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7-Day Alaska Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks: Denali National Park, Talkeetna + Anchorage [4 Cities+6 Breakfasts+2 Lunches+3 Dinners]
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Explore Palmer's Musk Ox Farm with a Local Specialist
• Discover Fairbanks, Anchorage
• Visit Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitor Centre, University of Alaska Museum of the North, Murie Science and Learning Centre
• View the Aurora Borealis (weather dependent)
• Scenic Train Ride on the Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Train
• Scenic Drive along the Scenic Seward Byway
• Discover Fairbanks, Anchorage
• Visit Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitor Centre, University of Alaska Museum of the North, Murie Science and Learning Centre
• View the Aurora Borealis (weather dependent)
• Scenic Train Ride on the Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Train
• Scenic Drive along the Scenic Seward Byway
7 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Home - Fairbanks
Get ready for Northern Lights, native cultures and astounding natural beauty as you discover the diversity of Alaska. Your winter Alaska tour begins in Fairbanks where you'll enjoy Dinner with your fellow travellers, raising a glass to adventures to come. Your first evening is off to a big start as you head out after 10:00 pm to chase the iconic Northern Lights.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Pike's Waterfront Lodge - 2
Day 2 — Fairbanks
Unlock the best of Fairbanks on the first full day of your Alaska tour. Your Travel Director reveals the must-sees of the city on an orientation tour before a stop at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center. Through films and life-sized dioramas, feel the mood of the seasons and see displays featuring artwork, objects and learn information about the cultural and economic history of the state. In the exhibit depicting summer, walk through a display of a rural fish camp at Nuchalawoyya. And in the fall exhibit, see a grizzly bear digging for ground squirrels just outside of a camp.
Continue your discovery of Fairbanks' icons stopping at the Museum of the North, the only research and teaching museum in Alaska. Rest up, as later tonight you have a second opportunity to take in the Northern Lights.
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Pike's Waterfront Lodge - 3
Day 3 — Fairbanks - Talkeetna
The real Alaska springs to life over a one-of-a-kind experience aboard the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Talkeetna. Feel like you're in a postcard as winter scenery unfolds around you. On a clear day, you'll get a spectacular view of Denali above the Susitna River. You may even be rewarded by spotting a moose in the wild. Arrive at Murie Science and Learning Centre to unlock the stories and science of Denali.
Complete your day at an epic Stays with Stories overnight at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, just south of Denali. The night is young: Over a Be My Guest experience, learn from photographer 'Aurora Dora' about how to take the best photos at night and hear Dora's story. Then test your knowledge with another chance to see the Aurora Borealis from the deck of the lodge.
Denali National Park & Preserve
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: IncludedStay: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge - 4
Day 4 — Talkeetna
See how Talkeetna is in a league of its own with a day at leisure on your Alaska tour. Explore the town and the Talkeetna Historical Society and Museum or talk to your Travel Director about joining an optional tour. Explore your natural surroundings on a three-hour snowshoeing tour. Or, join a flightseeing tour for Denali National Park, taking in amazing views from your window seat as your pilot narrates your journey.
You can even join a dog sledding tour and unlock the secrets of dog sledding and mushing on private trails. You'll have time to take photos with the dogs and replica Burled Arch from the finish line of the Iditarod.Denali National Park & Preserve
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge - 5
Day 5 — Talkeetna - Anchorage
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind Dive into Culture experience on your Alaska tour today at the Musk Ox Farm. View the Artic Musk Oxen, an Ice Age mammal that once roamed alongside sabre-tooth tigers and woolly mammoths, learning how they were able to withstand the harsh arctic extremes.
