The itinerary sequence shown below is for reference only. The itinerary content remains unchanged, but the sequence may be adjusted due to the departure time. Please refer to the final departure notice for details.

Day 1 Arrival in Fairbanks - Aurora Observation at the Cabin

• Itinerary:

Fairbanks, the second largest city in Alaska with a population of 100,000, is a transportation hub for exploring the interior of Alaska and the Arctic Circle. Fairbanks is a global destination for viewing the Northern Lights. There are more than 243 days of clear night sky in a year when the Northern Lights can be seen. Since it is only 310 kilometers away from the Arctic Circle and is backed by the barrier of mountains, Fairbanks can avoid bad weather. Therefore, Northern Lights seekers will gather in this city where the Northern Lights are most easily observed. There are also many newlyweds who choose this place as their honeymoon destination because of the ancient legend that "seeing the Northern Lights will bring you happiness for a lifetime." The tour guide will use professional shooting equipment to record the beautiful moments under the Northern Lights for you, and will also provide you with technical support in terms of photography skills and parameter settings.

• Itinerary:

Upon arrival, check in to the hotel with valid ID. The check-in time for hotels in Alaska is 15:00.

22:00 Depart from the designated hotel and take the Aurora Bus to the Aurora Cabin to wait for the Aurora to appear. You can rest in the lounge and enjoy the rich snacks, hot chocolate, coffee, tea, etc. we provide while waiting for the Aurora.

We will return to our hotel in downtown Fairbanks at 2:00 a.m. the next day, ending a pleasant and unforgettable day.

Breakfast: Served at the hotel

Lunch: Self-provided

Dinner: Self-catered

Reference hotel: Bridgewater Hotel or equivalent.

 

 

Day 2 City Tour - Chasing Lights in the Wilderness

 

• Itinerary:

【Museum of the North】

The Northern Polar Museum is located on the campus of the University of Alaska Fairbanks. It is a modern building that perfectly blends curves and sharp angles. It is all white and blends in with the surrounding snow in winter, which is chic and artistic. The exhibits in the exhibition hall are not to be missed. There are specimens of animals living around the Arctic Circle, as well as the lifestyles and conditions of local indigenous people. The most attractive are the exhibits that can be touched by hand, which enriches your sensory experience and makes your travel experience more memorable. In addition, our guides' vivid explanations of the exhibits will also make your trip to the Northern Polar Museum worthwhile. Check-in point recommendation: Remember to take a photo with the Internet celebrity "Jaylen Bear" in the museum, and capture the most beautiful sunset in Fairbanks.

【Santa Claus House】

Walking on the streets of the North Pole Village is like walking in a fairy tale world. The street lamps are all in the shape of red and white candy canes. Even the town's ambulances and police cars use the two classic Christmas colors - red and green. The main street in the area is also called "Jingle Street", which is named after the sound of bells jingling when Santa Claus slides by on his sleigh. The 16-meter-high giant Santa Claus statue, 2-meter-high polar bears and elks, and many Christmas trees here are all suitable for taking pictures. You can also send a postcard from the North Pole. In winter, the Santa Claus hut in the North Pole Village is only open at fixed times. If the Santa Claus hut is closed, you will visit the North Pole town (North Pole).

• Itinerary:

14:00 Depart from the designated pick-up hotel,

14:30 Northern Polar Museum, head to the Northern Polar Museum located on the Fairbanks campus of the University of Alaska

If the Northern Polar Museum is closed, we will go to the Thompson Memorial Center.

16:00 Santa Claus House

The tour is expected to end around 17:00 and return to the hotel

22:00 Depart from the hotel and our experienced tour guide will take you to the wilderness, away from the light pollution of the city, to chase and look for the traces of the Aurora. The Aurora is a natural landscape that can only be encountered by chance. When the Aurora appears in the sky, the tour guide will stop the car for you to get off to take pictures and enjoy the Aurora; or take you to a place with super high visibility to stop and wait for the Aurora. Along the way, the tour guide will explain to you some knowledge about the Aurora, camera parameter adjustment and northern lights shooting techniques to help you take wonderful Aurora photos. Because it is a wilderness light chase, there are no toilets and hot drinks. If you need to use the bathroom, please inform the tour guide and he will arrange to go to a place with a bathroom.

02:00 Return to downtown Fairbanks, ending a perfect day.

