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Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit

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Fairbanks, USA
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On average, this is booked 30 (0) days in advance.

5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover our brand-new glass house, offering stunning panoramic views! Experience the magic of the Northern Lights from our Aurora Glass House at the top of Cleary Summit. Relax in a cozy cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows, perfect for viewing and photographing the aurora. Step outside anytime for an even closer look at the aurora in the dark sky, far from city lights.

Enjoy hot cocoa, coffee, and snacks while waiting, and take advantage of our Aurora photography services to capture stunning memories of this unforgettable night. Whether you stay inside or venture outdoors, this stylish and remote glass house offers the best Northern Lights viewing in Alaska.

What's Included

  • Tea and coffee snacks, water
  • Aurora portrait photography (when visible)
  • Cozy cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up time will be between 9:00 PM and 9:40 PM, depending on the weather and your hotel. We’ll text you the exact pick-up time around 5:00 PM on the day of the tour. When the guide arrives, they will verify your name or phone number. After picking you and other hotel guests up, the guide will take you to our Aurora Glass House.

What To Expect

Join our guide and head to the 270° Aurora Glass House at Cleary Summit. Stay warm inside with floor-to-ceiling windows for easy Northern Lights viewing, or step outside for a closer look. Enjoy hot cocoa, coffee, and snacks while waiting. Aurora photography services are also provided.
(The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Weather can change quickly in Alaska, so we typically do not cancel tours due to changing weather conditions.)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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4.80
240 reviews

Average 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 240 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 30 (0) days in advance.

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What's Included

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  • Tea and coffeesnacks, water
  • Aurora portrait photography (when visible)
  • Cozy cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guided transfer to the 270° Aurora Glass House
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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