All Fairbanks Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

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.

Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way

Alaska Railroad Fairbanks to Denali One Way

4 hours

4.4

(23)

from US$102

Your three-hour cruise will take you into the heart of Alaska and introduce you to a family who has made the rivers of Alaska a way of life for five generations. You will see a bush floatplane takeoff alongside the boat, visit the home and kennels of the late four-time Iditarod winner Susan Butcher and see her champion sled dogs in action. Be immersed into the ancient Athabascan Indian culture when our Alaskan Native Guides take you on a personalized tour of the Chena Indian Village. The Binkley family invites you to experience a slice of Alaskan life!

Riverboat Discovery Tour

3 hours

At Heart of Alaska Tours, we believe the best way to experience Alaska is with someone who truly calls it home. We're a locally owned small business, not a large tour company running guests through a script. When you travel with us, you're not just another seat on a bus. We keep our groups small so we can share the places, stories, and experiences that made us fall in love with Alaska in the first place. Our guides have spent years exploring Alaska's backroads, trails, wildlife areas, and small towns. We know where to stop for the best views, where wildlife is often seen, and how to adapt each day to make the most of your adventure. We focus on authentic Alaska experiences, genuine hospitality, and personal service. There are no rushed schedules,—just unforgettable adventures led by people who are passionate about sharing the true heart of Alaska. Our goal is simple: to help you experience Alaska the way locals do and leave with memories that last a lifetime.

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from US$131

Arctic Circle Day Tour

13 hours

4.7

(696)

from US$299

Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs Soak and Ice Museum Tour

Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs Soak and Ice Museum Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(40)

from US$220

Experience Alaska in one of the most capable off-road machines in the world. Arctic Fat Truck Tours takes you deep into the scenic boreal forest near Fairbanks in a fully enclosed, heated, amphibious Fat Truck designed for Arctic terrain. Travel across snow, mud, water, rolling hills, and rugged wilderness trails while surrounded by towering spruce and birch forests and wide-open Interior landscapes. Along the way, your guide shares insights about local wildlife, the boreal ecosystem, and what life is really like in Alaska's far north with scenic photo stops built into the journey. As a locally owned and operated business, we focus on delivering a personal, memorable experience that blends comfort, capability, and authentic Alaskan adventure. If you're ready to explore Alaska in a way few travelers ever do, Arctic Fat Truck Tours offers an unforgettable ride through the Last Frontier.

Arctic Fat Truck Tours

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from US$100

30 minutesFree Cancellation

Reindeer Meet and Greet

4.2

(19)

from US$40

Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole

30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(1,609)

from US$115

Original Arctic Circle Drive from Fairbanks

16 hours

4.8

(213)

from US$259

Experience the thrill of Alaska’s gold mining history at Gold Dredge 8! Start with an up-close look at the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and discover the story behind its construction and operation. Then, climb aboard a replica of the Tanana Valley Railroad and enjoy entertaining stories from the conductor about the thousands of prospectors who flocked to the gold fields during the gold rush. Your scenic train ride delivers you straight to Gold Camp, where you can explore the dredge and try your hand at gold panning—with gold guaranteed! Enjoy complimentary coffee and freshly baked cookies in the gift shop, and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and stories of Alaska’s gold rush before returning to the station.

Gold Dredge 8 Historic Tour

2 hours

4.5

(975)

from US$92

Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit

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.

Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit

Fairbanks City Highlights: Guided Golden Heart Tour

4.7

(222)

from US$99

Aerial view of downtown Fairbanks, Alaska, showcasing the Chena River and cityscape.

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

A summer hike (4 miles round trip) into the Alaska Range takes you across open tundra and rugged mountain views, with chances to spot moose,Caribou and bald eagle along the way. At Castner Glacier, you’ll find a natural ice tunnel carved by flowing meltwater. Step inside, and the glacier glows deep blue, with smooth, winding walls and cool, echoing air—like walking through a frozen river hidden in the mountains. After you return from your hike we will head back to North Pole where you are going to have some free time to explore the world famous Santa Clause House. Drop Off at your hotel or AirBnB around 5:30 pm. Licensed by Bureau of Land Management, Department of the Interior permit #2025-00197

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from US$185

Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure Summer Hike from Fairbanks

Castner Glacier Ice Cave Adventure Summer Hike from Fairbanks

9 hours 30 minutes

4.8

(58)

from US$275

River Rafting in Alaska Wilderness

6 hours

(15)

from US$150

Enjoy adventures away from Fairbanks as you discover the beautiful landscapes of the Alaskan wilderness. Walk along the thundering Yukon River, and hike above the tree line of Finger Mountain for gorgeous views. At the Arctic Circle take a commemorative photo, and learn about the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, one of the world’s largest pipelines. Enjoy live commentary and hotel transport on this full-day tour.