Breakfast: Served at the hotel

Lunch: Self-provided

Dinner: Self-catered

Reference hotel: Bridgewater Hotel or equivalent.

Day 3 Optional Activities - Wilderness Light Chasing (Chena Hot Springs/Denali Hike/Arctic Circle Adventure/Snow Activities)

• Itinerary:

【Chena Hot Springs】

There are indoor hot spring swimming pools and outdoor hot spring pools. You can feel the warmth of mineral hot springs in the ice and snow, and experience the magical feeling of your whole body heating up while your hair is frozen. It is a unique magical experience in the world. It not only brings spiritual pleasure, but also has a healing effect on the tired body. It is the most popular tourist attraction in Fairbanks in winter. There is also a reindeer farm in the southeast corner of the resort (external visit). Even in the cold winter, you can see Santa Claus' good friends, enjoying life here leisurely.

【Aurora Ice Museum】

It is an ice sculpture museum open all year round, built with 1,000 tons of ice and snow. The exquisitely designed sculptures are guaranteed to keep you glued to your eyes. There is not only the smallest chapel in the world, but also a real Inuit igloo and a bedroom made entirely of ice. You can also taste a glass of the most local ice-cup cocktail Appletini (Apple Martin) at the ice bar, and experience the wonderful feeling of the ice cup touching your warm lips (at your own expense of $20, you must be 21 years old to purchase, and please show your valid ID when purchasing).

• Itinerary:

If you choose to visit Chena Hot Springs: Depart from the designated hotel at 11:00 and take a bus to Chena Hot Springs Resort to visit the world's only ice

Sculpture Museum (at your own expense), then enjoy the healing power of the pure natural mineral hot springs, and gather at the activity center at 17:00 to return to the city.

22:00 Depart from your hotel and our experienced guide will take you into the wilderness, or stop at a place with high visibility to wait for the aurora.

02:00 Return to downtown Bankstown, ending a perfect day

If you do not participate in the self-funded activities, you can enjoy free activities during the day:

22:00 Depart from your hotel and our experienced guide will take you into the wilderness, or stop at a place with high visibility to wait for the aurora.

02:00 Return to downtown Bankstown, ending a perfect day

• Kind tips:

1. Please bring your own swimsuit, bath towel, slippers and 50 cents (for locker rental in the locker room);
2. The Ice Sculpture Museum opens at 13:00 or 15:00;
3. Please choose Appletini (alcoholic beverage) with caution. It is not recommended to drink it before taking a hot spring bath.
4. Because the hot spring is a pure natural sulfur hot spring, if you have cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, please arrange the duration of hot spring bathing reasonably;
5. Minors under the age of 18 are not allowed to enter the outdoor hot spring pool, but can use the indoor massage pool and swimming pool;
6. The hot springs gathering place is the Activities Center;
7. For lunch, you can choose to dine at the Chena Hot Springs Restaurant, and there are also light meals for sale at the activity center;
8. If you are unable to experience the hot springs on that day due to personal reasons, it will be deemed that you have voluntarily given up the project and there will be no refund or compensation.

Breakfast: Served at the hotel

Lunch: Self-provided

Dinner: Self-catered

Reference hotel: Bridgewater Hotel or equivalent.

Denali Hiking Tour

• Itinerary:

At the foot of North America's highest peak! In this paradise-like natural setting, you will have the opportunity to experience Alaska's pristine wildness and breathtaking natural landscapes. Denali National Park is home to mountains and canyons, a breathtaking alpine landscape. Whether you are a novice or an experienced climber, there are suitable hiking trails here to let you experience the majestic mountains up close. In Denali, the chances of encountering wildlife up close are high. Wildlife such as grizzly bears, caribou, mountain goats and eagles live freely here, providing rare viewing opportunities. Hiking is a unique adventure that allows you to walk on glaciers and feel the shocking power of nature. For photography enthusiasts, Denali is an ideal place to capture magnificent natural scenery. Whether it is sunrise, sunset, starry sky or snow-capped mountains reflected in the lake, it provides extremely creative shooting opportunities. Whether you are looking for extreme challenges or want to relax in nature, Denali meets your needs.

• Itinerary:

If you choose to take the Denali Hike Tour:

It is expected to depart from the hotel for Denali at 10 am and return to the city around 17:00.

22:00 Depart from your hotel and our experienced guide will take you into the wilderness, or take you to a place with super high visibility to stop and wait for the aurora.

02:00 Return to downtown Bankstown, ending a perfect day.

