7-Day Alaska Northern Lights Classic Tour AEX
Alaska 7-Day Aurora & Glacier Experience
- Witness the magic of Matanuska Glacier — a once-in-a-lifetime guided ice hike through a thousand-year-old wonder.
- Chase the Northern Lights up to 3 times — one cabin night and two wilderness aurora experiences.
- Relax in pure mineral hot springs surrounded by pristine Alaskan wilderness.
- Enjoy complimentary airport pickup and full-time professional escort services.
- Stay in quality hotels with hearty breakfasts, free Wi-Fi, and airport transfers included. Add optional adventures like Denali Hiking, Arctic Circle Expedition, or Snowfield Activities.
Alaska Aurora Adventure – 7-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Anchorage and check in to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at your own expense; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Accommodation: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport or similar.
Embark on a 2–3 hour guided hike on the Matanuska Glacier. Crampons provided for safety. Explore spectacular glacier formations with a professional guide. Return to Anchorage around 5:00 PM.
Tips: Bring hiking boots, light jacket, spare socks, sunglasses. Bilingual guide service included.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Accommodation: La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport or similar.
With Train Ticket: Depart hotel around 7:00 AM, transfer to Anchorage Train Station for the Aurora Train to Fairbanks (~12h). Transfer to hotel upon arrival. Evening shuttle to cabin for aurora viewing. Snacks and hot drinks provided; return around 2:00 AM.
Without Train Ticket: Breakfast, check out, hotel shuttle to airport, fly to Fairbanks (~1h). Transfer to hotel. Evening shuttle to cabin for aurora viewing. Snacks and hot drinks provided; return around 2:00 AM.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Accommodation: Bridgewater Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham or similar.
Santa Claus House: Visit the charming North Pole attraction.
Chena Hot Springs: Relax in natural sulfur hot springs. Optional Aurora Ice Museum: US$20/person.
- Bring swimsuit, towel, slippers, 50¢ coins for locker.
- Aurora Ice Museum opens at 1:00 PM or 3:00 PM.
- Avoid alcohol before soaking. Cardiovascular patients should limit soak time.
- Outdoor hot springs: 18+ only; indoor pools for minors.
- Meeting point: Activities Center. Lunch available at resort.
- If unable to participate, it is considered waived; no refund.
- Santa Claus House open at fixed times; if closed, visit North Pole town instead; no refund.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Accommodation: Bridgewater Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham or similar.
Free day to explore Fairbanks or relax. Evening: aurora-chasing adventure in the wilderness.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Accommodation: Bridgewater Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham or similar.
Customize your day with:
- Arctic Circle Road Adventure: Long drive, bilingual guide, limited coverage. Bring snacks.
- Fly & Drive Arctic Circle: English-only; reserve hotel shuttle night before.
- Dog Sledding: Ride with professional mushers.
- Snowmobiling: Driver’s license & basic English needed.
- Ice Fishing: License required ($15/person, under 16 free).
- Denali Hiking: Crampons & guide provided. Min 4 participants. Bring boots, jacket, socks, sunglasses.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Accommodation: Bridgewater Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham or similar.
Pack and check out by 11:00 AM. Complimentary shuttle to Fairbanks Airport (reserve at front desk).
- Check-out: 11:00 AM (hotel policy applies).
- Arrive 2h before domestic flight.
- Recommended departure: after 7:00 AM.
- Free hotel shuttle; reserve in advance with room number, name (Pinyin), passengers, and departure time.
- Extend stay? Coordinate hotel extension in advance.
Meals: Breakfast at hotel; lunch and dinner at your own expense.
Optional Activities Price List
- Prices include Alaska state taxes but exclude guide service fees.
- Final itinerary may vary depending on actual departure arrangements.
- Optional activities have limited availability — advance booking is recommended.
