Chena Hot Springs Day Tour
Overview
Sit back, relax, and take in the scenic Alaskan landscape as you're transported 60 miles east of Fairbanks to the famous Chena Hot Springs Resort. Along the way, keep your eyes peeled—you may spot moose, foxes, or even beavers in their natural habitat.
Start your visit with a tour of the Aurora Ice Museum, home to stunning ice sculptures made from over 1,000 tons of ice and snow. Feeling adventurous? Try an optional Appletini in a hand-carved ice glass (21+, not included).
Then, soak in the resort’s natural hot springs, explore scenic trails, or tour the greenhouse and geothermal energy facilities.
Hungry? The on-site restaurant offers fresh Alaskan seafood and produce (meal not included). Before returning to Fairbanks, stop by the gift shop for locally made souvenirs.
PLEASE NOTE:
You are eligible for a full refund up to 7 days before your tour.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up
- Hotel drop-off
- Admission to the Ice museum and Hot Springs
- Transportation to/from Chena Hot Springs
- Driver/guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (restaurant and cafe/snack bar is available at the location.
Meeting and Pickup
We will contact you the day before your tour with your exact pickup time.We can only pick up from hotels within the Fairbanks City-Limits. We cannot pick up from the airport.If you are staying at an Air BnB or outside of city limits, please contact the office via email or phone call.
What To Expect
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Chena Hot Springs Resort
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Aurora Ice Museum
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- If going in the hot springs, you will need a bathing suit. You may also wish to bring rubber shoes and a towel. Towels are available at a cost of $5.
- Lockers are available and take 2 quarters (50 cents). A change machine is on-site if required.
- Photo ID is required to purchase an Appletini in the Ice Museum or other alcoholic beverages in the restaurant/bar.
- Children under 18 and pregnant guests are not allowed in the outdoor rock pool, but may use the indoor pools.
- Our vans are not wheelchair accessible. However, we have enough room for a foldable one and the Hot Springs are wheelchair accessible. Please contact us before booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Cancellation for a full refund is possible if the minimum capacity is not reached or due to dangerous road conditions.
- Every guest must sign a waiver before any tour so they clearly acknowledge the inherent risks of wilderness travel, assume responsibility for their own safety, and confirm they are medically able to participate.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5957P9
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