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Fairbanks: Moonlight Dog Sled, Dinner & Northern Lights

1. Fairbanks: Moonlight Dog Sled, Dinner & Northern Lights

Experience the beauty and wild side of Alaska. Yanking on their lines and ready to run, your dog team will be anxious to carry you away from your Fairbanks accommodation to this spectacular viewing of the Northern Lights.  Most of the sled ride takes place in an open area so should the Aurora begin early you will have a thrilling view of the sky from the dog sled. The Aurora Borealis is one of the planet's most breathtaking phenomena. In Alaska, a land that stays dark for most of the winter, these spectacular lights bring the sky to life with other-worldly colors that shimmer and dance across the sky. The yurt is only a short drive from Fairbanks but far from the obstructing glare of city lights. Be treated to a hearty midnight dinner in an off-the-grid yurt.  Stay warm with a late salmon dinner and lively conversation in the comfort of your yurt while waiting for the Aurora. The large north-facing windows of your yurt offer the perfect Aurora viewing opportunity. However, should you decide to go outside for photographs or a full view of the sky, you will need to dress in warm layers.

Anchorage: Downtown Food & History Walking Tour

2. Anchorage: Downtown Food & History Walking Tour

Starting in the present day we will “wonder” back through the past to the late 1800s, learning about Anchorage and Alaska through the stories of the individuals who lived here. The tour starts on the back patio of the famous Kobuk Gift Shop. Meet up with your local Alaskan guide who will regale you with their storytelling skills where they share untold Alaskan history, and tell about unique Alaskan characters you won't get on other tours. Walk a bit between the stops and get a feel for the city. Rest assured knowing they'll be plenty of chances to sit and relax as well. Visits to the restaurants and shops will last about 15 to 20 minutes each. Sample a wide range of food and drinks significant to Anchorage's past and present, from seafood to ice cream to Russian dumplings to locally brewed beer. Relax, soak up the atmosphere, and pick up local insights from your guide. The tour ends a few blocks away from the meeting point at a local eatery.

From Ketchikan: Crab Feast Lunch at World Famous Lodge

3. From Ketchikan: Crab Feast Lunch at World Famous Lodge

Delight in a hearty Alaskan three-course lunch at the rustic yet elegant George Inlet Lodge. Relax and savor delicious Dungeness crab in the warmth of the lodge while hearing local tales from your informative host. Meet your host in Ketchikan and travel south to the Lodge which sits on the scenic shores of the George Inlet Waterway. Learn all about the history of the building which was formerly an old cannery bunkhouse built in the 1940s.  Be entertained with stories about the area while you relish your delicious food offerings: Salad with an Asian-style dressing, steaming hot Dungeness crab and mouth-watering cheesecake complete with blueberry toppings! Be ready to enjoy a lively lunching experience which has been described as a "rowdy good time!"

Ketchikan: Lumberjack Show, Driving Tour, and Crab Feast

4. Ketchikan: Lumberjack Show, Driving Tour, and Crab Feast

See Alaska’s frontier lumberjacks battle British Columbia’s premier woodsmen during a lumberjack show at Ketchikan’s Lumberjack Sports Arena. Learn about the area and take photos on a guided drive, then arrive at the rustic George Inlet Lodge for a hearty meal and drinks paired with local stories. Start your trip at the Lumberjack Sports Arena, where all of Ketchikan would, once a year, celebrate their logging heritage at the annual Timber Carnival. Join in this celebration of a bygone era and experience first-hand a rip-roaring good time filled with quality entertainment for all ages. The show reflects upon Southeast Alaska’s rich logging history and comes to life with thrilling displays of strength and agility. See a no-holds-barred competition for the title “Bull of the Woods.” To complement the action, listen to stories of lumberjack history and lore from your host. Meet the jacks after the show for pictures, then loosen your belt and grab your camera as you sightsee your way to the George Inlet Lodge for a meal featuring fresh Dungeness crab and romaine salad with homemade Asian-style dressing, followed by a cheesecake with blueberry topping for dessert. This feast tends to be a very robust gathering and has been called a “rowdy good time.” Your hosts lead you through a panorama of local tall tales, then demonstrate the easiest way to crack your crabs. As you feast, get to know more about this historic building that is now the George Inlet Lodge. There’s no doubt that the pristine coastal setting and the staff at the George Inlet Lodge will deliver an unforgettable Alaskan experience. Before the end of your visit, choose to check out the gift shop to grab a special souvenir (cost not included). 

