Day 1: Arrive Vancouver
Be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After you check in and relax, you will meet your fellow guests and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception later today.
Day 2: Vancouver, Sun Peaks
Fall in love with Vancouver and enjoy a sightseeing tour which takes you through some of the city’s most vibrant areas and best-loved attractions, including the Waterfront and historic Gastown. Later, enjoy the scenery as you travel east to Kamloops and travel along the North Thompson River and into the snowy peaks of the Monashee Mountains. Arrive in Sun Peaks and settle in for dinner.
VIA Rail Overnight Option
Perhaps replace days 2 and 3 with a rail journey from Vancouver to Jasper. Spend the morning exploring Vancouver before you board the VIA Rail for your exciting overnight train journey. Additional cost. Enquire for details.
Day 3: Sun Peaks, Jasper
The day ahead promises alpine scenery and adventure in the great outdoors. Follow the famous Yellowhead Highway on your way to picturesque Jasper National Park. En route, you’ll stop in Blue River for an Insider Experience and pass the majestic Mount Robson, which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Later, arrive in the mountain resort town of Jasper.
Insider Experience – Blue River Safari
Set off on a remarkable river safari to stunning Grizzly Bear Valley, where you’re likely to witness active native wildlife on the riverbank. Cruise along glacier-fed rivers and lakes, and admire remarkable views of the surrounding forest and waterfalls.
VIA Rail Option
Arrive into Jasper and be transferred to your hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure or explore.
Day 4: Jasper
After breakfast, enjoy a full day to explore Jasper National Park at your own pace, or simply relax. For a deeper experience, consider our Enhance Your Journey optional excursions.
Enhance Your Journey – Harley Davidson Sidecar Tour
Explore the stunning Jasper wilderness during a chauffeured motorcycle sidecar tour. Delight in the thrill of riding through British Columbia’s hypnotising scenery.
Enhance Your Journey – Maligne Valley Tour with Hike
Travel to the Maligne Canyon, an area rich in famous Canadian wildlife. On a trail hike, look for osprey, eagles, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, elk, deer and bears.
Enhance Your Journey – Maligne Valley Tour with Cruise
Across the crystal-clear waters of Maligne Lake, cruise past jagged mountain peaks to Spirit Island, a destination only accessible by boat.
Enhance Your Journey – River Rafting
This is the perfect introduction to rafting. Small rapids and calm waters ease you into the activity, and your licensed guide is around to point out areas of interest and wildlife along the way.
Enhance Your Journey – Jasper Skytram
Jasper’s peak attraction provides a memorable view of the Athabasca Valley and Jasper National Park.
Enhance Your Journey – Evening Wildlife Tour
Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of Jasper National Park and discover its diverse wildlife. This memorable evening tour offers the opportunity to see elk, deer, coyotes, moose and mountain goats.
Day 5: Jasper, Banff
Journey along the Icefields Parkway, renowned as one of the world’s most scenic drives, and stop at the Columbia Icefield for an exhilarating Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier.
Continue to the iconic Lake Louise before arriving in the charming town of Banff.
Day 6: Banff
Enjoy today at leisure to discover more of this beautiful alpine resort at your own pace. If you’re after an adventure, choose from our range of Enhance Your Journey select experiences on offer. In the evening, an Insider Experience awaits.
Insider Experience – BBQ on the Bow River
This evening, embark on a true western experience and take a wagon ride along the banks of the Bow River. Try your hand at western-style activities like lassoing and horseshoes before joining the horseback riders for a BBQ cookout. Enjoy a tasty steak-fry dinner as you soak up the stunning surrounds.
Enhance Your Journey – Local Lakes and Gems Tour
Join this exclusive small-group tour and venture off the beaten path to discover Banff National Park’s hidden gems. You’ll also enjoy more time to explore Johnson Lake, Two Jack Lake and the stunning Lake Minnewanka.
Enhance Your Journey – Banff Gondola
Head to the top of Sulphur Mountain and take in Banff from above, climbing nearly 700 metres in elevation as you are carried through the pines. Once you reach the peak, you can head off for a stroll along the boardwalk.
Enhance Your Journey – Heli Flightseeing
Escape to Spray Valley and the spine of the Goat Range on this extraordinary tour for the first-time flyer in the Canadian Rockies.
Enhance Your Journey – Bow River Float Trip
Enjoy a relaxing float trip down Bow River and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife. This activity is suitable for most fitness levels.
Enhance Your Journey – Hockey Player Experience
When in Canada, it’s only fitting that you experience a day in the life of an ice hockey player. Get to know the Canmore Eagles as you tour their dressing rooms, try on their gear and step onto the ice.
Enhance Your Journey – River Explorer Canoe Tour
Enjoy your guide’s tales and the beauty of the Bow River while you paddle in a Voyageur Canoe.
Enhance Your Journey – Evening Golf Course Cart Tour
Designed by the renowned Stanley Thompson, the golf course at Fairmont Banff Springs is famous for its panoramic beauty. Embark on an informative guided tour, where you’ll learn about the course as well as the history of the region.
