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Alaska in Winter: Northern Lights & Dog Sledding Adventure

Summary:

Winter in Alaska — a remote, snow-covered wonderland — might seem intimidating, but this 8-day adventure will win over even the most dedicated sun worshipper. Kick things off in Anchorage, where you’ll explore cultural landmarks and dive into the stories ...

Duration
8 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
06-Feb-2026
Starting at
USD 3,999.00
Price per day
USD 500.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
G Adventures
Tour
Alaska in Winter: Northern Lights & Dog Sledding Adventure
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Train

Summary

Winter in Alaska — a remote, snow-covered wonderland — might seem intimidating, but this 8-day adventure will win over even the most dedicated sun worshipper. Kick things off in Anchorage, where you’ll explore cultural landmarks and dive into the stories of Alaska’s Indigenous peoples at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Then, it’s time for some serious fun: go dog sledding with Iditarod champion pups and learn to mush like a pro. Hop aboard the Aurora Winter Train and glide through the frozen tundra to Fairbanks. Walk across the shimmering surface of Matanuska Glacier, visit the festive town of North Pole, and chase the Northern Lights on a thrilling nighttime expedition. Top it all off with a soak in the steamy Chena Hot Springs, and you’ve got a winter adventure you’ll never forget.

Map: Alaska in Winter: Northern Lights & Dog Sledding Adventure (G Adventures)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Anchorage
Day 2
Anchorage
Day 3
Anchorage/Talkeetna
Day 4
Talkeetna
Day 5
Talkeetna/Fairbanks
Day 6
Fairbanks/Chena Hot Springs
Day 7
Chena Hot Springs/Fairbanks
Day 8
Fairbanks

Countries (2): Alaska, America

Highlights

  • Bask in Alaska’s incredible winter wonderland climate, Walk on the icy blue surface of the Matanuska Glacier, Practice your mushing skills during a dog sled excursion with champions of Alaska’s famous Iditarod, Soak in the warm soothing waters of Chena Hot Springs, Set out on a Northern Lights tracking mission in the Alaskan wilderness, Ride a train through the frozen winter tundra to Fairbanks
  • Winter in Alaska — a remote, snow-covered wonderland — might seem intimidating, but this 8-day adventure will win over even the most dedicated sun worshipper. Kick things off in Anchorage, where you’ll explore cultural landmarks and dive into the stories of Alaska’s Indigenous peoples at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Then, it’s time for some serious fun: go dog sledding with Iditarod champion pups and learn to mush like a pro. Hop aboard the Aurora Winter Train and glide through the frozen tundra to Fairbanks. Walk across the shimmering surface of Matanuska Glacier, visit the festive town of North Pole, and chase the Northern Lights on a thrilling nighttime expedition. Top it all off with a soak in the steamy Chena Hot Springs, and you’ve got a winter adventure you’ll never forget.

Included in Price

  • 7 breakfasts
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Eagle River Nature Center trail walking. Alaska Native Heritage Center visit. Matanuska Glacier guided tour. Iditarod Dog Sledding excursion. Ride on the Aurora Winter Train between Talkeetna and Fairbanks. Reindeer Farm visit. Northern Lights Viewing Tour. Chena Hot Springs. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Anchorage

Arrow Going To

Fairbanks

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