USA6 days · 5 nights
Highlights
- Includes 3 opportunities to view the aurora at specially selected aurora-viewing lodges in excellent locations or chasing aurora with guide, greatly increasing your chances of seeing the aurora!
- Take a tour of Fairbanks to learn about the tranquil "Northern Lights Capital"!
- Experience local attractions: visit Chena Hot Springs, explore the Arctic Circle, and ride on a dog sled!
- International chain hotels, including breakfast and free wi-fi!
- Free airport pick-up service during peak hours, providing convenient service for first-time visitors.
- The Overlook at Cleary Summit is located in a popular aurora observation area with a wide view. The facilities in the room are complete: floor heating covers the entire house to ensure warmth and comfort; American breakfast, separate bathroom and 24-hour hot water are provided. Besides, the room is equipped with a hair dryer and practical gadgets specially designed for high temperatures. For only $275 USD/person/night (maximum occupancy of two people per room), you can upgrade to a glass house on the top of the mountain and enjoy close contact with the Aurora. Hotel room resources are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Please confirm the available reservation date with customer service before placing an order.
Day-by-day itinerary
D1DAY 1Home → Airplane → FairbanksBLD
Today you’ll arrive in Fairbanks, Alaska’s second-largest city. Its prime location and climate have earned it the nickname "Aurora Capital." Upon arrival, check in to your hotel (hotels in Alaska accept check-in after 4:00 PM). Notes on Transportation from Airport: ※ Free pick-up service from Fairbanks airport to designated hotels: Each booking includes free pick-up service at the Fairbanks airport on the day of arrival. Please request this pick-up service when booking your tour. If you do not request this servic
🏨 Hyatt Place Fairbanks; Bridgewater Hotel; Westmark Fairbanks Hotel or similar
D2DAY 2FairbanksBLD
Today you will enjoy a leisurely day in Fairbanks. You can make your own arrangements or chose an optional activity to participate in for an additional fee. At 10 pm, to escape the urban light pollution, take the Aurora Shuttle to our carefully selected Aurora-Viewing Lodge, in an excellent location that will increase your chances of observing the Northern Lights. Our professional guides will introduce you to the Northern Lights and instruct you in camera parameter set-up and aurora borealis shooting techniques to
🏨 Hyatt Place Fairbanks; Bridgewater Hotel; Westmark Fairbanks Hotel or similar
D3DAY 3Fairbanks → Santa Claus House → Museum of the North → FairbanksBLD
Today, you’ll enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel. Departing from your designated hotel at 1:00 PM, you’ll travel by bus to the famous North Pole Village , also known as "Santa Claus’s Home." To evoke the festive atmosphere of Santa Claus’s hometown, a giant 16-meter-tall Santa Claus statue, 2-meter-tall polar bear and elk statues, and surrounding public facilities are decorated with Christmas motifs, creating a fairytale-like atmosphere. Afterward, your guide will visit the North Pole Museum* , located on the
🏨 Hyatt Place Fairbanks; Bridgewater Hotel; Westmark Fairbanks Hotel or similar
D4DAY 4FairbanksBLD
Today you will enjoy a leisurely day in Fairbanks. You can make your own arrangements or chose an optional activity to participate in for an additional fee. Due to limited time, it is only possible to choose one out of the two optional activities below. Options: 1. Overland Adventure Across the Arctic Circle (drive both ways, round trip about 16 hours) 2. Aurora-Viewing Lodge Or Aurora Chasing (approximately 4 hours round trip): If you need to depart by flight the next day, please be sure to arrange a flight depart
🏨 Hyatt Place Fairbanks; Bridgewater Hotel; Westmark Fairbanks Hotel or similar
D5DAY 5Fairbanks → Airplane → HomeBLD
Today you’ll end your trip and bid farewell to beautiful Alaska. If your flight out of Alaska is scheduled for the evening or later,you can also choose to participate in interesting winter special projects:Snow Mobile Tour, Ice Fishing Tour (optional for guests joining the group after November 20, 2026, the specific start date depends on the local snowfall). Optional: 1. Snow Mobile Tour(approximately 2-4 hours total) 2. Ice Fishing Tour(approximately 4 hours total) Meals: Breakfast: at hotel; Lunch & Dinner: on yo
Tap a day to see the plan. Hotels are listed or similar; final hotels are confirmed with your booking.
What’s included
- Hotels described in the itinerary, or equivalent hotels.
- Airport pick-up or pick-up service within a specified time.
- Local bilingual guide/driver service (partial activities only provide English guide).
- Tour bus service: 12-15 passenger vehicles (excluding certain departures during the peak season from 12/17 to 1/7).
- Attraction entrance fees noted in the itinerary.
- Some hotel breakfasts, and meals listed as included in the itinerary.
Not included
- Transportation to/from Alaska, and transportation within Alaska that is not included in the itinerary.
- Guided airport drop-off service, and pick-up service outside the specified time period.
- Optional activities and entrance fees not included in the itinerary (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).
- Lunch, dinner, and other meals not included in the itinerary.
- In accordance with local standards, you may tip your guide based on the quality of their service. Standard tips are as follows:
- Airport pick-up and drop-off service: $5/person/time
- Fairbanks Tours, Aurora viewing, Dog Sledding, Snow Mobile, Ice Fishing, Daytime Hot Springs: $10/person/time
- Denali Walking Tour, Chnena Hotsprings: $15/person/day
- Matanuska Glacier, Castner Glacier Ice Cave Discovery: $20/person
- Arctic Circle trips: $25/person/day
- Please pay tips to your guide on the day of your tour, to express your respect and gratitude for their work.
- All other expenses not mentioned in the itinerary and agreement.
Departure dates
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Showing the next 6 months.
09/15/2026-04/01/2027: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11/21/2026-11/29/2026 & 12/17/2026-01/07/2027 & 02/02/2027-02/10/2027 During the peak season, the price of the tour increases.
Seats and seasonal surcharges are confirmed when we send your quote.
Optional extras
| The Overlook at Cleary Summit | $400 pp |
| Dog Sledding Adventure | $160 pp |
| Chena Hot Springs Resort Tour | $125 pp |
| Chena Hot Spring Resort Ice Museum | $20 pp |
| Chena Hot Spring Ice Museum Apple Martini | $20 pp |
| Denali National Park Walking Tour | $180 pp |
| Overland Adventure across the Arctic | $280 pp |
| Aurora Viewing Lodge | $120 pp |
| Aurora Chasing | $90 pp |
| Snow Mobile Tour (30mins ride) | $160 pp |
| Ice Fishing Tour | $150 pp |
| Castner Glacier Ice Cave Tour | $360 pp |
Book extras with your tour. Prices per person, confirmed in your quote.
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