can you just walk outside in Fairbanks or the other places they go and be able to see them, if they are active. They more more of the Aurora viewing for atleast a few nights is this possible on this tour?

While there are dedicated times during the tour specifically for viewing the Aurora Borealis, please keep in mind that sightings are weather-dependent. If there are no scheduled activities, and if the Aurora is active, you may have the opportunity to see it by coordinating with your Travel Director. They will be able to guide you on the best times and locations for potential sightings.

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Alaska Northern Lights

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Platinum Operator: Trafalgar
Northern Lights: Chase the aurora across glittering night skies
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Meals
Dinner (Dinner with fellow travelers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Pike's Waterfront Lodge)
Included Activities
- Dinner with fellow travelers
- Northern Lights viewing
Landmarks
Aurora Borealis
Day 2
Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Pike's Waterfront Lodge)
Included Activities
- Fairbanks orientation tour
- Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center visit
- Museum of the North visit
- Northern Lights viewing
Landmarks
Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Aurora Borealis
Day 3
Fairbanks to Talkeetna
Fairbanks to Talkeetna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge)
Included Activities
- Alaska Railroad scenic train ride
- Murie Science and Learning Centre visit
- Be My Guest experience with photographer Aurora Dora
- Northern Lights viewing
Landmarks
Denali
Susitna River
Murie Science and Learning Centre
Aurora Borealis
Day 4
Talkeetna
Talkeetna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Explore Talkeetna town independently
- Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum visit
- Three-hour snowshoeing tour
- Flightseeing tour over Denali National Park
- Dog sledding tour with mushing instruction and dog photos
Landmarks
Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum
Denali National Park
Day 5
Talkeetna to Anchorage
Talkeetna to Anchorage
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Marriott Anchorage Downtown)
Included Activities
- Musk Ox Farm visit with Local Specialist
- Qiviut collection and craft activity
- Alaska Native Heritage Centre MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience
Landmarks
Musk Ox Farm
Alaska Native Heritage Centre
Day 6
Anchorage
Anchorage
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with fellow travelers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Marriott Anchorage Downtown)
Included Activities
- Scenic Seward Byway scenic drive
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre visit with Local Specialist
- Dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks
Seward Byway
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre
Day 7
Anchorage
Anchorage
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Aurora Borealis

Landmarks
Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Aurora Borealis

Landmarks
Denali
Susitna River
Murie Science and Learning Centre
Aurora Borealis

Landmarks
Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum
Denali National Park

Landmarks
Musk Ox Farm
Alaska Native Heritage Centre

Landmarks
Seward Byway
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre

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Pike's Waterfront Lodge
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Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Hotel
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Marriott Anchorage Downtown
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Kevin5.0•October 2025
Led by Michał
was a good trip thank you
Tony5.0•August 2025
Jane was both informative and a great person. Michael was a great driver.
David5.0•May 2025
Robert was excellent. Well prepared, great organizer, very knowledgeable! The Outrigger hotels need to be replaced....
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Asked on November 18th, 2024
can you just walk outside in Fairbanks or the other places they go and be able to see them, if they are active. They more more of the Aurora viewing for atleast a few nights is this possible on this tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
  While there are dedicated times during the tour specifically for viewing the Aurora Borealis, please keep in mind that sightings are weather-dependent. If there are no scheduled activities, and if the Aurora is active, you may have the opportunity to see it by coordinating with your Travel Director. They will be able to guide you on the best times and locations for potential sightings.
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  Joy
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  what days and or nights are dedicated to aurora viewing day 1 ? Day 2? Day 3?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
  Aurora Borealis viewing is scheduled on Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3 of the tour. Each of these nights is dedicated to maximizing your chances of experiencing this spectacular phenomenon. As always, please remember that sightings are weather-dependent, but our itinerary is designed to provide you with multiple opportunities for viewing the Aurora.

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Alaska Northern Lights

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Fairbanks

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Fairbanks

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Fairbanks to Talkeetna

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Talkeetna

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Talkeetna to Anchorage

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Anchorage

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Anchorage

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