4-Day Alaska Fairbanks Winter:Dome,Best Hotel in Fairbanks-SpringHill,Dogsledding&Arctic Circle Adventure

Summary of the Day:

Fairbanks is the 2nd largest city in Alaska. Of Alaska’s total population of 100,00 people, around 30,000 live in Fairbanks. The city is located in interior Alaska and is a hub in the road between the coast and the Arctic. Fairbanks is sometimes called the “Aurora Capitol” of the world since the Aurora can be seen here on average 243 days a year. It lies 310 kilometers from the Arctic Circle and is surrounded by low-lying mountains.
Our yurt for aurora viewing is located at the Borealis Basecamp siting on the mountain ridges surrounding Fairbanks. It is away from the light pollution and noise of the city, not only enjoy the brilliant auroras, but also activities provided. Through the video played in the Borealis Basecamp, you may learn more of the aurora borealis. Additionally, there is the professional aurora photograph, you may have your own photo under the northern lights (extra charge).
As the night fall, the Borealis Basecamp will light the camp fire, to make the night colorful. We also provide hot dog and s’mores ($10).
During the night, you also may want to choose the Dogsled Night Tour ($75/person). Sledding on the silent trail under starlight, moonlight, and even northern light, will be your unique experience. It is only in Borealis Basecamp, you would not like to miss it.
You will ride Borealis Shuttle to Borealis Basecamp after you arrive Fairbanks. Upon check-in, welcome to our restaurant to enjoy your Welcome Dinner (Dinner time: 18:00-21:00).
Schedule of Borealis Shuttle

1.Please print out the confirmation page;
2.There is only one round trip of Borealis Shuttle between Borealis Basecamp and Fairbanks, for each reservation Please check the schedule for shuttle stops;
3.Please book the shuttle 7 days prior to travel, otherwise, you may be not allowed board the shuttle;
4.If you miss the Welcome Dinner at the first day because of your personal reason, it will not be refunded.
5.Check-in after 3pm, if you arrive early, there are many activities in Borealis Basecamp available to purchase, such as Snow Machine Tour ($125/person), Dogsled ($135/person up), Snow Shoes Tour ($10/person), Fat Tire Bike Tour ($35/person), Kid Sledding.
6.Please show your printed confirmation page to check-in your Welcome Dinner.

Summary of the Day:

Leave the city of Fairbanks behind and travel one of the“loneliest roads in the world”- the Dalton Highway, featured in the series “Ice Road Truckers.”Along the way, see Alaska’s famous oil pipeline, the mighty Yukon River, and the amazing storybook scenery as you journey towards the Arctic Circle. Keep your eyes peeled for an Arctic Fox! Our final destination is the Arctic Circle Sign, it shows you have crossed the Arctic Circle in ceremonious fashion and will receive an official Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate. Enjoy stunning views of interior Alaska and witness firsthand the remarkable wilderness scenery blanketed in snow.
Our tour will make you have more time to experience the expansive landscapes and fascinating cultures unique to Alaska’s Arctic in the short-day time of Winter
Additionally, you just pay $225/person to upgrade the Arctic Circle Fly-Drive, riding the flight which flight provides an aerial view of the vast Alaska wilderness.Fly to Coldfoot Camp and ride in the personalized comfort of our tour van ground tour south back to Fairbanks.
You will leave Fairbanks at 11:00am. continue your journey north. At 12:30pm you will reach the rugged Dalton Highway, we will stop here for the photo with the Dalton Highway Sign around 15 mins. Then continue to the Yukon River Camp which you will reach about 14:20, depending on road conditions. Enjoy a quick hot meal and continue on to the Arctic Circle at 16:50. On the return trip, we will stop once more at Yukon River to use the restroom. We will arrive Borealis Basecamp at 21:30.
Upgrade to Arctic Circle Fly Drive：
Season: 9/20/2018-4/21/2019
Departure: Every Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Tour Content: Fly from Fairbanks to Coldfoot, north of the Arctic Circle in the Brooks Mountain Range. The flight provides an aerial view of the vast Alaska wilderness. Upon landing, send a postcard from the northernmost Post Office of United States, or walk around this camp in the north of the Arctic Circle to learn it how to serve the Alaska truck drivers. Then you will ride the personalized comfort of our tour van ground tour south from Coldfoot on the Dalton Highway, made famous by the construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. You will cross the Arctic Circle in ceremonious fashion and receive an official Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate. During the trip, you witness firsthand the remarkable wilderness, which is Alaska's Arctic. Stop along the shores of the mighty Yukon River. Marvel at the majestic beauty of the northland's most famous waterway and learn of the river's storied past.
Meet our guide at 11:00 in Borealis Basecamp and he/she will drop you to the airport. You need check-in your flight with your photo ID at 12:00 pm. Your flight will depart at 13:00, with 1 hour and 10 minutes flying. The van will take you to Coldfoot Camp to have a rest. At 15:45, you will go south tour from Coldfoot to Fairbanks in the personalized comfort of our tour vehicles. We will stop at Arctic Circle Sign for photos about 15 minutes at 17:30. Then Stop along the shores of the mighty Yukon River. Marvel at the majestic beauty of the northland's most famous waterway and learn of the river's storied past. Approximately, we will back the Borealis Basecamp at 23:30.
IMPORTANT:
1.At the time of reservation, please provide the individual weight of each member of the tour party. The weight is required for proper balance of aircraft used for the flight portion of the tour.
2.Baggage is limited to 5—10 pounds per person. Luggage over 10 pounds is subject to be stored in Fairbanks.
Upgrade Price Inclusions: Transportation from Borealis Basecamp to the airport, Flight to Coldfoot, Transportation from Coldfoot to Borealis Basecamp, the local guide service;
Exclusions: Lunch or dinner, gratuity for guide and pilot (Due to the length of this drive $10 and above is the suggested tip per guest to the driver. $10 and above to your pilot. We appreciate your generosity if you are satisfied with your trip).