If you do not participate in the self-funded activities, you can enjoy free activities during the day:

22:00 Depart from your hotel and our experienced guide will take you into the wilderness, or take you to a place with super high visibility to stop and wait for the aurora.

02:00 Return to downtown Bankstown, ending a perfect day.

• Kind tips:

1. Please bring your own hiking shoes, light jacket, spare socks, and sunglasses
2. Free anti-slip crampons
3. Professional tour guide service throughout the tour, minimum group size is 4 people.
4. The fee includes: round-trip transportation to designated hotels, tickets to scenic spots, equipment required for hiking, and professional tour guide services.

The fee does not include: personal food and beverage expenses, and other expenses incurred by personal reasons, excluding the guide service fee, recommended: $20/person

[Land Expedition to the Arctic Circle]

• Itinerary:

Drive out of Fairbanks and follow the famous Dalton Highway. On the way, visit the third largest river in North America, the Yukon River, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline that runs through Alaska from north to south, and the beautiful polar scenery along the way. Finally, arrive at the Arctic Circle Sign, declare your conquest of the frozen Arctic, and receive an Arctic Circle Adventure Certificate. Explore the mysterious Arctic, experience the most primitive landforms on Earth, and encounter polar animals. Get away from the hustle and bustle of life and feel the tranquility of the Earth.

• Itinerary:

It is expected to depart from the designated hotel at 11:00 and embark on the Dalton Highway, the most remote and dangerous highway in the United States. You will take a group photo under the sign of the Dalton Highway to commemorate the journey of the brave. Arrive at Yukon River Camp. After a short rest here, we will continue to set off. The final stop of this trip is the Arctic Circle sign. We will issue you the "Arctic Circle Expedition Certificate" here to commemorate your exploration journey to conquer the polar regions.

Next, we will return to Yukon River Camp for a short rest and adjustment, have dinner and use the restroom. On the way back, the guide will look for the Aurora for everyone. If the Aurora appears, we will stop briefly to admire the Aurora and take photos.

We are expected to arrive back in downtown Fairbanks at 1:00 AM the next day.

• Kind tips:

1. The journey will be long, so you can prepare snacks, treats or other food in advance;
2. There is no mobile phone coverage on most sections of the journey;
3. If you are satisfied with the guide's service, please pay the guide a service fee ($20/

people);

4. Chinese/English tour guide service;
5. The tour guide will adjust the departure time according to the sunshine time. The departure time is subject to the notification of the local tour guide.

【Fly to and drive back to the Arctic Circle】

• Itinerary:

Fly to the Arctic Circle and drive back to the Arctic Circle. Take a safe and comfortable small plane to enjoy the spectacular scenery from high altitude. Fly to the famous camp in the Arctic Circle, Coldfoot Camp. After sending a postcard at the northernmost post office in the United States, drive south and take a photo at the Arctic Circle sign before driving back to Fairbanks. In the short winter, you have more time to enjoy the polar scenery under the sun.

• Itinerary:

11:00 You will go to the meeting point (3820 University Ave S, Fairbanks, AK 99709) on your own and arrive at 11:45 to check in.

13:00 Take a flight to Coldfoot Camp Airport. The estimated flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes. After landing, you will take a bus to Coldfoot Camp, where you will have 1 hour of free time, where you can send postcards at the northernmost post office in the United States and enjoy delicious food at the camp restaurant.

15:45 Gather and take the bus back to Fairbanks (please use the restroom and buy snacks before departure to make final preparations for the long journey). It is expected to arrive at the [Arctic Circle Sign] at 17:30. We will issue you the [Arctic Circle Expedition Certificate] here to commemorate your exploration journey to conquer the polar regions (stay for no less than 15 minutes).

20:00 Arrive at Yukon River Camp. After a short rest here, we will continue our journey.

Arrive at the Arctic Circle Trading Post at 23:00. You will take a short break here. You can also add the Aurora Observation at your own expense for $60/person to wait for the appearance of the Aurora. It is expected to arrive at your hotel at 03:30-04:30.

01:00-02:00 Other guests return to downtown hotels.

• Kind tips:

1. English-speaking tour guide service
2. There is no mobile phone coverage on most sections of the journey;
3. If you are satisfied with the guide's service, please pay a tip to the guide when you arrive at the Fairbanks hotel to show your appreciation. Tips for pilots

(US$10 per person. If you are satisfied with the flight service, please pay a tip after landing to show your appreciation).

