Arctic Circle Journey Tour

Summary

As you head north of Fairbanks and across the famous Dalton Highway, the heart of America's largest state becomes a wild land of untamed wilderness and wide open spaces. Comprising river valleys with moose, caribou, and other wildlife, the distant mountains of snow capped granite, the far north is a harsh land with dark, frozen winters and summers full of constant golden sunshine. It is a land of contrast, most accessible and safely visited during a specific, established window each year. Your visit to this quiet wilderness starts at 9 am during the spring and early summer and at 12 noon late in August. After being picked up from your Fairbanks-area hotel or vacation rental, you will meet your driver/guide for the day who will introduce his or herself to you and the rest of the group before leaving the town for your 12 hour trip. Your 15 passenger van may have up to 8 others on the trip, ensuring lots of space and personal attention as you head north beyond the interior.  Over the course of your day, you will pass by the White Mountains and over the Yukon River, passing natural barriers that separate the interior from the pristine boreal forest and wild back country that comprise the majority of the state. You will stop at notable landmarks for photos and further exploration as your guide teaches you the history of the road and the state and you search for the abundant wildlife native to the area. Although snacks and water will be provided, you will need to bring a sack lunch to compliment the items provided by your host. During August, the trip will run later in an effort to capture views of the Northern Lights, returning you three hours later than the normal drop off time of 9:00 pm to downtown Fairbanks for a your complimentary evening drop off back at your hotel or vacation rental.

Tour info

Duration
12 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Explore the Dalton Highway over the White Mountains, across the Yukon River, and up to the Arctic Circle on this 12-hour (sometimes longer due to stops for extra photo opportunities) tour outside of Fairbanks. Join a small group of no more than 8 passengers on a fully-narrated, guided tour through dramatic landscapes of the Dalton Highway, and far-off snow-capped peaks of the Brookes Range. Search for wildlife and learn more about Northern Alaska from a knowledgeable guide. Stops at the Yukon River, Finger mountain, photo opportunities, and bathroom breaks. If you do not see a tour available for a particular day then call the host (SkyFire In Focus Tours) and check if something can be arranged for you and your party. Remember we need three guests to conduct a valid tour and should your tour not meet the minimum you will be notified via the host. A private tour can be secured should you consider covering the cost of the third seat.

What’s included?

  • 12-hour tour from Fairbanks and back along the Dalton Highway

  • Snacks and beverages

  • Fully-narrated tour

  • Hotel pickup/drop-off from select Fairbanks locations

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 12h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

SkyFire In Focus Tours

About operator:

Welcome to the world of SkyFire In Focus Tours. Offering three incredible tours here in the heart of Alaska. During the darkest months of the year chasing the beloved Aurora and learning how to photograph under our nightly mentoring workshops. For our summer months travel to the North on one of our Arctic Circle Journeys Tours. A 12 hour day tour designed to educate you about the history of Alaska while traveling beyond the White Mountains, over the mighty Yukon and more. Or traveling over one of the most heralded drives in the United States the majestic Denali Highway. This two day journey traveling with the Alaskan Range. Offers opportunities for the photographer in you. Majestic Mountain vista's with rivers and glaciers combined with wildlife photo opportunities. A great overnight location situated in the Maclaren river valley lodge. This two day photography workshop is just waiting for your camera and you.

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