Trip Style
Tour & Cruise
Departures
Accommodation
4.5 - 5 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided, Locally Guided
Trip Code
UT19BEVV
Overview
Explore Canada & Alaska's majestic beauty by land, rail and ocean cruise. Discover the famous Rocky Mountains onboard the Rocky Mountaineer Train, before visiting Banff, Jasper & Whistler.
Itinerary
Once you've landed in Vancouver, we'll meet you at the airport and bring you to your hotel before tonight's welcome dinner. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel (D)
Today you'll experience the very best of Vancouver on a fantastic half-day sightseeing tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll soak in the scenery at the vast Stanley Park, explore the trendy Granville Island and immerse yourself in the historic neighbourhood of Gastown. (B)
Your rail holiday starts this morning when you board the Rocky Mountaineer. Relax and soak up the views from your bi-level glass-dome carriage in GoldLeaf Service. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation) (B/L)
Be awed by the Canadian Rockies today as your rail journey continues. Carve your way through the stunning scenery and Spiral Tunnels all the way to Banff National Park. Stay Two Nights: Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room (B/L)
Choose your activity today. Tonight, your hotel offers an impressive range of dining options. (B/D)
Freedom of Choice:
Freedom of Choice:
- You may like to take part in the Banff Experience, which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, board the Banff Gondola, or set off on a heli-sightseeing excursion. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River, or learn how to be a Canadian ice hockey player. Otherwise, spend some time at the Willow Stream Spa.
- This evening, dine at one of your hotel's restaurants.
Tour Banff then travel via Moraine Lake to Lake Louise. Stay: Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (B/D)
Freedom of Choice:
Freedom of Choice:
- Tonight, choose where to dine.
- Meet a Mountie and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Travel along the Icefields Parkway, and stop at the Columbia Icefield. Board an Ice Explorer vehicle and journey onto Athabasca Glacier. Arrive later in Jasper National Park. Stay: Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (B/D)
Freedom of Choice:
Freedom of Choice:
- At your lodge, choose where to dine this evening.
Take in Maligne Canyon before re-entering the province of British Columbia. Your journey follows the famous Yellowhead Highway. Pass Mount Robson which, at 3,954 metres, is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.
Later, arrive in the alpine village of Sun Peaks. Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel (B/D)
Follow the tracks of early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes.
Later, re-enter the Coast Mountains. Ringed by mountains, forests and valleys, you'll soon see why Whistler attracts so many outdoor enthusiasts. Stay: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa (B)
Travel south to Horseshoe Bay and board your BC Ferries service to Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Continue to Chemainus before arriving in Victoria. Stay Two Nights: Victoria, Hotel Grand Pacific (B)
Tonight, a special dinner is served for you and your fellow travellers. (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
Signature Experiences:
- Visit The Butchart Gardens before the general public is granted access, and enjoy an exclusive breakfast in the original Butchart residence.
Return to Vancouver and board your ship for a cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage.
This afternoon, settle in and explore the ship. Stay Seven Nights: Holland America Line's Zaandam in a Vista Suite (B/D)
Spend today on board, gliding past rocky headlands and over the icy waters of the picturesque Inside Passage. (B/L/D)
Alaska's capital, Juneau, is set at the foot of the mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, and outdoor activities are plentiful.
Disembark and explore at leisure or with an optional excursion (own expense). (B/L/D)
Arrive in Skagway, the Inside Passage's northernmost point. See heritage buildings, now protected as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, and maybe set off on an excursion (own expense). (B/L/D)
Wake among the breathtaking scenery of Glacier Bay National Park. Take in the calving tidewater glaciers and learn from local rangers about the area's geological wonders. (B/L/D)
Dock in Ketchikan today, set on the tranquil shores of the Tongass Narrows, and spend some time exploring as you please. (B/L/D)
Cruise through the Inside Passage, taking in the scenery as you near your final port. (B/L/D)
Say goodbye and be transferred to the airport. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Meet a Mountie and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
- Visit The Butchart Gardens before the general public is granted access, and enjoy an exclusive breakfast in the original Butchart residence.
- A maximum of 40 guests in your APT group
- Expert APT tour director and cruise liaison
- Lakeview Room or Deluxe Mount Temple Room at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer
- Transfers, porterage, port charges and gratuities
- 39 included meals over the course of your trip.
