Travel along one of the world’s most isolated roads from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle on this memorable 12 to 14-hour tour through the Alaskan wilderness.

In the company of an experienced guide with a passion for Alaska, journey up the Dalton Highway, passing by the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, crossing the Yukon River, and reaching the edge of the Arctic Circle. On the drive back, watch for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).

This tour is limited to 9 guests to ensure that you enjoy a small-group experience in one of our climate-controlled vans.

Please note that we cannot guarantee the Northern Lights sightings and we can't guarantee last minute bookings.

We do encourage each guest to rotate seats at least a few times on this tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  Local guide
✔  personalized Arctic Circle Certificate
✔  free unlimited Hot drinks, like coffee, tea, hot chocolate
✔  free Snacks and water
✔  free Sandwiches (vegetarian option available, please advise at time of booking)
✔  Hotel pickup and drop-off, within city limits of Fairbanks and North Pole
✖  Gratuities
✖  no gluten free or vegan meal option available. You are welcome to bring or buy your own lunch and snacks.
✖  cold weather gear
Pickup Locations
1.  Billie's Backpackers Hostel
2.  Bear Lodge at Wedgewood Resort
3.  Borealis Inn
4.  La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
5.  Fairbanks International Hostel
6.  Sophie Station Suites
7.  Brennan's B&B
8.  Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge
9.  Hotel North Pole
10.  Glacier House Hostel
11.  Fairbanks Chena River KOA
12.  Sven's Basecamp Hostel
13.  Rivers Edge Treehouse Resort
14.  Golden North Inn
15.  Moose Tracks B&B
16.  Extended Stay America - Fairbanks - Old Airport Way
17.  Best Western Plus Chena River Lodge
18.  Abbey Archway Inn
19.  Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
20.  Wedgewood Resort
Additional Info: Pickups commence from 2:00 PM. We will contact you the day before your tour with your exact pickup time. We can only pick up from hotels within the Fairbanks or North Pole city limits. We do not pick up from the airport. If you are staying at an Air BnB, please contact the office on 907 712 4529 (landline so no texts please) for the closest pick up location. If you are staying outside the city limits, we can pick you up at Walmart or another hotel location. Please call our office to discuss what options are available..
Itinerary
1
Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point We begin our 14-hour long journey to the Arctic Circle with a convenient pick up at any hotel or address inside the city limits of Fairbanks or North Pole. 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 to ensure your utmost comfort in our climate-controlled vans.   Take a trip back in time as you travel down the Dalton Highway. Featured on the TV show Ice Road Truckers, the Dalton Highway (technically Alaska Route 11) runs north-south through Alaska, nearly all the way to the Arctic Ocean, and parallels the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. It’s one of the most isolated roads in the United States and provides some beautiful Alaskan scenery for you to enjoy during the ride. With sweeping views of mountains and valleys, you will see the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline System (TAPS), one of the largest pipeline systems, transporting thousands of gallons of oil from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, up close.

Duration:  30 minutes

2
Stop at Hilltop Restaurant & Marketplace. You can purchase extra drinks, snacks and food there but please order it for takeout.

Duration:  20 minutes

3
Tolovana River Your driver will pull over at several different spots, including the Tolovana River and Wickersham Dome.
4
The Dalton Highway Welcome Sign

Duration:  10 minutes

5
James Dalton Highway Travel the remote Dalton Highway to Mile Post 115 to the Arctic Circle Campground.
6
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. You'll have the chance to get out for quick photos. Then a bit further down the road, stop for another photo op at Finger Mountain, where views of the alpine tundra await.

Duration:  30 minutes

7
Upon reaching the Arctic Circle, one of the five markers of latitude, (Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Equator and Antarctic Circle), at which the sun never rises during winter solstice and never sets during summer solstice, you will be met with a glorious site. 

Duration:  30 minutes

Additional info
•  Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
•  Adult pricing applies to all travelers. We do not recommend this tour for children under the age of 10 years due to safety concerns
•  Please dress appropriately. The temperatures can reach extreme conditions during the winter month and we recommend to dress in layers.
•  Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural occurrence and therefore cannot be guaranteed! (no refund possible)
•  The weather conditions are in no way predictable in our area and we will not offer a refund in case of too many clouds.
•  Exact schedule and itinerary of stops are subject to change based on daily conditions and Northern Lights activity on the day of your tour.
•  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.
•  Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required. We are not able to provide gluten free or vegan options as there is limited availability of these items in Alaska.
•  Type of transportation: climate controlled van
•  The group size is limited to 8 people for each passenger van.
•  Customers are strongly encouraged to rotate seats at least a few times on the tour to give each person the opportunity of having a different view.
•  This tour requires being able to enter and exit our van with limited assistance. Please contact us if you have any concerns about mobility.
Free cancellation
 677
Price:
From $290
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
14 hours
Guide in:
English   
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.