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Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton Highway Tour
A 13 to 14 h northern lights tour from Fairbanks by Midnight Sky Adventures, shared with up to 6 travellers. From 379 USD per person, rated 5.0 out of 5 from 29 reviews on the booking site and Tripadvisor.
In short
Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton is a 13 to 14 h aurora tour from Fairbanks, shared with up to 6 travellers, run by Midnight Sky Adventures. It costs from 379 USD per person and is rated 5.0 out of 5 by 29 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Fairbanks and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Journey north from Fairbanks along the Dalton Highway, one of the most remote and northerly roads accessible by vehicle, to the Arctic Circle. You’ll spend the day moving deeper into Alaska’s far north as forest thins and the landscape opens into wide valleys and tundra.
We make several scenic stops at viewpoints for photos and short walks throughout the day, including time at the Arctic Circle sign (66°33′N).
On the return, the late-night drive is timed for prime aurora viewing hours, with a chance to see the northern lights. Your guide uses real-time aurora forecasts to choose the best stops and timing.
This is primarily a road-based experience with short, easy walks and ongoing commentary from your knowledgeable Alaskan guide.
Non-smoking tour. Guests must be 15 or older. Groups limited to 6 guests in a new 11-passenger van fully outfitted for Arctic conditions, with guaranteed window seats, an unhurried pace, regular breaks, and flexibility, plus snacks, water, & hot drinks.
Operator listing, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- Ample, flexible stops for photos, fresh air, and short walks along the route
- Experienced local guide with live commentary
- Transportation in a comfortable, fully winter-equipped AWD van
- Pickup and drop-off from hotels and Airbnbs within Fairbanks and North Pole
- Snacks, bottled water, and hot drinks (teas, hot chocolate, coffee)
- Small-group experience (maximum 6 guests) with a guaranteed window seat
Not included
- Lunch/dinner is not included. We make a grocery stop before departing Fairbanks, guests may bring/buy food to eat at the Yukon River Camp or order from their restaurant for our meal stop around 4-5 PM
- Appropriate winter clothing and cold-weather gear
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- A world-famous engineering landmark running alongside the route, with roadside viewpoints and photo stops along the way. (15 min)
- One of the world’s most remote and northerly highways, stretching from the forests north of Fairbanks into Alaska’s vast far-north country. We'll stop for photos at the James Dalton Highway sign before we travel the first 115 miles along the Haul Road to the Arctic Circle sign (tour does not proceed all the way to Coldfoot as may be displayed on TripAdvisor's itinerary map for this stop) (10 min)
- A scenic stop at the Yukon River, where we cross the only bridge on the Dalton Highway. Guests have time to warm up indoors, enjoy dinner, and step outside for photos overlooking this vast Interior Alaska waterway. (45 min)
- A high-country wayside with sweeping tundra views, where the landscape begins to feel distinctly northern.
- A classic roadside stop at the Arctic Circle marker for photos and a brief break before turning south. (30 min)
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 6 travellers
- Hotel pickup included for everyone
- Guide languages: English
- Booking size: 1 to 6 travellers
- Operator: Midnight Sky Adventures
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No cigarette smoking at any point during the tour, including stops. Cigarette odor carries back into the van. Vaping is allowed only well away from other guests and the vehicle: never inside.
5Aurora over Fairbanks tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Alaska page has the Kp Fairbanks needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 13:17 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 14:24 UTC. Aurora also needs a dark and clear sky. Kp needed: NOAA puts the edge of the auroral oval at about 66° geomagnetic latitude for Kp 0, 2° closer to the equator per Kp level. Geomagnetic latitude from the WMM2025 dipole pole (NOAA NCEI).
6Other northern lights tours in Fairbanks
| Rating | Booking site | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 10 | 19 |
| 4 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 3 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 0 |
| 1 star | 0 | 0 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 5619204P3, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton in Fairbanks cost?
From 379 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton in Fairbanks last?
13 to 14 h according to the operator listing. Northern lights tours leave in the dark hours and often return after midnight, so the duration counts from pickup or the meeting point.
Is Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton in Fairbanks private or shared?
It is shared with up to 6 travellers. The operator sets this on the listing, so the figure here is read from the catalogue and not estimated.
What is the cancellation policy for Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton in Fairbanks?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton need to see the northern lights from Fairbanks?
Fairbanks needs Kp 1 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Fairbanks is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Arctic Circle and Northern Lights Dalton in Fairbanks?
Midnight Sky Adventures, the operator named on the listing. Reviews shown here combine the booking site and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 5619204P3, checked on 9 Oct 2026
- NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model, checked on 9 Oct 2026
Written and maintained by the Kp Forecast editorial team. Independent site, not a space weather agency. Data: NOAA SWPC.
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