4. Please make a reservation for the hotel shuttle bus one night in advance and take the shuttle bus to the airline on time. Passengers who miss the shuttle bus will need to go there on their own.

Dog sledding

Dog sledding has been an integral part of Alaskan life since before European explorers arrived. Despite the distances between towns, traveling with dog teams is still the best way to get around. Today, locals still rely on dog teams for hunting and travel, and enthusiasts love to explore the wild with man's best friend, which is even a famous sporting event. Here, you will have plenty of time to get up close and personal with the sled dogs. You will ride on a sled and explore the snowy mountains of Alaska with these dogs. This tour is suitable for all ages and is specially designed for ordinary tourists who want to experience the speed and passion of dogs, and enjoy a comfortable and safe journey. Not only that, you will also have the opportunity to learn about Alaskan Huskies, dog sledding, and related events. And as a good friend of man, these cute little creatures thrive on this land together with their owners.

The departure time is subject to the notification of the tour guide. Take the shuttle bus to the dog sledding experience center and wait in the lounge. When your dog and the woodcutter are ready, the staff will come here to inform you and start your 30-minute dog sledding experience.

【Snowmobile】 (Driver's license required, this activity is guided by an English-speaking instructor, so you need to have a certain level of English communication skills)

In Alaska's long winter, snowmobiles are the coolest way of transportation and entertainment. Riding in the endless snowfields of Alaska brings a different kind of pleasure and excitement. Under the guidance of professional coaches, beginners can also master driving skills simply and clearly. Under the guidance of the coaches, they can speed across the snow, enjoy the scenery of the Alaskan icefield, and feel the charm of the ice and snow world.

The departure time is subject to the notification of the tour guide. Take the shuttle bus to the snowmobile experience center. Please wait in the lounge. When your snowmobile is ready, the staff/tour guide will notify you to start your 1-hour snowmobile experience trip.

【Tent Ice Lake Fishing】

In Alaska, rivers and lakes freeze from the end of November to March of the following year. Generally, ice fishing is available when the thickness of the ice reaches 8 to 10 centimeters. Due to the low water temperature, the physiological activities of fish are greatly affected, and they are in a semi-sleeping state. They are slow to react to external influences, so they are less vigilant. In addition, the ice layer reduces the impact of external changes on fish. On the frozen lake, we have set up tents and prepared heaters for you to avoid the biting cold wind in Alaska in winter. On the lake surrounded by mountains and water, you can enjoy the beautiful natural scenery, breathe the cleanest air, and enjoy the quiet and peaceful natural environment. You can learn fishing skills from experienced ice fishing guides and experience different winter activities. If you are lucky enough to catch fish, we can help you grill your trophies on the spot and taste them on the spot.

The departure time is subject to the tour guide's notice. It will take 30 minutes by car (depending on the real-time traffic conditions) to reach the ice lake fishing lake. Start your 3-hour fun experience, learn how to hang bait, how to release the line, and experience and master the unique ice fishing skills of the Inuit.

• Kind tips:

1. According to local laws, a guide is required to purchase a fishing license on the day of ice fishing: $15/person (no need to purchase a fishing license for those under 16 years old)

Breakfast: Served in the hotel

Lunch: Self-provided

Dinner: Self-catered

Reference hotel: Bridgewater Hotel or equivalent.

Day 4 Departure- Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)

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Departures - Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)

• Itinerary:

Today is the last day of the trip, please pack and check your luggage and personal belongings in advance. After checking out of the hotel at 11:00 am, all our partner hotels provide free airport shuttles, please make an appointment at the front desk in advance. Take the hotel shuttle to Fairbanks Airport and wish you a pleasant journey home.

Breakfast: Served at the hotel

Lunch: Self-provided

Dinner: Self-catered

• Departure Tips:

1. Check-out time for hotels in Alaska is 11:00 noon. If there is any discrepancy, please refer to the actual requirements of the hotel;
2. For domestic flights in the United States, please arrive at the airport 2 hours in advance;
3. To avoid the risk of missing your flight, please choose a flight that departs after 07:00 on the last day of your trip.
4. You can reserve the hotel shuttle bus service for free. Please make a reservation with the hotel front desk in advance (information required when making a reservation: room number, name in pinyin, number of people, departure time);
5. After the trip, if you plan to stay in Fairbanks, you can choose a hotel in advance to extend your stay.