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Aurora Season: 7-Day Anchorage, Alaska, Scenic Train, and Fairbanks Northern Lights Chasing Tour

Name: Aurora Season: 7-Day Anchorage, Alaska, Scenic Train, and Fairbanks Northern Lights Chasing Tour
SKU: 195907

United States-Alaska

Booking confirmation: within 2 days before the departure

Duration:7 day(s)

Guided language: English / 中文

Free cancellation 21 day(s) prior to experience date

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[Aurora Appointment] includes 3 aurora observation opportunities, various observations, and high chances [Across the Frontier] Take the Alaska Northern Lights Train (ticket included) through the hinterland of the frontier, enjoy the magnificent scenery along the way, and walk side by side with the highest peak in North America [Ten Thousand Years Glacier] Go to Alaska's largest Matanuska Glacier that can be reached by car, stand on the glacier, and listen to the ancient call that has passed through ten thousand years

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Aurora Activities

Activity season	Winter
Tour Type	Shared tour
Minimum participant requirement	2 travelers
Instruction language	Mandarin, English

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type	Shared tour
Minimum participant requirement	2 travelers
Tour types	Guided tour
Meal arrangement	Breakfast included
Seasonal	Winter Snow Exclusive
Transport	Bus tour

Product Info

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Day 1: Pickup at Anchorage Airport. Pickup time: 13:00 – 21:00 (flight arrival time)
Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and rest. If you do not need to be picked up from the airport, please go to the meeting hotel on your own (hotels in Alaska can check in after 3:00 PM)
Day 2
In the morning, we'll meet at your hotel and depart by car for Matanuska Glacier. Along the way, we'll stop at a large supermarket where you can shop and prepare lunch. Upon arrival at the glacier, you'll embark on a glacier hike (approximately two hours) led by a professional guide. Matanuska Glacier is Alaska's largest accessible glacier. Classified as a valley glacier, it flows through the valley like a river, flowing north from the Chugach Mountains to the Glen Highway. It's a popular attraction between Anchorage and Glennallen. Join your guide as you journey across this 10,000-year-old glacier, admiring the endless expanse of pure white and the azure ice caves carved by the glacier. Due to its unique valley glacier landscape, Matanuska Glacier enjoys more sunny weather in winter than surrounding areas, making it a popular choice for glacier hikers. The glacier and Sheep Mountain create one of the most breathtaking and stunning scenery in Alaska.
Day 3
Departing from your hotel this morning, you'll board the Alaska Northern Lights Train* northbound to Fairbanks, Alaska's second-largest city (8:30 AM - 8:00 PM). This renowned scenic train, operating only on weekends, passes the Alaska Range and Mount Denali along the way. Its gentle pace allows for a leisurely journey through the breathtaking scenery of shimmering emerald green. Fairbanks is a hub for expeditions into the Alaskan interior and the Arctic Circle, and a prime destination for viewing the Northern Lights. With over 243 days of clear night skies annually, Fairbanks boasts clear skies for viewing the Aurora Borealis. Located just 310 kilometers from the Arctic Circle and protected from inclement weather by the mountains, Fairbanks attracts avid aurora seekers seeking this prime location for viewing. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and rest for a while while you prepare your gear for your evening viewing of the Northern Lights.
As night falls, to avoid city light pollution, we plan to arrive at our carefully selected Aurora Observation Cabin* at 10:00 PM. Its prime location maximizes your chances of observing the Northern Lights. Our expert Aurora guide will provide information on the Northern Lights, including camera settings and photography techniques, to help you capture stunning aurora photos. The cabin offers complimentary hot drinks and coffee, along with an Aurora monitor, allowing you to enjoy the warmth of the lights (the first viewing is included in the price). We plan to arrive at the hotel at 2:00 AM the following morning.
Day 4
Today, you'll enjoy a leisurely morning at your hotel. Departing from your designated hotel at 1:00 PM, you'll travel by bus to the famous North Pole Village, also known as "Santa Claus's Home." To evoke the festive atmosphere of Santa Claus's hometown, a giant 16-meter-tall Santa Claus statue, 2-meter-tall polar bear and elk statues, and surrounding public facilities are decorated with Christmas motifs, creating a fairytale-like atmosphere. Afterward, your guide will visit the North Pole Museum*, located on the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus. This is the perfect place to explore the mysterious Arctic world and the realities of early inhabitants. The museum, with its white lines and curved forms, evokes the perpetually snow-covered landscape of the Arctic, shimmering brilliantly in the sunlight. It's a landmark of Fairbanks. Divided into distinct exhibition halls, the museum not only offers a detailed account of the changing geography and history of the Arctic, but also showcases rare specimens of Arctic animals, often only seen in books (such as blue babes, mammoths, and brown bears, each nearly 3 meters tall). We will then take you back to your hotel to rest. (If the Northern Polar Museum is closed, you will be arranged to visit the Morris Cultural Experience Center and your $15 Northern Polar Museum ticket fee will be refunded on the spot.)
As night falls, to avoid city light pollution, we'll depart for our carefully selected Aurora Borealis Observation Cabin* at 10:00 PM. This ideal location maximizes your chances of observing the Northern Lights. Our expert Aurora guide will provide information on the Northern Lights, including camera settings and photography techniques, to help you capture stunning aurora photos. The cabin offers complimentary hot drinks and coffee, along with an Aurora monitor, allowing you to enjoy a warm viewing experience (a second viewing is included). We plan to arrive at the hotel at 2:00 AM the following morning.
Upgrade to a mountaintop Aurora Borealis glasshouse at your own expense. Each glasshouse offers unobstructed views, providing a superb viewing experience. Room amenities include fully heated floors for warmth and comfort, American breakfast, a private shower, and 24-hour hot water. The bathroom is equipped with a high-altitude hairdryer and other practical amenities, greatly enhancing your comfort. The original itinerary includes three nights of Aurora Borealis viewing, with one night upgraded to include a glasshouse viewing and accommodation. Guests are advised to bring minimal belongings; the original hotel room will be reserved for guests to store large luggage.
*Warm reminder: Hotel room resources are limited. Please confirm the available booking date with customer service before placing an order.
Day 5: Fairbanks. Today, you'll enjoy a leisurely day in Fairbanks. You can plan your own activities or participate in local winter activities at your own expense. As night falls, to avoid city light pollution, we plan to depart for the surrounding areas outside of Fairbanks at 10:00 PM. Our professional aurora guide will guide you to the most favorable aurora viewing areas based on weather conditions, the direction of the aurora, and their extensive aurora tracking experience. During the tour, we'll also provide information on the aurora borealis, camera settings, and photography techniques to help you capture stunning aurora photos. (A third aurora viewing is included in the tour fee.) We plan to arrive at your hotel at 2:00 AM the following morning for rest.
Day 6 Fairbanks Today you will have free time in Fairbanks
Day 7
Today you will end your entire trip and say goodbye to beautiful Alaska. Departure Tips:

