Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure

Overview

Experience the long day light hours of Alaska's Midnight Sun. Due to the northern location Alaska's Arctic experiences long days of daylight. Discover Alaska's Arctic and enjoy the added daylight.

The ground tour can take place in a 26 passenger coach or 15 passenger van depending on the number of guests we have.

Longest time between stops is 2 hours; however, some stops will be closer. Most stops have an outhouse or bathroom for guests to use if we are not traveling in the coach which has a bathroom on board.

City: Fairbanks

Fri 06 Feb

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Starting at $249.00

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Fri 06 Feb

Starting at $249.00

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What's Included

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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

Begin your one-day guided journey by land across the Arctic Circle with an orientation / briefing of your day. Large map is available to see the region you are travelling. Northern Alaska Tour Company pioneered Arctic Circle touring on Alaska's Dalton Highway. We invite you to join us and experience for yourself the legendary hospitality and authentic interpretation that have made our Arctic Circle Adventures famous.

James Dalton Highway

NOT GOING TO COLDOOT - But will be travelling 200 miles north of Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle sign which is located at Mile Post 115 of the Dalton Highway. Along the journey see and learn the story of Alaska's Arctic from your guide both while in motion and at the various stops along the way. View the remarkable Trans Alaska Pipeline up close and learn the story behind this engineering marvel. Explore up close the amazing arctic tundra and feel the veins of ice just beneath the surface.

Arctic Circle Trading Post

Visit the Arctic Circle Trading Post situated in the rural community of Joy, Alaska. Learn of homesteading by early Alaska pioneers.

Yukon River Bridge

Experience the mighty Yukon River. Marvel at the majestic beauty of the northland's most famous waterway and learn of the river's storied past. This tour will stop both on the way north and south - meals are not included but it is here at the Yukon River Camp where guests can purchase lunch and dinner if needed (or yes, they can bring their own food on the tour)

BLM Arctic Circle Monument Sign

Cross the Arctic Circle in ceremonious fashion and receive an official Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate. This will be your turnaround point for the tour. BUT, the tour continues with more information and stops along the way south.

Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point

View landmarks including the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and Yukon River

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (31)

George_R

Jul 2021

This trip was amazing! Our driver/guide, John, was very informative, charismatic, funny, and an all around great guy. Plenty of photo ops along the way. I highly recommend this to anyone and everyone.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you George for joining John on the Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure and making us part of your Alaska Adventure. We appreciate your recommendation and wish you a fun summer!

rubygoesto

Jun 2021

I loved this tour - I didn't want to drive my own car on the Dalton & this worked out perfectly. My first interaction with this company over the phone talking about the differences in the tours & scheduling one was super pleasant - thanks Cheri! Parking is $4/Day at a lot across the street that is easy to find. My tour guide Patrick was extremely kind, funny, and knowledgeable about the history, environment, pipeline, and more. We stopped at places like gold mining operations, the Trading Post that closed a year ago (cute bathrooms and old lemonade stand), the Yukon River Camp, Finger Mountain, and the pipeline itself. We also walked on some permafrost which was a bit wet but very interesting. When we got to the Arctic Circle sign, Patrick rolled out a red carpet for photos which was a nice touch! So happy I can cross this off my bucket list. He drove very professionally & was able to answer any additional questions myself and the other passengers had. Patrick is definitely a great asset to the company. A nice surprise was seeing Denali at the end while driving back :) 10/10 would book another tour with Northern Alaska Tour Company again. They offer several driving / flying tours and I'm looking into a second one already!

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Thank you for joining Patrick on the Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure. So glad you enjoyed it and thank you for sharing with others your experience travelling with Northern Alaska Tour Company. We would love to have you join us again on another adventure! Best wishes for a great summer.

Jack_E

May 2021

Overall this is a great way to spend a day while visiting Fairbanks! Booking was super easy and everyone was very nice. The tour is very cool and very informative. The Yukon River is beautiful and the Arctic Circle is amazing. My only feedback is the price. The trip is expensive and you also have to pay for food which isn't nothing. Last piece of advice -- it can get chilly! Bring a warm layer or two.

Response from Host

May 2021

Thank you JTE for joining us on the Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure. Good advise -- LAYERS. No matter what time of year layers is always a good idea. We appreciate the feedback on meals for future consideration. Happy Travels.