- Seven-night Holland America Line Inside Passage cruise in a Vista Suite aboard the Zaandam
- Enjoy a superb two-night stay at the 'Castle in the Rockies' - The Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room
- Enjoy a wonderful overnight stay at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, in a Lakeview Room
- Relax during an overnight stay at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
- Stay overnight at The Westin Whistler Resort and Spa
- Stay two nights at the Hotel Grand Pacific in Victoria
- Stay at The Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
- Enjoy a two night stay in Vancouver at The Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Please ensure your onward flight from Vancouver departs no earlier than 1pm
- Fairmont Lakeview Rooms at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, departures from 20 April to 25 May are in Deluxe Mount Temple rooms
- Departures 20 April and 7 September 2024, cruise ships visit Hubbard Glacier not Glacier Bay
- Extend your journey by travelling from Montreal to Boston, then joining our tour through the Canadian Rockies before cruising Alaska's Inside Passage (Tour Code: UTE36)
- Prices are for land/cruise and rail only. Flights not included (unless specified)
Trip Reviews (9) View All Most Recent 'Rockies Explorer and Alaska Cruise' Reviews
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Beautiful Canada Trip and Fun Cruise to Alaska 1
Judy & John, NSW, Australia, May 2022
We eventually got to experience this trip after several years of cancellations due to Covid. So glad we decided to bite the bullet and go ahead in May, regardless of the threat of Covid. May I say the level of cleaning on both the Rocky Mountaineer, our APT Coach (thank you Lennie for your wonderful driving, witty comments and dedicated hand sanitising ...read more duties) and the incredible Holland America Zuiderdam ship, was outstanding.
Sure, we had to wear our masks on occasions, but I think that we all appreciated the extra level of safety they gave. The trip was very good. Our Tour Director, Jaqi, was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble and she made sure everyone was looked after and didn't have to worry about a thing. She was very informative and friendly and made our trip so easy. The accommodations were beautiful (my only regret was that we couldn't stay longer in some places - especially Jasper. The Fairmont at Jasper was beautiful - gorgeous cabins in an outstanding location). I think most of our group shared this sentiment, as there were a few long days (early starts) on the Coach, but we covered quite a lot of ground.
The cruise to Alaska was amazing - Glacier Bay - wow. It was very relaxing and it was a shame when it all came to an end. We had a fantastic group of people, who all got on extremely well and we had lots of fun. Thanks again to Jaqi and Lennie for making the trip so effortless. Thanks to Georgie at Global Journeys for her help over the last two years in eventually getting us to Canada/Alaska after all the cancellations etc due to the pandemic.
Sure, we had to wear our masks on occasions, but I think that we all appreciated the extra level of safety they gave. The trip was very good. Our Tour Director, Jaqi, was fantastic. Nothing was too much trouble and she made sure everyone was looked after and didn't have to worry about a thing. She was very informative and friendly and made our trip so easy. The accommodations were beautiful (my only regret was that we couldn't stay longer in some places - especially Jasper. The Fairmont at Jasper was beautiful - gorgeous cabins in an outstanding location). I think most of our group shared this sentiment, as there were a few long days (early starts) on the Coach, but we covered quite a lot of ground.
The cruise to Alaska was amazing - Glacier Bay - wow. It was very relaxing and it was a shame when it all came to an end. We had a fantastic group of people, who all got on extremely well and we had lots of fun. Thanks again to Jaqi and Lennie for making the trip so effortless. Thanks to Georgie at Global Journeys for her help over the last two years in eventually getting us to Canada/Alaska after all the cancellations etc due to the pandemic.
Flawless & an Amazing Holiday 1
Jasmin, VIC, Australia, May 2019
We had the best holidays of our lifetime! Everything was top notch, from the excellent service from Jemma at Global Journeys, our very professional APT Tour Director Mary, coach driver Rob and our Alaska cruise guide, the lovely Cara, they just made the whole trip almost flawless, first class in every way.
They really looked after us very well and ...read more exceeded our expectations. We had a terrific holiday. A huge thank you to all especially Jemma, she was extremely helpful, provided great guidance with the trip from the beginning until the very end. Really glad that we booked through Global Journeys, would highly recommend their service!
They really looked after us very well and ...read more exceeded our expectations. We had a terrific holiday. A huge thank you to all especially Jemma, she was extremely helpful, provided great guidance with the trip from the beginning until the very end. Really glad that we booked through Global Journeys, would highly recommend their service!
