Alaska
Alaska, the largest and northernmost state in the United States, is a land of breathtaking natural beauty and rugged wilderness. Known for its vast landscapes, it boasts towering mountain ranges like the Alaska Range, home to Denali, the highest peak in North America. Alaska's coastline stretches for over 6,600 miles, featuring stunning fjords, glaciers, and abundant wildlife, including bears, moose, and bald eagles. The state experiences long, harsh winters with snow-covered landscapes and short, intense summers where the sun barely sets. Rich in Native Alaskan cultures and history, Alaska also holds a significant place in the American imagination as a frontier land, offering both adventure and solitude to those who seek it.
3 - 4 January
- Anchorage, AK | 1 night | Hotel Captain Cook
4 - 6 January
- Fairbanks, AK | 3 nights | Borealis Basecamp
7 - 10 January
- Delta Junction, AK | 4 nights | The Lodge at Black Rapids
11 - 12 January
- Fairbanks, AK | 1 night | Pikes Waterfront Lodge
In January, Alaska experiences some of its coldest and most extreme weather conditions. Coastal areas, like a few major cities, are slightly milder due to the moderating influence of the ocean, with temperatures ranging from 10°F to 30°F (-12°C to -1°C). Snow blankets much of the state, and daylight is scarce, especially in the northern regions, where the sun barely rises above the horizon. Despite the conditions, the winter landscape is strikingly beautiful, with frost-covered trees, snow-covered mountains, and the northern lights often dancing in the dark skies, offering a stunning display of natural beauty.
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Welcome to Anchorage!
Once you land, collect your luggage and meet your driver.
Receive a personal greeting and luggage assistance followed by a private transfer to your hotel in Anchorage.
Settle into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon/evening at your own pace.
Why we love it for you? The Hotel Captain Cook is a prestigious Historic Hotel of America that features a huge range of art, shopping, and dining throughout the property. It is located in the heart of downtown Anchorage, which is considered the cultural hub of Alaska, and walkable to many more restaurants, shopping centers, museums, and galleries. Each of the rooms features stunning views of the surrounding landscape and classic decor with artistic features throughout. Warm, welcoming, and historic, this hotel will be a perfect home away from home during your Alaskan vacation.
- Classic Styles with Warm Earthy Tones
- King Sized Bed
- Stunning Views
- Daily Breakfast
Get ready for a day in the comfort of a warm rail car. Travel from Anchorage to Fairbanks for the first leg of your trip.
Experience the serenity of back country Alaska, complete with comfortable seats, large picture windows, and on board dining. On a clear day, a spectacular view of Denali rises above the Susitna River and anywhere along the tracks, a watchful eye may be rewarded with the sight of a moose in the wild. Traverse through thick blankets of snow over pristine landscapes as you travel past Denali National Park and through untouched wilderness on your way to Fairbanks.
Departure: Morning
Arrival: Evening
Passage Includes:
- Confirmed seat with expansive windows
- On board dining and bar service available in the Wilderness Cafe
A private transfer will be provided to Borealis Basecamp, located approximately one hour from Fairbanks.
Why we love it for you? The Borealis Basecamp is a premier eco-lodge located approximately 30 miles north of Fairbanks, Alaska: the “Aurora Capital” of the world. Borealis Basecamp is the only place in Alaska that was designed with the Aurora Borealis in mind - each of their unique accommodations are strategically built and placed on the property for excellent aurora viewing. They are on a ridgeline, far from any light pollution, which gives you the best possible chance to catch the dancing lights. The Basecamp’s small size provides a uniquely personal viewing experience that is unmatched elsewhere in Alaska.
- European-Style Interior
- Full Baths
- Queen Sized Bed
Each dome is designed for two or three people and is furnished with an en-suite bathroom, kitchenette, and a simple yet elegant Northern European design that beckons you to relax.
Featuring a unique clear ceiling and large private deck, this modern igloo will give you ultimate flexibility to view the Aurora Borealis. Two twin beds or a king bed can be requested for your stay.
During the day, while awaiting the next aurora show, the base camp offers quintessential Alaskan activities right out of your igloo’s front door.
