Bettles Lodge & Arctic Alaska | Aurora Wilderness Journey

Day 1 Anchorage | Arrival Upon arrival in Anchorage, transfer at your own cost to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights.

Day 2 Anchorage to Fairbanks | Alaska Railroad Today you’ll have the chance to experience a scenic winter Alaska railroad trip aboard the Aurora Winter Train. You’ll ride in a heated railcar with comfortable seats, large picture windows, and onboard dining options. The full-day railroad trip follows the same backcountry stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train and offers spectacular views of the pristine snow-covered landscape and North America’s highest mountain peak. The train will stop as needed in Talkeetna, Healy, and Nenana before arriving at Fairbanks.

Day 3 Fairbanks to Bettles Lodge | Flight Today, fly across the great interior region of Alaska landing 35 miles across the Arctic Circle in the remote outpost of Bettles. The area surrounding Bettles boasts the clearest weather days in the entire state and sits directly below the Aurora Band which increases opportunities to witness the Northern Lights first-hand. Enjoy a brief tour of the Bettles area in the afternoon, then after dinner step outside and watch the Northern Lights from the Aurora viewing cabin. (Dinner is included)

Days 4 - 5 Bettles Lodge Spend two peaceful days immersed in the remote beauty of Alaska’s Arctic wilderness at Bettles Lodge. Embrace the stillness as you explore at your own pace—glide along snow-covered trails by snowshoe or cross-country skis (weather permitting), or opt for unforgettable Arctic adventures like dog sledding, snowmobiling, flightseeing, or ice fishing (available at an additional cost). Warm winter gear is available at the lodge for your comfort. As night falls, bundle up and head outside for another chance to witness the awe-inspiring aurora borealis shimmer and swirl above the untouched northern landscape. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 6 Bettles Lodge to Fairbanks | Flight Breakfast is your last included meal at the lodge before returning to Fairbanks by small plane. The rest of your day is at leisure to enjoy Fairbanks. (Breakfast is included).

Day 7 Fairbanks | Departure Upon check-out of your hotel, it’s now time to say goodbye to your magical Alaskan aurora rail adventure.

Day 1 Fairbanks | Arrival Upon arrival in Fairbanks, transfer at your own cost to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights.

Day 2 Fairbanks to Bettles Lodge | Flight Today fly across the great interior region of Alaska landing 35 miles across the Arctic Circle in the remote outpost of Bettles. The area surrounding Bettles boasts the most clear weather days in the entire state, and sits directly below the Aurora Band ever-increasing opportunities to witness the Northern Lights first-hand.This afternoon enjoy a brief tour of the Bettles area. After dinner, step outside and enjoy the Northern Lights or watch from the Aurora viewing cabin. (Dinner is included)

Days 3 - 4 Bettles Lodge Spend two peaceful days immersed in the remote beauty of Alaska’s Arctic wilderness at Bettles Lodge. Embrace the stillness as you explore at your own pace—glide along snow-covered trails by snowshoe or cross-country skis (weather permitting), or opt for unforgettable Arctic adventures like dog sledding, snowmobiling, flightseeing, or ice fishing (available at an additional cost). Warm winter gear is available at the lodge for your comfort. As night falls, bundle up and head outside for another chance to witness the awe-inspiring aurora borealis shimmer and swirl above the untouched northern landscape. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner included)

Day 5 Bettles Lodge to Fairbanks | Flight Breakfast is your last included meal at the lodge before returning to Fairbanks by small plane. The rest of your day is at leisure to enjoy Fairbanks. (Breakfast is included).

Day 6 Fairbanks to Anchorage | Alaska Railroad Today you’ll have the chance to experience a scenic winter Alaska railroad trip aboard the Aurora Winter Train. You’ll ride in a heated railcar with comfortable seats, large picture windows, and onboard dining options. The full-day railroad trip follows the same backcountry stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train and offers spectacular views of the pristine snow-covered landscape and North America’s highest mountain peak. The train will stop as needed in Nenana, Healy and Talkeetna before arriving at Anchorage.

Day 7 Anchorage | Departure Upon check-out of your hotel, it’s now time to say goodbye to your magical Alaskan aurora rail adventure.