Golden Heart Tour gold panning, Arctic Animals Local Treasures

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Your local, knowledgeable guide will pick you up & take you on a full-day adventure through Alaska’s history, culture, and unforgettable experiences. We’ll begin by visiting the Alaska Pipeline. After a gold mine , where you’ll learn the rich story of Fairbanks’ gold rush roots including the era of Felix Pedro the traditions that helped build Alaska. Enjoying a charming ride on a small train inspired by Alaska’s rail history, traveling on your way to the gold panning area. Here, you’ll have the chance to pan for gold yourself & yes, you’ll take your gold home with you as a real Alaskan souvenir! Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum, featuring vintage cars, elegant historic clothing, and unforgettable. Then we’ll head to the Large Animal Research Station to see & learn about incredible animals up close including musk ox, reindeer, caribou, while learning about their role in Alaska’s culture and environment. Finish the day Great Alaska Bowl Company, creations made from Alaska.

What's Included

Admission fee
Final drop-off is included at your hotel or a dinner location of your choice in Fairbanks. Additional transportation after drop-off is not included. Food drinks are not included in price.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is included from select Fairbanks hotels and airbnb within city limits. Please be ready in the main lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Your guide will also send a text when on the way. If you have any questions, call or text 907-590-9411.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start your gold rush adventure aboard a replica of the Tanana Valley Railroad train, then enjoy a fun, hands-on gold panning experience with a live demonstration and time to pan for real gold yourself. Afterward, explore the mining museum and get an up-close look at the famous Gold Dredge 8 and of course Souvenir shopping.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Visit the UAF Large Animal Research Station (LARS) to see muskoxen and reindeer buffalo up close learn about Alaska’s incredible Arctic animals through education and outreach.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Step back in time at the Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum, home to an incredible collection of rare pre–World War II automobiles and beautiful vintage clothing and fashion from the same era. This is one of Fairbanks’ hidden gems and a fun stop for all ages even if you’re not usually a ‘museum person!

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Stop at one of Fairbanks’ best local treasure shops! The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is one of the last working wooden bowl mills in the U.S. and a fun place to browse handmade bowls, ‘Made in Alaska’ gifts, birch syrup, smoked salmon, and unique souvenirs.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Stop at the Trans-Alaska Pipeline to learn how this engineering masterpiece was built, why it matters, and get great photos up close while I share fun local history.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by AK Bucket List Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

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

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