Alaska Vacation Tours Information

Join the Binkley family for another adventure as you explore Alaska’s richest gold mining district. The El Dorado Gold Mine has a reputation for offering a lively and fascinating tour of Alaska gold history.

The El Dorado Gold Mine is located nine miles north of Fairbanks, just past Fox, on the Elliott Highway.

The tour begins as you board a narrow gauge train and travel to a working Alaska gold mine where local miners demonstrate modern mining techniques. Along the way, you will see actual demonstrations and experience the Alaska gold mining history of Interior Alaska. The tour includes a stop in our permafrost tunnel to learn about historic drift mining in the area.

This tour is a “hands on” experience for the entire family to enjoy. It is informative and interactive, and part of the action includes learning to pan for Alaska gold. We even have heated panning water for your comfort.

Tours depart at 9:45 am and 3:00 pm except for Saturday when there is an afternoon tour only.

Cost: $29.95 per person

Board a comfortable air-conditioned motor coach for a
3 1/2 hour tour of Fairbanks Alaska - the state's interior hub.  A knowledgeable local tour guide will assist you in learning more about:

• Historic Downtown Fairbanks Alaska
   
• University of Alaska Fairbanks Museum
   
• Trans-Alaska Pipeline
   
• University of Alaska Fairbanks Botanical Gardens
   
• Downtown Log Cabin Visitor Center

Tours available May 19 - Sep 16, 2006

Pick Up Times/Locations:
8:30 am Depart River's Edge Resort
8:40 am Depart Pioneer Park (lots of free parking)
11:55 am Return to Pioneer Park
12:00 pm Return to River's Edge Resort

Cost: $25.95 per person

Welcome aboard the Discovery III, an authentic sternwheeler riverboat.  Your three-and-a half hour cruise will take you into the heart of Alaska.

You will see a bush plane taking off from a "bush" style runway, meet four time Iditarod winner Susan Butcher, witness the "wedding of the rivers," and gain insight into the ancient Athabascan Indian culture. Alaskan Native guides who have lived and worked in Alaska will take you on a personalized tour of the Chena Indian Village.

Passenger comfort is a top priority. Three of the Discovery III's decks are heated and fully enclosed with glass windows, and the fourth is an open-air sun deck.

Two full-service snack bars offer a variety of fresh homemade Sourdough sandwiches, Captain Jim's famous smoked salmon chowder, beverages, and snacks.

Restrooms are conveniently located, and friendly Alaskan guides and deckhands are always happy to answer your questions.

Departs daily at 8:45 am and 2:00 pm. Guests are asked to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure.

Cost: $46.95 per person