Juneau: City Highlights Tour

5. Juneau: City Highlights Tour

Begin the tour on a comfortable minibus for a scenic ride past the State Capitol Building, the Governor's House, and the Russian Orthodox Church. Make a stop at the Alaska State Museum where you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Alaskan culture and gain an appreciation for its rich and diverse history. Continue to Douglas Island for gorgeous views and photos of the Juneau coastline and Gastineau Channel. From there you will make a stop at the Macaulay Hatchery, commonly referred to as "DIPAC" by the locals. Learn about the salmon industry, observe various marine life, and watch the salmon run up the ladder, depending on the time of the year. Conclude your tour with a stop at the 50-acre Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure in the Tongass National Forest. Walk through this award-winning botanical garden and admire the flower towers as your guide fills you in on this region's varied ecosystem. Your tour will end near "Deckhand Dave's", the latest go-to food option in Juneau. Receive a voucher for a free serving of the signature rock-fish tacos. This new venue only serves locally caught fish in a fantastic creative way.

Late Night Yurt Dinner and Northern Lights

6. Late Night Yurt Dinner and Northern Lights

Experience the beauty and wild side of Alaska. Spend a night away from Fairbanks and savor a home-cooked cabin dinner before feasting your eyes on the infamous Northern Lights. The aurora borealis is one of the planet's most breathtaking phenomena. In Alaska, a land that stays dark for most of the winter, these spectacular lights bring the sky to life with other-worldly colors that shimmer and dance across the sky. Your yurt is only a short drive from Fairbanks, but far enough to avoid the obstructive glare of city lights. Stay warm with a late dinner (salmon) and lively conversation in the comfort of your cabin while waiting for the aurora. The huge north-facing windows of the cabin offer the perfect viewing opportunity. However, should you decide to go outside for photographs or a full view of the sky, wear layers to keep warm.

Healy: Denali Aurora Quest

7. Healy: Denali Aurora Quest

Search the skies for the Northern Lights on a 3-hour guided tour in the Denali area. The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are one of the world's most spectacular natural phenomenons, and Alaska is one of the best places in the world for viewing. Get picked up from your Healy area accommodation in a 15-passenger, climate-controlled van. Journey away from the lights of town in search for the Northern Lights. The area around Denali makes an ideal spot for stargazing and catching the sometimes elusive Aurora Borealis. Your Alaskan guide will provide commentary and conversation on the area's unique history, formidable climate, dynamic geography, separate scientific facts and fictional myth as you travel to various spots to get the best view.  At each predetermined viewing area, take an opportunity to step outside and stretch your legs, sip a warm complimentary drink, and learn how the Lights are the result of collisions between gaseous particles in the Earth's atmosphere. This bucket list experience will provide multiple photo opportunities with your local guide providing pointers to really capture the moment. The Northern Lights are visible only during the winter months (September to April) and sightings are not guaranteed.