Winter visitors will find winter gear and snow shoes available for exploring Alaska’s backcountry. Other options include dog mushing, snow machining, or aurora photography lessons given by a local expert. Those visiting in the fall or spring can experience adventure activities such as ATV tours through the boreal forest and dog cart rides. Nightly aurora viewing is available fall through spring at the Base Camps’ Alaskan made yurt where hot drinks are offered to keep you warm.
Meals at Borealis Basecamp are served in their on-site restaurant, Latitude 65. Enjoy picture-perfect views of the Wickersham Dome and the White Mountains as you eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner in this one-of-a-kind yurt.
Breakfast is included and features a continental spread with fresh juice, coffee, and tea. Lunch and dinner are available for purchase and guests can enjoy local flavors with a European twist. Fresh and hearty meals are perfect after a day of Alaskan adventure. If you are looking for a private dining experience, any meal option can be ordered and delivered to your igloo.
Start your day off by experiencing Alaska's state sport, dog mushing.
Dog mushing is Alaska’s state sport, and as a guest at the Borealis Basecamp, you can experience the thrill of being pulled in a sled by a dog team. You will learn all about life along the rugged trail as you travel along a section of the 800-mile TransAlaskan Pipeline.
Tour Length: Approximately one hour
Tour Includes:
- A guide who will lead the dogs along the path.
- A chance to take pictures with the sled and sled dogs.
- You will be provided with snow pants, a winter jacket, and mittens.
Spend the rest of your afternoon exploring the
Basecamp at your leisure. Be prepared for a portrait session at the Basecamp later in the afternoon.
Don't miss out on the photo opportunity of a lifetime! Let a professional aurora portrait photographer take the guesswork out of getting the best portrait possible under the Northern Lights. The ease and comfort of being able to step out of your igloo and take photos close by will ensure a comfortable evening, so you can look your very best for your aurora portraits.
Start Time: Late night
Tour Includes:
- A professional aurora portrait photographer.
- 30 or more pictures per session.
Please note that the northern lights cannot be guaranteed. If the northern lights are not out for your photo session, your group can try for a sunrise session instead.
- European-Style Interior
- Full Baths
- Queen Sized Bed
Good morning and get ready for a full day of snowmachine adventures!
Experience the beautiful White Mountains in Alaska's backcountry on this all-inclusive tour. Gear up with an experienced guide and ride next to the TransAlaskan Pipeline! You'll then continue onto Wickersham Dome, an incredible lookout point nestled in the White Mountains. Once there, your personal tour guide will prepare a hot lunch to warm you up. Check out the beautiful scenery before returning back to Basecamp.
Tour Departure: Morning
Tour Length: 4-6 Hours
Tour Includes:
- A professional guide throughout your tour.
- Instruction for how to drive the snowmachine.
- Snow gear including parka, bibs, overboots, & mittens
- Snacks, hot drinks, water and lunch are provided.
Relax in the wood fired Basecamp sauna for a private one-hour session! The rental includes complimentary robes for everyone in your party for the duration.
- European-Style Interior
- Full Baths
- Queen Sized Bed
Today you will travel from Borealis Basecamp to Fairbanks where you will get to spend the day relaxing at The Lodge at Black Rapids.
A private transfer will be provided back to Fairbanks. The drive is approximately 2.5 hours.
Why we love it for you? The Lodge at
Black Rapids offers a truly magical remote wilderness experience. This small, family-owned lodge lies along the Richardson Highway, providing quick access to a number of uniquely Alaskan activities. Summer excursions include flightseeing, hiking, fishing, and more. Winter excursions include skiing, snowshoeing, snow machining and dog mushing. Adventure tours include geological, cultural, fauna and wildlife education. No matter what time of year, you will enjoy this intimate, unique, and comfortable experience in remote Alaska.
Lodge at Black Rapids
- Room 5
- Queen Sized Bed
- Pull-out Twin
- European Balcony with French Doors
For your 5 day/4 night stay, your package includes a range of different activities. Anything from guided hikes to exhilarating dog mushing, and sightseeing both by car and plane. If you prefer a more tailored experience, you can opt for guided hikes of varying durations, perfect for accommodating your interests. This all included roundtrip transportation.
