In supplier order. Some entries may cover multiple days; optional experiences are described by the supplier.
Sample itinerary. Choose a departure for its exact itinerary and hotel plan.
Day 1 — UK - Calgary - Banff
Our nationwide shared chauffeur service collects you from home for your flight to Calgary. On arrival, we transfer to the beautiful city of Banff, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. This mountain town is the stuff Rocky Mountain holiday dreams are made of.
Day 2 — Banff - Lake Louise
Today we discover the naturally beautiful, unspoiled, rugged landscapes surrounding Banff, as we visit one of the Canadian Rockies’ most beloved destinations - Lake Louise - with turquoise waters sparkling underneath the towering Victoria Glacier.
This evening take a stroll down Banff Avenue and soak up the atmosphere of this lovely mountain resort.
Day 3 — Banff
Today is free to explore Banff at your leisure. Maybe take the gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain for spectacular views and great photo opportunities or take a helicopter ride for a bird’s-eye view of the mountain ranges.
Day 4 — Columbia Icefield - Jasper
Today we travel the Icefields Parkway, considered one of the most scenic highways in the world offering ever-changing scenery of waterfalls, emerald lakes, alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks. We make a stop at the Columbia Icefield, on the boundary of the Banff and Jasper National Parks, and board an Ice Explorer that has been specially designed for glacier travel (subject to favourable weather conditions). We continue our journey to our hotel in Jasper.
Day 5 — Jasper
This morning we discover Jasper National Park with its many iconic landmarks such as the shores of Medicine Lake, and one of the most photographed lakes in the world - Maligne Lake. This evening we enjoy an included dinner with an interpretative talk.
Meals: Dinner
Day 6 — Sun Peaks
Today we drive through the Rockies, past Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, to Sun Peaks. This popular alpine ski resort is a summer playground too, and a peaceful overnight stop to enjoy the mountains.
Day 7 — Vancouver
It’s an early start today for our journey to Vancouver.
Day 8 — Vancouver
A leisurely morning before we transfer to the harbour to board our ship, for an unforgettable cruise to Alaska.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Day 9 — Inside Passage
The fabled Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea lanes in the world, and one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls. Calm and sheltered, this scenic ‘marine highway’ is cut deeply by fjords and passes dense forests and snow-capped peaks. Keep a watchful eye out for wildlife including seals, whales and bald eagles.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10 — Juneau
Today we sail along narrow fjords to reach Juneau, the state capital of Alaska and the gateway to the Tongass National Forest. You can explore the compact city centre, or perhaps choose to join a whale-watching trip in the nearby waters.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11 — Skagway
We arrive in Skagway early this morning. Gold-rush history is a big part of holidays to Alaska, and you'll find plenty of it here. This compact town was the starting point for the Chilkoot Trail and still remains rich in gold mining history and character with its boardwalks, pebble streets and original buildings.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12 — Glacier Bay National Park
We awake to the unforgettable scenery of Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Glacier Bay has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than anywhere else in the world and is home to huge icebergs and an abundance of birds and wildlife. We depart late afternoon for Ketchikan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13 — Ketchikan
A morning arrival into Ketchikan, built out over the water and climbing weathered stairways. Ketchikan stretches along a narrow shelf of shoreline beneath the slope of Deer Mountain. The main attractions of this unique town are Creek Street, Totem Bight State Park and Saxman Village.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 14 — Inside Passage
We travel southwards, back through the Inside Passage, with more opportunities of wildlife sightings.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15 — Vancouver
We arrive back into Vancouver this morning and disembark. Our coach awaits to take us on an orientation tour so you can familiarise yourself with this cosmopolitan city. You may choose one of our optional excursions.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 16 — Vancouver
Today you’re free to explore this coastal city on your own. Maybe take a stroll to Gastown to see the famous steam clock or explore the attractive Stanley Park.
Day 17 — Vancouver - In flight
Time this morning for some last-minute souvenir shopping or sightseeing before our transfer to the airport, for your return flight to the UK.
Day 18 — UK
Upon arrival your vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
