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Iconic Rockies and Western Canada with Rocky Mountaineer (Goldleaf) and Alaska Cruise (Verandah Cabin)
Iconic Rockies and Western Canada with Rocky Mountaineer (Goldleaf) and Alaska Cruise (Verandah Cabin)
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Iconic Rockies and Western Canada with Rocky Mountaineer (Goldleaf) and Alaska Cruise (Verandah Cabin)
20 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada
Visiting: Vancouver, Chinatown, Vancouver, Gastown, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Victoria, Butchart Gardens, Victoria, Chemainus, Squamish, Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Whistler, Sun Peaks, Glacier National Park, Yoho National Park, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper, Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake, Spirit Island, Kamloops, Inside Passage, Tracy Arm, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park, Ketchikan
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DIRWGBA20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, Rail Tours, Wildlife Tours
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Iconic Rockies and Western Canada, culminating in a luxurious Alaska cruise. Begin your adventure in vibrant Vancouver, exploring its historic neighborhoods before venturing to the stunning Butchart Gardens and the scenic Sea-to-Sky Gondola. Experience the majestic beauty of the Canadian Rockies, with highlights including the Columbia Icefield Adventure and a cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island. Immerse yourself in First Nations culture at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and enjoy a luxury journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train. Conclude your trip with a breathtaking cruise through the Inside Passage, visiting charming towns like Skagway and witnessing the awe-inspiring Glacier Bay. This tour promises a perfect blend of nature, culture, and luxury.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Columbia Icefield Adventure, have a chat with a local retired Canadian Mountie to learn about their rich history and traditions.
- Discover Vancouver, Victoria
- Visit Local Vancouver Island Ciderhouse, Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Sea-to-Sky Gondola in Squamish, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Maligne Canyon, Kamloops, Mount Robson Visitor Centre
- View Stanley Park Totem Poles in Vancouver, Murals of Chemainus, Seton Lake, Bow Falls and Surprise Corner in Banff, Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Athabasca Falls, Mount Robson
- Cruise across Maligne Lake to Spirit Island
- See Glacier National Park of Canada, Yoho National Park, Section Lake
Make Travel Matter®
Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre: Enjoy an insightful visit at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Learn about the First Nations cultures as you delve into the history of the region.
Be My Guest
Jasper: Learn about the local flora through the lens of the Indigenous Peoples and how to make curated drink bitters utilizing the foraged ingredients as you enjoy storytelling and drumming during dinner.
Trafalgar Difference
Victoria: Located in Victoria, British Columbia’s picturesque Inner Harbour, the Hotel Grand Pacific brings you spectacular views of the harbor and easy access to sightseeing in Victoria. Stroll along the Inner Harbour or join a yoga class at the hotel's on-site athletic club. You'll also feel good knowing that the Hotel Grand Pacific is helping replenish vital ecosystems by partnering with Veritree to plant two trees for every night you stay and decline a stayover room clean.
Itinerary
Day 1: Voyage To Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown
Meals Included: Dinner
Tackle the ‘Great Outdoors’ on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a dinner.
Day 2: Sample Cider On Vancouver Island Dive Into Culture
Location: Chinatown, Vancouver, Gastown, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Victoria
Accommodation: Grand Pacific
Accommodation Name: Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, delve into the historic neighbourhoods of Chinatown and Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Tour a family-owned ciderhouse and taste local ciders while enjoying views overlooking the orchard, before continuing to Victoria.
Day 3: Explore Butchart Gardens In Victoria
Location: Butchart Gardens, Victoria, Victoria
Accommodation: Grand Pacific
Accommodation Name: Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colourfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria Whale Watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Day 4: Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish, and Whistler
Location: Chemainus, Squamish, Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Whistler
Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast
See the vivid murals of Chemainus. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.
Day 5: Explore Whistler Make Travel Matter
Location: Whistler
Accommodation: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Accommodation Name: Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contemporary pieces led by Aboriginal Ambassadors who share their own stories and first-hand cultural experiences. After lunch at the centre, enjoy your time at leisure.
