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Journey north from Fairbanks along the Dalton Highway, one of the most remote and northerly roads, to the Arctic Circle. You’ll spend the day moving deeper into Alaska’s far north as forest thins and the landscape opens into wide valleys and tundra.
On the return, the late-night drive is timed for prime aurora viewing hours, with a chance to see the northern lights (a natural phenomenon that can’t be guaranteed).
We make several scenic stops at viewpoints for photos and short walks, including the Arctic Circle sign at 66°33′N.
Groups are limited to seven guests, with a guaranteed window seat and an unhurried pace. Expect regular breaks, flexibility for conditions, and a comfortable ride in a fully winter-equipped AWD van with snacks, water, and hot drinks.
This is mostly a road-based experience with short, easy walks, plus commentary from your guide throughout. Total duration is approximately 12–14 hours, including pickup and drop-off in the Fairbanks area.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Exact pickup time and location will be confirmed 1–2 days before your tour. Please be ready 10 minutes early. Pickup is within the Fairbanks/North Pole area; contact us in advance if you’re outside city limits.
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 Bridge
A major Interior Alaska waterway crossed on the journey north, with views that highlight the scale and wildness of the region.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Finger Mountain (Pass by)
A high-country wayside with sweeping tundra views, where the landscape begins to feel distinctly northern.
Admission ticket free -
4BLM Arctic Circle Monument Sign
A classic roadside stop at the Arctic Circle marker for photos and a brief break before turning south.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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 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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