an interesting life and wonderful stories.”
Nighttime drive from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs for an Ice Museum tour, mineral soaking, and aurora watching until late.
“This is a great tour to do. You get a little bit of everything, even the ride there is pretty. Ice museum was fun, we got to relax in the hot springs and then a great view of the northern lights. Our tour guy Paul was very knowledgeable and accommodating. On the way back he…”
Full-night Fairbanks aurora chase with Chena Hot Springs: Ice Museum, warm pools, and guided Northern Lights viewing spots.
“Tony is awesome!! This is something everyone should do when visiting! 10 out of 10 would recommend! Best experience so far!”
Fairbanks Northern Lights tour to Chena Hot Springs: Ice Museum, geothermal soak, and a late-night aurora hunt with hotel transfers.
“Had an EXCELLENT trip with our guide, Joe. He was a very warm, friendly, and funny gentlemen that shared an abundance of knowledge - we learned so much about Alaska from him alone! He made it such a pleasant trip and also did a great job of explaining what to expect throughout the evening, including…”
Fairbanks aurora chasing with ice art stops, mineral hot springs at Chena, and hands-on night photography guidance, with pickup and drop-off.
“The Ice Park in the city beautiful ice curving. This was a competition for the best ice curving artist . Most beautiful ice curving I ever see.”
Fairbanks hot springs and aurora night at Chena Hot Springs. Includes pickup, ice museum/ice bar, pool passes, and stargazing stops.
“The springs were wonderful..especially with it snowing!! I would skip the ice museum..most of the sculptures had melted due to issue that summer and not fixed.”
Warm Chena Hot Springs soaking, guided geothermal power tour, and a year-round Ice Museum with bar and chandeliers from Fairbanks.