Day 7: Banff, Salmon Arm
After breakfast, embark on a scenic journey from Banff to Salmon Arm, with stops at Moraine Lake (season permitting) and Emerald Lake. At Moraine Lake, marvel at the stunning beauty of this glacier-fed lake, surrounded by towering mountain peaks (season permitting). Next, visit Emerald Lake, nestled amidst lush pines and dramatic mountain vistas, in Yoho National Park. Continue your journey to Salmon Arm, in the picturesque Shuswap region, named after the once-abundant salmon runs that filled the creeks flowing into the lake.
Day 8: Salmon Arm, Whistler
After breakfast, embark on a scenic journey to Whistler, passing through the rugged Cariboo Chilcotin Coast. Gold was discovered here in the 1860s, prompting a rush of prospectors. On arrival in Whistler, enjoy free time to explore this renowned alpine resort at your leisure.
Day 9: Whistler, Vancouver
This morning, enjoy time in Whistler where you might like to opt for a select experience. Journey along the Sea to Sky Highway to Vancouver, soaking in sweeping views of the Coast Mountains. Pause at Shannon Falls, the third tallest waterfall in British Columbia. This evening, gather for a memorable Farewell Dinner with your fellow travellers.
Enhance Your Journey – Peak 2 Peak Gondola
Enjoy a breathtaking journey on the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, which spans the distance between Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Peak. The longest and highest gondola in the world, this epic 4.4-kilometre adventure offers a unique vantage point to take in the scenery.
Enhance Your Journey – TreeTrek Tour
Discover Whistler’s ancient forest on an informative Tree Trek. Enjoy a bird’s-eye view perspective of the towering cedars, hemlocks and firs from suspension bridges and treetop platforms.
Enhance Your Journey – ZipTrek Bear Tour
Ideal for adventure seekers, soar above British Columbia’s rugged terrain on a the Zip Trek. You’ll be captivated by the mesmerising views during this high-flying adventure.
Enhance Your Journey – Heli-Flightseeing
Take in the spectacular sights surrounding Whistler from the air during a helicopter flight. Enjoy an aerial view of the record-breaking Peak 2 Peak Gondola.
Enhance Your Journey – Mountain Jeep Tour
Wind your way through the surrounds of Blackcomb Peak on an exciting tour.
Enhance Your Journey – Electric Mountain Bike Rental
Exploring Whistler by e-bike is a wonderful way to spend a summer day. Feel the fresh air as you coast past lush green landscapes and mountains.
Day 10: Depart Vancouver, Embark Ship
After breakfast this morning, transfer to board your premium cruise ship. Enjoy time to relax and settle into your cabin before dinner on board this evening.
Day 11: Inside Passage
Enjoy a full day at sea at the beginning of your phenomenal journey. Take in the majestic scenery as your ship cruises past dramatic rocky headlands and glides over the frigid waters of the Inside Passage. You also have plenty of time to explore the facilities of your cruise ship and perhaps relax in one of the onboard public areas.
Day 12: Juneau
Today your journey brings you to Alaska’s capital, Juneau. There is time to explore the region’s glacial terrain and gold rush history or perhaps choose to make your way to the town and explore the rustic shops located here. You may also like to experience an exhilarating dog sled ride over a glacier, or try one of the other activities available to you. These include sampling delicious salmon baked over a fire or even trying your hand at panning for gold in this former gold rush town (own expense).
Day 13: Skagway
This morning, you’ll dock at the port of Skagway, which is located at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage. Skagway was once a frontier town and gateway to the Klondike and still celebrates its gold rush past to this day. You will find a variety of stores and saloons in town that capture the excitement and history of the gold rush days. Here, you will also have the opportunity to learn more about gold prospecting or to view some of the fascinating local wildlife on a tour (own expense).
Day 14: Glacier Bay
Wake up to the breathtaking sight of Glacier Bay National Park this morning, with its formidable rivers of ice, wild coastline and sheltered fjords. As you cruise through the national park, it is easy to see why the area has received World Heritage status. Today, you’ll gain a more detailed insight into the unique nature of this national park as local rangers join you on board to explain the geological wonders and diverse wildlife found in this remarkable region.
Day 15: Ketchikan
Arrive today in the Alaskan town of Ketchikan, regarded as the salmon capital of the world and renowned for its idyllic scenery and rich Alaskan Native cultures. Here, you will have free time to relax and explore the town at your leisure. Alternatively, perhaps choose to join a walking tour of the town or learn about the history of Tlingit culture at Saxman Native Village (own expense), where you’ll be fascinated by the collection of Native American totem poles found on display.
Day 16: Inside Passage
Today marks your final day aboard your premium Holland America Line cruise ship. You’ll spend the day cruising south through the Inside Passage and its magnificent landscapes and towering glaciers. There is time to relax on board and enjoy the premium facilities of your ship while you take in the incredible views. This evening, savour a final dinner on board.
Day 17: Disembark Cruise, Depart Vancouver
After breakfast aboard your cruise ship this morning, disembark in Vancouver for your airport transfer and onward flight.
