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".

NOTE - this is not an Aurora tour. While yes it will be dark on the return to Fairbanks, the tour does not stay out later, longer waiting for the aurora . Guests should consider taking an Aurora Adventure if they are wanting to look for the Aurora. We also offer an Arctic Circle Aurora Drive Adventure.

Longest time between stops is 2 hours; however, some stops will be closer. Most stops have an outhouse.

City: Fairbanks

Mon 23 Feb

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Starting at $289.00

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Mon 23 Feb

Starting at $289.00

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
CHECK IN TIME - Check in opens at 9:00AM and closes at 9:15 AM for this tour. Guests not here by 9:15 AM risk missing this tour.

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 (153)

Norman_P

Nov 2024

Tim, our guide is accommodating and knowledgeable. Highly Recommended. Food is good but can be improve. Exceeds our expectations.

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Thank you for joining Tim on our Arctic Circle Winter Drive Adventure. If you have more specifics on the food we would be happy to pass it on to the Yukon River Camp Noodle House. Thank you

Foram_P

Nov 2024

AMAZING and DREAMY! Can’t recommend enough to take this tour. One of the best experiences in our Alaska trip. The tour guide was so nice and knowledgeable and friendly, sharing all sorts of information about Fairbanks, and so much more! Really enjoyed! Got to see Aurora for the first time and it was magical..

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Thank you so much for your recommendation. We appreciate your sharing your experience with others and wish you a wonderful, bright holiday season.

Manouel_O

Oct 2024

We went with a group of 5 people and all of us unanimously agree that this tour was amazing because our tour guide Will was great. He gave us so much info about the land and the history. The tour was great too; really makes you happy that you don’t have to drive to the Arctic circle for yourself especially because there was snow on our way back. The bus was comfortable and spacious. The road was pretty bumpy but there were gorgeous views the entire time. We got to the see pipeline after a documentary about it which made it cooler. Walked the red carpet for the Arctic circle. All in all we enjoyed our experience.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share with others about your experience with Will and Northern Alaska Tour Company. We are so glad you enjoyed your experience and really appreciate you recognizing Will for his part in your day. Our guides do love this region and sharing it is how they pass that love on to others. Thank you!