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Original Arctic Circle Drive from Fairbanks

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On average, this is booked 14 (4.5) days in advance.

16 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Discover Alaska’s Arctic! Experience for yourself the legendary hospitality and authentic interpretation that made the Original Arctic Circle Drive Adventure famous. Travel the famed Dalton Highway. View the remarkable Trans Alaska Pipeline. Visit the Arctic Circle Trading Post. Experience the mighty Yukon River. Explore up close the amazing arctic tundra. Cross the Arctic Circle and receive an official Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate.

The ground tour can take place in a 26 passenger coach or 15 passenger van depending on the number of guests we have.

Longest time between stops is 2 hours; however, some stops will be closer. Most stops have an outhouse or bathroom for guests to use if we are not traveling in the coach which has a bathroom on board.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Live commentary on board
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

3820 University Avenue South
Fairbanks, AK 99709, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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What To Expect

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James Dalton Highway

DOES NOT GO TO COLDFOOT - But Viator Locator only has Coldfoot. Guests will be on the Dalton Highway from Mile 0 - 115 - The turn around for the day tour is the Arctic Circle Rest Area. This is a full day guided ground tour on the Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle. Along the way the guide will share the story of Alaska's Arctic both while in motion and at the various stops along the way.
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12 hours Admission Ticket Free

Yukon River

The Dalton Highway has the only bridge crossing the mighty Yukon River -- and guests will be on it as they make their way north. A stop is made here both north and south to get out and step along the banks of the Yukon River. This is also the home of the Yukon River Camp Noodle House where guests can purchase lunch/dinner as needed.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Arctic Circle Trading Post

Located in Joy Alaska this is one part of the story of Alaska's Arctic - Homesteading and making a home in Alaska's remote wild areas. Learn about this process and how earlier pioneers made a home off the road system and off the grid.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

BLM Arctic Circle Monument Sign

Located at 66'33" - the Arctic Circle marks the location that on June 21 the sun doesn't set and on December 21 the sun doesn't rise. Your guide will celebrate with you when you make this crossing and present you with your official Arctic Circle Certificate.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • This tour is conducted in a 25 passenger motor coach or 15 passenger van depending on the number of guests traveling. The coach does have a restroom on board to be used between stops or at stops that don't have a restroom. If we are not traveling on the coach we will be stopping approximately every 2 hours for a restroom break -- which are outhouses along the Dalton Highway.
  • We encourage guests with any questions on limited mobility and this adventure to contact us and speak directly about the tour and what your needs are to see if they can be met.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Original Arctic Circle Drive from Fairbanks?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 222 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 14 (4.5) days in advance.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Live commentary on board
  • Driver/guide
  • Local guide
  • The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • This tour is conducted in a 25 passenger motor coach or 15 passenger van depending on the number of guests traveling. The coach does have a restroom on board to be used between stops or at stops that don't have a restroom. If we are not traveling on the coach we will be stopping approximately every 2 hours for a restroom break -- which are outhouses along the Dalton Highway.
  • We encourage guests with any questions on limited mobility and this adventure to contact us and speak directly about the tour and what your needs are to see if they can be met.
  • CHECK IN TIME - Check in opens at 5:45AM and closes at 6:00AM for this tour. Guests not here by 6:00AM risk missing this tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers

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