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

Day 1 Anchorage | Arrival Upon arrival in Anchorage transfer at your own cost to your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights.

Day 2 Anchorage to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad Today you’ll have the chance to experience a scenic winter Alaska railroad trip aboard the Aurora Winter Train. You’ll ride in a heated railcar with comfortable seats, large picture windows and onboard dining options. The full-day railroad trip follows the same backcountry stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train and offers spectacular views of the pristine snow-covered landscape and North America’s highest mountain peak. The train will stop as needed in Talkeetna, Healy, and Nenana before arriving to Fairbanks.

Day 3 Day at Leisure | Evening Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Tour Pair the Aurora with hotel pools and you get a Northern Lights experience like no other! This night trip from Fairbanks takes you to Chena Hot Springs Resort for an exciting but relaxing array of activities. Discover eye-popping sculptures at the on-site Aurora Ice Museum, then unwind in the resort’s legendary mineral water baths. When the conditions are right, lift your eyes to the sky and watch for the ethereal Northern Lights

Day 4 Day at Leisure | Evening Aurora Ice Fishing Today is at leisure before heading out for Northern Lights viewing and ice fishing, two winter activities which combined you may only experience in Fairbanks! You certainly should not miss out on this unique opportunity. The ice fishing activity will take place in a heated hut and the Northern Lights can be seen outside once darkness takes over. All your gear, snacks, and hot beverages will be included.

Day 5 Day at Leisure | Evening Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour This evening, depart Fairbanks to your prime Northern Lights viewing at an Aurora Viewing Yurt. Located outside Fairbanks and away from the city lights, wide open areas ensure a perfect view at Alaska’s winter sky. Guests can marvel at the beauty of the Alaskan northern lights from the coziness of comfortable yurts or step outside and find prime conditions to make amazing pictures of the Aurora Borealis. These yurts are chosen very carefully to ensure that guests can view the Northern Lights from the best possible locations.

Day 6 Dog Mushing and Sledding | Evening at Leisure Enjoy Alaska’s winter landscapes with a team of happy hounds speeding you through snowy fields. On this dog-mushing adventure from Fairbanks, learn about the popular sport and what it takes to lead a team of dogs. Then take the reins of the dog sled and pull! Enjoy an hour-long thrilling ride before you warm up in a cozy cabin.

Day 7 Fairbanks | Departure Upon check-out of your hotel it’s now time to say goodbye to your magical Alaskan Aurora rail adventure.

Day 1 Fairbanks | Arrival Upon arrival in Anchorage transfer at your own cost to your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights.

Day 2 Day at Leisure | Evening Aurora Ice Fishing Today is at leisure before heading out for Aurora Northern Lights viewing and Ice Fishing, two winter activities in a combination you may only experience in Fairbanks! You certainly should not miss out on this very unique opportunity. The ice fishing activity will be provided in a heated hut and the Northern Lights can be seen once you step outside. All of your gear, snacks, and hot beverages.

Day 3 Day at Leisure | Evening Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour This evening, depart Fairbanks to your prime Northern Lights viewing at an Aurora Viewing Yurt. Located outside Fairbanks and away from the city lights, wide open areas ensure a perfect view at Alaska’s winter sky. Guests can marvel at the beauty of the Alaskan northern lights from the coziness of comfortable yurts or step outside and find prime conditions to make amazing pictures of the Aurora Borealis. These yurts are chosen very carefully to ensure that guests can view the Northern Lights from the best possible locations.

Day 4 Day at Leisure | Evening Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Tour Pair the Aurora with hotel pools and you get a Northern Lights experience like no other! This night trip from Fairbanks takes you to Chena Hot Springs Resort for an exciting but relaxing array of activities. Discover eye-popping sculptures at the on-site Aurora Ice Museum, then unwind in the resort’s legendary mineral water baths. When the conditions are right, lift your eyes to the sky and watch for the ethereal Northern Lights

Day 5 Dog Mushing and Sledding | Evening at Leisure Enjoy Alaska’s winter landscapes with a team of happy hounds speeding you through across snowy fields. On this dog-mushing adventure from Fairbanks, learn about the popular sport and what it takes to lead a team of dogs. Then take the reins of the dog sled and pull! Enjoy an hour-long thrilling ride before you warm up in a cozy cabin.

Day 6 Fairbanks to Anchorage | Alaska Railroad Today you’ll have the chance to experience a scenic winter Alaska railroad trip aboard the Aurora Winter Train. You’ll ride in a heated railcar with comfortable seats, large picture windows and onboard dining options. The full-day railroad trip follows the same backcountry stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train and offers spectacular views of the pristine snow-covered landscape and North America’s highest mountain peak. The train will stop as needed in Nenana, Healy and Talkeetna before arriving to Anchorage.

Day 7 Anchorage | Departure Upon check-out of your hotel, it’s now time to say goodbye to your magical Alaskan Aurora rail adventure.