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6‑Day Northern Lights Journey: Alaska Winter Wonders

6 days
Start and end in Fairbanks
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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 13
Ages 12+

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Fairbanks

    Optional Activities

    • Browse nearby shops, museums, and restaurants
    • Pick up last-minute gear for Alaska's winter conditions
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  2. Day 2

    Fairbanks

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Late dinner at local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center visit
    • University of Alaska Museum of the North visit
    • Guided snowmobile excursion through forest
    • Aurora viewing at remote lodge
    • Aurora photography session

    Optional Activities

    • Local lunch at shops and restaurants
    • Browse local shops, galleries, and artisan boutiques
    Landmarks
    Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
    University of Alaska Museum of the North
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  3. Day 3

    Fairbanks - Chena Hot Springs

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Late dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Dog sledding excursion with Alaskan Huskys
    • Interaction with dogs at kennel
    • Snowcat (SUSV) travel to Charlie Dome summit
    • Aurora viewing at Charlie Dome with heated yurts

    Optional Activities

    • Soak in natural hot springs
    • Explore Chena Hot Springs Resort surroundings
    Landmarks
    Chena Hot Springs Resort
    Charlie Dome
  4. Day 4

    Chena Hot Springs

    Meals
    Breakfast (Late breakfast)

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Aurora Ice Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Snowshoeing or cross-country skiing across scenic trails
    • Snowmobiling
    • Dog sledding
    • Massage at the resort
    Landmarks
    Aurora Ice Museum
  5. Day 5

    Chena Hot Springs - North Pole - Fairbanks

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in North Pole), Dinner (Farewell dinner with group)

    Included Activities

    • Ice fishing experience with heated icehouse
    • Visit to North Pole
    • Farewell dinner with group
    • Final aurora viewing at remote lodge

    Optional Activities

    • Photo with Santa Claus
    • Send letter from Santa
    • Browse shops for handmade Alaskan gifts
    Landmarks
    North Pole
  6. Day 6

    Fairbanks

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Sleep in or take a final stroll through town
    • Pick up last-minute souvenirs

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Reviews from other tours by Southwest Adventure Tours

  • Dan
    April 25th, 2026
    Our driver / guide was excellent
  • Debra
    April 7th, 2026
    Aron was great!! Wonderful guide and driver. We saw such beautiful areas!

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    Carl

    Asked on March 18th, 2026

    i am also interested in the Denali train ride. is there anyway to combine the tour and train ride?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten March 2026

      While our itinerary doesn't include this particular train ride, some of our guests choose to fly into Anchorage and then take the train to Fairbanks before joining the tour, which can be a great option.

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    Ron

    Asked on January 4th, 2025

    When will you have dates for 2026. We're looking at Jan or Feb of 2026 for this tour. Can we not do the snow shoeing or skiing that day? We're in our 70s and active but not athletic so a leisurely stay st the lodge or hotel might be better. We love the other adventures.

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      You wouldnt have to participate in those 2 activities if you didnt want to. We would suggest other options you could do instead of the activities. I will check with my partner on Monday about getting our 2026 reservations on Tour radar. We have them on our website so i know they are ready. Let us know if you have any questions.

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      Ron

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Is this your available late January or early February 2026 and what is the cost?

    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten January 2025

      The next available tour date we have is February 17th, we would love to have you join us! The rate is $3,499 per person for double occupancy.

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      Ron

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      What are your late January or early feb dates for 2026 and what's the cost? I've tried going to the southwest adventure tour websit and I can't get it to load.

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    Ray

    Asked on December 30th, 2023

    Can you please let me know the hotels details. What kind of hotels you are providing?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten December 2023

      We stay the first two nights at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Fairbanks alaska. Then we spent two nights at Chena Hot Springs and then the last night we come back to the SpringHill Suites in fairbanks.

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      Ray

      TravelerWritten December 2023

      Can you please tell me on 22nd Northern lights would be there and will it be viewed from the room.

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    Elizabeth

    Asked on November 16th, 2023

    What time would we need to be in Fairbanks on March 18th? And what time would we be able to get on a flight to return home on March 23rd?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten November 2023

      March 18th and 23rd are both travel days, you can arrive and depart anytime. Just a heads up, we only have 3 seats left on this departure date.

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    Alison

    Asked on October 7th, 2023

    On day 3&4 nothing is said about where you're sleeping. Do you spend the night in a yurt?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten October 2023

      Thank you for your interest in our Northern Lights tour! I've uploaded an itinerary that includes all the lodging information, please take a look at it and let me know if you have any questions.

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      Alison

      TravelerWritten October 2023

      I am definitely interested and we are not looking at any other tours. We have Northern Lights in our planning for 2025 so we're not quite ready to book. We will definitely be in touch when we're ready. I think your tour is exactly what we want.

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    Kyle

    Asked on September 16th, 2023

    Is the Northern Light Alaska tour offered in sept. 2024

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten September 2023

      We start our Northern Lights tours in November for the end of the 2024 season. We have 11/4, 11/11, 12/2, and 12/9/2024

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      Kyle

      TravelerWritten September 2023

      Do you think you will have dates in sept if 2025

    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten September 2023

      That is the very start of the Northern Lights, we have great success seeing the lights later in the season. We probably won't be doing a September trip, but I'll keep you posted

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    Scott

    Asked on August 31st, 2023

    Are you able to offer the tour with a Spanish speaking guide?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten September 2023

      Unfortunately we do not have a Spanish speaking guide on this trip.

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    Kristin

    Asked on January 30th, 2023

    Is there a single supplement, or are room shares available (female)? If a supplement, how much is it?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten January 2023

      We do not pair single passengers together if they don't book together. Our single occupancy rate is $3,799.

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    Rita

    Asked on December 27th, 2022

    Is this a good tour for 2 thirteen year olds and their Nana?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten December 2022

      This is a great trip for children to participate in. There is ample activities to keep them engaged every day along with some down time to relax and just be kids.

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    Abigail

    Asked on October 23rd, 2022

    Are solo travellers allowed on a tour like this? Or is it only for couples and small groups?

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    • Southwest Adventure ToursOperatorWritten October 2022

      We welcome solo travelers on our trips. Would you like to join us for this experience? When would you like to travel?

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