Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure

Overview

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".

IMPORTANT NOTE -- this is not an Aurora Adventure. While yes it will be dark on the return to Fairbanks, the tour does not stay out later, longer waiting for the aurora during its peak time. Guests should consider taking an Aurora Adventure if they are wanting to look for the Aurora.

City: Fairbanks

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $269.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $269.00

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What's Included

Professional guide

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

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
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
NOTE by choosing a tour experience one recognizes when one is traveling by plane, ground tour 6 feet of separation is not possible. As of July 1, 2021 Masks will no longer be required and will be optional for those who wish to wear one.

What To Expect

Northern Alaska Tour Company

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.

James Dalton Highway

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.

Arctic Circle Trading Post

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.

Yukon River Bridge

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.

BLM Arctic Circle Monument Sign

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.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (58)

Carinel_G

Nov 2021

This was our first tour in Fairbanks and it was a great way to see the sights. Our group was small and the van was very comfortable. Our tour guide Ryan was very nice and accommodating. He stopped at a supermarket for us to get lunch and dinner before getting on the Dalton Highway. Because of Covid and lack of employees the Artic Circle Trading Post was closed, we got to see it from the outside. We watched some interesting documentaries of Alaska during the long drive. After arriving at the Artic Circle, a group joined ours that was doing a different tour and we had to stop at the same sights we had already seen during the day (I'm guessing because it was part of their tour) It would have been better not to stop on the way back on the same sights because it was already dark out and you couldn't really appreciate the view. Other than that, this tour and our awesome tour guide were great!!

Response from Host

Nov 2021

Thank you Carinel_G for joining us for the start of your Alaska vacation. So glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope the rest of your vacation in Alaska went as great!

jaykrisj

Oct 2021

It is a long drive up the Dalton Highway, but so worth it. It is possible to drive yourself, but why would you? With a driver doing all the work, all the while narrating, you are able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Our driver was Sabrina and she was amazing. She is a grandmother who goes on many personal adventures, so she has lots of stories to tell. She works a VERY long day, but your safety is her #1 priority. We learned a lot about the Alaskan Pipeline, which was a nice bonus. Seeing the Yukon Camp and river was very eye-opening. BONUS ~ we also got to see a beautiful Grizzly Bear just saunter onto the highway a few miles before reaching the Arctic Circle. Do not think twice ~ book this tour when you are in Fairbanks.

Response from Host

Nov 2021

Thank you Jaykrisj for joining Sabrena on your Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure. Sounds like you had a grand ole time. We appreciate your review and wish you safe travels!

Lynn_S

Oct 2021

Our guide, Suzanne, was amazing! She told us great stories and info. We had a Caribou herd cross the road ahead of us! They were so cool! We saw the pipeline, watched several short historical films, met people and had a great time!!

Response from Host

Oct 2021

YES, we agree with you. Thank you for joining Suzanne and thank you for taking the time to share with others your experience with Northern Alaska Tour Company. Thank you!