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Northern Lights and Arctic Circle Trip from Fairbanks

On this full-day trip from Fairbanks, you'll acquire plenty of bragging rights for friends back home as you cross the Arctic Circle and (hopefully) see …More

On this full-day trip from Fairbanks, you'll acquire plenty of bragging rights for friends back home as you cross the Arctic Circle and (hopefully) see...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.7 (179)
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$330
Chena Hot Springs Day Tour from Fairbanks

Visit two of Fairbanks' most popular attractions on this guided tour. Explore the unique Aurora Ice Museum, then relax in the soothing waters of Chena …More

Visit two of Fairbanks' most popular attractions on this guided tour. Explore the unique Aurora Ice Museum, then relax in the soothing waters of Chena...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
4.6 (130)
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$200
Sled Dog Sampler Ride in Fairbanks

Founded by Susan Butcher (4-time Iditarod champion), Trail Breaker Kennel is an iconic piece of Alaskan culture. The kennel is conveniently located a mile from …More

Founded by Susan Butcher (4-time Iditarod champion), Trail Breaker Kennel is an iconic piece of Alaskan culture. The kennel is conveniently located a mile from...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (88)
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$109
Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury Northern Lights Tour

Brand-new for 2025, the Aurora Glass House sits atop Cleary Summit in Fairbanks, Alaska. With floor-to-ceiling windows and over 270° panoramic views, this modern cabin …More

Brand-new for 2025, the Aurora Glass House sits atop Cleary Summit in Fairbanks, Alaska. With floor-to-ceiling windows and over 270° panoramic views, this modern cabin...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$179
Aurora Chaser Tour

We offer small group, personalized tours led by the most experienced Alaskan guides in the business, who also share ownership in this enterprise. We love …More

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We offer small group, personalized tours led by the most experienced Alaskan guides in the business, who also share ownership in this enterprise. We love...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$161
Alaskan Sled Dog Excursion in Fairbanks

Take a glimpse into the traditional life of a sleddog in Interior Alaska. The lineage of these dogs traces back to when the first Native …More

Take a glimpse into the traditional life of a sleddog in Interior Alaska. The lineage of these dogs traces back to when the first Native...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (17)
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$135
1 Hour Fall Sled Dog Experience in Two Rivers

Two Rivers is home to more dogs than people. Come join us on a tour and meet a local Two Rivers musher with their personal …More

Two Rivers is home to more dogs than people. Come join us on a tour and meet a local Two Rivers musher with their personal...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (12)
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$130
Reindeer Meet and Greet

Reindeer are a truly remarkable part of Alaska's history. During this experience travelers can learn more about these gentle creatures through quality time by being …More

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Reindeer are a truly remarkable part of Alaska's history. During this experience travelers can learn more about these gentle creatures through quality time by being...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Chena Hot Spring Day Tour

This is a full-day(around 5-6hours) round trip tour from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs, where visitors can relax in natural hot springs filled with mineral …More

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This is a full-day(around 5-6hours) round trip tour from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs, where visitors can relax in natural hot springs filled with mineral...

5 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$190
Fall Aurora Mushing Cart Ride Bucket List Adventure

As the summer fades to fall, we slowly lose our daylight and gain back the stillness of the night. With the darkness brings the magic …More

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As the summer fades to fall, we slowly lose our daylight and gain back the stillness of the night. With the darkness brings the magic...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
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$200
Private Tour for Chena Hot Springs (Free Photo) from Fairbanks

Chena Hot Springs Resort operates a big indoor pool and handsome outdoor wading lake, all of it constantly replenished by pungent mineral spring water that …More

Chena Hot Springs Resort operates a big indoor pool and handsome outdoor wading lake, all of it constantly replenished by pungent mineral spring water that...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (10)
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$389
Half-Day Ice Fishing Excursion in Fairbanks

Spend a few hours on a frozen lake and learn traditional ice fishing techniques from experienced guides. …More

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Spend a few hours on a frozen lake and learn traditional ice fishing techniques from experienced guides....

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (2)
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$205
Northern Lights Murphy Dome Viewing in Fairbanks

Join us for a trip to Murphy Dome, one of the best Northern Lights viewing spots near Fairbanks, and capture unforgettable photos beneath Alaska’s Arctic …More

Join us for a trip to Murphy Dome, one of the best Northern Lights viewing spots near Fairbanks, and capture unforgettable photos beneath Alaska’s Arctic...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.6 (79)
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$130
Vip Aurora Adventure from Fairbanks

The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis are a spectacular natural phenomenon, often seen dancing around in fantastic colours across the Northern sky. …More

The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis are a spectacular natural phenomenon, often seen dancing around in fantastic colours across the Northern sky....

4 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.6 (16)
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$160
Chena Hot Springs Aurora Tour

This tour combines two world class attractions- Alaska's finest hot springs resort and the fabulous aurora viewing possibilities in our late-night winter skies. From your …More

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This tour combines two world class attractions- Alaska's finest hot springs resort and the fabulous aurora viewing possibilities in our late-night winter skies. From your...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.7 (9)
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$290
10 Hours Denali Winter Drive in Alaska

The Denali Winter Drive provides a one day guided round trip journey by land from Fairbanks into Denali National Park. Guests will meet an informative …More

The Denali Winter Drive provides a one day guided round trip journey by land from Fairbanks into Denali National Park. Guests will meet an informative...

10 hours
4.9 (52)
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$309
Dogsled and Reindeer Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp

We work exclusively with local, passionate mushers who view their dog teams as their family, and you will have the chance to understand this incredible …More

We work exclusively with local, passionate mushers who view their dog teams as their family, and you will have the chance to understand this incredible...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (47)
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$275
Arctic Fat Truck Tours

Experience Alaska in one of the most capable off-road machines in the world. Arctic Fat Truck Tours takes you deep into the scenic boreal forest …More

Experience Alaska in one of the most capable off-road machines in the world. Arctic Fat Truck Tours takes you deep into the scenic boreal forest...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$100
Aurora Ice Fishing

Experience two classic Alaska winter activities in one unforgettable evening: ice fishing and Northern Lights viewing. Your adventure begins with complimentary pickup from your Fairbanks …More

Experience two classic Alaska winter activities in one unforgettable evening: ice fishing and Northern Lights viewing. Your adventure begins with complimentary pickup from your Fairbanks...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (10)
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$265
Reindeer and Snowmobile Day Trip to Borealis Basecamp with Lunch

On your reindeer tour, our experienced reindeer handlers will introduce you to the herd of reindeer at Borealis Basecamp, and you can feed, meet, and …More

On your reindeer tour, our experienced reindeer handlers will introduce you to the herd of reindeer at Borealis Basecamp, and you can feed, meet, and...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (24)
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$239

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