1.Be aware that this tour is a total of 10-hour van expedition, so feel free to bring your snacks and beverages;
2.Restroom with fresh water only at: Yukon River Camp, Borealis Basecamp;
3.Except for the Borealis Basecamp, this tour is not covered by mobile signal;
4.$225/person will upgrade to Arctic Circle Fly-Drive,

Summary of the Day:

Before Europeans arrived in Alaska, dogsledding was already a very important part of Alaskan local life. Dog sleds were the most convenient way to travel and to deliver important supplies between local villages in the dead of winter. Even today, dogsleds continue to be used in remote portions of Alaska for daily travel needs. Your musher will happily take photos for you and with you. You will be won over by both these enthusiastic Alaskan Huskies and their mushers.
This tour is designed for all age people. You will experience the power, excitement, and energy of our amazing sled dogs. Also learn all about raising Alaskan Huskies, the history for dog mush and what it takes to race a team of these fine athletes and hear stories of the trail from your musher.
Today is the last day at Borealis Basecamp, please package your belongings in advance and Borealis Basecamp provides baggage storage service.
After check-out, you will take your Dogsled Tour (Duration: one hour). And tonight is your last night for Aurora Viewing and will ride Borealis Shuttle to check-in SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks at 02:00.
Upgrade to Musing School Tour：
Season: 11/16/2018-4/7/2019
Tour Content: Dog Mushing School
Before Europeans arrived in Alaska, dogsledding was already a very important part of Alaskan local life. Dog sleds were the most convenient way to travel and to deliver important supplies between local villages in the dead of winter. Even today, dogsleds continue to be used in remote portions of Alaska for daily travel needs. Your musher will happily take photos for you and with you. You will be won over by both these enthusiastic Alaskan Huskies and their mushers.
In this tour, you will learn drive your own sled dog team in a safe and controlled manner. After initial instruction and practice with musher aboard, we will take a Fun Run on groomed trails in the open field. It is most important for your own safety and the safety of our lovely dogs, you should be in reasonably good health with good physical stamina and upper body strength and have a good sense of balance.
IMPORTANT:
1.This tour is available when the snow flies (11/16/18);
2.The reservation has limited number, first come, first served

1.Check-out:11:00
2.Please ask the Borealis Basecamp staff about the starting time of your Dogsled Tour, or dial/text to 1.907.331.0588;
3.This tour is designed for 2 people share one sled, if the reservation for single, you may share the sled with other. Thank you for understanding.;
4.Opportunity to upgrade to Mushing Dog Tour with $220/person to mush your own dog team;
5.More activities at Borealis Basecamp are available to purchase, such as: Snow Machine ($125/person), Fat Tire Bike ($35/person), Snow Shoes ($10),etc.

Summary of the Day:

It's Christmas year-round in North Pole, Alaska—just 20 minutes away from Fairbanks. You’ll find candy canes painted on city streets and holiday parades in July. And at the hub of the festivities is Santa Claus House, a frontier general store and post office turned holiday shop. The postal tradition lives on—official Letters from Santa are postmarked from the North Pole and stamped with an official Santa seal. And today, the store includes live reindeer, a coffee shop, holiday gift items, the world’s largest Santa statue and, in summer months and over holidays, Santa himself. If it is closed, you will walk around in North Pole.
In Alaska, rivers and lakes freeze over from November to March. The ice can reach a thickness of almost 3 feet and it provides a great environment for one of the favorite winter pastimes in Alaska- ice fishing. Sit in the warmth of a small ice house and peer into the mysterious green color of the ice and water below. Our local fishing guide will teach you the tricks of ice-fishing and if you catch a fish you can grill it up on the spot.
Today is the last day of your trip, please package your belongings in advance.
Upon check-out at 11:00, please take Borealis Shuttle and depart to SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks. We will go for Ice fishing tour at 12:45 and arrive the ice around 13:30. Next 3 hours will be your fishing time and enjoy the oldest hunting method in the winter of Alaska.
We will get together at 16:30 and depart to Santa Claus House, you will have one hour at least to choose the Charismas gift for you or your families. And all postcard sent from Santa Claus House will be stamped by Santa Claus, which makes your wishes special.
You will return Fairbanks around 18:30. Our guide would like to drop you to Fairbanks International Airport.

1.Please provide your birthday and gender to purchase the fishing license.
2.Please bring all your belongings when you leave;
3.There is 24-hour Airport Shuttle provide by SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks. Please provide your name, guests number, flight information and depart time to complete your reservation of shuttle
4.Taxi,or Uber/Lyft will cost $20-30 from SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks to the airport.