Fairbanks Alaska Activities
Alaska Gold Mining Tour
The El Dorado Gold Mine is located nine miles north of Fairbanks, just
past Fox, on the Elliott Highway.
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
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.
Please check back very soon for our 2010 rates
or call us toll free at
1-877-376-1992
Fairbanks Alaska Historic City Tour
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, 2010
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: $30.95 per person
Riverboat Discovery Tour
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: $55.00 per person
More Alaska activities:
Anchorage Activities
Denali National Park
Activities
Seward Activities