FAIRBANKS
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The 10 most-booked 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.
Chase winter trails on a snowmobile from North Pole into Chena Lakes. Frozen-lake ride plus hot drinks and snacks.
“Great time -- Gavin was an excellent guide!!!! Would definitely recommend this and enjoyed it thoroughly!!!!!”
Small-group aurora tour from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs, with the Aurora Ice Museum, hot mineral soak, and late-night lights searching.
“Shannon was an absolutely outstanding guide. As a local Fairbanks native, she is incredibly knowledgeable about the area, the weather, and the best ways to experience Alaska in its true form. She was always eager to help—not only us, but even a driver who had pulled over due to the heavy snow—showing genuine kindness and…”
Small-group Fairbanks tour to the Arctic Circle via the Dalton Highway, with northern lights chances, cozy van pickup, and Arctic Circle certificate.
“Jessica, our tour guide, was absolutely amazing. She was friendly and helpful, and was patient with the folks who didn’t speak much English. She made every effort to help us experience the aurora on a very cloudy snowy night. We finally were successful.”
A 1-hour guided Ski-Doo snowmobile ride near the North Pole with warm gear, practice laps, and chances at wildlife like moose and fox.
“We had an absolutely amazing time snowmobiling, definitely one of our favorite activities on the trip. Our guide, Will, was fantastic. He did a great job explaining how to work the snowmobile, and some safety features and communication signals while on the machine (very self explanatory and easy to pick up- for two ppl who…”
From Fairbanks, take a small-group van ride up the Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle sign, with pipeline views, tundra walk, and snacks.
“Our driver Pete kept us well informed along this way. It is a very long drive but well worth. it. Another bucket list item checked.”
A small-group Fairbanks tour with pipeline views, Museum of the North, Chena River culture stops, and a North Pole Santa visit, plus pickup.
“We visited the Mortis Thompson Cultural Center, The Museum of t he North, the Alaska Pipeline and Santa Claus House. Our guide was very knowledgeable and answered all questions.”
Chase the northern lights from Fairbanks with pickup, a warm van, and free pro photo sessions included. Small-group, long-night value.
“Elania was a great tour guide. She went out of her way to help me walk on slippery surfaces. Also made sure I was able to get the best photos of the lights.”
A 3-hour Fairbanks riverboat cruise with an Athabascan village walk, a bush pilot show, and dog mushing at Trail Breaker Kennel.
“The staff where amazing! I loved it all such a great time!”
Soak in Chena Hot Springs mineral water, tour the Aurora Ice Museum, and learn geothermal energy on a day trip from Fairbanks.
“The ice museum was amazing. Summer dog sledding was so much fun. We could pet the friendly dogs. The staff are all so nice.”
Go dog sledding in Fairbanks at Howling Bay Kennel. Short forest ride, meet friendly huskies, and warm up with hot cocoa.
“Amazing dog sledding experience! The scenery was absolutely beautiful, and the dogs were so friendly. When I got close, some of them even lay down and let me pet them, that’s so sweet. The staff is very patient and explained everything clearly and thoroughly. Highly recommend!”
