Fairbanks · WINTER ACTIVITIES
10 reviewed
Out of 10 winter activities on this site, these 10 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and standout details sit below, so you can pick in five minutes and get back to planning the trip.
A long winter road trip from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle on the Dalton Highway, with pipeline views, Yukon River stops, and a certificate.
“I had a great experience with our guide Shawn he was very friendly and knowledgeable. You get to see beautiful views along the dalton highway I would definitely recommend this tour.”
Hotel pickup in Fairbanks, a warm yurt meet-up, and a one-hour husky sled ride with cocoa, expert guides, and real mushing know-how.
“it was amazing! Matt was an excellent guide and did a great job with the dogs. they were very friendly to meet us. I can tell Diego loves his job . He's so focused and wants to run. Matt was really good and knowledgeable about the dogs and the sport. I would definitely recommend this activity to everyone. I was disappointed that they said they would take pictures and we didn't get any pictures”
1-hour Fairbanks dog sledding with hotel pickup, husky kennel time, a guided mushing run, and hot coffee or tea to warm up.
“Loved being in the dog yard! They were so excited and loved getting pets! Seeing how anxious they were to run changed my feelings about this sport”
Fairbanks winter city tour with hotel pickup and a guided loop to the Museum of the North, Pipeline views, and North Pole Santa.
“Private tour of the city with a guide who stayed with us during most of the tour, was knowledgeable and friendly, and gave us recommendations for where to eat. Perfect highlights of Fairbanks tour!”
A full-day small-group winter drive from Fairbanks to Denali, with Tanana Valley stops and gentle snowshoe or nature time.
“Our guide John was so knowledgeable and nice… we truly enjoyed every minute of our adventure! A+++ day!”
One-way Alaska Railroad train from Fairbanks to Anchorage with winter backcountry views, big-window Denali moments, and optional onboard dining.
“This was a super interesting ride with great information and breathtaking views. Everything was done in such an efficient way that getting from Fairbanks to Anchorage was so smooth. I easily checked in a bag and everyone at the station and working the train were incredibly nice. Again, the views were amazing. I did wish that the lights could have been shut off at times so you didn't have the glare in pictures through the window, but that's probably for safety reasons.”
Snowshoe from Fairbanks to Castner Glacier’s ice cave, guided across the glacier with ice cleats, warm vehicle rides, and a short cave visit.
“If I could give this 10 stars I would. The entire experience was amazing. Our guide Owen was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He shared a lot of knowledge about the area and the ice cave and also took some incredible photos for us! I would absolutely do this tour again if I come back to Fairbanks!”
Fairbanks to Denali winter day trip with a heated SHERP off-road ride, Denali Visitor Center, Healy lunch stop, and Coghill’s Store.
“Joel and Tim were Great guides !! This was a highlight of our trip . Well organized. Will recommend to family and friends .”
Fairbanks guided snowshoe hike to Castner Glacier ice cave: walk inside, see tundra and pipeline, small group day trip from $265.
“Great trip, Matthew was an awesome guide. He took his time to take photos for people, made sure everyone was safe hiking and was a careful and good driver. Very good tour for the money, well worth it as the ice cave is very cool.”
Ride a tag sled behind 10–12 huskies in Fairbanks, learn mushing basics, then warm up in a yurt with coffee and cookies.
“It was fun and challenging. Definitely something adventurous. I had a great time and the guide Jeremy was awesome. Peggy was nice and took pictures for me. It was a great experience.”
