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Alaska Fall Colors with Northern Lights 5 Days

5 days
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Alaska Fall Colors with Northern Lights 5 Days

About this activity

Witness the vibrant play of lights and colors of the Aurora Borealis on the Alaska Tour in Fairbanks. The Tour of five days will leave you enthralled with the wonders of nature. The lights of the Aurora Borealis, visible at about 150 miles to the south of the Arctic Circle at Fairbanks, is the most splendid sorcery of nature. Check the Aurora forecast and the local weather at the geophysical institute of Fairbanks and put on your warmest layers before venturing out on the Northern Lights Hunting tour.

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At a glance

Duration
5 days
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 20 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Bucket List Group Travel

Ages: Youth (10–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
  • Included: 4 Nights Hotel Accommodation
  • Included: Guided day tours and activities
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Breakfast

Not included

  • Not included: Meals
  • Not included: Gratuities: optional
  • Not included: Flight
  • Not included: Personal Expenses
  • Not included: Travel Insurance

Itinerary

Day 1 · Fairbanks Arrival

  1. Fairbanks

    3 hours

    Begin the most enchanting Tour of your life with the arrival at Fairbanks, Alaska, the most magical place on Earth. Today you can have the day to yourself. So, explore the Fairbanks downtown before setting out on the Northern Lights Hunting in the latter part of the evening.

    Evening activities: Aurora viewing lodge OR Murphy Dome location

    We will leave the city lights behind us in your spacious vans ensuring the comfort of each guest.

Hotel in Fairbanks

Day 2 · Alaska Pipeline - Museum

  1. University of Alaska Museum of the North

    8 hours

    Highlights:

    Learn more about Alaska’s history and culture

    Browse interesting exhibits commemorating Alaska’s natural beauty and unique heritage

    View and learn more about the Alyeska Pipeline

    Explore the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitor Center

    Visit the Museum of the North at the University of Alaska’s Fairbanks campus

    Visit the home of Santa at the Santa Claus House in North Pole

    Evening:

    You will head out in the night for your Aurora Lodge viewing tour, we select one of the best Aurora Viewing Lodges in the area, to give you not only the best chance possible to view the Northern Lights, but also provide you with the comfort of a warm and safe area, complete with rest rooms.

Hotel in Fairbanks

Day 3 · Chena Hotsprings

  1. Chena Hot Springs Resort

    8 hours Admission included

    Join us on one of your most requested tours to the famous Chena Hot Springs Resort. After pick up, sit back and relax while being transported the 60 miles (97kms) east to the resort. Keep your eye out as you might spot fox, beaver, or moose along the way.

    Highlights:

    Tour of the Aurora Ice Museum.

    Relax in the healing waters of Chena Hot Springs outdoor rock pool or Hot Tub. (for adults 18+ only).

    Warm up in the Activity Center with a hot beverage while waiting for the Northern Lights.

    We will allow plenty of time for photography to ensure you will not forget this experience

Hotel in Fairbanks

Day 4 · Denali NP OR Arctic Circle

  1. Denali National Park and Preserve

    8 hours

    Drive to the pretty and picturesque Denali National Park, which sprawls across six million acres. Dive into the world of mystic wilderness at the national park, home of the famous Mount McKinley, the tallest peak of North America, at 20310ft above sea level. Watch out for the wildlife at the national park and go on short walk/hike excursions too.

    Denali park tour is a seasonal activity and it is subject to availability.

    Alternate plan:

    On this full-day adventure starting in Fairbanks, you will cross the Arctic Circle, watch the Northern Lights, and enjoy the expansive landscape of Alaska’s untouched wilderness. You’ll experience Alaska like you have never seen it before while enjoying a comfortable drive and narration from your expert guide.

Hotel in Fairbanks

Day 5 · Fairbanks Departure

  1. Fairbanks

    4 hours

    t’s time to say goodbye as the tour ends today with a breakfast at the hotel. Check out is usually by 11am so book your return flight accordingly. Hoping that you have captured the best moments on camera and packed in a host of travel memories to carry back home with you.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The tour on the first day starts from the hotel - Pickup for the northern lights activity will be around 10pm. (hotel lobby area - driver will call for your name)

A day by day voucher will be provided before the tour departure date for the guest to follow for daily schedule.

Using your ticket

  • We will send the tour booking voucher few days before the tour date.

Cancellation

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

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Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Alaska Fall Colors with Northern Lights 5 Days

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