Discover the ethereal beauty of Alaska’s famous celestial display, the Aurora Borealis, see impressive ice carvings and experience the State’s ancient healing waters on an evening trip from Fairbanks. Sit back and relax and enjoy the 60 mile journey to Chena Hot Springs Resort. After arrival, take a guided tour of the Aurora Ice museful. Then enjoy some dinner in the resort's restaurant (not included in price) and take a dip in the outdoor mineral rock pool or just explore the grounds while you wait to see if the lights appear. Your guide will lead your group out to the springs and explain the most ideal viewing locations, where you can wait for a chance to glimpse the multicolored display in the sky. Round-trip transport from Fairbanks or North Pole hotels, entry to the ice museum and hot springs is included.
Note: the resort does not allow children under 18 in the outside rock pool. However, they may use the indoor pool under adult supervision.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guided tour of the Aurora Ice Museum
- Local Guide
- Access to Chena Hot Springs Resort's hot springs, hot tubs and swimming area
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food & drinks
- Towels (available for $5 from the hot springs or you can bring your own)
- Bottled water
Languages spoken by guide
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in cold weather conditions; please dress appropriately