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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $269.00

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Tue 24 Dec

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)

ikkolovemoose

Jan 2020

I was worried that it would be a long trip, but I enjoyed every moment on the bus. Clera is such a knowledgable, well prepared and kind guide. We were offered snacks on the bus. I learned a lot about Alaska thanks to her. We saw a moose crossing the highway and was overwhelmed with the Aurora show. The food at Yukon River Camp was unexpectedly great. It was so much fun to do the sledding on the Yukon River banks. Thank you so much again for such a unforgettable tour!

Jane101102

Dec 2019

It is a 16 hour trip, I feel lucky not try to do it myself. The road is unpaved, partially icy and a lot 18-wheeler speed behind you. On the trip there, we saw another 15-people minivan off the road and wait to be rescued. Our driver and tour guide, Claire, is the best tour guide I ever saw. She is a park ranger turned to tour operator, have a deep passion and knowledge about Alaska wildlife, history and culture side. She kept share her knowledge during the entire road trip and I was loaded with new information after the trip is over. I strongly recommend take this tour if you plan to visit the arctic circle. For me, it is a bucket list item and now it is checked.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Happy New Year Jane101102, We do think we are spoiled with guides like Claire. Thank you for taking the time to join her on your Arctic Circle Adventure and recognizing her skill for the Dalton Highway and passion to share the history and culture with you on the tour. Best wishes for a great new year! Kathy

Kathy R

Dec 2019

Such a beautiful drive, very long, but beautiful. The winter conditions were difficult but I felt so safe with our driver. Tim, our guide, was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, friendly, and a great driver. He tried so hard for us to see the northern lights on the way back, but it just didn’t happen.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thank you Kathy R, We too think Tim is amazing and appreciate you sharing that with other guests. Thank you again for joining us on your Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure. Best wishes for a great new year! Kathy