Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs Soak and Ice Museum Tour
Description
At Heart of Alaska Tours, we believe the best way to experience Alaska is with someone who truly calls it home. We're a locally owned small business, not a large tour company running guests through a script. When you travel with us, you're not just another seat on a bus. We keep our groups small so we can share the places, stories, and experiences that made us fall in love with Alaska in the first place. Our guides have spent years exploring Alaska's backroads, trails, wildlife areas, and small towns. We know where to stop for the best views, where wildlife is often seen, and how to adapt each day to make the most of your adventure. We focus on authentic Alaska experiences, genuine hospitality, and personal service. There are no rushed schedules,—just unforgettable adventures led by people who are passionate about sharing the true heart of Alaska. Our goal is simple: to help you experience Alaska the way locals do and leave with memories that last a lifetime.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at earliest will begin 30 min prior to start time but a text detailing pick up will be sent out prior to pick up. We can pick up from Riverboat discovery dock. We pick up from all local Fairbanks lodging if yours is not listed please message us.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(42)
Really cool Ice Museum! Great Appletini and the water is really warm! We enjoyed the bar and restaurant as well. We especially loved our tour guide John which is amazing at spotting Moose on the way and he is very knowledgeable about the area. He was a big reason why we enjoyed it so much!
Fun relaxing evening. The ice house was interesting and the Appletini’s were delicious from the glass made of ice. Enjoyed the hot water soak. We saw several moose along the way and we were able to take pictures. Enjoyed talking with our driver/guide.
We had an incredible experience on the Midnight Sun Magic Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour, and John made it even better. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and kept the whole ride fun and smooth. The Hot Springs felt absolutely wonderful—the perfect way to unwind—and the Ice Museum was amazing, especially the atmosphere and the artistry inside. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Fairbanks, and extra thanks to John for making the day unforgettable.
Pick up on time. John was very friendly and knowledgeable about area. Overall it was a great experience.
John was a phenomenal tour guide. He was fun, personable and informative. He gave us real insights into Alaskan life and made sure we got to see as much wildlife as possible. The ride was relatively long, so this really made the trip go quickly. If you have the opportunity to have him as your guide, take it!
The ride to and from was a bit challenging. The ice museum was cool but only took about 20 minutes. The springs were ok. I would not return again.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear the experience did not fully meet your expectations. The drive to Chena Hot Springs is approximately 60 miles each way through Interior Alaska, and while many guests enjoy the scenic journey, we understand that longer rides are not for everyone. The Ice Museum is a self-guided attraction and typically takes most guests 20–40 minutes to explore, depending on their interest level. We strive to provide a 5-star experience for every guest, and we'd appreciate the opportunity to learn more about what made the transportation challenging and how we could have improved your experience. Please feel free to reach out to us directly so we can discuss your concerns and see if there is anything we can do to make things right. We genuinely appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve for future guests.
This was a great tour! Relaxing and fun and Jon was a great guide! The ice museum was beautiful and everyone was friendly and helpful.
Awesome tour the ice museum is amazing and the hot speings are wonderful. Highly recommend! Jon was a fantastic host!!
Unique experience visiting Chena Hot Springs. The hot springs were relaxing and the ice museum was fascinating.
If you’re short, be the first in line or else you can’t see the demonstration in the Ice Museum. Stay to the left.
Thank you for your feedback and for sharing a helpful tip for future visitors. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. The Ice Museum can get busy at times, especially during demonstrations, and your suggestion about getting toward the front of the group is a good one. We're always looking for ways to improve the guest experience and help visitors get the most out of their time there. We're sorry to hear your experience only earned 3 stars. We strive to provide a 5-star experience for every guest. If there was anything else that fell short of expectations, we'd love the opportunity to hear more about it. Please feel free to reach out to us directly so we can learn how we could have made your experience better. Thank you again for joining us, and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Alaska.
