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Alaska Northern Lights Train | Aurora, Ice Fishing, Dog Mushing & Sledding

7 Days / 6 Nights
Anchorage to Fairbanks or Fairbanks to Anchorage
Price fromUSD$2,349per person

INTRODUCTION

Combine Alaska's Northern Lights with Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Train.

Located directly under the Auroral Band with the most clear weather days and cloud-free nights, Fairbanks is one of the best places to see the magical Aurora Borealis in Alaska.

On this 7-day trip you'll have multiple chances to see the lights, plus ride the Aurora Winter Train, go dog sledding, Aurora Viewing Ice Fishing and explore Anchorage and Fairbanks. 

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1
Anchorage | Arrival
Day 2
Anchorage to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad
Day 3
Day at Leisure | Evening Aurora Ice Fishing
Day 4
Day at Leisure | Evening Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour
Day 5
Day at Leisure | Evening Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Tour
Day 6
Dog Mushing and Sledding | Evening at Leisure
Day 7
Fairbanks | Departure

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REVIEWS

We saw spectacular sights, met warm and friendly people, saw the Northern Lights, and made a lifetime of memories. We want to thank you for the wonderful job you did in setting everything up, and also for your courteous assistance and recommendations along the way.

Nick Florida, United States

We had a fantastic time. Everything ran like clock work, the activities we did were extremely well organised, informative and above all fantastically enjoyable. We cannot thank everyone enough for their professionalism and organisational skills. To top everything off we saw the most amazing display of the Northern Lights, something I will never forget.......we certainly will be back.

Hazel Scotland

We just came back from our winter adventure 5 days/4 nights in Alaska. We had such a nice time. Everything was great. We saw the Northern lights, which was very special to start into the New Year, connected with the universe. We went dog sledding and snowmobiling all the tour guides were always on time, had knowledge and made an extra step to make the clients happy. Also the hotel is a beautiful place with nice, warm beds. Loved this vacation!!!

Ina Dominican Republic

Excellent trip. Well planned out. We were able to get all our additional destinations accommodated.

Paul Williams Canada

Nothing was too much trouble for Jennifer or Karen when we were planning our holiday. They were able to tailor our trip to what we wanted. We have recommended Alaska Rail Vacations to our friends and they also had an amazing experience.

Anne Mathews Australia

Alaska Rail Vacations were very helpful and had a quick turn around on price quotes. All my clients have enjoyed their trips thanks to the arrangements made by there amazing team

Tracey Los Angeles, CA

I enjoyed working with Alaska Rail Vacations, I was introduced to them by Debra Roberts and Karen did a great job for me with a couple of my reservations

Haleh M California, USA

The team at Alaska Rail Vacations never fail to off excellent service. Clients enjoyed a wonderful experience! Our go to company for Alaska

Tina M Los Angeles, CA

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