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15 Best Chena Hot Springs Tours

The Chena runs from Fairbanks: the rock lake’s steaming water at air temperatures that freeze hair mid-soak, the ice museum’s year-round carvings and aurora add-ons after dark. Soaking under the lights is the Fairbanks double feature.

1.Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Tour from Fairbanks

Discover the best of Fairbanks with this Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs tour. Enjoy ice sculptures, hot springs, and potential Aurora sightings.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Great experience! Kathy was an excellent guide who made sure we had everything we needed and enjoyed the trip. The hot springs were transcendent and the ice museum was super cool. Definitely worth your time even if you’re only in Alaska for a little bit!…”

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2.Chena Hot Springs Tour

Discover Alaska’s natural hot springs, ice sculptures, and geothermal energy on an 8-hour Fairbanks tour—perfect for those seeking unique wilderness experiences.

★ 5.0

“The tour was fantastic, our guide Jean was knowledgeable and patient. Loved the igloo and the hot springs, they truly are healing waters. Jean is also a safe driver and explains things along the drive in a professional manner. Would definitely do this tour again!!”

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3.Quick and Easy Ice Fishing at Chena Lake

Experience authentic Alaskan ice fishing at Chena Lake with heated shelters, expert guides, and a delicious grilled fish dinner—perfect for beginners and families alike.

★ 5.0

“Fun experience, few very close calls catching fish. They were definitely down there. Dasha was awesome!”

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4.Chena Hot Springs Day Tour from Fairbanks

Experience relaxation and unique sights on a full-day tour from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs and the Ice Museum, with guided tours and scenic views.

★ 4.5

“We had a wonderful time on the ride to and from Chena Hot Springs with our guide Joe. He took such great care of us! While at Chena, there were so many activities for us to do!! Above all, we got to see 2 moose…”

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5.Northern Lights and Chena Hot Springs Night Tour from Fairbanks

Experience the magic of Alaska’s night sky with this guided tour to Chena Hot Springs from Fairbanks, including ice museum visits and Northern Lights viewing.

★ 4.5

“Ed, our driver/guide was amazing! On the way there and while waiting for the Aurora, he told us about the source of the Aurora, interesting facts about bears, moose and caribu. Being a biologist, his explanations were great. As for the resort, the ice castle…”

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6.From Fairbanks: Chena Hot Springs Northern Lights Tour

Experience Alaska’s stunning Aurora Borealis and relax in soothing hot springs on an evening tour from Fairbanks, including ice museum visits and expert guides.

★ 4.2

“Ken, our tour guide was excellent and explained the plants and animals on the way to Chena. We could see Moose in a lake. It was a wonderfull tour reaching all highlights. The Ice hotel is amazing and not to be missed. At the end…”

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8.Fire & Ice: Chena Hot Springs, Ice Museum + Aurora Adventure

Experience Alaska’s magic with a full evening of hot springs, ice sculptures, and the chance to see the Northern Lights, guided by experts for maximum enjoyment.

★ 5.0

“Gina was an amazing guide! She is thoughtful, a great communicator, and truly cares about giving you the best experience. I had never seen the Northern lights before, and Gina stayed a little extra long to ensure we did! It was an forgettable experience!”

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12.Chena Hot Springs Round Trip Tour

Discover the Chena Hot Springs Round Trip Tour from Fairbanks, featuring relaxing hot springs, a scenic drive, and the chance to see the Northern Lights in season.

★ 4.0

“Driver/Guide was excellent, friendly and knowledgeable. He presented all the information requested in a timely manner and was very flexible to accommodate our needs.”

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15.Chena Hot Spring Day Trip

Discover the relaxing Chena Hot Springs day trip from Fairbanks, combining natural mineral baths, the unique Ice Museum, and scenic Alaskan views for a memorable outing.

“Chena is touristy, but worth going to see. The drive from Fairbanks was long and the driver spoke over a mic in Chinese only. It should be disclosed the tour would be in Chinese. The second van in our tour had a driver that spoke…”

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