Top Experiences in Dalton Highway

Experience the long day light hours of Alaska's Midnight Sun.  Due to the northern location Alaska's Arctic experiences long days of daylight.  Discover Alaska's Arctic and enjoy the added daylight.

Travel along one of the world’s most isolated roads from Fairbanks to the Arctic Circle on this memorable 12 to 14-hour tour through the Alaskan wilderness.

In the company of an experienced guide with a passion for Alaska, journey up the Dalton Highway, passing by the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, crossing the Yukon River, and reaching the edge of the Arctic Circle. On the drive back, watch for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).

This tour is limited to 9 guests to ensure that you enjoy a small-group experience in one of our climate-controlled vans.

Please note that we cannot guarantee the Northern Lights sightings and we can't guarantee last minute bookings.

We do encourage each guest to rotate seats at least a few times on this tour.

Journey to the Arctic Circle from Fairbanks for a first-hand experience of the Earth’s northernmost circle of latitude in one of our climate-controlled vans. Here, in the summer and winter, the sky is completely dark or light for 24 hours a day! Travel along the Dalton Highway, made famous by the TV show "Ice Road Truckers", and spot wildlife (no guarantee) as you cross the Yukon River. When you arrive, learn about the area’s indigenous culture, take a walk with your guide, snap photos of the arctic landscape, and enjoy a snack and beverage amidst the incredible surroundings. You’ll take home an official Arctic Circle certificate to commemorate this amazing Alaska experience.

Make sure to dress weather appropriate and we recommend to wear some sturdy shoes to be able enjoy this trip.

Our guides have years of experience driving on the Dalton Highway. On this tour you have the chance to see moose, wild caribou, wolves, the Alaska state bird (the ptarmigan) and other wildlife that live in the Interior of Alaska.

As you drive along, your guide will share information about the plant life and other features you see, and share stories about the area. We stop at scenic points on they way, such as the mighty Yukon River, the Arctic Circle sign, Finger Mountain, and anywhere else you desire. We can make several stops for photos, or to explore the area.

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.

This is the one of the only private arctic circle tours offered in Fairbanks! On this customized tour, your guide will be completely focused on making sure you have the experience of a lifetime. Our guides have years of experience driving on the Dalton Highway. On this excursion you have the chance to see moose, wild caribou, wolves, the Alaska state bird (the ptarmigan) and other wildlife that live in the Interior of Alaska. As you drive along, your guide will share information about the plant life and other features you see, and share stories about the area.

Cross the Arctic Circle and look for the Aurora in a one day tour from Fairbanks! 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. Experience the mighty Yukon River. Explore up close the amazing arctic tundra. Cross the Arctic Circle and receive an official Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate. End the day looking for the Aurora in Joy Alaska before returning to Fairbanks.
NOTE - each tour is unique with our ever changing daylight. Depending on when you are traveling it is important your day may be more "night" then day light".