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Fairbanks City Highlight Tour

189 Reviews 4.87 out of 5 stars Based on 189 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 99% of reviewers
99% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Fairbanks, USA
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from $155 per person

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On average, this is booked 26 (0) days in advance.
5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Enjoy a day out on the town in Fairbanks, Alaska. Visit the main highlights and attractions in the "Golden Heart City". Travel through time as you explore the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center. Stop at the famous Trans-Alaska-Pipeline Viewpoint and learn how this massive project was completed. Then, head to the University of Alaska Fairbanks to take in the wonders of the Museum of the North.

Finally, end the day with a trip to the Santa Claus House in the North Pole!

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Hotel pickup and drop-off in town in Fairbanks included (not Airbnb or private residences)

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Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point

The pipeline viewpoint is the perfect spot to explain the astonishing engineering of the pipeline, the oil field in Prudhoe Bay, and the Alaska oil industry.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Santa Claus House

Visit Santa at his home in North Pole. The Santa Claus House is full with Alaska souvenirs. * Please note a Santa Claus sighting is not guaranteed.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center

The Morris Thompson Cultural Center welcomes you with great exhibits about Interior Alaska.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

University of Alaska Museum of the North

Dramatic architecture and new exhibit galleries make the museum an extraordinary destination.Discover fascinating stories about Alaska’s cultures, places, and wildlife. * Closed on Sunday (Sept. & Oct.)
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note Santa may not be present every day. His hours and appearances are subject to change without notice. A visit with Santa is not guaranteed.
  • Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
  • We require a minimum of 4 people to operate this tour. This rarely happens due to its popularity, but if minimums are not met, you will be advised and offered either a refund or to be rescheduled.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fairbanks City Highlight Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-10606P4

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4.87
189 reviews

Average 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 189 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fairbanks City Highlight Tour?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Live commentary on board.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
  • Driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Fairbanks City Highlight Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fairbanks City Highlight Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note Santa may not be present every day. His hours and appearances are subject to change without notice. A visit with Santa is not guaranteed.
  • Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
  • We require a minimum of 4 people to operate this tour. This rarely happens due to its popularity, but if minimums are not met, you will be advised and offered either a refund or to be rescheduled.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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