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CHENA HOT SPRINGS DAY TOUR

WHERE ADVENTURE MEETS RELAXATION

Quick Details

  • Category: Summer Tours
  • Duration: 8 hours

Coffee Inclusions: 

  • Pick-Up/Drop-Off from hotels within Fairbanks city limits.
    • if you are staying at an Air BnB, please contact the office
  • Entrance to the Aurora Ice Museum
  • Admission to the Hot Springs
  • Geothermal Energy Tour

Info Note:

  • Children under 18 are not permitted to go into the outdoor rock pool but can use the indoor pool under adult supervision.
  • Pick-Ups commence between 9:00am and 9:30am.
  • You will be contacted the day before your tour with your pick up time.

 

Adult

Adult 18 years and over

$ 230

Children

Age 12 and under

$ 195

Tour Description:

Escape the city and unwind in one of Alaska’s most beloved destinations: Chena Hot Springs Resort. This full-day adventure combines natural beauty, relaxation, and fascinating local innovation.

Enjoy a scenic 60-mile journey from Fairbanks through Alaska’s wilderness, where moose, foxes, or beavers might make an appearance. Upon arrival, step inside the Aurora Ice Museum, an extraordinary year-round structure made entirely of over 1,000 tons of ice and snow. Admire stunning ice carvings and, if you’d like, sip an Appletini from a hand-carved ice glass at the famous ice bar (optional, 21+).

Next, savor a delicious lunch at the resort restaurant (optional, not included), featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients from their on-site greenhouse. Then slip into your swimsuit and soak in the natural hot springs, where mineral-rich water, kept at a soothing 106°F (41°C), offer the ultimate rejuvenation for body and soul.

For those curious about sustainability, you can also join an optional geothermal and greenhouse tour to learn how the resort harnesses renewable energy to power its facilities.

As the afternoon winds down, stroll the tranquil grounds or browse the gift shop before regrouping with your guide for the scenic return to Fairbanks.

 

Tour Highlights:

  • Enjoy a scenic 60-mile drive from town to the famous Chena Hot Springs Resort
  • Explore the incredible Aurora Ice Museum and its dazzling ice carvings.
  • Soak in the natural hot springs, renowned for their healing mineral waters.
  • Optional lunch and drinks at the resort’s farm-to-table restaurant.
  • Learn about the resort’s renewable geothermal energy on an optional tour.

 

Important Information:

Outdoor Rock Pool

  • The outdoor rock pool reaches temperatures of up to 106°F (41°C) and is not recommended for individuals with heart conditions or other heat-sensitive medical concerns.
  • Please note that no lifeguard is on duty, and guests enter the springs at their own risk.
  • Towels are not provided. We recommend bringing your own.

 

What to Bring:

  • Warm, layered clothing suitable for subarctic temperatures
  • Insulated winter boots or other warm, weather-appropriate footwear
  • Camera or smartphone to capture photos of the Aurora

 

Things to Note:

  • A minimum of 3 guests is required for this tour to operate.
  • Pets are not permitted on this tour.

 

 

Fasinating property and amazing hot water access TripAdvisor

We were given a tour of the property explaining all the buildings. The greenhouse is where they grow all their lettuce and tomatoes for the restaurant. There are several hiking trails to follow.The Hot Springs really felt good. Don't forget flip flops or shower shoes as you have to leave the shoes you are wearing in the lobby before checking in.The restaurant was excellent and the gift shop contained items they make with their 3-d printer onsite. We spent about 4 hours there and it was well worth our time.

– Carole L
Chena Hot Springs TripAdvisor

Very scenic trip from start to finish our guide miss Jean was very kind and talkative. The Chena hot springs is a epic place to soak in the water.

– joshua b
Great Experience! TripAdvisor

Jean did a wonderful job of showing us around Chena hot springs and the Alaskan wildlife in between. Loved it!

– Adventure62043825241
Great Experience in Fairbanks TripAdvisor

We had a wonderful day at the Chena Hot Springs. We were disappointed the Ice Museaum was shut down. The Hot Springs was wonderful. The restaurant was great. All of the staff was friendly. The restaurant menu was extensive, and the food was delicious. We were facinated by the use of thermal energy used for the green houses and to power the resort. Our guide Tony was very good. As a native Alaskan, he was very knowledgeable and informative.

– Loves2Travel
Do It!! TripAdvisor

Kathy was a great tour guide, she made sure the trip was a fun and knowledgeable one. Throughout the ride to Hot Springs, Kathy stopped for Wildlife sightings and shared a ton of information about Fairbanks and things we saw along the way. Would definitely recommend it!

– Sana
Amazing Day Trip from Fairbanks TripAdvisor

This was an awesome day trip from Fairbanks. The ice museum was interesting, and the hot springs were amazing to soak in. Our guide Tony was the highlight of the tour as he made the hour plus drive from Fairbanks go by with his stories of the area. Additionally he pointed out wildlife on the way, and even pulled over so we could see a moose. Overall a great day trip from Fairbanks.

– Jared R

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