Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Alaska (Updated 2026)

Alaska, USA
Overnight Denali National Park plus Aurora Chase Tour

This is your Overnight Denali National Park plus Aurora Chase. Custom Full Day plus Overnight at a lodge near the park. This is an Adventure …More

This is your Overnight Denali National Park plus Aurora Chase. Custom Full Day plus Overnight at a lodge near the park. This is an Adventure...

1 day 4 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,200
Aurora and Beyond Premiere Chase Adventure

This isn't your average aurora tour; it's a 12-hour, immersive "Arctic Odyssey." Go deep into remote Alaskan wilderness for unparalleled dark skies, unique landscapes, and …More

This isn't your average aurora tour; it's a 12-hour, immersive "Arctic Odyssey." Go deep into remote Alaskan wilderness for unparalleled dark skies, unique landscapes, and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$325
Sledding and Homesteading Adventure

This is a 1.5 mile mini mushing activity that circles our property through black spruce, alders, and birch trees. The actual sledding time is 15-20 …More

This is a 1.5 mile mini mushing activity that circles our property through black spruce, alders, and birch trees. The actual sledding time is 15-20...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$100
Denali National Park Plus Aurora Chase Tour

Discover Denali National Park in the quiet beauty of the off season on this custom full-day tour from Fairbanks for up to 6 guests, with …More

Discover Denali National Park in the quiet beauty of the off season on this custom full-day tour from Fairbanks for up to 6 guests, with...

18 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$360
Guided Dog Sledding Adventure Tour, Anchorage Hotel Pickup

Door to Door Service and Experience with our guided tour pick up in Anchorage. All gear needed is supplied, as well as snacks and water. …More

Door to Door Service and Experience with our guided tour pick up in Anchorage. All gear needed is supplied, as well as snacks and water....

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$327
3 Hour Guided Driving Tour in Hoonah Alaska

This 3-hour driving excursion offers a truly unparalleled Alaska cruise experience, inviting you beyond the ordinary into the authentic heart of the Icy Strait Point …More

This 3-hour driving excursion offers a truly unparalleled Alaska cruise experience, inviting you beyond the ordinary into the authentic heart of the Icy Strait Point...

3 hours
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$155
Knik Glacier Off Roading and Hiking

The Knik Glacier off-roading and hiking tour stands out because it combines two adventures in one—an exciting ride through true Alaskan wilderness in a specially …More

The Knik Glacier off-roading and hiking tour stands out because it combines two adventures in one—an exciting ride through true Alaskan wilderness in a specially...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$399
Private Whale Watching Experience (Up to 6 Guests)

✔️ No crowds — truly private experience ✔️ Closer whale encounters than large boats ✔️ Flexible, wildlife-focused itinerary ✔️ Premium experience for small groups ✔️ …More

✔️ No crowds — truly private experience ✔️ Closer whale encounters than large boats ✔️ Flexible, wildlife-focused itinerary ✔️ Premium experience for small groups ✔️...

3 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,595
Guided Ice Fishing Excursions

DeadStick guided ice fishing excursions use custom-made equipment made by the owner and guide specifically designed for the species the client chooses to target. Top-of-the-line …More

DeadStick guided ice fishing excursions use custom-made equipment made by the owner and guide specifically designed for the species the client chooses to target. Top-of-the-line...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$200
Guided Tour of Musk Ox Farm & Scenic Drive from Anchorage

Join us on a beautiful drive up the Knik Arm to the historic Musk Ox Farm located in the picturesque Matanuska Valley. Enjoy a comfortable …More

Join us on a beautiful drive up the Knik Arm to the historic Musk Ox Farm located in the picturesque Matanuska Valley. Enjoy a comfortable...

180 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation
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$129
Private Group SUP tour in Juneau with Mendenhall Glacier Views

Paddleboard in one of the most unique areas of Juneau with amazing views of the Mendenhall Glacier, opportunities for seeing eagles, sea lions, seals, and …More

Paddleboard in one of the most unique areas of Juneau with amazing views of the Mendenhall Glacier, opportunities for seeing eagles, sea lions, seals, and...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$175
Half-Day Guided Kayak Tour on Knik River

New in 2023! Experience Alaska on the original roads and routes aka its rivers and lakes. This tour transverses one of the most sublime landscapes …More

New in 2023! Experience Alaska on the original roads and routes aka its rivers and lakes. This tour transverses one of the most sublime landscapes...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$220
Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre Experience

An evening at the Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre offers a unique blend of entertainment and dining in a cozy, authentic log cabin. Delight in …More

An evening at the Alaska Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre offers a unique blend of entertainment and dining in a cozy, authentic log cabin. Delight in...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$95
Canyon Run Whitewater Adventure on the Nenana River

Navigate the exhilarating class 3 and 4 rapids of the Nenana River Canyon on the Canyon Whitewater Run. Over the course of this 2-hour river …More

Navigate the exhilarating class 3 and 4 rapids of the Nenana River Canyon on the Canyon Whitewater Run. Over the course of this 2-hour river...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$159
Wilderness Run Rafting Adventure Near Denali National Park

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure …More

A scenic 11-mile rafting trip awaits near the entrance of Denali National Park, blending breathtaking views with a hint of whitewater excitement. This beginner-friendly adventure...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (10)
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$159
FROM SKAGWAY - Eagle Preserve Float

Upon arrival in Haines, you’ll board a motorcoach for a relaxing 40-minute drive up the Haines Highway, a National Scenic Byway, to the Chilkat Bald …More

Upon arrival in Haines, you’ll board a motorcoach for a relaxing 40-minute drive up the Haines Highway, a National Scenic Byway, to the Chilkat Bald...

6 hours 30 minutes
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$307
Exclusive Whale Watching

Come join us on this 26-foot Hewescraft vessel. This boat was built specifically for whale watching in extreme comfort. This small group excursion will take …More

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Likely to Sell Out

Come join us on this 26-foot Hewescraft vessel. This boat was built specifically for whale watching in extreme comfort. This small group excursion will take...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$274
Whittier to Anchorage Post Cruise Scenic Transfer Tour

- Cruise ship pickup directly from Whittier Port - Scenic drive through the Chugach Mountains and Turnagain Arm - Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center …More

- Cruise ship pickup directly from Whittier Port - Scenic drive through the Chugach Mountains and Turnagain Arm - Visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$195
Ultimate Saxman: Cultural Show, Tasting, & Native Painting Craft

Join us for an incredible experience at the Ultimate Saxman Showcase. You'll have the opportunity to participate in Native Ornament Painting and create a unique …More

Join us for an incredible experience at the Ultimate Saxman Showcase. You'll have the opportunity to participate in Native Ornament Painting and create a unique...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$149
Fairbanks to Denali Shuttle Service

This shuttle service is the fastest and the most convenient way to transfer between Fairbanks and Denali National Park. Enjoy hassle-free transfers with pick-up and …More

This shuttle service is the fastest and the most convenient way to transfer between Fairbanks and Denali National Park. Enjoy hassle-free transfers with pick-up and...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered
4.6 (34)
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$175
Middle Kenai River Full-Day Fishing Trip

The middle Kenai River flows out of the glacial waters of Skilak Lake in the heart of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, home to a …More

The middle Kenai River flows out of the glacial waters of Skilak Lake in the heart of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, home to a...

8 hours
5.0 (10)
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$360
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