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The 15 Best Tours in Fairbanks

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Every tour on this site, one page, best first. Below are the 15 bookings that stand out across interior Alaska right now: what each one costs, how long it runs, and why it earned the spot. The full catalogue sits underneath if none of these fits your trip.

Alaska Snowmobile Adventure Tour

Alaska Snowmobile Adventure Tour - Meet at North Pole, then get fitted and ready to roll

1.Alaska Snowmobile Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,703 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $112Our pick

A guided snowmobile ride in North Pole through frozen lakes and remote trails, plus warm drinks and snacks after. Small group.

“It’s very fun. The tour guide was very nice. We had time to go out and play around while he just watched us.”

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Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole

Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole - Gear that makes sub-zero weather feel manageable

2.Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,394 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $105

Private dog sledding in North Pole, Alaska: 30 minutes with Alaskan huskies, cold gear provided, voice-guided turns, and photo stops.

“I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Lindsey and her team of dogs. The dogs were so friendly and disciplined. We sped through the snow in a silent, snowy landscape.”

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Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour

Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour - Pickup, drive, and winter wildlife spotting

3.Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,278 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $250

Small-group Fairbanks tour to Chena Hot Springs with Aurora Ice Museum, mineral hot springs, and guided aurora viewing with pickup.

“We planned our trip to Fairbanks in order to see the northern lights. As the time came near it was apparent that it was too cloudy. We did the chena hot springs tour and enjoyed the dinner (a bit pricey but a good value) and the ice museum was a kick. The hot spring pool was wonderful, welcoming accommodations and a large open outdoor pool, with nice atmosphere lighting (green red and blue lights). What made this excursion next level was our guide Shannon. As we returned to Fairbanks it continued to be overcast but she was determined to get us to experience the Northern lights. Twice she had found…”

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Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour

Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour - Stop 1: Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline up close

4.Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 942 reviews · 12 to 14 hours (approx.) · from $330

Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle on the Dalton Highway for a small-group aurora hunt, with hotel pickup, meals, and Arctic Circle photos.

“Was looking forward to go to the artic circle, but our trip got canceled due to road conditions. Bummer”

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2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour - The sights you’ll actually care about: Otto Lake, Healy Valley, and big mountain views

5.2.5-Hour Denali Wilderness ATV Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 917 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

2.5 hours of Denali backcountry ATV riding with hotel pickup, guides, and mud, water, and big views.

“Great tour! Tour guides Cat & Bailey were wonderful and high energy. Saw beautiful landscapes, highly recommend. & Andy our bus driver was great too!”

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Guided Fairbanks Snowmobile Tour

Guided Fairbanks Snowmobile Tour - Hitting the trail: Pipeline views, groomed sections, and forest turns

6.Guided Fairbanks Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 809 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $169

Guided Ski-Doo snowmobile tour from North Pole near Fairbanks with practice laps, heated helmets, pipeline views, wildlife chances, and warm gear.

“We booked the same day experience, and were absolutely amazed by the service, care, friendliness and professionalism of the crew. From having all needed equipment available and clean, to the safety of the snow mobile rides. Stunning views and beautiful ride.”

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SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience – Free Photography & More

SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience - Free Photography & More - North Pole Route: A Fun Stop Before Darker Skies

7.SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience – Free Photography & More

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 706 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $335

SkyChase Northern Lights from Fairbanks chases clear skies with a heated van, campfire warmth, and pro photo help plus an aurora guarantee.

“The guide was nice and provides good treatment to us. The campfire was excellent for setting the vibe for a happy coming New Year. The north light appeared several times, and our camera remained operational even in such severe cold temperatures. The whole experience was excellent.”

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Arctic Circle Day Tour

Arctic Circle Day Tour - Finger Mountain walk: short legs, big photo payoff

8.Arctic Circle Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 680 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $305

Arctic Circle day tour from Fairbanks via the Dalton Highway in a small-group van, with tundra walk, pipeline sights, and a certificate.

“This was an amazing trip. We learned about the Aleyska pipeline and got to see many, many miles of it as we traveled northward on the famous Dalton Highway - and yes, it's just like it's portrayed on tv. We met firefighters from several different countries since the trip afforded us a lunch stop at an outpost. I can go on and on, but we went during the summer (late July) and it was a whopping 34 degrees. Loved, loved, loved this excursion and even the rest of group that was also on the tour. Would go again!”

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Denali Park Zipline Adventure

Denali Park Zipline Adventure - Six Suspension Bridges: The Part That Separates Thrills From Thrashing

9.Denali Park Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 675 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $208

Denali-area ziplining with hotel pickup, certified guides, six suspension bridges, seven ziplines, and Alaska Range views in about 3 hours.

“Sadly we didn’t fly due to weather, but I did it in the past and it was awesome. Next time I get back this way, it’s a definite”

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Denali Rafting Canyon Wave

Denali Rafting Canyon Wave - The Gear Setup Matters: Drysuit, Helmet, River Shoes, and Why That’s Worth Paying For

10.Denali Rafting Canyon Wave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 643 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $147

Denali Canyon Wave rafting on the Nenana River: 11 miles of rapids, drysuits, roundtrip pickup, and Class III–IV thrills near Denali.

“The guides made for an excellent trip! It was exhilarating and not too cold, even early in the morning!”

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Alaskan Heritage & Sightseeing Tour

Alaskan Heritage & Sightseeing Tour - Alyeska Pipeline viewing point: short stop, strong photo value

11.Alaskan Heritage & Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 495 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $165

Fairbanks in one guided day: Alyeska Pipeline views, the Museum of the North, Chena River culture stops, and Santa Claus House for $165.

“It was phenomenal! Tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly,funny. Had a fantastic time! Learned so much history about Fairbanks. Santa Claus House made my day!”

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Northern Lights Aurora Tour with FREE Photography

Northern Lights Aurora Tour with FREE Photography - Where you watch: remote dark skies and photo-friendly stops

12.Northern Lights Aurora Tour with FREE Photography

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 486 reviews · 8 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $210

Fairbanks northern lights chase with pickup, small group vibes, and included pro photography. Long cold night, great planning, real value.

“This aurora tour was absolutely outstanding. The guides are incredibly responsible, patient, and highly professional. They truly care about every guest and made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the night. What impressed me most was their expertise in predicting the aurora. Using their own experience and proven methods, they accurately judged the timing of the aurora’s appearance—and it worked! We were able to see the northern lights beautifully. They also thoughtfully prepared snacks, water, and hand warmers for all guests, which made a huge difference in the cold. On top of that, they took professional photos for us with high-quality cameras, so we could fully...”

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Alaskan Back Country Side by Side ATV Adventure with Meal

Alaskan Back Country Side by Side ATV Adventure with Meal - Getting to the action: Otto Lake Road meeting point and pickup timing

Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks

Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks - Pickup and small-group setup in Fairbanks

14.Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 481 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $189

Chase the Northern Lights in Fairbanks with pickup and a free JPG photo service, then get your aurora shots via OneDrive or Dropbox.

“David was a nice polite photographer and our van driver. Only me and my wife were in the SUV so we got plenty of time for photographers and we were really lucky to just see the Aurora right out of the gate in the first location he took us to. We decided to come back soon since we'd already gotten a glimpse of the lights throughout and we were really tired. But lucky for us we got an even brighter display of the lights on our way back and David was quick to pull over and capture them some more for us”

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Horse-Drawn Covered Wagon Ride with Backcountry Dining

Horse-Drawn Covered Wagon Ride with Backcountry Dining - Wagon ride near Denali: 45 minutes of pioneer pace and real views