HOT SPRINGS · HOT SPRING DAY TRIPS IN THE USA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 hot spring day trips in the USA worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Travel from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs with a small group and an English-speaking guide. Soak in 106°F mineral water, visit the Aurora Ice Museum, and learn how the resort uses geothermal power. Lunch, drinks, towels, and optional activities cost extra.
“Mediocre all around. Long drive if you’re only going for water. Facilities below average Hot pool ok but there are a lot better in other states”
Spend about six and a half hours traveling from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs, with a guided visit to the Ice Museum, an optional geothermal tour, and time to soak. Guides such as Ash, Paul, Joe, Jeff, and Ed have led informative trips, though the guide and vehicle can vary.
“Our tour guide Ash was amazing. He is a true Alaskan with such an interesting life and wonderful stories. We did not realize the hot springs didn’t allow under 18 so that was a bummer but the ice museum was really fun and Ash made a little extra stop at a river bend (since we were really ahead of schedule).”
Travel 60 miles from Fairbanks in a small group of up to 14 with an English-speaking guide such as Rachel or Jodie. Visit the Aurora Ice Museum, learn how Chena Hot Springs uses geothermal power, and soak in its mineral water. Food costs extra, and the rock pool has age and pregnancy restrictions.
“Really enjoyed our experience at Chena Hot Springs. Guide was friendly and knowledgeable, we had plenty of time to explore the ice museum, dog kennels, and take a long soak in the hot springs.”
Travel from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs in a small group of up to 14 people. Soak in the included mineral pool, then consider the separately ticketed Aurora Ice Museum. Pickup, transport, and return to your hotel are included, with a total tour time of about six to seven hours.
“The place is great has decent lockers and showers. Id bring some quarters for the lockers if not they have some on hand. Bring flipflops or sandals the floor is cold on the path to the water. The water itself is very nice and u dont ferl the cold from outside. But bring something to cover ur ears just in case. The museum is also a nice experience and thr martini is good”
Travel from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs in a small group of up to 12. Your guide handles the route and check-in, while you enjoy the hot spring pass and optional Aurora Ice Museum visit. Guides may include Alan, Robin, or Hank. The Ice Museum ticket costs extra.
“great tour, really cool to be in the hot springs surrounded by the snow & beautiful landscapes! hank was an awesome guide, definitely recommend!”
Travel from Fairbanks to Chena Hot Springs with an English-speaking guide such as Adam or June. You get round-trip hotel transport, three hours at the resort, admission to the hot springs, time for the Ice Museum, and a chance to order an apple martini in a glass made of ice.
“Great experience. Adam was our tour guide. I enjoyed the information he shared about Alaska. Chena Springs was incredible. Adam had told us to bring towel, slides, bag for wet clothes. The lockers take 2 quarters only. There are showers, blow dryers and changing areas. The water feels wonderful. Don't forget the ice museum, it was also incredible. Get the apple martini and dont forget to smash your ice glass after you make a wish. We did not use any of the other pools. Once you get in the hot springs you dont want to get out. Highly recommend this tour.”
Travel with up to eight people from Salt Lake City through Yellowstone and Grand Teton, with four hotel nights, breakfasts, snacks, park coordination, and a seasonal Jenny Lake boat tour or Jackson Lake cruise. Guides such as Kenny and Stanley have led past departures.
“We had an excellent time on this tour! Stanley was our guide and he was professional, accommodating and fun to be with. We were celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. The tour company recognized it in a special way which will always be remembered. We covered alot of ground during our tour to Yellowstone, Grand Teton and the Hot Springs. The geothermal activity was all around us in Yellowstone. It was the highlight of our trip. We recommend this trip to anyone considering it!”
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