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

Make a reservation

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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)

796sarahl

Mar 2022

This was an incredible experience. Part scenery, part history, nature, education, and bracing cold. Blue sky day, the long drive went by like magic. Rob, our driver made this trip a very memorable fun experience. His stories and enthusiasm, coupled with trustworthy driving skills and knowledge of Alaska, pulled this trip to a richly satisfying journey .

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you for joining Rob on our Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure. So glad you enjoyed his stories and the scenery shared along the way! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with others.

Sarah_L

Mar 2022

It would be a 17 hour there and back, it went like a breeze. Tour coach driver made the trip so awesome, with stories, videos, we learned so much about Alaska. The scenery alone is worth the trip. The snow covered trees and forests of white birch on a beautiful blue sky day. Rob our driver was beyond awesome, safe, informative and fun. We leave excited and satisfied, having such a trip experience of the scarce north.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to share with others information about your Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure with Rob. So glad you enjoyed your time up north!

Arika_J

Mar 2022

Just being able to relax and look around! I’m usually the driver it was nice! Suzanne made us feel safe and welcome she was very informative and kind!!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We appreciate your recognition of the talent Suzanne has as a guide. Thank you.