Gallery
Find your best option
Choose your package
Select an option to see its live dates and timings.
Highlights
- Start a unique adventure along the Dalton Highway to reach the Arctic Circle, where you'll hunt for Northern Lights and enjoy stunning views of the tundra and Yukon River.
- Experience round-trip hotel pick-up in climate-controlled vans with an expert guide who will lead you through your journey toward the Arctic Circle starting from Juneau.
- Your tour includes stops at stunning locations such as the Yukon River, scenic tundra viewpoints for Northern Lights sightings, and a visit to the iconic Arctic Circle sign where photo opportunities await.
- Enjoy hot drinks in climate-controlled vans while expert guides maintain communication via CB radios and ensure safety with essential equipment; your adventure concludes with receiving an Arctic Circle certificate.
- As part of this trip, you'll receive a personalized Arctic Circle Certificate as a memento of your exploration into Alaska's far north.
Your Experience
Start a guided night adventure to chase the Northern Lights while crossing into the Arctic Circle, complete with round-trip transfers from your hotel.
Getting started
Your journey begins with a pickup at your hotel using provided round-trip transfers. You board climate-controlled vans and meet an expert guide who will lead you out of town toward the Dalton Highway. The tour sets expectations for winter conditions, flexible timing, and then continues north into darker skies in search of aurora activity.
Dalton Highway route to the Arctic Circle
Travel along the remote Dalton Highway towards the Arctic Circle, leaving cell phone coverage behind for an off-grid experience in Alaska's far north.
- Observe the landscape shift into open tundra as you head north toward the Arctic Circle. Your guide will point out viewpoints and provide context on the surrounding wilderness.
- The tour includes planned stops for photo opportunities at landmarks such as the Yukon River, sweeping tundra views, and the iconic Arctic Circle sign to document your journey's stages.
- CB radio communication with truck drivers keeps your guide informed about road conditions and traffic on this active haul route.
- The vehicle carries emergency preparedness equipment. Additionally, satellite phones are used for emergency communication due to the lack of cell phone coverage along the Dalton Highway.
Yukon River
Your tour includes a stop at the Yukon River, one of Alaska's key natural landmarks and an important milestone on your way to the Arctic Circle.
- Spend time taking photos and experiencing the scale of this major waterway in Alaska’s interior.
- Lunch and dinner can be purchased at Yukon River Camp at your own expense, or you may bring personal snacks along for the tour.
- Hot drinks are provided during the tour to keep you warm while outside in cold temperatures near the river.
Arctic Circle and aurora viewing areas
A central focus of the tour is reaching the Arctic Circle, where time will be dedicated to Northern Lights viewing when conditions allow.
- Stop at the Arctic Circle sign for photo opportunities and moments of appreciation as you mark your crossing of this latitude line.
- Your knowledgeable guide monitors weather, road conditions, and aurora activity, adjusting timelines to maximize chances of seeing the Northern Lights. However, sightings are never guaranteed due to their natural nature.
- Winter temperatures during aurora viewing can range from 20°F to –40°F. Guests should arrive with appropriate winter clothing and gear, including layered attire and proper footwear for cold weather.
- You receive a personalized Arctic Circle certificate as a keepsake documenting your journey at the Arctic Circle.
Onboard experience
A significant part of this adventure takes place inside the vehicle, covering considerable distance through remote Arctic territory.
- The climate-controlled vans maintain stable interior temperatures during long drives in cold conditions, providing a consistent base between outdoor stops.
- An expert guide leads with commentary on the Arctic environment and practical information about traveling in such an isolated region.
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off services are included at eligible locations. Transportation to unconfirmed or ineligible pickup locations is not provided as part of this service.
- The tour is not fully wheelchair accessible, and guests should be moderately mobile since getting in and out of the vehicle and moving around icy or snowy surfaces is part of the experience.
After your time at the Arctic Circle and any final Northern Lights viewing, you return along the Dalton Highway in a climate-controlled van. The tour concludes with hotel drop-off using included pick-up/drop-off services.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Expert-guided tour
- Round-trip hotel transportation
- Personalized Arctic Circle certificate
- Complimentary hot drinks
- Stops at:
- Yukon River
- tundra viewpoints
- Arctic Circle sign
- Emergency preparedness equipment
- CB radio communication with truck drivers
- Climate-controlled vans
- Lunch and dinner not included at Yukon River Camp
- Personal snacks are excluded from the package
- Winter clothing and equipment must be brought by participants
- Transportation is not provided to unconfirmed or ineligible pickup locations
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Bring your mobile ticket confirmation or a printed copy to ensure smooth entry.
- Dress in warm layered winter clothing suitable for temperatures between 20°F and -40°F (-7°C to -40°C) along with insulated boots, gloves, and hats.
- Avoid bringing large luggage or oversized bags as they are not allowed on the tour.
- Remember that this experience is not wheelchair accessible; guests should be comfortable getting in and out of vehicles and walking on snowy or icy surfaces.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 168 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.
14 answered
Booking FAQs
Mobile or printed ticket confirmation. Warm layered winter clothing suitable for temperatures between 20°F and -40°F (-7°C to -40°C). Insulated winter boots, gloves, hat, and other cold-weather gear. Personal snacks for the journey.
Large luggage or oversized bags. Alcohol or illegal substances onboard. Smoking or vaping inside the vehicle.
This experience is not wheelchair accessible. Guests should be comfortable getting in and out of the vehicle and walking on snowy or icy surfaces.
Northern Lights sightings depend entirely on weather and solar activity and cannot be guaranteed. Mobile phone service is unavailable for much of the Dalton Highway; vehicles carry satellite communication equipment for emergencies. Tour duration and itinerary may change due to road conditions, weather, or aurora activity. If arranging your own transportation to the meeting point, notify the operator before 3pm the day before departure.
Yes, the Northern Lights & Arctic Circle Tour includes an expert-guided journey with round-trip hotel transfers.
Personal snacks are recommended as they're not included in this experience.
No, large luggage or oversized bags are not allowed onboard.
Smoking and vaping inside the vehicle are prohibited for everyone's safety.
Bring warm layered winter clothing suitable for temperatures between 20°F and -40°F (-7°C to -40°C), along with insulated boots, gloves, a hat, and other cold-weather gear.
Yes, you will receive a personalized Arctic Circle Certificate to commemorate your journey into Alaska's far north.
Round-trip hotel transfers are provided; however, transportation to unconfirmed or ineligible pickup locations is not covered.
You need a mobile or printed ticket confirmation to participate in the tour.
This experience is not wheelchair accessible, so please plan accordingly if accessibility is a concern.
Highlights include traveling along the Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle, exploring tundra and Yukon River views, attempting aurora sightings at designated viewpoints, and receiving hot drinks during your journey in climate-controlled vans.