The summer season is in full swing in Alaska. No extreme heat, wildfire smoke or other climate calamities to worry you. Just pristine wilderness, midnight sun and curious wildlife surrounding you.

Now you might think that the summer would never be the time to be thinking about Christmas, but the folks at Grande Denali Lodge and Denali Bluffs Hotel in Denali National Park beg to differ. Find out why!

And here’s a tip! This is also the perfect time to be planning a winter escape to Alaska. We’ve put together our “top 10” editors pick list of our best recommendations for Alaska winter tours. Read all about it!

Alaska Railroad fans will also love our 4-night Fall/Winter Train Tour from Anchorage to Fairbanks. After a guided tour on Turnagain Arm along the Seward Highway, you’ll visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center followed by a scenic train trip to Fairbanks for views of the Northern Lights and Fairbanks’ sightseeing.

And late night owls will love the action-packed Chena Hot Springs and Northern Lights Tour which includes 2 nights at the Chena Hot Springs Resort relaxing in its warm hot springs then viewing the Northern Lights on an aurora viewing expedition, and an optional visit to the Aurora Ice Museum and 2 nights in Fairbanks.

Don’t sweat the small stuff and don’t sweat at all! Just plan some winter fun up in Alaska in 2023-2024 and ENJOY!