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Journey north from Fairbanks along the Dalton Highway, one of the most remote roads in North America and a working industrial route through Alaska’s far north, to the Arctic Circle.
You’ll spend the day moving deeper into Alaska’s Interior as forest, river valleys, pipeline views, and open northern landscapes unfold along the route. We make several scenic stops for photos, fresh air, and short walks throughout the day, including time at the Arctic Circle sign at 66°33′N.
This summer Arctic Circle tour from Fairbanks is a road-based sightseeing experience designed for travelers who want to see a remote part of Alaska without rushing through the journey. Your guide shares ongoing commentary on the Dalton Highway, Trans-Alaska Pipeline, boreal forest, permafrost, wildlife habitat, and life in Alaska’s Interior.
Groups are limited to 7 guests in a comfortable 11-passenger van, with guaranteed window seats, a relaxed pace, regular breaks, and flexibility, plus snacks, water, and drinks.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickups around Fairbanks generally take place between 7:30-8:00 AM. Your exact pickup time and location will be confirmed no later than the day before your tour; please be ready 5 minutes early. Pickup is within the Fairbanks/North Pole area; contact us in advance if you’re outside city limits to see if we can accommodate your location.
Itinerary
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1Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point
A world-famous engineering landmark running alongside the route, with roadside viewpoints and photo stops along the way.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2James Dalton Highway
One of the world’s most remote and northerly highways, stretching from the forests north of Fairbanks into Alaska’s vast far-north country. We'll stop for photos at the James Dalton Highway sign before we travel the first 115 miles along the Haul Road to the Arctic Circle sign (tour does not proceed all the way to Coldfoot as may be displayed on TripAdvisor's itinerary map for this stop)
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Yukon River Camp
A scenic stop at the Yukon River, where we cross the only bridge in Alaska crossing the Yukon. Guests have access to clean bathrooms (with running water), enjoy lunch, and step outside for photos overlooking this vast Interior Alaska waterway.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Finger Mountain
A high-country wayside with sweeping tundra views, where the landscape begins to feel distinctly northern. Optional brief hike to a viewing point amongst granite monuments called Tors overlooking the subarctic alpine tundra.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5BLM Arctic Circle Monument Sign
A classic roadside stop at the Arctic Circle marker for photos and a brief break before turning south.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age 15
- This tour involves approximately 12–13 hours of travel, with extended driving on a remote and often rough road. It is not recommended for guests with health conditions that may be aggravated by long periods of sitting, vibration, bumps, limited services, or travel far from immediate medical care.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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