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Fairbanks: Gold Dredge 8 Historic Train Tour
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Fairbanks: Gold Dredge 8 Historic Train Tour

By Gold Dredge 8
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$88 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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Overview
  • Immerse yourself in the rich history of the gold rush era
  • Listen to your guide sharing the secrets of the gold fields
  • Enjoy a picturesque train ride aboard the Tanana Valley Railway
  • Try your luck at gold panning and feel the thrill of uncovering hidden treasures
  • Have the chance to take home your very own piece of Alaskan gold

Activity location

    • Fairbanks
    • Fairbanks, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Gold Dredge 8 is located about 25 minutes outside of Fairbanks on the Old Steese Highway. Take the Steese Highway (Route 2) North; take a left onto Goldstream Road; take a left onto Old Steese Highway (the first cross-road); the entrance is the first driveway on the right.
    • Fairbanks, Alaska, United States

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Fairbanks: Gold Dredge 8 Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h2h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$88.03 x 1 AdultAU$88.03

Total
Price is AU$88.03

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided tour of Gold Dredge 8
  • What's includedWhat's included Train ride aboard the Tanana Valley Railway
  • What's includedWhat's included Gold panning

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Pets (assistance dogs allowed)

What you can expect

Embark on a captivating Gold Dredge 8 guided tour in Fairbanks, a fascinating two-hour journey that transports you back to the exhilarating gold rush era. Experience the heart of the gold fields in the Tanana Valley, where the rich history of the gold rush era truly comes alive.

Begin your adventure by boarding the narrow-gauge Tanana Valley Railway. Sit back and relax as the train traverses the captivating gold fields, providing stunning views along the way. Feel the excitement build as you approach the historic gold mining site.
Glide along the tracks whilst your conductor regales you with tales of Alaska's exhilarating gold mining history, ensuring an engaging and educational ride. Stop at the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, an 800-mile oil channel that runs right through the Gold Dredge 8 mining district.

Pause in front of the Gold Drege 8 and see first-hand how the dredge worked the gold fields. Discover traditional mining equipment like gold pans and sluice boxes and gain a deeper understanding of the innovative techniques and technologies employed during the gold rush era.
Learn about the challenges and triumphs of the miners who sought their fortunes in this rugged wilderness. Roll up your sleeves and try your luck at gold panning. Embrace your inner prospector and sift through the dirt in search of glimmering flakes. Feel the rush of anticipation as you swish and swirl your pan, hoping to uncover a hidden treasure.

Listen to your guide's captivating stories and anecdotes, bringing the history of the gold rush era to life. Immerse yourself in the tales of fortune and hardship, as well as the remarkable achievements of those who shaped this region's history.

Before concluding your journey, make sure to visit the gift shop, where you'll find a wide array of unique gold-related souvenirs and memorabilia. Take home a piece of this remarkable experience to cherish for years to come.

Location

Activity location

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    • Fairbanks
    • Fairbanks, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Gold Dredge 8 is located about 25 minutes outside of Fairbanks on the Old Steese Highway. Take the Steese Highway (Route 2) North; take a left onto Goldstream Road; take a left onto Old Steese Highway (the first cross-road); the entrance is the first driveway on the right.
    • Fairbanks, Alaska, United States