Embark on an unforgettable adventure from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle, traveling one of the world’s most remote roads through Alaska’s breathtaking wilderness. With an expert local guide leading the way, you’ll explore stunning natural landmarks, learn about the iconic Trans-Alaska Pipeline, & witness the magic of the Northern Lights. This 12 to 14-hour guided tour offers an immersive small-group experience in the comfort of a climate-controlled van. Along the way, enjoy storytelling, scenic stops, & a deeper connection to the untamed beauty of Alaska. PLEASE NOTE: You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
With sweeping views of mountains and valleys, you will see the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline System (one of the largest pipeline systems in the world), transporting thousands of gallons of oil from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, up close.
A quick stop to allow guests to purchase souvenirs & a slice of the market's famous pie(s).
Enjoy the journey across the Yukon River, as you catch a glimpse of the wildlife that inhabits Sub-Arctic Alaska. Meals available for purchase.
Upon reaching the Arctic Circle, you will be met with glorious views, presented with your personalized Arctic Circle Certificate, and the opportunity to photograph the aurora borealis.
A quick stop at the Dalton Highway Sign to allow guests to take photos and enjoy the scenery. You will then travel the remote Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle Campground (mile 115).
We will contact you the day before your tour with your exact pickup time. We can only pick up from hotels within the Fairbanks City-Limits. We cannot pick up from the airport. If you are staying at an Air BnB or outside of city limits, please contact the office via email or phone call.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour lasts about 12–14 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $363 per person for this Fairbanks experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 2:00 PM.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Yes, pickup is offered. We will contact you the day before your tour with your exact pickup time. We can only pick up from hotels within the Fairbanks City-Limits. We cannot pick up from the airport. If you are staying at an Air BnB or outside of city limits, please contact the office via email or phone call. Pickup points include Billie's Backpackers Hostel, The Adamina.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Adult pricing applies to all travelers. We do not recommend this tour for children under the age of 10 years due to safety concerns
This tour requires being able to enter and exit our van with limited assistance. Please contact us if you have any concerns about mobility.
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 990 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Alaska Wild Lights.
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Milo was exceptional—knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire experience. We were fortunate to witness a breathtaking aurora dancing across the sky and even captured the magical moment on video. This made my birthday truly unforgettable, Thank you, Milo! 🌌✨
Not very good, coming to see the Auroras, because of the whether not been able to see them disappointed and you guys knew there was almost 0 chance of see in them and not cancel the tour, also over price, and vehicles need to be upgraded for the long ride and rough terrain
Jessica was a fantastic tour guide for our trip. Very knowledgeable and willing to answer any and all questions. She took great care of OC us and the drive truly wasn’t bad (though long). She made every effort to find the lights on the way back but the weather did us in.
WOW! Thank you Alaska Wild Lights for the Awesome Trip with the most amazing guides who were very friendly, kind, knowledgeable, and passionate about the Aurora's. We got the most amazing picutres of the Aurora's and making it to the Arctic Circle was incredible. If you like adventure, and seeing some of the most beautifuly landscapes & skyscapes on the planet, I HIGHLY encourage you to take this trip!
Our guide was Milo -A++++++. His knowledge and enthusiasm were quite evident during our adventure. I highly recommend this tour and with Milo, you’d be in great hands. I’m sure the other tour guides are great as well. We too lots of great shots of the Northern lights on our trip. My wife and high are extremely pleased.
The worst experience of our 15-day Alaskan adventure. Took 15 hours round trip from Fairbanks to Arctic Circle and back. The roads were terrible, the seating in the van was extremely cramped and uncomfortable, the bathroom breaks and facilities were far and few between. Our guide was very chatty but offered little in the way of interesting and useful information. She definitely needs to polish her presentation. One bright spot was the food at the Yukon River Camp. Although the meal was not included in our overpriced excursion fee, the food was excellent. I am thrilled to have been to the Arctic circle but would not recommend this excursion.
Everything was awesome! A 14 hour excursion truly is Alaska Wild. Millo our guide was superb and had to deal with rain, fog, trucks and potholes on the Dalton Hwy. Yes, we did have one place where the stars came out and saw the Northern Lights.
15 hrs and got back at 5.00AM. Three vans in convoy. Everything worked as promised and our driver/ guide Wesleyto couldn't have done more to make the trip a success. We had a brief appearance of Aurora Borealis but the star was seeing the miles of trees on both sides of the road changing colour against the backdrop of the mountains. Oil pipeline was a frequent presence.
The drive up to the Arctic Circle is very bumpy but so worth it. The scenery is beautiful and we saw wildlife as well along with the Aurora Borealis.
Highly recommend this tour! John was our guide and he was awesome. Getting to the Arctic Circle is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour | 12–14 hours | 4.6 (990) | $363 | |
 Northern Lights - Aurora with FREE Photos - Arctic Night Tours | 8–12 hours | 4.9 (566) | $225 | View |
 Midnight Sun Arctic Circle Drive Adventure | 16 hours | 4.6 (38) | $249 | View |
 Arctic Circle Day Tour | 13 hours | 4.7 (731) | $335 | View |
 Original Arctic Circle Drive from Fairbanks | 16 hours | 4.8 (226) | $289 | View |
 Arctic Circle Full-Day Adventure from Fairbanks | 12–15 hours | 4.6 (139) | $260 | View |
 Arctic Circle & Dalton Highway Scenic Journey from Fairbanks | 12–13 hours | — | $349 | View |