Alaska Collection

Arctic Circle Aurora Fly/Drive Adventure

Discover an Arctic Alaska adventure of a lifetime as you venture through the Far North tundra.

Your grand adventure begins a scenic flightseeing tour from Fairbanks, flying you over the Gates of the Arctic National Park and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge on your way to Coldfoot, a remote pipeline camp nestled in the Brooks Mountain Range.

Continue down the scenic Dalton Highway renowned for its utility during the construction of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline. From the comfort of touring vans you will witness the impressive Yukon River and learn about it storied past, view the remarkable Trans-Alaska Pipeline, and visit the Arctic Circle Trading Post in Joy Alaska where you'll receive a personal certificate for crossing the Arctic Circle.

As the skies darken, watch for the ever-spectacular array of lights from the Aurora Borealis dance overhead on your return drive to Fairbanks.

Highlights

Highlights

  • Get a bird’s eye view soaring above Arctic Alaska
  • Catch the stunning natural Northern Lights phenomenon
  • Ceremoniously cross the Arctic Circle and receive an official certificate
  • Explore the exciting Coldfoot Camp
  • Witness the thundering Yukon River
  • Visit the famous Trans-Alaska Pipeline
Getting Here

Located on the East Ramp of the Fairbanks International Airport, the terminal for Northern Alaska Tour Company can be found at 3820 University Avenue, just beyond the Flight Control Tower. There is a large sign on top of the building and by the front door that says ‘Northern Alaska Tour Company’.

Guests without their own transportation will want to check with their hotel shuttle service or utilize one of the 24 hour taxi services available in Fairbanks to reach the Departure terminal.

GPS Coordinates: 

Driving here in a car with GPS? Enter the following coordinates into your GPS unit: Latitude 64.48"N and Longitude -147.51"W.

Why Choose Pursuit?

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Every person you meet from the first phone call to our tour guides and hotel staff are local experts

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We own and operate some of the top tours and lodges in Alaska’s most iconic locations

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Our tours take you farther than any other in Alaska, so you'll see the most secluded and pristine places

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We live with a passion for place and a sincere desire to create life-changing experiences

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