Get ready for a day full of snowshoeing and skiing, and a night chasing the light of the auroras.
Skiing and snowshoeing are available for anyone who wants to just walk out
of the lodge and onto the trail. Our winter trails serve as guided access to the
quartz-streaked bluff that dominates the eastern ridgeline far above the lodge. Beginning, intermediate, and expert groomed trails provide quick access to
some of the most pristine areas of the Alaska range. Trail maps for unguided
guests are available. Skiing and snowshoe equipment is available for rent for
the unguided guests.
Your guide will keep an eye on weather and aurora conditions throughout the day and if there is a chance of seeing the auroras from somewhere within driving distance of the lodge will take you on a late-night aurora chase! There are several vantage points north and south of the lodge that offer remarkable viewing of the lights. Your guide will bring quality equipment for photographing the auroras and will share the images with you.
Lodge at Black Rapids
- Room 5
- Queen Sized Bed
- Pull-out Twin
- European Balcony with French Doors
Today, you are in charge of choosing which adventure you'd like to participate in.
- Back Country Skiing
- Exploring the Ice Caves
- Snowshoeing
- Flightseeing
Winter voyages and escapades in Alaska offer a spectacle like no other. Witness glaciers and mountains in their most majestic winter attire. Spring ski escapades and glacier discoveries surpass the limits of your imagination. On a flightseeing journey, we'll soar past awe-inspiring glaciers, offering you breathtaking vistas and the opportunity to observe wildlife in their natural surroundings. If snowfall has been generous, we can provide an exciting option for a glacier landing, followed by an exhilarating backcountry skiing adventure!
Lodge at Black Rapids
- Room 5
- Queen Sized Bed
- Pull-out Twin
- European Balcony with French Doors
If you haven't had your fill of adventure just yet, spend the day searching for wildlife of the high arctic apline country.
Wildlife experts from the University of Alaska will educate about the identities and habits of the hardy but frequently invisible inhabitants of this land of ice and snow. Guests will learn to identify the tracks and trails of secretive neighbors and forever change the way they look at the forested hills surrounding the Lodge.
The rest of your day is meant for you to relax and enjoy at your leisure.
Lodge at Black Rapids
- Room 5
- Queen Sized Bed
- Pull-out Twin
- European Balcony with French Doors
Spend your morning contemplating this special place before returning to Fairbanks for the remainder of your trip.
You will be transported by a private vehicle as you explore the areas around the town of Fairbanks. The drive is approximately 2.5 hours.
Enjoy spectacular views of winter in Alaska from the air on this flight seeing tour. Depart from Fairbanks and fly south to Denali National Park, passing the Alaska Range mountains. Fly past Denali, the highest peak in North America. Return to Fairbanks and look for wildlife against the frozen tundra from the air.
Tour Length: Approximately 2 hours
Tour Includes:
- An experienced pilot providing narration throughout
- Approximately 1.5 hour flight seeing tour of North America's tallest mountain
- Guaranteed window seat
Why we love it for you? This popular hotel on the shores of the scenic Chena River is filled with Alaskan Lodge décor and extensive amenities throughout the property. In the
winter, guests can visit the Aurora Conservatory, enjoy a riverside fire, or
watch an aurora themed film in the hotel's 14-seat movie theater. The lodge features the local onsite favorite restaurant, that has an outdoor patio overlooking the river. Inside the Lodge, you will find a roaring fireplace with a display of Iditarod Dog Mushing history, a spacious lobby with Alaskan art, a 24-hour gift shop, and an aromatherapy steam room. A
fantastic location to explore Fairbanks featuring many fun and diverse amenities on the property, the Pike's Waterfront Lodge is the ideal place to call home while visiting the Golden Heart City.
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
- Chena River View Deluxe Room
- Private Balcony
- King Sized Bed
- Daily Breakfast
Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end...
Your private driver will bring you to the Fairbanks International Airport in time for your departure flight.
Thank you for travelling with us. We hope you had a fantastic trip and we wish you a safe flight home!
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