Arctic Circle Full-Day Adventure from Fairbanks

Arctic Circle Full-Day Adventure from Fairbanks

12 to 15 hours

4.5

(128)

from US$260

Operated by Heart of Alaska Tours. Fairbanks City Highlight Tour stands out because it's led by passionate locals who know Fairbanks inside and out. Rather than just visiting popular landmarks, you provide an insider's perspective, sharing personal stories, lesser-known facts, and hidden gems that most visitors miss. Your small-group approach creates a personalized experience, making guests feel like they're exploring the city with a friend rather than just following a scripted tour.

Fairbanks Top City Highlights Tour Summer/Fall

Fairbanks Top City Highlights Tour Summer/Fall

Fairbanks Sled Dog Mushing Cart Ride & Kennel Tour

(50)

from US$160

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(65)

from US$115

Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour

12 to 14 hours

(952)

from US$330

Skip the hassle of buying or bringing your own gear—and follow your guide to optimal wilderness fishing spots you wouldn’t otherwise find—on this half-day, small-group tour. With transportation from your Fairbanks hotel, fishing equipment, flies/lures, and expert instruction included, you have the best chance of catching grayling, northern pike, and seasonal salmon in pristine Alaskan rivers. Enjoy an authentic boreal wilderness experience with none of the planning stress.

1/2 Day Fairbanks Fishing Trip W/ transportation

1/2 Day Fairbanks Fishing Trip W/ transportation

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Take a glimpse into the traditional life of a sleddog in Interior Alaska. The lineage of these dogs traces back to when the first Native Alaskans/Inuit people inhabited the Arctic. We also have dogs from the Canadian/Greenland Arctic regions and promote the subsistence lifestyle of those Arctic cultures. These dogs will show you what they have been born and bred to do as pack animals, while we have been stewards of their care for the past centuries, maintaining this heritage. Witness the outright enthusiasm these dogs have for doing what they love!

(20)

from US$210

Alaskan Sled Dog Excursion in Fairbanks

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(16)

from US$135

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.

Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Experience

Spectacular Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Experience

9 hoursFree Cancellation

You’ll explore Fairbanks in a way that’s personal, flexible, and heartfelt, laughs, stories, and real connections included. This isn’t a rushed checklist of stops, it’s a chance to experience the city’s true spirit with a local guide who loves sharing it. From meeting Santa and his reindeer to snapping selfies at the Alaska Pipeline, browsing local art and culture, fueling up with local fudge and coffee, and diving into history at the Museum of the North you’ll see why Fairbanks is called the Golden Heart City. We’ll finish with a stop at the Great Alaska Bowl Company, where handmade craftsmanship meets the perfect souvenir. This is the Heart of Fairbanks tour where reindeer and culture meet coffee and laughs bundled with Alaskan Charm. Embrace the unknown, let your bucket list be your compass and I’ll be your guide.

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from US$225

Beautiful and historic spot the AK pipeline. Great chance to spot a moose eagles or some amazing big gold trucks.

Heart of Fairbanks Tour Culture, History and Fun

(40)

from US$170

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.

Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour

Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour

10 hours

(1,332)

from US$275

Start your day rumbling through Alaska’s countryside on this 32-mile (51-kilometer) morning all-terrain-vehicle adventure, perfect for both experienced and first-time off-road drivers. Settle aboard a rugged 2020 Can-Am Maverick Trail side-by-side vehicle with your companion; and bump along unmade trails that wind high and low through ever-changing landscapes—all with a guide to share tales about the region and point out sights as you go.

Side by Side Morning Tour

Fairbanks Top City Highlights Tour Summer/Fall

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from US$450

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What are people saying about Fairbanks

kdf96, Jun 2026

Fun Adventure

We had a fantastic time on the Fairbanks Top City Highlights Tour, and John once again made the experience outstanding. He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so many interesting details throughout the day. Pioneer Park was fun, the museum was fascinating, and the visit to the North Pole was quiet and charming. John did a great job from start to finish, and we highly recommend this tour.

Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs Soak and Ice Museum Tour

kdf96, Jun 2026

Great trip

We had an incredible experience on the Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour, and John made it even better. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and kept the whole ride fun and smooth. The Hot Springs felt absolutely wonderful—the perfect way to unwind—and the Ice Museum was amazing, especially the atmosphere and the artistry inside. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Fairbanks, and extra thanks to John for making the day unforgettable.

Arctic Circle Day Tour

Charles_S, Jun 2026

A Must while in Fairbanks.

A full day excursion to the Arctic Circle. Learn about the road, from construction to traffic that uses this road to the north slope. Milo, our tour driver, was very knowledgeable, a safe driver and explained everything about the road. An excellent tour!

Fairbanks City Highlights: Guided Golden Heart Tour

Joan_A, May 2026

Great tour!

Spent a wonderful 1/2 day with Blake exploring Fairbanks. He was highly knowledgeable and we really enjoyed the trip. He tailored the stops to cover what we didn't know and skipped the things we had already seen. Rather than dropping us back at the hotel she offered to drop us off downtown to enjoy poking around ourselves. I would highly recommend their company - Find Alaska - to book a trip tailored to what you want to see.

