Arctic Circle Day Tour, Fairbanks

Despre activitate

Our Most Requested Tour:

Explore Alaska’s Rugged Beauty & Cross into the Arctic

Journey deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness on this full-day adventure to the Arctic Circle: our most popular tour! Travel along the famed Dalton Highway, made famous by the TV show Ice Road Truckers, and experience the raw, unfiltered beauty of the Last Frontier.

Ride in comfort in our climate-controlled van as your expert guide shares stories, local history, and insights about the landscape, wildlife, and culture that define this extraordinary region. Along the way, stop for scenic views, photo ops, and a walk through the arctic tundra. You’ll even receive an official Arctic Circle certificate to commemorate your experience.

PLEASE NOTE:

You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.

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Pe scurt

Durată: 13 ore
Confirmare: Confirmare în 48 de ore
Bilet: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Grup: Cel mult 9 persoane
Persoane pe rezervare: 1–7
Ghid: engleză
Organizator: Alaska Wild Lights

Vârste: Adulți (5–99 ani)

Ce include

Inclus

Inclus: Personalized Arctic Circle Certificate
Inclus: Local guide
Inclus: Snacks & Bottled Water Provided
Inclus: Hotel Pickup and Drop-off within Fairbanks City-Limits

Nu este inclus

Nu este inclus: Gratuities
Nu este inclus: Lunch (available for purchase at Yukon River Camp)

Itinerar

Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point

15 min

We begin our journey with a convenient pickup at your hotel/address

inside the city limits of Fairbanks or North Pole. We will schedule your pick up time between 7 am and 8 am for you, depending on the location of the hotels.

Settle into your seat and relax on the

200-mile (322-km) journey down the back roads of Interior Alaska. We provide free snacks and drinks on the road to ensure your utmost comfort in our climate-controlled vans.

Take a trip back in time as you travel down the Dalton Highway. Enjoy the journey across the Yukon River, as you catch a glimpse of the wildlife that inhabits sub-arctic Alaska. With sweeping views of mountains and valleys, you will also see the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline System (TAPS), one of the largest pipeline systems, transporting thousands of gallons of oil from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez.
James Dalton Highway

15 min

Travel on the famous Dalton Highway and spot wildlife along the Yukon River
Oprirea 3

30 min

Enjoy the beautiful area of Finger Mountain and take a walk around the short hiking path. This is just one more opportunity of many for some amazing pictures.
BLM Arctic Circle Monument Sign

30 min

Upon reaching the Arctic Circle, one of the five markers of latitude (Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Equator & Antarctic Circle) you will be met with a glorious site. The weather in this region can range from extreme cold in the winter months (September to May) to temperate heat, as high as 90 * Fahrenheit (32 * Celsius) in the summer months. (May to end of August).

Hop out and stretch your legs, take a walk and capture photos of this unique location.

After around half hour of sightseeing, enjoy flipping through your photos with your official Arctic Circle Certificate in hand. Sit back and enjoy the journey back to Fairbanks on this one of a kind trip.

With your camera filled with photos and an official Arctic Circle certificate in hand to show off to your friends and family back home, relax on the drive back to Fairbanks.

This small-group tour is limited to 8 to 9 people, ensuring you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide.
Oprirea 5

30 min

Stop at the Yukon River Camp and visit the mighty Yukon River. This is your last chance to visit a Restroom with running water (there will be many more stops at outhouses along the road). You will also have a chance to buy some more snacks or visit a one of a kind store with handmade gifts and fur items. Something you will not find at any other tourist store around town.

Punct de întâlnire și preluare

Organizatorul preia toți participanții de la cazare sau din locurile de mai jos.

Locuri de preluare

Billie's Backpackers Hostel
The Adamina
Bear Lodge At Wedgewood Resort
Rivers Edge Resort
Borealis Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Sophie Station Suites
Brennan's B&B
Comfort Inn
Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge
Glacier House Hostel
Golden North Inn

și încă 17 locuri de preluare

We will contact you the day before your tour with your exact pickup time.

We can only pick up from hotels within the Fairbanks City-Limits.

We cannot pick up from the airport.

If you are staying at an Air BnB or outside of city limits, please contact the office via email or phone call.

Cum folosești biletul

Please ensure that you provide Alaska Wildlife Guide with the location of your accommodation as soon as it is known so that your pick up time can be determined. If you are unsure if you can be picked up from your accommodation location, please contact the Alaska Wildlife Guide office between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday Alaska time on +1 907 712 4529 (landline so no texts please).

If you are staying at an AirBnB, please contact the office on 907 712 4529 (landline) for the closest pick up location.

You will be contacted the day before your tour with your exact pick up time or a few days before if your tour is on a Monday so please ensure you provide a working phone number that you can be contacted on at the time of booking. If you do not hear from us, please check your voicemail as we will leave you a message. If your mailbox is not set up or is full we will send you either an email or message in Viator/Tripadvisor so please remember to check your message for your pick up time.

You will be provided with chips, a granola bar and bottled water. A selection of burgers, soups, salads and pie is available for purchase at Yukon River Camp, however you are also welcome to bring your own lunch items, snacks and drinks.

Anulare

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Bine de știut

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Please dress appropriately. The weather in the Arctic can change very quickly. During the summer months it can get very warm and rain might be always possible. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes and bringing a rain/weather jacket.
The weather conditions are in no way predictable in our area and we will not offer a refund in case of too many clouds.
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
This tour is not recommended for children under 10 years of age.
There is a possibility of cancellation due to dangerous weather and/or road conditions. If this occurs, an alternative date or full refund will be offered.
Type of transportation: Van
The group size is limited to 8 guests for each Transit van. Larger group bookings are possible and multiple vans will be used in this case.
This tour requires being able to enter and exit our van with limited assistance. Please contact us if you have any concerns about mobility.
Every guest must sign a waiver before any tour so they clearly acknowledge the inherent risks of wilderness travel, assume responsibility for their own safety, and confirm they are medically able to participate.
Not recommended for people with limited mobility.