Ketchikan: Wilderness Boat Cruise and Crab Feast Lunch

8. Ketchikan: Wilderness Boat Cruise and Crab Feast Lunch

Journey into the heart of Southeast Alaska and the Tongass National Forest on a boat cruise through the wilderness. Watch as crab pots are pulled up from the waters surrounding Revillagigedo Island, then head to the George Inlet Lodge for a feast centered around Dungeness crab. Meet your host in Ketchikan near the cruise ship docks and hop into an air-conditioned van that will take you to the starting point for your cruise. Once aboard your sightseeing cruise, travel through the Tongass National Forest and Gorge Inlet. Breathe in the fresh air and spectacular scenery as your crew shares stories and the history of this magnificent waterway. If you're feeling adventurous, make sure to volunteer to pull up crab pots from the abundant waters surrounding Revillagigedo Island, overflowing with delicious Dungeness crab. Your cruise brings you to a remote location, where a crab feast awaits at the rustic yet elegant George Inlet Lodge. Sit down to a meal featuring fresh Dungeness crab served with a Romaine salad with homemade dressing. And don't worry, your hosts will be on hand to demonstrate the easiest way to crack your crabs. Sip a complimentary glass of wine or beer along with your meal and round out your feast with a scrumptious cheesecake with blueberry topping for dessert. Your Alaskan wilderness experience comes to an end with a return journey back to the meeting point in Ketchikan. 

Fairbanks: Aurora Ice Fishing Tour

9. Fairbanks: Aurora Ice Fishing Tour

Experience ice fishing on a frozen Alaskan lake on an evening excursion complete with transfers from your hotel. Discover your inner fisher as you catch fish in a warm hut, following tips shared by your experienced guide. See if you can spot the Northern Lights in the night sky. Get picked up from your hotel in Fairbanks and let a local guide take you on a relaxing ice fishing tour. Enjoy a scenic drive to the premier ice fishing spots on selected lakes in the Fairbanks area. Learn the ancient skill of ice fishing from an experienced guide who has been using their successful techniques for many decades. Sit on a beautiful frozen lake and enjoy the clean air and peaceful natural surroundings of Alaska while keeping a lookout for the aurora.

From Seward or Whittier: Guided Craft Tour and Ship Transfer

10. From Seward or Whittier: Guided Craft Tour and Ship Transfer

Ease back into the real world after your Alaska cruise with this beer and sightseeing tour from the Seward cruise port to Anchorage. Join a small group and drive along the National Scenic Byway, through the Kenai peninsula, stopping at various points of interest. Take the aerial tram to the top of Mount Alyeska and visit a brewery, cidery, and distillery all on the way to Anchorage. Enjoy a fully guided tour from the historic port city of Seward through the mountains of the Kenai peninsula along the 114-mile National Scenic Byway, the Seward Highway. Take in the mountain vistas, pristine lakes, and grandeur that is ALASKA on the 1.5 hour ride to our first stop, Alyeska Resort. Revel in a tram ride and lunch atop Mt. Alyeska and behind the scenes tours and tastings at Girdwood Brewing Co., Anchorage Distillery, and Double Shovel Cider Co.

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What people are saying about Alaska

It was amazing, The couple that hosted the dog sled and dinner was great. The dog sled was so much, and the dinner was very good. I wish at dinner time they would actually eat with us. I figure they dont do this for more of a couple experience. But the only complaint I have is, is that we had to leave at 2am. Me and my wife felt like we known this couple for years and where good friends. These are they guys that I would want to hang out with on my free time. Thanks for the good time.

We took the 1pm food tour and we were not disappointed. Dan told excellent stories and kept us in stitches throughout. The food was outstanding. Dan did a wonderful job choosing the restaurants and shops and we could see that he has established long term relationships with the chefs and owners. I live in Anchorage and I will bring my future visitors on this tour.

Before the tour, the team was great about communicating pickup coordination and knowing what to expect. Great guides who gave great info about the lights and knew where to go for optimal chance of viewing. Helped the participants learn to take photos of the night sky using their iPhones or androids. Gave plenty of time at the various stops for viewing the sky.

perfect amount of walking. Loved the morning tour. Coffee stop was okay and I was hoping for bacon and sourdough toast but over all would recommend and Dan told us about great lunch and dinner spots the we checked out and were most 4-5 star experiences. Great first day in Ak trip. Wouldn’t say it was perfect but it was definitely more then 4 stars

Staff arranging and providing the tour are very nice. Places visited were well selected. We enjoyed the tour.