Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr - Image 1
Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr - Image 2
Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr - Image 3
Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr - Image 4
Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr - Image 5
Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr - Image 6

Photo 1 / 6

Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum Tour 7 hr

TourTruth score 5.6 out of 10

Average

172 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Fairbanks
  • 6 hrs 45 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore the Aurora Ice Museum, learn about geothermal energy, and unwind in Chena Hot Springs on a guided day trip from Fairbanks.

About this tour

Trade Fairbanks’ winter chill or summer bustle for steaming mineral waters and a museum carved from ice. This day trip pairs the restorative feel of Chena Hot Springs with a look at one of Alaska’s most unusual attractions.

After pickup at a selected Fairbanks hotel, travel to the resort and explore the year-round Aurora Ice Museum, where hand-carved ice sculptures and an ice bar create a striking, frosty interior. Learn how Chena Hot Springs harnesses geothermal energy, then spend time relaxing in the pools. Guests 18 and older can access the outdoor Rock Lake hot springs; younger guests can use the indoor pool. Food and drinks are available to buy at the resort restaurant and bar.

The guided outing lasts about 6.5 to 7 hours and includes bottled water and admission to the Ice Museum and pool. On the return drive, watch Alaska’s wilderness pass by. Hotel pickup is limited to selected Fairbanks hotels, and the tour requires at least four participants. Choose this Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs and Ice Museum tour for a memorable mix of geothermal discovery and unhurried soaking.

Highlights

  • Soak in the calming waters of Chena Hot Springs
  • Explore the year-round Aurora Ice Museum and its hand-carved sculptures
  • Learn how the resort uses geothermal energy
  • Enjoy a scenic drive through Alaska’s wilderness

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off at selected Fairbanks hotels
  • Aurora Ice Museum and hot springs entrance fees
  • Tour guide or driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Food and additional drinks
  • Gratuities

Ratings on each provider

The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.

What reviewers mention

Themes that come up most in this tour's reviews.

Important information

  • Guests must be 18 or older to access the outdoor Rock Lake hot springs; an indoor pool is available for younger guests.
  • Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers or travelers with poor cardiovascular health.
  • A minimum of 4 people is required; if the minimum is not met, you may be offered a refund or rescheduling.
Show 4 more
  • Pickup is available at selected Fairbanks hotels, not Airbnb or private residences.
  • Bring quarters for locker rentals, swimwear, a towel, and sandals.
  • A valid photo ID is required for age verification at the Ice Bar if purchasing an Appletini.
  • Food and beverages are available for purchase at the resort restaurant and bar.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 6.5 to 7 hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup and drop-off are available at selected Fairbanks hotels, but not at Airbnb or private residences.

Can children visit the hot Springs?

Children under 5 are not permitted on the tour. Guests under 18 can use the indoor pool but cannot access the outdoor Rock Lake hot springs.

What is the minimum group size?

At least 4 people are required. If the minimum is not met, you may be offered a refund or rescheduling.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and additional drinks are available for purchase at the resort.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.49 on Viator and 4.61 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Fairbanks
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 5.6.

Provider rating distribution in Fairbanks

How many tours in Fairbanks have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.

  • GetYourGuide
  • Viator

More Day Trips & Excursions in Fairbanks

from $200

on Viator · GetYourGuide $200

Check availability