Alaskan Heritage & Sightseeing Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- University of Alaska Museum of the North
- Trans-Alaska Pipeline Viewpoint
- Santa Claus House in North Pole, Alaska
- Historic downtown Fairbanks
- Scenic Chena River views
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Visit to the University of Alaska Museum of the North
- Exploration of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Viewpoint
- Experience at the Santa Claus House in North Pole, Alaska
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
You will visit the Alyeska Pipeline and learn about the great history of the pipeline.
Alaska Native cultures, natural wonders, and diverse wildlife. Discover 2,000 years of Alaska art. The museum's displays are the best summary to Alaska’s diverse wildlife, people, and lands. View original installations about Alaska's dinosaurs and the study made possible by their collections. Experience breathtaking architecture and views of the Alaska Range. This museum is as unique as the Arctic cultures we celebrate.
The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitor Center is located on the banks of the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks. Named after an Alaska native and political leader, this community center celebrates native Alaskan culture and natural history through interesting exhibits, indigenous art and tools and life-sized panoramas depicting Alaska’s wildlife and landscapes throughout the seasons.
You can't visit North Pole and miss "the man" himself. Real reindeer and an incredible assortment of Christmas goodies and gifts, along with fudge, cookies and ice cream.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; please inform the operator of any special needs in advance.
- Tour may be subject to change due to weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
Know before you go
- Dress in layers to accommodate varying temperatures throughout the day.
- Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and unique sites.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for various terrains.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
- A minimum number of 2 people is required to run this tour. If minimum capacity is not met, you will be offered an alternative or provided with a full refund.
Traveler reviews
Expectations were met and exceeded throughout our tour!
The amazing staff guided the tour specially for our group and adjusted as needed for our friends with limited mobility. The van driver fed the energy and kept our eyes and ears engaged. They were diligent to follow up during activities to ensure we all enjoyed the experiences for as much or as little as we wanted to engage. A superb tour group I would use again and recommend to all who are visiting the area.
Relaxed
Informative, lots of variety an get to travel around Fairbanks. Bonus was to see moose. Blake tour guide was friendly.
Heritage tour, fair banks.
Our guide Savvy was very, very good personable and knowledgeable. The Van was quite comfortable. There was only one admission fee which the guide paid for at the college museum of the north. To us, this stop was a waste of time and money. The other stops where very good with the pipeline being questionable. Tour ran about 1 hour more than advertised. All in all a good tour and a decent price worth the money.
We found the museum at...
We found the museum at the college. Pretty dull. Other than that, almost everything was pretty okay. Pipeline fifty-fifty.
Super fun afternoon
Wonderful, Wonderful experience. Savvy is Uber knowledgeable, friendly, and connects well with her passengers.