Electric Moose Studios Aurora Adventure W/Portraits & Hot Pizza!!

Victoria_S, Apr 2026

Amazing tour guide and photographer!

Not only were we graced by the lights, but Nathan captured us in stunning photos so we weren’t stressing over figuring out our cameras. Nathan was a fantastic tour guide and photographer! The hot pizzas and cookies on a cold night were a treat too. We took another aurora tour with a different provider the night before and were in a huge group crammed into a tight cabin with light coming out of it and people flashing their flashlights in our eyes while they tried to figure out their cameras to capture the lights. Instead, Electric Moose provided a very small group of only 10 people, so it felt like hanging out with a few friends, and Nathan had individual time with each of us to capture all sorts of gorgeous pics in his expertly-located remote secret spot where there was minimal light and beautiful scenery that made our pics stunning. Nathan was so enthusiastic it was contagious. Our group was sharing pics and marveling at the lights together all night and although the temps were low and winds high, Nathan’s heated tent provided the perfect toasty warming shelter. We woke up later in the day to the spectacular album of pics. This tour made for a once-in-a-lifetime night for us and we absolutely recommend it!

Arctic Night Tours | Northern Lights Tour with FREE Photography

Tiffany_W, Apr 2026

Just book this tour. Our...

Just book this tour. Our guides were amazing, they provided snacks, water and warmers. They even gave us dessert to go after the tour. We saw the aurora for the first time and also got to really enjoy it. We got to enjoy it because you don’t have to worry about taking photos because they will do it for you. I would recommend this tour.

SkyChase™ | Northern Lights Experience - Free Photography & More

Pamela_O, Apr 2026

Amazing tour! Best chance to see the Northern lights with photos!!

These guys are experts!! They took us to a great place for viewing the Northern lights near Birch Lake. They took professional photos, and provided several heated areas to hang out to warm up when it got too cold. We would not have been able to see the Northern lights as vividly or at all without this tour. We tried. We highly recommend this tour!!! I also wanted to say that we had a lot of trouble making it to our tour due to mechanical issues with our first airplane, leading us to be re-routed through Portland and Anchorage. Nicole was absolutely wonderful about working with us to help us join the tour. It also happened to be the best viewing during our entire stay. We are very thankful. This tour was wonderful and the guides are nice people.

Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit

Brodie_G, Mar 2026

Great experience, knowledgeable hosts!

It's a pretty straightforward experience. The host picks you up at your hotel (if you select that option). It's a 35 minute drive to the aurora house, and the guides will take pictures and you can take video and such on your phone. For the night I went, the aurora was visible at 10:30 pm and 2 am. So there can be a gap between sightings.

Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour

Elaine_H, Mar 2026

Up to the circle with Jessica.

First we would like to start with our guide Jessica. She was extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, accommodating, adaptive and prepared. She kept us very informed of the route we were going on and what to expect. Unfortunately, the Northern Lights did not accommodate us but Jessica tried. She stopped so many times to see if they were showing and did everything possible to find them but it was not to be. Her driving was extremely safe. The condition of the highway with the snow and ice could have made the drive trechararous but at no time did we feel unsafe. As far as how to dress, check the weather and dress appropriately. It was -11 and we had on thermals, coats, gloves and scarves and were as comfortable as could be. The only negative we have to say is, because it was so cold out, except for the windshield and front side windows, all the others were iced over on the inside so we couldn't see out at all. We tried the scraping with a credit card as Jessica suggested but it really didn't work. Maybe wipe them down with shaving cream or have a bottle of isopropyl alcohol and rags to wipe them with. This was a bucket list that we definitely will remember and was totally worth it!

Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour

Kimberly_A, Mar 2026

Do not miss this one!

This was an incredible excursion and an absolute MUST if you're visiting Fairbanks! We had dinner at the on‑site restaurant; the standout dish by far was the Clam Chowder (so delicious!)—the rest of the menu was just okay. But the Hot Springs? Absolutely AMAZING. Some of our best photos from the entire trip came from capturing the auroras at Chena Hot Springs and even on the drive back to the lodge. It was such a magical experience. If you’re in Fairbanks, do not skip this. 10/10 recommend!

Heart of Fairbanks Tour Culture, History and Fun

Rebecca_H, Mar 2026

Perfect local tour

Traveled solo and this was a perfect half day tour to see the main attractions at/around Fairbanks. I was with the owner Gina and she was absolutely incredible. She even knew what roads to take to lead to some wildlife sightings! You can tell she takes the time to personally craft her tours, and her heart and personality really shine Already looking to come back and boom privates with her

1/2 Day Fairbanks Fishing Trip W/ transportation

Makenna_S, Oct 2025

Experience of a lifetime

5/5 stars!! I took my family on this excursion while in Fairbanks and we all loved it! We were mostly not experienced and that was not an issue. Our guide, Jake, made sure that everyone was having an unforgettable time and catered to our needs. We caught a fish and he prepped it for us so we could take it home and cook it.