The usual check-out time for hotels in Alaska is 12:00 noon. Please follow the hotel's actual requirements. For domestic flights within the United States, please arrive at the airport at least 2 hours in advance. To avoid missing your flight, please schedule your flight to depart after 7:00 AM on the last day of your trip. You can reserve the hotel's 24-hour free shuttle service to the Fairbanks Airport or the station. Please book with the hotel staff in advance. Information required for reservations: room number, name in pinyin, number of people, and departure time. If you plan to stay in Fairbanks after your trip, you can choose to extend your stay at a hotel in advance.

Purchase Notice

The Northern Lights are a once-in-a-lifetime experience, as they appear sporadically due to the influence of natural weather. Therefore, there is no guarantee that you will be able to see them. If the time indicated in the itinerary differs from the time notified by the tour guide on-site, please refer to the time notified by the tour guide. The order of the itinerary for this product will be adjusted based on the date of group entry, local weather, and other conditions. The tour content remains unchanged. The itinerary order shown below is for reference only. Please refer to the final departure notice for details.
Optional activities will be arranged based on registration, weather conditions, and other factors. The itinerary recommendations are for reference only and do not represent the actual dates. Please refer to the tour notification for final arrangements. If you have any activities not planned, please confirm them in advance to avoid schedule conflicts.

Reminders

This trip requires 2 people to form a group. If the group is not formed, the order will be cancelled two days before the trip.
If you need to bring large luggage, each customer is limited to one piece of luggage.
This trip requires you to hold a valid ID with your photo, such as your passport with a U.S. visa, U.S. ID card, U.S. driver's license, etc.
The order of the itinerary will be adjusted according to the date of tourists' joining the group and local weather conditions. The tour content remains unchanged. The itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to the final departure notice for details.
If the time marked in the itinerary is different from the time notified by the tour guide on site, please refer to the time notified by the tour guide;
According to the daily itinerary, a special tour guide will be arranged to lead and explain. Different tour guides will serve you every day;
During the aurora viewing period, please do not use the flash function of your photography equipment to avoid affecting others' observation and photography;
The temperature in Alaska is relatively low in winter. Please prepare warm clothing according to your own conditions, such as down jackets, fleece jackets, hats, scarves, snow-resistant snow boots, sunglasses, etc.
Tourists are strictly prohibited from staying in the middle of the Dalton Highway. Any safety accidents caused by this will be borne by the tourists themselves. It is recommended that you get off the bus and enjoy the polar scenery on the side of the highway when you go sightseeing.
For safety reasons, minors under the age of 18 are not allowed to enter the outdoor rock hot spring area of Chena Hot Springs Village. They can use the indoor jacuzzi and swimming pool;
Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult throughout the tour, or submit a waiver signed by a guardian;
If you fail to book the relevant self-funded items in the itinerary in time, you can contact the tour guide to book them during the group, and the fee will be charged in cash;
If the guest fails to meet the tour guide at the agreed meeting time and place due to personal reasons (including but not limited to illness, accidents, lateness, etc.), and misses the opportunity to board the bus and is unable to participate in the itinerary, the tour fee for the day will not be refunded. Warm reminder: Please arrive at the meeting place at least 10-15 minutes in advance
If affected by force majeure (including but not limited to: natural disasters, government or social actions, accidents or failures, road blockages, etc.), we have the right to take corresponding measures and make appropriate adjustments based on the actual situation on site, such as temporarily changing the time or content of the itinerary or even canceling some or all of the attractions, and reserve the right of final interpretation. The relevant travel expenses cannot be refunded, and the additional expenses incurred (such as: hotel extension, car guide service, meals, flight ticket changes, etc.) shall be borne by the guests themselves;
Natural disasters: floods, earthquakes, hail, snowstorms, tsunamis, etc.
Government or social actions: wars, strikes, demonstrations, regime changes, policy changes, terrorist threats, etc.
Accidents or breakdowns: Sudden breakdown of vehicles such as tour buses, sudden damage to recreational equipment, traffic accidents that block road access, etc.
Road blockage: Road closures due to objective reasons such as weather and traffic accidents

