A long day and night from Fairbanks up to the Arctic Circle, with a chance to see the northern lights on the way back. It's listed on Viator as "Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour". You book on Viator; the operator runs the tour.
Practical details
- Destination: Fairbanks
- Type: Northern Lights & Winter Tours
- Run by: Alaska Wild Lights (tour operator on Viator)
- Private or shared: Shared (up to 12 guests)
- How long: 12 to 14 hours
- Where it starts: Hotel pickup and drop-off within Fairbanks city limits.
- Included: Local guide; Arctic Circle certificate; hotel pickup; coffee or tea.
- Not included: Gratuities; cold-weather gear. The listing says there are no vegan or gluten-sensitive lunch options.
- Cancellation: All sales are final: no refund if you cancel, per the Viator listing.
- Good to know: Northern lights sightings are never certain.
- Price: See current price and availability on Viator.
Check the date, start time and price with the deal buttons before you pay. Details last checked: 2026-10-20, on the Viator listing.
Alternatives
- Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Experience: Chena Hot Springs, ice museum and aurora watching.
- Dog Sledding & Mushing Experience in North Pole: Private 30-minute dog sled ride in North Pole.
- Alaska Snowmobile Adventure Tour: Guided snowmobile ride near Fairbanks.
Planning tip: read northern lights in Fairbanks.
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