Top Fairbanks Travel & Transportation Services

Riding the Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star Train from Fairbanks, just getting to the national park is a grand adventure. Over roughly four hours, you’ll take in one of the country’s most scenic train routes from your reserved seat, learning about Alaskan history from your onboard guide. At the terminus, you’re dropped off adjacent to the visitor center, where you can start your Denali exploration.

What makes us special is our dedicated, professional guide, who will accompany you throughout your entire journey. Relax while we handle the driving, and rest assured that your guide will be there to provide valuable information, Alaskan facts, and stories about Alaska. Additionally, if the Northern Lights are visible during your tour, we will include a professional portrait photography session to capture the magic of the moment.

Go on an aurora hunt from Fairbanks and hopefully see one of nature’s most spectacular light shows. Head out to a high-elevation lodge at Cleary Summit that’s ideally positioned for seeing the lights dance overhead. Stay warm inside with floor-to-ceiling windows for easy Northern Lights viewing, or step outside for a closer look. A guide helps spot the aurora and advises on photographing them while you enjoy cocoa, coffee, and snacks.

Discover the serene beauty of Chena Hot Springs, a top destination for both locals and visitors. This tour offers a scenic drive filled with chances to spot wildlife, leading you to the famous rock-lined hot springs pool. Unwind in the soothing mineral waters or enjoy a unique appletini inside the Ice Museum. You can also take a guided tour of the facilities to learn about their sustainable food practices. Engage with knowledgeable guides on the return trip to satisfy your curiosity about Interior Alaska. - Scenic drive to Chena Hot Springs with wildlife viewing opportunities - Relax in the natural mineral waters of the hot springs pool - Visit the Aurora Ice Museum and enjoy an appletini - Learn about sustainable food and energy practices during a guided tour of the facilities

Try your luck spotting the northern lights inside a cozy countryside cabin, where you can wait for the lights to (hopefully) appear in the sky while saying warm and comfy. Located on a hilltop near Murphy Dome, the cabin has several windows offering 360° views of the night sky, giving you the best chance to see them. Your guide monitors the aurora and assists with photography and spotting.

Travel like an Alaskan—aboard a dogsled—during this dogsledding and mushing experience in Fairbanks. Hop aboard and hold on to be towed by energetic dogs down five miles (eight kilometers) of snowy trails with your private party. You can help drive the team with voice commands, as your guide supervises from the back of the sled.

This is your Custom Aurora Activity for a Partial Night. This is an Aurora Chase to find the best view or clear skies to maximize your Aurora Viewing potential. Short on time? Want to add in one extra quick go at chasing the aurora? Too tired for a full night? Concerned about lack of bathrooms on the Chase? Weather looking to iffy for your schedule? Arriving or Departing from Fairbanks at odd hours that leave you with only a couple hours? Then this is one for YOU!!!

Not all Northern Lights tours are the same. At Champion Skyes Adventures, we've created an aurora experience that is comfortable, personal, and focused on helping you appreciate one of nature's greatest displays. Instead of standing in the cold for hours, guests can relax in our heated lodge with complimentary refreshments, indoor seating, and restroom access while remaining just steps from the viewing area. Our guides explain what causes the aurora, why it changes shape and color, and why Alaska is one of the best places on Earth to see it. When the lights appear, step outside to enjoy the show, gather around the fire, and capture the moment. Complimentary aurora portraits are included when conditions allow. Experience the Northern Lights in comfort while creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Explore beyond Fairbanks city limits—and enjoy an exciting but relaxing array of activities at the Chena Hot Springs Resort—on this small-group tour. Admire ice sculptures at the Aurora Ice Museum, unwind in the resort’s hot mineral springs, and upgrade to enjoy drinks or a meal on site. If the conditions are right, you can then cap off the experience with a northern lights viewing before returning to your hotel.

Spotting the northern lights is a bucket-list experience, so don’t risk subpar photos that fail to capture their magic. Trust your once-in-a-lifetime shots to a professional photographer with years of experience framing clients against the aurora borealis. Keep warm with hot pizza, drinks, and warming shelter as you wait for the skies to light up, then pose below the technicolor night sky.

Stay dry and comfortable during your adventures in Alaska with our complete 3-piece rain gear rental, including a jacket, pants, and boots. Perfect for exploring Anchorage or Fairbanks, this rental allows you to set your own pace while enjoying the great outdoors. Each jacket features adjustable cuffs, a one-hand hood adjustment, and zipped pockets for convenience. The durable and waterproof materials ensure you stay protected from the elements, making it a great option for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Choose type of rain gear: fishing rain gear or hiking, bibs or pants. Etc. - Convenient 3-piece rain package ideal for Alaskan weather - Includes waterproof jacket, pants, and boots (sizes SM-4XL) - Fully adjustable features for comfort and fit - Perfect for outdoor activities in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Many city or location options. - Cruising to or from Alaska and need rain gear or boots on a cruise. One way rentals available. Hotel deliveries Availble.

