Tour Pace
Explore the Canadian West, enjoying two- night stays in
Victoria, Banff and Jasper. Then, after a two-day scenic rail journey
through the British Columbian wilderness, unwind on a seven-night luxury
cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage.
DAY 1 - ARRIVE VANCOUVER
Welcome to Vancouver!
After a complimentary transfer from the airport to the hotel, your Tour
Director will greet you in the afternoon and answer any questions.
Hotel: Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside.
DAY 2 - VANCOUVER
- SUNSHINE COAST
Cruise across Howe Sound and
Jervis Inlet to Saltery Bay.
Your hotel lies in Lund on the shores of Desolation Sound.
Tonight, join
your Tour Director for a Welcome Drink and Highlight Dinner Cruise on these
incredible waterways. Hotel: Historic Lund Hotel. (Full Breakfast, Highlight
Dinner)
DAY 3 - SUNSHINE
COAST - VICTORIA
Cross the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver
Island and visit Butchart Gardens before continuing to your
hotel in Victoria.
End the day with dinner at one of
Victoria's great restaurants.
Hotel:
Marriott Inner Harbour. (Full Breakfast, Highlight
Dinner)
DAY 4 - VICTORIA
SIGHTSEEING
A morning orientation tour of
Victoria takes in the Inner
Harbour and all the main sights.
After visiting the award-winning Royal
British Columbia Museum, the remainder of the day is free for
exploring. (Full
Breakfast)
DAY 5 - VICTORIA
- KELOWNA
Return to the mainland by ferry
to follow the Fraser River,
and then over the Coast Mountains
into the Okanagan Valley.
Your hotel is in downtown Kelowna,
close to
Lake Okanagan. Hotel: Coast Capri Hotel.
(Full Breakfast)
DAY 6 - KELOWNA - BANFF
NATIONAL PARK
Travel through four incredible national parks -
Mount Revelstoke, Glacier, Yoho and Banff,
and cross the Continental
Divide at Kicking Horse Pass to arrive in
Banff, Alberta.
Hotel: Fairmont Banff Springs.
(Full Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 7 - BANFF AT
LEISURE
Enjoy a full day exploring the
resort's facilities or joining one of the optional activities. (Full
Breakfast)
DAY 8 - BANFF - LAKE
LOUISE - YOHO
From Lake Louise take a gondola
ride up the mountain for sweeping views over the lake and glacier.
After lunch at the
Lodge of Ten Peak, head back down the valley to
Moraine Lake (weather
permitting). Call in at the famous
Spiral Tunnels and Natural
Bridge before arriving at the jewel of Yoho National Park -
Emerald Lake.
Hotel: Emerald Lake Lodge.
(Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 9 - YOHO NATIONAL
PARK - JASPER
Drive through the heart of the
Rockies along the Icefields Parkway - one of the world's most spectacular
highways. Sit back and enjoy views of huge peaks, glaciers, waterfalls,
lakes and flower-filled meadows. Step onboard a unique Ice Explorer for a
guided tour of the Athabasca Glacier, before continuing along
the Sunwapta Pass to
Jasper National Park. Hotel: Sawridge Inn.
(Full Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 10 - DISCOVER
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Spend the day enjoying the
delights of Jasper National Park, including the
amazing Maligne Canyon, one
of the most spectacular gorges in the Canadian Rockies. (Full Breakfast)
DAY 11 - CANADIAN
ROCKIES BY RAIL
Board The Canadian for one of
the world's great rail journeys. Enjoy VIA Rail's Silver & Blue luxury
service with private compartments that convert into cozy
bedrooms. Take advantage of access to the Skyline Car and Park Car, with its
360-degree view domes, plus the first-class meals in the Dining Car. (Full Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 12 - ARRIVE
VANCOUVER
The rail adventure continues along the Fraser and Thompson river
valleys to arrive in Vancouver. Tour the city's landmarks, including
Stanley Park, Prospect Point, Gastown and
Chinatown. Then enjoy some free time before moving on to
Capilano Suspension Bridge for dinner and a
unique rainforest walk high in the trees. Hotel: Renaissance Vancouver
Harbourside. (Continent Breakfast, Highlight
Dinner)
DAY 13 - VANCOUVER -
INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE
Board Holland America's luxurious
Zuiderdam to begin your Alaska cruise. Ports of call include Juneau,
Skagway, Glacier Bay and Ketchikan. (Full Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 14 - CRUISING THE
INSIDE PASSAGE
Relax and enjoy one of the greatest cruise routes to Alaska through
the beautiful waters of the Inside
Passage. (Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 15 - PORT OF CALL -
JUNEAU
Sail into the narrow channel of
Tracy Arm and arrive at
Juneau, the capital of Alaska.
Here enjoy a stroll around town, take a scenic tram ride or a helicopter
flight to the Mendenhall Glacier. (Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 16 - PORT OF CALL -
SKAGWAY
The Yukon Gold Rush comes alive in
Skagway. Take the Yukon Route
and White Pass Railway for incredible views. (Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 17 - GLACIER BAY
SCENIC CRUISING
Cruise spectacular Glacier Bay
National Park and watch in wonder as icebergs are created
before your eyes. See large chunks of ice break off the glacier's face and
crash into the sea. (Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 18 - PORT OF CALL -
KETCHIKAN
Offers a glimpse into Alaska's fishing industry and the local
native cultures. Stroll the
over-the-water boardwalks
or photograph the city's totem poles.
(Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 19 - AT SEA
Relax and enjoy the ship's
superb facilities while cruising through more beautiful
scenery. (Full Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 20 - DEPART
VANCOUVER
Arrive in Vancouver and disembark the ship.
Transfer to Vancouver International Airport
or the Insight hotel. Please do not schedule flights before
3pm. (Full Breakfast)
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