Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $275 / person
- Location
- Fairbanks, United States
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 1,350 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Alaska Wild Lights
Description
Embark on one of our most popular evening adventures to Chena Hot Springs Resort, a renowned Alaskan getaway just 60 miles from Fairbanks. Keep an eye out for moose, fox, or beavers as you travel through the scenic interior. Your night begins with a guided tour of the Aurora Ice Museum, home to stunning ice sculptures and the famous ice bar, where you can optionally enjoy an Appletini in a hand-carved ice glass. Then relax with dinner or a drink in the cozy resort restaurant, featuring fresh, locally sourced produce (meal not included). Afterward, soak in the outdoor mineral hot springs, a rejuvenating experience under the stars, or explore the snowy grounds while waiting for a chance to witness the magical Aurora Borealis. Your guide will point out the best spots for viewing and provide tips to make the most of the night. PLEASE NOTE: You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $275
- Child (ages 1–17)
- $240
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Aurora Ice Museum
After being picked up, sit back, relax and enjoy the 60 mile (97 kms) journey out to Chena Hot Springs Resort. Keep a lookout for wildlife that might include a moose, beaver or fox. Upon arrival, you’ll be given a guided tour of the Aurora Ice Museum, constructed of over 1000 tons of ice and snow. Marvel at magnificent ice-sculptures created by world-renowned ice carvers, sit at the ice bar on a caribou-hide covered bar stool or indulge in an appletini served in a hand-carved ice glass (optional-not included in price). You will then be shown to our table in the restaurant where you can enjoy some dinner and hot or cold beverages (optional and not included in price). Rejoin your group a little after midnight and head back to Fairbanks. Your guide may make a few stops along the way for further aurora viewing if it is active. Please note the aurora is an act of nature and it's appearance cannot be guaranteed.
Chena Hot Springs Resort
After arriving at the resort, you'll be taken to the restaurant where you can sample some home grown Alaskan fare (optional and not included in price). Enjoy a hot or cold beverage at the bar or don your bathing suit and head to the hot springs. The revitalizing mineral water soothes muscles with its warm temperatures of 106 degrees F (41 degrees C) year-round. You can soak under the stars in an outdoor hot tub, or indoors in the heated pool. When ready, join your expert guide for a small-group outing to view the Aurora Borealis. Your guide will lead you through one of the best places on earth to witness the green and purple illuminations loop across the night sky. Wait and witness the celestial wonder in the late evening, when viewing opportunities are the highest. The lights are also visible inside the cafe's Aurora Room, which serves as a comfortable and warm location for viewings. Note: We can never guarantee the Northern lights sighting.
What's included
Included
Admission to the Aurora Ice Museum
Resort Pool-Passes (outdoor hot springs, hot tubs & swimming areas)
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off Services
Local Guide
Standing Dinner Reservation
Not included
Gratuities
Resort Restaurant Meal Cost
Towels
Pickup Locations & Times
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.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
1,350 reviews
How it compares in Fairbanks
- No. 3 by number of reviews among 164 tours in Fairbanks
- Starting price $275 is close to the typical $275 for tours of similar length in Fairbanks
Excurgo comparison of 164 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in cold weather conditions; please dress appropriately
- Please don't forget to bring bathing suits, bath towels, at least 2 quarter for each locker and photo ID for purchases at the bar.
- The outside rock pool is only allowed for adults 18 years and up. However, children are allowed in the inside pool.
- Pregnant travelers are not allowed in the outside rock pool.
- We have enough room for a foldable wheelchair. The hot springs are wheelchair accessible.
- We can only pick up from inside the city limits of Fairbanks or North Pole. For other locations, you will need to go to an agreed location (eg Walmart), please contact our office to discuss if you are staying outside the city limits.
- Water is not supplied for this tour. We recommending bringing a refillable water bottle.
- Every guest must sign a waiver before any tour so they clearly acknowledge the inherent risks of wilderness travel, assume responsibility for their own safety, and confirm they are medically able to participate.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour take?
Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour cost?
Prices start at $275 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.
What days does Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:00 PM.
How much does Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour cost for children?
Children aged 1–17 pay from $240, adults from $275.
Can I cancel Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
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, Bear Lodge At Wedgewood Resort.
What languages is Northern Lights & Chena Hot Springs Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The outside rock pool is only allowed for adults 18 years and up. However, children are allowed in the inside pool.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(1,350)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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