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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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Fairbanks
Meals
Dinner (Dinner with fellow travelers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Pike's Waterfront Lodge)
Included Activities
- Dinner with fellow travelers
- Northern Lights viewing
Landmarks
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)
Day 2
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 (second opportunity)
Landmarks
Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)
Day 3
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
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)
Day 4
Talkeetna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge)
Optional Activities
- Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum visit
- Three-hour snowshoeing tour
- Flightseeing tour of Denali National Park
- Dog sledding tour on private trails
Landmarks
Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum
Denali National Park
Iditarod (finish line - Burled Arch replica)
Day 5
Anchorage
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Anchorage), Hotel (Marriott Anchorage Downtown)
Included Activities
- Explore Palmer's Musk Ox Farm with a Local Specialist
- Visit Alaska Native Heritage Centre with Native Games demonstrations and traditional village exhibits
Landmarks
Palmer's Musk Ox Farm
Alaska Native Heritage Centre
Day 6
Anchorage
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with fellow travelers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Hilton Anchorage), Hotel (Marriott Anchorage Downtown)
Included Activities
- Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre visit with Local Specialist
- Scenic Seward Byway drive
- Dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre
Seward Byway
Portage
Day 7
Anchorage
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)

Landmarks
Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)

Landmarks
Denali
Susitna River
Murie Science and Learning Centre
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)

Landmarks
Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum
Denali National Park
Iditarod (finish line - Burled Arch replica)

Landmarks
Palmer's Musk Ox Farm
Alaska Native Heritage Centre

Landmarks
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre
Seward Byway
Portage

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Pike's Waterfront Lodge
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Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
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Hilton Anchorage
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Marriott Anchorage Downtown
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Kevin
October 1st, 2025
was a good trip thank you
Tony
August 5th, 2025
Jane was both informative and a great person. Michael was a great driver.
David
May 29th, 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
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  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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