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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

“That was the best experience I’ve ever had in my life, Savvy was amazing, she has so many interesting stories and information We went to the ice museum then had a dinner together with the group, tried the hot Springs and saw the northern lights.…”

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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

“Our guidee - Amanda - was very knowledgeable and engaging. She coordinated our visit to the hot springs very well. And she was a great driver!”

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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

“Greg was awesome and very knowledgeable about ice fishing and the northern lights. We caught fish and Greg cleaned and cooked them to perfection. Highly recommend this experience, thanks Greg.”

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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

“Zack was considerate and thoughtful. He made stops so we could see the northern lights when they were active.”

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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

“Experience at Chena Hotspring was excellent. Our driver Christopher arrivd on time to pick us up. He spoke about his life and Fairbanks during the trip. The Ice museum was extraordinary. The Martini in an ice glass added the experience. Then my wife and I…”

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10.Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs Soak and Ice Museum Tour

Experience Alaska’s Midnight Sun with this 6-hour guided tour from Fairbanks featuring Chena Hot Springs, an Ice Museum, and wildlife sightings—all at $180.

★ 5.0

“Kevin was an amazing tour guide. He made the whole experience ten times better, he was great at explaining things and made everyone feel like family. Overall, it was a great night and an amazing 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

“Good shuttle service to and from Chena Hot Springs. Chofer arrived on time at our hotel and was very courteous. He also arrived on time to pick us up (we had 4 hours to visit and do whatever we chose). Entry to Chena was included…”

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13.Fairbanks: Chena Hot Springs Day Tour

Discover the magic of Alaska with a full-day trip to Chena Hot Springs, featuring the Aurora Ice Museum, mineral hot springs, and scenic wildlife views.

★ 4.9

“Really enjoyed our experience at Chena Hot Springs. Guide was friendly and knowledgeable, we had plenty of time to explore the ice museum, dog kennels, and take a long soak in the hot springs.”

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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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