Log Cabin Aurora Viewing
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $130 per person
Notes: Minimum 2 people
Wilderness Aurora Chasing
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $106 per person
Notes: Minimum 2 people
Santa Claus House + Chena Hot Springs Tour
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $202 per person
Notes: Minimum 2 people
Denali Hiking Tour
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $214 per person
Notes: Minimum 4 people
Arctic Circle Land Expedition (13h)
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $310 per person
Notes: Minimum 4 people
Dog Sledding (0.5h)
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $186
Notes: Expected to start Nov 1, depending on snow safety
Snowmobiling (1h)
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $234
Notes: Expected to start Nov 1, depending on snow safety
Ice Fishing (3h)
Region: Fairbanks
Price: $174
Notes: Expected to start Nov 1, depending on snow safety
Ice Museum
Region: Chena Hot Springs
Price: $24
Notes: Inside Chena Hot Springs Resort
Ice Museum Ice Glass Cocktail Appletini
Region: Chena Hot Springs
Price: $24
Notes: Must be 21+ and show ID
Departure Information
Departure Days: Every Thursday
Minimum: 2 persons
Product Season: 09/17/2025–04/01/2026
Seasons: Shoulder, Peak
If you do not need train tickets, the price will be reduced by $200 per person.
| Room Type / Season | Single Room (Per Person) |
Double Room (Per Person) |
Triple Room (Per Person) |
Quad Room (Per Person) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder Season Price | $2,399 | $1,919 | $1,799 | $1,739 |
| Peak Season Price | $2,639 | $2,075 | $1,955 | $1,895 |
| Hotel Extension - Shoulder | $216 / night | $108 / night | $84 / night | $72 / night |
| Hotel Extension - Peak | $252 / night | $126 / night | $96 / night | $84 / night |
| Hotel Upgrade - Shoulder | $108 / night | $54 / night | $42 / night | $36 / night |
| Hotel Upgrade - Peak | $108 / night | $54 / night | $42 / night | $36 / night |
Reference Hotels & Notes
Anchorage Preferred Hotel: Laquinta Anchorage Airport or similar
Anchorage Upgrade Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Anchorage Airport or similar
Fairbanks Preferred Hotel: Bridgewater Hotel or similar
Fairbanks Upgrade Hotel: SpringHill Suites by Marriott or similar
The above prices exclude tax and need to be calculated separately in US Dollars.
Extended stay preferential prices are only available to guests who registered when booking.
Each room accommodates a maximum of 4 adults.
This product has the same price for adults and children.
Shoulder Season Dates
09/17/2025–11/17/2025
12/01/2025–12/17/2025
01/06/2026–02/15/2026
02/23/2026–04/01/2026
Peak Season Dates
11/18/2025–11/30/2025
12/18/2025–01/05/2026
02/16/2026–02/22/2026
Communication
T-Mobile connects automatically upon arrival. AT&T and Verizon are supported. China Mobile works with international roaming. China Telecom (USA) is unavailable. Please confirm with your carrier before departure.
Dining Recommendations
Anchorage: Glacier Brewhouse (American), Jimmy Sushi (Chinese).
Fairbanks: Big Daddy Texas BBQ, Thai House, Lavelle’s Bistro (Western, at SpringHill Hotel). All within walking distance of Bridgewater and SpringHill Hotels.
Lin Jia Yuan – authentic Chinese takeout and dine-in options available.
Note: The itinerary order may vary slightly depending on your departure date. All experiences remain the same — please refer to your final tour notice for confirmed details.
- Accommodation: 6 nights in local hotels (double occupancy, either twin or single beds).
- Meals: Daily breakfast included at the hotels (included in hotel room rate).
- Attractions & Tickets: Matanuska Glacier entrance, one-way Aurora Train ticket (Anchorage–Fairbanks), Aurora viewing, Chena Hot Springs entrance, and all attractions listed in the itinerary.
- Transportation: All ground transfers listed in the itinerary.
- Optional Tours: Overland Arctic Circle Expedition, snow activities, Denali Hiking, and other optional excursions.
- Meals: Lunches, dinners, and any meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal Expenses: Shopping, additional activities, or attractions outside the itinerary.
- Extra Costs: Overtime fees caused by personal schedule changes, weather conditions, or other personal requests.
- Tips: Gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel staff, and local service providers.
- Booking Changes: Changing departure dates or traveler names is considered a cancellation of the original booking and requires rebooking.
- Cancellation Fees (including optional activities):
• 1–5 days before departure: 100% of tour fee
• 6–10 days before departure: 50% of tour fee
• 11–15 days before departure: 30% of tour fee
• 15+ days before departure: 10% of tour fee - Reschedule Policy: Changing departure dates or traveler names is treated as canceling the original booking and rebooking.
Due to transport issues, equipment failure, strikes, illness, unexpected events, weather changes, or other personal reasons, if a traveler cannot join the tour on time, we will assist to minimize losses but cannot cover these costs.