Next up at Alaska Native Heritage Centre on a one-of-a-kind MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, learn about the traditional and contemporary ways of Alaska's Indigenous cultures. You'll unlock 10,000 years of Alaska Native history and culture through art, dance, Native Games demonstrations, exhibits, traditional Native dwellings, films and more.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Meals: B: Included, L: Included, D: ExcludedStay: Hilton Anchorage - 6
Day 6 — Anchorage
Alaska brings new sights, foods and traditions with every leg of your journey. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre where a Local Specialist reveals the role of this wildlife rehabilitation centre and the local animals. Complete your day with a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travellers, toasting to exciting adventures on your Alaska tour.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: IncludedStay: Hilton Anchorage - 7
Day 7 — Anchorage - Home
Your adventure through Alaska's winter beauty has come to an end. After breakfast, say farewell to your fellow travelers and depart Anchorage at leisure.Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- 6-night hotel accommodation
- 6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Trip Highlights: Aurora Borealis Viewing, Morris Thompson Cultural Centre, Museum of the North, Another chance at Aurora Borealis, Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Train, Murie Science and Learning Centre, Talkeetna Alasksan Lodge, Talkeetna, Musk Ox Farm, Alaska Native Heritage Centre, Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Not included
- Service fee for travel director and driver
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure city
- All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals the tour guide arranges
- Optional tours and mandatory fees are not covered in the tour cost; kindly pay these directly to the guide during the tour. For details, please check the daily itinerary. (Costs listed are estimated; the tour guide will provide final confirmation.)
- Travel insurance
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4–31 days before | 20% | Cancellation Made Within 4 days to 31 days prior to departure, Refund 20% of total purchase amount |
| 32–62 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 32 days to 62 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 63+ days before | 200% | Cancellation Made 63 or more days prior to departure, only $200 charge handling fee by person |
Important info
Special notes
- Important info:
- ELEVATION: The highest elevation point for this guided vacation is 5000 ft. / 1520 m.
- TRIP NOTE: Northern Lights is a natural occurrence and cannot be guaranteed. This is a winter tour. Please keep in mind that winter in Alaska means snow, ice, and cold temperatures. Some venues are outdoors so uneven and icy surfaces may be underfoot. Guests must pack proper clothing for this winter tour.
- Passports with a minimum of 6 months validity after return date are required and are at your expense.
- Non-US citizens please check if visas are needed with your nearest consulate.
- Day 1 is the start date and first hotel night included with the journey. Please arrange flights to arrive on or before Day 1.
- To give ample time for check-in and security, we recommend arriving at the airport 3 hours prior to your flight departure. - Travel insurance:
- We highly recommend guests purchase travel insurance prior to your trip.
- Your insurance should cover trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, and evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. - Luggage:
- Travelling with the local operator entitles each guest to travel with one suitcase not exceeding 23kg (50lbs) in weight, with the dimensions of 76cm x 46cm x 25cm (30” x 18” x 10”). Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one piece per person, not exceeding 12”x11”x6” (30x28x14 cm) to fit under your coach seat or in the small overhead compartment. Telescopic handles or wheels not permitted.
- Internal flights: Luggage allowance is limited to 1 piece per person (maximum of 20Kg/44lbs) and 1 hand luggage per person (maximum of 7Kg/15lbs).
- We strongly recommend that you test the weight of your baggage prior to travel. You should be able to lift and comfortably transport it for short distances.
- Baggage allowances vary from airline to airline and you should check with your chosen carrier for details prior to travel. - Border crossings and visa requirements:
- Each guest must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months beyond the conclusion of their trip and that they have acquired all necessary visas and permits. You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas before the departure of your guided holiday. Depending on your nationality, you may need visas to enter certain countries included on your trip. Please note that obtaining visas can take up to six weeks before your departure. It is strongly advised that you consult your Travel Agent and the local Consulate or Embassy of the country you are visiting well in advance to determine which visas they require and how to obtain them.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available on the majority of our tours, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 5 – 17, we do not accept children under the age of 5. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Triple room bookings are available on the majority of our tours, suitable for 2 adults and 1 child. When booking your trip, we define a child as somebody aged 5 – 17, we do not accept children under the age of 5. A triple room is not recommended for 3 adults, as the third bed is often a rollaway, which may not be comfortable for an adult.
* If you're on a trip as a family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children), then you would require 1 triple room (for 1 adult and 2 children), and 1 double room (1 adult and 1 child).
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