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Top 6 day trips things to do in Fairbanks

When Fairbanks is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.

  1. Half-day guided fishing trip in Fairbanks, Fairbanks1

    1. Half-day guided fishing trip in Fairbanks

    5.0· 20 reviews

    Four to five hours of guided fishing in Fairbanks' state parks — all gear provided, including flies, reels, and personalized guidance from local experts.

    I had a great experience. The pick-up was punctual, and the guide was knowledgeable and easy to understand. Reaching the fishing spot was straightforward.Tim_H
  2. Chena Hot Springs day tour from Fairbanks, Fairbanks2

    2. Chena Hot Springs day tour from Fairbanks

    4.8· 269 reviews· 8 hours

    Ten hours of scenic transport to Chena Hot Springs Resort, with options for ice museum tour, hot spring soak, and nature sightings along the way.

    The transition from cold to hot was remarkable. The experience was fantastic, and the ice museum is truly unique. Just be ready for a warm shift when you enter the springs.Katherine_J
  3. Full-day Arctic Circle tour from Fairbanks, Fairbanks3

    3. Full-day Arctic Circle tour from Fairbanks

    4.7· 687 reviews· 13 hours

    A full-day van tour—journey along the Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle with scenic stops and expert commentary.

    Shannon was enjoyable to be around, sweet, and had a lot of knowledge to share. I would definitely recommend this tour.TeriF102
  1. Fairbanks city highlights tour, Fairbanks4

    4. Fairbanks city highlights tour

    4.7· 14 reviews· 5.5 hours

    Half-day guided tour — explore Fairbanks with stops at key attractions, perfect for first-time visitors.

    This tour was truly enjoyable and informative. Blake, our guide, was exceptionally attentive and made a special effort to ensure we had a great experience.James_Y
  2. Arctic Circle day tour from Fairbanks, Fairbanks5

    5. Arctic Circle day tour from Fairbanks

    4.6· 76 reviews· 12 hours

    Twelve hours by bus — travel the scenic Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle, with landscape changes and an official certificate as a highlight.

    A journey through Alaska, experiencing different biosystems during the transition from winter to early spring, was truly exceptional. I highly recommend it to anyone who has the opportunity.JACIEWALDIR_B
  3. Chena Hot Springs day tour from Fairbanks, Fairbanks6

    6. Chena Hot Springs day tour from Fairbanks

    4.5· 121 reviews· 6.5 hours

    An included hotel pickup and drop-off in Fairbanks — relax at Chena Hot Springs and visit the Ice Museum with expert guides for a full day of exploration.

    Our trip to the Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum was incredible. Daniel, our guide, was outstanding, sharing a wealth of information and bringing great energy. We truly enjoyed ourselves and it was a remarkable experience.Escape36399995544

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