• 9+ days before departure: $50 per person rescheduling fee
• Within 9 days: 25% of tour fee plus any confirmed optional items; remaining balance applied to the new booking. - Force Majeure: We are not responsible for cancellations caused by natural disasters, weather, government actions, or transport disruptions. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
- Optional Activities: Optional activities are non-refundable once booked. Weather-related cancellations will be fully refunded.
3501 Minnesota Dr, Anchorage, AK 99503
Tel: (907) 276-8884 ext. 0
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
7231st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Tel: (907) 452-6661
Disclaimer: The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings depend on weather and solar activity. We cannot guarantee 100% viewing, but we hope every guest has the chance to witness their beauty.
Schedule: Follow the guide's on-site announcements if different from the itinerary.
Fairbanks Airport — Complimentary Pickup Service
- Our agency provides a fixed-schedule free pickup service for guests arriving at Fairbanks International Airport within designated hours (13:00–21:00, based on actual flight arrival time).
- Each booking is eligible for one free pickup within the specified time window. Please provide your detailed flight information when reserving this service. If flight details are not provided at least 72 hours prior to arrival, we will be unable to arrange pickup.
- Pickup location: Fairbanks International Airport, Baggage Claim #1.
- Guests on flights arriving at similar times may share the same shuttle, which may result in a brief wait at the airport. Thank you for your understanding.
Anchorage / Fairbanks Airports — 24-Hour Partner Hotel Shuttle Service
- Designated partner hotels near Anchorage and Fairbanks airports offer 24-hour complimentary shuttle service.
- After collecting your luggage, please call the hotel and press “0” to request the shuttle. Provide your personal information including name (Pinyin) and number of passengers. The shuttle typically arrives within 30 minutes.
- Pickup locations:
- Anchorage International Airport — Public Transportation Lane, Arrival Level
- Fairbanks International Airport — Outside Arrival Gate #1
- Guests with similar arrival times may share the same shuttle; a brief wait may occur. Thank you for your understanding.
Anchorage / Fairbanks Train Stations — Complimentary Transfer Service
- Anchorage Train Station: The company provides free pickup and drop-off service to partner hotels.
- Fairbanks Train Station: Designated partner hotels provide 24-hour complimentary shuttle service. After collecting your luggage, call the hotel to request the shuttle, providing your name (Pinyin) and number of passengers. The shuttle typically arrives within 30 minutes.
- Pickup location: Fairbanks Train Station — outside the waiting area. Guests with similar flight arrival times may be picked up at the airport first, which may result in a short wait at the train station. Thank you for your understanding.
Fairbanks Airport Taxi Information
- Pickup location: Outside the Arrival area at Fairbanks International Airport.
- Taxi fare from the airport to most hotels in Fairbanks is approximately $20–$30.
Paid Airport Pickup Service
- Guests may book our paid airport pickup service after order confirmation:
- 10:00–22:00 — $100 per trip
- 22:00–10:00 — $200 per trip
- Please note: The service must be booked in advance with complete flight information. Requests without prior booking or missing flight details cannot be accommodated.
- Minimum 2 participants; guided by local professionals (Chinese/English).
- This is a shared tour; you may travel with other guests.
- Contact +1 907-600-3539 for questions.
- Book flights only after confirmation.
- Keep travel documents, passport, tickets, credit cards, and cash safe; carry valuables personally.
- Misbehavior may result in removal from tour; unused services non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Valid US visa required; ensure EVUS registration.
- Failure to clear US customs due to personal reasons is non-refundable.
- Optional activities limited daily; book in advance. Weather cancellations are refundable; personal cancellations are not.
- Follow guide's schedule if different from itinerary.
- Hotels listed are references; substitutions may occur if fully booked.
- Force majeure or accidents may cause itinerary adjustments. Extra costs (hotel extension, meals, transport, tickets) are guest responsibility. Travel insurance recommended.
- Do not stop in roadways; guests are responsible for accidents caused by unsafe behavior.
- Alaska weather may require adjusting activity sequence; tours not fully canceled. Partial refunds handled case by case.
- Purchase travel insurance in advance.
- 14-seat business vehicles prioritized; other types may be used in peak periods or holidays.
- Flights to Arctic Circle may be canceled; affected trip fees will be refunded.
- Itinerary sequence may vary by arrival date; follow final departure notice.
- Arrive 10 min before pickup at hotel lobby. Late arrival considered voluntary forfeiture; no refunds.