7-Nights Alaska in Winter: Northern Lights & Dog Sledding Adventure - Classic from $3,199
G Adventures
OFFER ID 1612850
Alaska in Winter: Northern Lights & Dog Sledding Adventure
Winter in Alaska - a remote, snow-covered wonderland - might seem intimidating, but this 8-day adventure will win over even the most dedicated sun worshipper. Kick things off in Anchorage, where you’ll explore cultural landmarks and dive into the stories of Alaska’s Indigenous peoples at the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Then, it’s time for some serious fun: go dog sledding with Iditarod champion pups and learn to mush like a pro. Hop aboard the Aurora Winter Train and glide through the frozen tundra to Fairbanks. Walk across the shimmering surface of Matanuska Glacier, visit the festive town of North Pole, and chase the Northern Lights on a thrilling nighttime expedition. Top it all off with a soak in the steamy Chena Hot Springs, and you’ve got a winter adventure you’ll never forget.
Highlights
Bask in Alaska’s incredible winter wonderland climate, Walk on the icy blue surface of the Matanuska Glacier, Practice your mushing skills during a dog sled excursion with champions of Alaska’s famous Iditarod, Soak in the warm soothing waters of Chena Hot Springs, Set out on a Northern Lights tracking mission in the Alaskan wilderness, Ride a train through the frozen winter tundra to Fairbanks
Accomodation
This trip uses comfortable 3 star hotels/lodges and a hot spring resort, all well located. Our chosen hotels vary in size, character, and amenities, but are of a very good standard, and the rooms are double occupancy with a private bathroom.
Please note hotels in Alaska may be a bit more rustic or dated than hotels at the same accommodation level in the rest the states.
Group Leader
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The CEO will be the group manager, leader and driver - this person is experienced in the routes travelled and will organize and lead the meal preparations and has experience in cooking a variety of local and international dishes for large groups.
As the group coordinator and manager, the aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. They will also offer suggestions for things to do and to see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends.
We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.
Group Size Notes
Max 13, avg. 10
Meals Included
7 breakfasts
What's Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group.
Eagle River Nature Center trail walking. Alaska Native Heritage Center visit. Matanuska Glacier guided tour. Iditarod Dog Sledding excursion. Ride on the Aurora Winter Train between Talkeetna and Fairbanks. Reindeer Farm visit. Northern Lights Viewing Tour. Chena Hot Springs. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
7 nights from $3,199 per person
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
Dossier Disclaimer
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary. VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission. Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
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