Cruise · Collette · 6 nights

Alaska's Northern Lights

Guided dog sledding experience with local musher
Scenic Alaska Railroad journey with mountain and wildlife views
Narrated glacier cruise in Prince William Sound

$7,749 pp twin share

$9,299 pp solo share

6 nights

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Alaska's Northern Lights

Cruise Snapshot

6 Nights

Discover the natural wonders of Alaska, from the northern lights to glaciers and sled dogs, on this immersive 7-day winter adventure

Experience dog sledding and search for the northern lights in Fairbanks
Ride the Alaska Railroad through snow-covered mountains to Talkeetna
Cruise Prince William Sound and see glaciers, otters, and more

Trip Details

Departs: 28 February 2027
Returns: 27 March 2027
Embarks
Operator: Collette

Take a snowy peek into Alaska. Visit the friendly local towns of the last frontier and bond with energetic sled dogs. Experience a winter glacier cruise among drifting icebergs and playful otters. Spend one night at the Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, taking in unparalleled views of Denali and the Alaskan Range. Glimpse into the past at Musk Ox Farm. Search for the northern lights in Fairbanks’ star-filled sky. Step into another time at the Antique Auto Museum, where vintage cars sit between timely artifacts and fashionable designer dresses. Travel via Alaska Railroad, take in a landscape of natural beauty, and connect with a deeply rooted heritage.

$7,749

pp twin share

$9,299

pp solo share

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

28 February 2027

Returns

27 March 2027

Duration

6 nights

From pp twin share

$7,749 pp

From pp solo cabin

$9,299 pp

28 Feb 2027 - 06 Mar 2027
from $7,749 pp twin share / $9,299 pp solo *
02 Mar 2027 - 08 Mar 2027
from $7,749 pp twin share / $9,299 pp solo *
21 Mar 2027 - 27 Mar 2027
from $7,749 pp twin share / $9,299 pp solo *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Fairbanks, Alaska
Your journey starts in Fairbanks, in the great state of Alaska. Originally a gold rush boomtown, it's now known as the “Golden Heart of Alaska.” Due to varied arrivals, there are no group activities planned for today, so enjoy a chance to explore and have dinner on your own.
2
Fairbanks
Feel the brisk air and discover Fairbanks, the perfect combination of nature and civilization. Look into the past at the Antique Auto Museum, where vintage cars sit between timely artifacts and fashionable designer dresses from times gone by. Hop in a car and pose for a perfect souvenir snapshot. In the afternoon, embrace the Iditarod spirit as you step into a sled with an expert guide and glide over the snow with a pack of sled dogs. Stay for dinner at the kennel owner’s home and learn more about what the life of a musher is like. Later this evening, chase the legendary northern lights, considered one of the most amazing natural spectacles in the world. Walk out in the snow under an unspoiled bed of stars and search for the shimmering hues of green.
3
Fairbanks
Enjoy a full day at leisure in the city of Fairbanks. Take this opportunity to relax or flex your sense of adventure with optional excursions: consider flightseeing to the Arctic Circle. Later in the evening, enjoy another chance to spot the northern lights.
4
Fairbanks - Alaska Railroad - Talkeetna
Begin your day hopping on Alaska Railroad’s Snow Train for a full-day journey to Talkeetna. Sit back and relax as you are whisked away, through snow-covered mountains and striking valleys. Have your cameras ready – the train conductor will point out wildlife as you pass by. Lunch is included in the train’s dining car. Check into the iconic Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, perched on a ridge offering unforgettable views of Denali (when conditions allow). Later, perhaps you will spend some time on the lodge’s expansive deck, a great place to search for the northern lights, or just enjoy some hot cocoa by the roaring fireplace in the great room.
5
Talkeetna - Palmer - Anchorage
Start your day with a lecture on the down-to-earth Alaskan lifestyle before taking a step into the past when you visit Musk Ox Farm. Learn about the Musk Ox project – a sustainable domestication effort that has worked to preserve, protect, and increase awareness for these wooly creatures since 1954. Your day concludes in Anchorage, an urban enclave surrounded by wilderness.
6
Anchorage - Winter Glacier Cruise - Anchorage
Head to Whittier and embark on an incomparable glacier cruise of Prince William Sound, narrated by an expert guide. Blue skies collide with stark white glaciers, and playful otters dip in and out of the calm waters. Embrace the sheer magnitude of Alaska’s natural beauty as you venture through a geological wonderland. Feel like a true explorer during a beach landing. Toast to your Alaskan adventure at a farewell dinner in a local restaurant.
7
Anchorage - Tour Ends
Enjoy a relaxing morning before heading to the Anchorage Museum. Alaska’s largest museum tells the story of the states multi-faceted culture and history from many different perspectives. The remainder of your day is at leisure. Your hotel room is available for your use whether your flight is today, tonight, or tomorrow morning.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Hop in a sled and experience dog mushing like a local.
Search for the northern lights in Fairbanks’ star-filled sky.
Visit Musk Ox Farm and learn about the sustainable domestication project.
Peruse antique cars and glamorous fashions of the past at the Antique Auto Museum.
Pass by floating glaciers and playful otters on a winter glacier cruise in Prince William Sound.
Enjoy a scenic ride from Fairbanks to Talkeetna via Alaska Railroad.

Where you’ll stay