Arctic Circle Day Tour

Name: Arctic Circle Day Tour
Price: 305 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.72 (679 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Our Most Requested Tour:

Explore Alaska’s Rugged Beauty & Cross into the Arctic

Journey deep into Alaska’s untouched wilderness on this full-day adventure to the Arctic Circle: our most popular tour! Travel along the famed Dalton Highway, made famous by the TV show Ice Road Truckers, and experience the raw, unfiltered beauty of the Last Frontier.

Ride in comfort in our climate-controlled van as your expert guide shares stories, local history, and insights about the landscape, wildlife, and culture that define this extraordinary region. Along the way, stop for scenic views, photo ops, and a walk through the arctic tundra. You’ll even receive an official Arctic Circle certificate to commemorate your experience.

PLEASE NOTE:

You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

Please dress appropriately. The weather in the Arctic can change very quickly. During the summer months it can get very warm and rain might be always possible. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes and bringing a rain/weather jacket.

The weather conditions are in no way predictable in our area and we will not offer a refund in case of too many clouds.

Adult pricing applies to all travelers.

This tour is not recommended for children under 10 years of age.

There is a possibility of cancellation due to dangerous weather and/or road conditions. If this occurs, an alternative date or full refund will be offered.

Type of transportation: Van

The group size is limited to 8 guests for each Transit van. Larger group bookings are possible and multiple vans will be used in this case.

This tour requires being able to enter and exit our van with limited assistance. Please contact us if you have any concerns about mobility.

Not recommended for people with limited mobility.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point

We begin our journey with a convenient pickup at your hotel/address inside the city limits of Fairbanks or North Pole. We will schedule your pick up time between 7 am and 8 am for you, depending on the location of the hotels. Settle into your seat and relax on the 200-mile (322-km) journey down the back roads of Interior Alaska. We provide free snacks and drinks on the road to ensure your utmost comfort in our climate-controlled vans. Take a trip back in time as you travel down the Dalton Highway. Enjoy the journey across the Yukon River, as you catch a glimpse of the wildlife that inhabits sub-arctic Alaska. With sweeping views of mountains and valleys, you will also see the Trans-Alaskan Pipeline System (TAPS), one of the largest pipeline systems, transporting thousands of gallons of oil from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Stop at the Hilltop Restaurant & Marketplace where you can find the best Pies in this area. No matter if you like to have an extra treat, some Alaskan gifts for the family back home or if you are only interested in using one of the last Restrooms with running water, you are welcome to do any of it during this stop.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Personalized Arctic Circle Certificate

Local guide

Snacks & Bottled Water Provided

Hotel Pickup and Drop-off within Fairbanks City-Limits

Gratuities

Lunch (available for purchase at Yukon River Camp)

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

Arctic Circle Day Tour

Small group day tour to the Arctic Circle
Pickup included

Reviews

4.72

679 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

576

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Mrs L,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was an amazing trip. We learned about the Aleyska pipeline and got to see many, many miles of it as we traveled northward on the famous Dalton Highway - and yes, it's just like it's portrayed on tv. We met firefighters from several different countries since the trip afforded us a lunch stop at an outpost. I can go on and on, but we went during the summer (late July) and it was a whopping 34 degrees. Loved, loved, loved this excursion and even the rest of group that was also on the tour. Would go again!
Bucket list tour
roannes491,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Interesting driver/guide who was very informative, visited all the stops and enjoyable group of people we met, plenty of time to see everything aswell as buying a meal and souvenirs.
Jessica was an incredible...
Susan G,,Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Jessica was an incredible guide and gave us so much information about Alaska. Our day was very long but so worth seeing the Arctic Circle and all surrounding scenery.
Amazing trip
Margaret C,,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Jessica was an excellent driver full of amazing knowledge. Very interesting and educational trip. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Amazing experience
S83LNcraigt,,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a wonderful day trip. All the people in our group were wonderful... Pete was amazing guide. The stories Pete shared really made the experience more personal .
Very bumpy, few restrooms...
Mart M,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
Very bumpy, few restrooms (had to pee in the bushes!) Saw one juvenile black bear. Guide was fairly new and couldn't answer many questions
Arctic Circle Day Trip
F3256JUpatd,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The trip and driver were fine, but the weather didn’t cooperate to make it the most enjoyable. Cloudy, rainy, and almost “pea soup” condition some mountain passes reduced the ability to enjoy the scenery as much as possible due to low visibility.
Amazing Adventure!
Daniel S,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was so much fun. Definitely a bucket list item. Our driver was awesome! Super knowledgeable and friendly. It’s a long trip, but fun as heck! Be sure to bring snacks to feed the tame birds at the arctic circle sign. That was so cool! Despite the high price, it’s totally worth it.
Great adventure to the Arctic Circle
hilaryg332,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an amazing time. Kendall was a great guide. He was super knowledgeable and I learned a lot. Plus, the views were breathtaking.
Worth it
552stephenc,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Roger was an awesome guide. Great driving. Efficient tour with mostly driving and seeing the signs. It’s a lot of sitting, but worth the bragging rights