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10 Best Winter Activities Tours In Fairbanks

Ranked by traveller popularity

The 10 most-booked winter activities 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.

10 Best Winter Activities Tours In Fairbanks

Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure

Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure - Check-In, Duration, and the Reality of a 16-Plus-Hour Day

1.Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure

Most Popular★ 5.0

A long winter road trip from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle—Dalton Highway views, pipeline, Yukon River stops, and an official certificate.

“It was an impressive experience to Arctic Circle guided by our guide and driver Shawn. Many things to see and to learn during the trip. There was even a ceremony when we arrived the Arctic Circle Monument Sign, cool! At midnight, our following guide Sarah accompanied us to wait for the northen lights. Although we…”

162 reviews16 hours (approx.)From $299.00by Northern Alaska Tour Company

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1 hour Winter Dog Sledding in Fairbanks

1 hour Winter Dog Sledding in Fairbanks - Before You Ride: Dog Yard Time and the Mushing Lesson

2.1 hour Winter Dog Sledding in Fairbanks

★ 5.0

A classic Fairbanks dog sled run with warm drinks, small groups, and real mushing trail time from hotel pickup included.

“The dogs were so excited and friendly! The tour guides were almost as friendly as the dogs. This is a great experience you can tell everyone working here really care about the animals and want you to have the most pleasant experience possible. It was 6 degrees when we took the tour and it was…”

119 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $200.00by 1st Alaska Outdoor School

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Fairbanks: 1-Hour Alaskan Winter Dog Sledding Adventure

Fairbanks: 1-Hour Alaskan Winter Dog Sledding Adventure - Getting From Your Fairbanks Hotel Without Stress

3.Fairbanks: 1-Hour Alaskan Winter Dog Sledding Adventure

★ 4.9

One hour of husky power in Fairbanks, pickup from town hotels, then warm up in a yurt with cocoa, coffee, or tea.

“Though the weather was VERY cold the experience riding with the dogs was great. Our guide, though a bit quiet, was knowledgeable and friendly. His wife, tending the warming hut (yurt) and taking pictures of our trip at various points was extremely friendly, knowledgeable and just great to talk with about all things dogsledding and…”

114 reviewsFrom $170by 1st Alaska Tours

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Fairbanks Autumn/Winter City Tour

Fairbanks Autumn/Winter City Tour - Stop 1 at the University of Alaska Museum of the North: where the big stories start

4.Fairbanks Autumn/Winter City Tour

★ 5.0

A 5.5-hour Fairbanks winter highlights loop with hotel pickup, two great museums, the pipeline viewpoint, and a visit to Santa in North Pole.

“The very best tour we have had so far. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and made the entire tour a treat with his stories and personal experiences living in Alaska”

62 reviews5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $155.00by 1st Alaska Outdoor School

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10 Hours Denali Winter Drive in Alaska

10 Hours Denali Winter Drive in Alaska - George Parks Highway: The Long Drive With Real Meaning

5.10 Hours Denali Winter Drive in Alaska

★ 5.0

Small-group winter drive from Fairbanks to Denali: Tanana Valley culture stops, gentle walk or snowshoeing, expert guide talk.

“Awesome tour!!! Serena was the best!!! A must do!!!! We even went for a hike with snow shoes on!!! So much fun!!!”

52 reviews10 hours (approx.)From $299.00by Northern Alaska Tour Company

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Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Fairbanks to Anchorage One Way

Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Fairbanks to Anchorage One Way - Getting On in Fairbanks: What to Know About the Start

6.Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Fairbanks to Anchorage One Way

★ 4.5

A one-way winter train ride from Fairbanks to Anchorage with huge window views of Denali, backcountry bridges, and cozy onboard service.

“This trip was a unique experience ,we took many pictures. We enjoyed from the begin to the end. All the personnel was very friendly and we got good information during the trip. Food was good Seats and temperature very comfortable I really love this train ,meet my dreams I love trains”

38 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $259.00by Alaska Railroad Corporation

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Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave

Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave - Snowshoe Across Castner Glacier: Pace, Pace Again, and Proper Winter Footing

7.Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave

★ 5.0

Snowshoe across Castner Glacier to a glowing ice cave, with warm-up gear, small-group pace, and photo stops on the drive from Fairbanks.

“If I could give this 10 stars I would. The entire experience was amazing. Our guide Owen was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He shared a lot of knowledge about the area and the ice cave and also took some incredible photos for us! I would absolutely do this tour again if I come back to…”

35 reviews9 hours (approx.)From $275.00by CoveredGround Tours

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Full Day: Fairbanks to Denali Winter Adventure & SHERP Tour

Full Day: Fairbanks to Denali Winter Adventure & SHERP Tour - Totem Inn lunch in Healy: warm food, your choice, your pace

8.Full Day: Fairbanks to Denali Winter Adventure & SHERP Tour

★ 5.0

Winter SHERP day trip from Fairbanks to Denali: Visitor Center, heated off-road ride, Totem Inn lunch stop, Coghill’s store. Small group.

“The whole day was amazing. Getting to see Alaska’s mountains and learning about the landscape made this trip unforgettable. We had amazing tour guides that shared their love of Alaska with us.”

31 reviews10 to 12 hours (approx.)From $499.00by Denali Fat Truck Tours

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Fairbanks: Guided Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave

Fairbanks: Guided Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave - Fairbanks Pickup and the Van Ride: More Than Just Transit

9.Fairbanks: Guided Snowshoe Hike to Castner Glacier Ice Cave

★ 4.8

Guided snowshoe hike from Fairbanks to Castner Ice Cave, with glacier views, optional gear, and small-group pacing for a full day outdoors.

“Great trip, Matthew was an awesome guide. He took his time to take photos for people, made sure everyone was safe hiking and was a careful and good driver. Very good tour for the money, well worth it as the ice cave is very cool.”

31 reviews9 hoursFrom $265by CoveredGround Tours

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Winter Dog Sledding in Fairbanks

Winter Dog Sledding in Fairbanks - Arriving at 720 Old Murphy Dome Rd and getting dressed for real cold

10.Winter Dog Sledding in Fairbanks

★ 5.0

Tag-sled training with 10–12 huskies in Fairbanks, guided control up front, plus coffee, cookies, and a warm yurt stop.

“This was an amazing experience and unlike anything we’ve done. The owners were so sweet and our guide, Jeremy was so kind and helpful. The dogs were so awesome to interact with and the 14 miles of trails was so exhilarating and beautiful!!!”

8 reviewsFrom $345.00by Alaska Wilderness Adventures

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