Wonderful Rockies & Alaska tour. 3
Geoff & Marian, VIC, Australia, May 2019
Wonderful tour with APT, very well organised, great tour guides and coach driver. Cruise to Alaska was very relaxing after a hectic ground tour.
Wonderful trip. 4
Marilyn, VIC, Australia, Aug 2017
Both Canada and Alaska parts were great. It is very hard to put out one thing cause everything was just wonderful. The group of fellow passengers were great and there was no trouble with anyone and the mix of people were great. Global Journeys were a great help with everything we need. Thank you so much.
So many wonderful thoughts in my head! 4
Paula, QLD, Australia, Jun 2015
This is what I wrote to my best friend about the trip. It sums it up. So many wonderful thoughts in my head. Sitting on a sundeck in a herb garden outside our room in Vancouver when we arrived with a beer. So tired yet so exhilarated by being in Canada we stayed up and partied all afternoon! The Rocky Mountaineer train trip....... bloody hell it was ...read more amazing mate. Forests, streams, lakes and mountains snow capped and water falls. All seen whilst being served the most amazing food and drinks you have ever eaten.. The dome carriage gold leaf is the only way to go. My most emotional moment was on blue river on the River Safari where we went on rafts out to the wilderness and just slowly stalked the lands edge looking for bears. We floated silently and waited and WOW ! Black bears eating and just clumsily strolling along the river bank not knowing we were there. I cried happy tears. You could hear the sticks crack on the bank as they walked along. WOW. LOL
My next one is glacier bay. It was the most eerie place ever... Small and large ice burgs in the water as the ship quietly drifted through and then you would here hissss. The water touching the the ice as we sailed passed. Then the most amazing thing I have ever seen was in front of me. A glacier !! OMG Its width and height was overwhelming and the colours in it. We slowly drifted passed it and I can honestly say I thought I was in another place other than this earth. No sound just every now and then massive cracks like thunder. We were so lucky as we heard the most amazing crack and then part of the glacier fell into the sea. I thought I was in a movie ! The friends I made and the things i saw mate. I hope this gives you an idea of my favourite moments.
My next one is glacier bay. It was the most eerie place ever... Small and large ice burgs in the water as the ship quietly drifted through and then you would here hissss. The water touching the the ice as we sailed passed. Then the most amazing thing I have ever seen was in front of me. A glacier !! OMG Its width and height was overwhelming and the colours in it. We slowly drifted passed it and I can honestly say I thought I was in another place other than this earth. No sound just every now and then massive cracks like thunder. We were so lucky as we heard the most amazing crack and then part of the glacier fell into the sea. I thought I was in a movie ! The friends I made and the things i saw mate. I hope this gives you an idea of my favourite moments.
Just a delightful memory 4
Max & Barb Slater, WA, Australia, Aug 2014
This is just a note to say how much we enjoyed the tour of the Rockies and Alaska that you organised for us last August. It's a spectacular train journey and the accommodation all along the way was first rate. The tour leader, Sue, and the driver of the bus, Charles, were just lovely people. We thought that the 19 day tour was just enough for us - after ...read more that we went across to Toronto and up to Quebec .. then back by rail across Canada. That was a very relaxing and laid back part of our trip. Another thing .. the Air Canada flights (especially booking the exit row and bulkhead seats) was a pleasure ... great staff and we really enjoyed the company of the older stewards on the flight ... they were forever asking us if we wanted anything. Just brilliant. So altogether a great experience - even though at the end we were really happy to be home.
The only disappointment for us was the flight back from Sydney to Perth. The plane was one which had a central aisle and 3 seats either side ... extremely uncomfortable, and the worst food we had encountered. The stewards were very nice and helpful though. That might sound petty but Qantas needs to now look at some better seating in its economy class rather than just quantity and bottom line figures. Not sure if you've had any other complaints about that but I don't think we'll fly Qantas again even though we have been very supportive of the airline in the past. Hope you are keeping well and again, thanks for organising that tour for us, just a delightful memory.
The only disappointment for us was the flight back from Sydney to Perth. The plane was one which had a central aisle and 3 seats either side ... extremely uncomfortable, and the worst food we had encountered. The stewards were very nice and helpful though. That might sound petty but Qantas needs to now look at some better seating in its economy class rather than just quantity and bottom line figures. Not sure if you've had any other complaints about that but I don't think we'll fly Qantas again even though we have been very supportive of the airline in the past. Hope you are keeping well and again, thanks for organising that tour for us, just a delightful memory.
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