Experience a scenic winter Alaska railroad trip from Fairbanks to Anchorage aboard the Aurora Winter Train. You’ll ride in a heated railcar with comfortable seats, large picture windows, and onboard dining options. This scenic full-day railroad trip follows the same backcountry stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train, and offers spectacular views of the pristine snow-covered landscape and North America’s highest mountain peak.

How many people can say they’ve crossed the Arctic Circle? Experience the landscapes of a lifetime on this full-day guided trip from Fairbanks to search for the northern lights. Journey through Alaskan wilderness aboard comfortable transport, and take a stroll along the Yukon River. On a high plateau of Finger Mountain, spot wildlife such as foxes, moose and bears. On the way back, hope to witness the splendor of aurora borealis.

Discover the Arctic Circle, without worrying about logistics, on this full-day tour from Fairbanks. Travel the famous Dalton Highway, visit the Yukon River, stop by the Arctic Circle Trading Post, and get views of the tundra landscape. Learn about life in rural Alaska through your guide's commentary and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife that lives in these remote areas.

Immerse yourself in the Arctic Circle and Dalton Highway on this tour from Fairbanks. Beat vacation planning overwhelm, and leave the organization and logistics to your guide. Cover plenty of ground in a vehicle, resting your feet between stops at Finger Mountain, the Arctic Circle Monument Sign, and more. Perfect for travelers wanting to visit the Arctic Tundra on their trip to Alaska.

Zip around by snowmobile on the outskirts of the North Pole during a 1-hour guided tour near Fairbanks. Your guide provides driving instructions and practice time before you head out past the Alaska Pipeline and through snow-covered forests. You'll ride in comfort on a Ski Doo luxury touring snowmobile that accommodates one or two riders, and has heated handgrips and electric start. Look for Alaska's native wildlife including moose, fox, snowshoe hare, ptarmigan, grouse, and squirrels. Includes experienced guide, and use of snowmobile and weatherproof clothing.

Go far off the beaten track on this small-group tour that takes you along one of the world's most isolated roads. Travel into the Alaskan wilderness along the Dalton Highway from Fairbanks to the edge of the Arctic Circle. On the way back, keep your eyes peeled for the northern lights, though the natural phenomenon cannot be guaranteed.

This is a 1.5 mile mini mushing activity that circles our property through black spruce, alders, and birch trees. The actual sledding time is 15-20 minutes. Full activity time is 1-1.5 hours. In the beginning we will go over how to ride on and in your tandem dog sleds. Once we have this out of the way we can create some noise and meet the dogs! While you enjoy kisses and hugs from your loving huskies we will harness and hook up the team. Once hooked up we will head out onto your trails around the property with great views from high on a ridge. There are ample opportunities for photos along the way and plenty of cuddle time when we return to the kennel. The Kennel visit will take place either before or after your sled ride, dependent on weather, the dogs, and your guide's schedule.

This is your Signature adventure, an interactive sledding activity, we prefer to have people stand on the runners and drive the dogs, with us on a tag sled as guide throughout the experience. Though sitting in the Sled can be accommodated as needed, especially for children and seniors.

Learn more about Fairbanks’ intriguing culture and history on a small-group sightseeing tour. Browse the exhibits at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitor Center and the Museum of the North, where you find contemporary art, natural history, and an intriguing sound room. See the Alyeska Pipeline from the viewing point and pay a visit to Santa Claus at the North Pole. Note that the itinerary may change seasonally.

The only private aurora tour in Fairbanks with both a wilderness lodge and mobile chase capability. Recommended by National Geographic, your group gets exclusive use of the lodge, van, and guide—the night runs entirely on your schedule. Most aurora tours make you choose: sit at a lodge and hope, or ride in a van all night. This tour does both. On clear nights, you watch the aurora from a warm cedar cabin with panoramic windows, a fireplace, and hot drinks deep in Alaska's interior. If clouds move in, your guide Michael, a lifelong Alaskan, takes your group mobile to chase clear skies—so a cloudy forecast doesn't cost you the lights. No other private tour in Fairbanks offers this. Groups of 2-9 guests, families with children under 10 welcome. Stay out until 5 AM or wrap up early—the pace is yours, start to finish.

Choose this activity if you are all about maximizing your time to get your best chance at viewing the lights for a full rotation of the Aurora Oval throughout a night. Then activity is the one for you!!!

When you need to travel between Fairbanks and Denali National Park, look no further than this shuttle service. This economical shared transfer, offered in both directions, includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation. En route, pass the time soaking up the beautiful scenery while hearing fascinating commentary about Alaska.