Why choose this Fairbanks tour ?
Discover winter in Alaska’s Arctic! Experience for yourself the legendary hospitality and authentic interpretation that made the original Arctic Circle Drive Adventure famous. Travel the famed Dalton Highway. View the remarkable Trans Alaska Pipeline. Experience the mighty Yukon River. Explore up close the amazing arctic tundra. Cross the Arctic Circle and receive an official Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate.
NOTE – each tour is unique with our ever changing daylight. Depending on when you are traveling it is important your day may be more “night” then day light”.
NOTE – this is not an Aurora tour. While yes it will be dark on the return to Fairbanks, the tour does not stay out later, longer waiting for the aurora . Guests should consider taking an Aurora Adventure if they are wanting to look for the Aurora. We also offer an Arctic Circle Aurora Drive Adventure.
Longest time between stops is 2 hours; however, some stops will be closer. Most stops have an outhouse.
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What makes Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure a unique experience ?
Northern Alaska Tour Company originated guided tours into Alaska’s Arctic on the Dalton Highway. Guides provide not only a safe journey but share the story of Alaska’s Arctic making it a memorable day.
DOES NOT GO ALL THE WAY TO COLDFOOT – Viator locator only has Coldfoot for the Dalton Highway — Guest get out and experience Alaska’s Arctic made accessibly by the Dalton Highway – built for the transportation of goods to the Prudhoe Bay Oil Fields.
Just one of the stops made along the way to see up close and learn about the natural and cultural history of Alaska’s Arctic — here learn of the early homesteading in Alaska and how early pioneers forged a home out in the middle of the wilderness.
The tour will stop at the Yukon River Camp both on the way north and way south. Guests can either have brought their own food to eat or purchase lunch/dinner here. Plus, guests get a chance to get out and explore the banks of the mighty Yukon River.
Celebrate reaching the Arctic Circle at Milepost 115 of the Dalton Highway — 200 miles north of Fairbanks! All guests will earn an official Arctic Circle Certificate.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- CHECK IN TIME – Check in opens at 9:00AM and closes at 9:15 AM for this tour. Guests not here by 9:15 AM risk missing this tour.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure
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Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
Not Included
- The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Northern Alaska Tour Company.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Anchorage.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 138 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Dress appropriate for the current weather
• If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.