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 21 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 15 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
For cancellations made 11 to 14 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
Cancellation is not allowed between 0–10 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.

NOTE

Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

FAQ

1. What are the class options available on the Alaska Northern Lights Train included in the Aurora Season tour, and what features do they offer?

The Alaska Northern Lights Train typically offers two main class options: Adventure Class and GoldStar Dome. Adventure Class provides comfortable seating, large windows for scenic views, and access to a dining car. GoldStar Dome elevates the experience with panoramic dome windows, exclusive upper-level outdoor viewing platforms, and included meals and beverages. Both classes allow you to experience the stunning Alaskan wilderness.

2. What makes the Alaska Northern Lights Train journey a worthwhile experience during the 7-Day Anchorage and Fairbanks tour?

The Alaska Northern Lights Train journey is a highlight of the tour, offering breathtaking views of Alaska's hinterland that are otherwise inaccessible by road. You'll pass majestic landscapes, including vast forests and potentially glimpse wildlife. It's a relaxing way to cover long distances between Anchorage and Fairbanks, providing a unique perspective of the Last Frontier and the highest peaks in North America.

3. How does the Northern Lights Chasing Tour in Fairbanks included in the 7-Day Aurora Season tour ensure a high chance of aurora sightings?

The Aurora Season tour in Fairbanks includes three distinct aurora observation opportunities designed to maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights. These often involve visiting different remote viewing locations away from city lights, using specialized aurora cabins, and dynamic tracking with professional guides who monitor real-time weather and aurora forecasts to find the best viewing spots.

4. What are the recommended transportation options for exploring Fairbanks during the Northern Lights Chasing Tour without a private car?

In Fairbanks, public transportation is limited. For getting around without a private car, ride-sharing services (like Uber/Lyft) and local taxis are viable options for shorter distances within the city. Many organized tours, including aurora chasing and Arctic Circle excursions, typically provide transportation from designated pick-up points. For specific destinations like Chena Hot Springs, dedicated shuttle services or tour packages are often available.

5. What can participants expect from an Arctic Circle tour originating from Fairbanks, and is it a recommended addition to the Aurora Season itinerary?

An Arctic Circle tour from Fairbanks typically involves a scenic drive along the Dalton Highway, crossing the Arctic Circle. Participants receive an Arctic Circle certificate and learn about the region's history, ecology, and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. It's an excellent way to experience the vastness of the Alaskan wilderness. While not explicitly part of the main 7-day itinerary, it offers a unique, in-depth exploration for those wishing to extend their adventure.

6. What are the available transportation methods to visit Chena Hot Springs independently from Fairbanks?

To visit Chena Hot Springs independently from Fairbanks without a car, you can typically arrange a shuttle service directly with Chena Hot Springs Resort, which often operates multiple times a day. Alternatively, local taxi services or tour operators specializing in Chena Hot Springs excursions can provide round-trip transportation, allowing for flexible visit durations. Booking these in advance is recommended due to limited availability.

7. What kind of experience can travelers expect during the visit to Matanuska Glacier as part of the 7-Day Alaska tour?

The Matanuska Glacier visit offers a unique opportunity to walk directly on Alaska's largest accessible glacier. Travelers can expect to don appropriate gear (often provided, like crampons) and follow a knowledgeable guide to explore the ice formations, crevasses, and listen to the ancient sounds of the glacier. It's an immersive, awe-inspiring experience providing stunning photographic opportunities amidst a majestic icy landscape.

8. Is an overnight stay included on the Alaska Northern Lights Train journey during the 7-Day Aurora Season tour?

The Alaska Northern Lights Train journey typically operates as a daytime scenic route between Anchorage and Fairbanks, providing stunning views without an overnight stay on the train. Accommodation is provided at hotels in Anchorage and Fairbanks as part of the 7-Day Aurora Season tour, ensuring comfortable rest each night after your daytime travels and aurora chasing adventures.

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