Day 6: Travel To Sun Peaks
Location: Sun Peaks
Accommodation: Sun Peaks Lodge
Accommodation Name: Sun Peaks Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 7: Explore The Rocky Mountain National Parks
Location: Glacier National Park, Yoho National Park, Golden Skybridge, Banff National Park
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada’s highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweeping views of the Columbia Valley and the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges. We then overnight in beautiful Banff National Park.
Day 8: Wander Beautiful Banff
Location: Banff National Park
Accommodation: Banff Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Your morning is at leisure, perhaps do an optional gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning, you will have your orientation tour of Banff National Park. This evening, Dive into Culture and meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.
Day 9: Cross The Athabasca Glacier
Location: Lake Louise, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper
Accommodation: Forest Park Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.
Day 10: Walk Through the Wilderness in Jasper Connect with Locals
Location: Maligne Canyon, Maligne Lake, Spirit Island, Jasper
Accommodation: Forest Park Hotel
Accommodation Name: Forest Park Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Embark on an invigorating guided walk to Maligne Canyon. Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations land. Learn how to make curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients, enjoy a designer cocktail and listen to stories and drumming over dinner.
Day 11: All Aboard The Rocky Mountaineer
Location: Jasper, Kamloops
Accommodation: South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre
Accommodation Name: South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Embark on a two-day journey on the luxury Rocky Mountaineer with a night in Kamloops.
Day 12: Take a Rustic Railway to Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation: Pinnacle Harbourfront
Accommodation Name: Pinnacle Harbourfront
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Discover the elegance of yesteryear, continuing your journey through the clouds by rail until you reach Vancouver. An included transfer is offered from Vancouver train station to hotel.
Day 13: Embark On Your Alaskan Cruise
Location: Vancouver
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Make your way to The Port of Vancouver’s cruise terminal at Canada Place, where your Alaska cruise begins on the MS Koningsdam.
Day 14: Cruise Inside Passage
Location: Inside Passage
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Only accessible by boat or plane, cruise the Inside Passage for a unique view.
Day 15: Cruise Tracy Arm and Juneau
Location: Tracy Arm, Juneau
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive in Juneau where you can shop downtown, raft or flightsee.
Day 16: Glimpse At Gold Rush Life In Skagway
Location: Skagway
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Step into the town's past at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park.
Day 17: Cruise Through Glaciers
Location: Glacier Bay National Park
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From your ship, view pristine Glacier Bay, National Park.
Day 18: Discover The Charm Of Ketchikan
Location: Ketchikan
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visit the world's largest collection of standing totem poles or enjoy a variety of optionals.
Day 19: Sail The Remote Inside Passage
Location: Inside Passage, Vancouver
Accommodation Name: Holland America MS Koningsdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is a relaxing day as you cruise back to Vancouver.
Day 20: Depart Vancouver
Location: Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sail into Vancouver Harbor this morning with port arrival at approximately 9:30am. Depart at your leisure.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at various accommodations including Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Grand Pacific, Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa, Sun Peaks Lodge, Banff Park Lodge, Forest Park Hotel, and South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre.
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Rocky Mountaineer Journey
Embark on a two-day journey on the luxury Rocky Mountaineer with a night in Kamloops.
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Guided Tours and Experiences
Participate in guided tours and experiences such as the Columbia Icefield Adventure, a visit to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre, and a Be My Guest experience in Jasper.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as the Victoria Whale Watching cruise are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
Dining Summary
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with a combination of ferry rides, scenic drives, and a luxurious two-day journey on the Rocky Mountaineer train, offering breathtaking views of Western Canada's landscapes.Accommodation
Experience comfort and luxury with stays at the Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown, Grand Pacific, Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa, Sun Peaks Lodge, Banff Park Lodge, Forest Park Hotel, and South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre, culminating at the Pinnacle Harbourfront in Vancouver.Dive into Culture
Iconic Experience
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a variety of unique experiences such as a guided walk through Maligne Canyon, a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake stopping at Spirit Island, and a Be My Guest experience on traditional First Nations land where you can learn to make curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to meet a retired Canadian Mountie in Banff National Park and hear about their history.
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What cultural experiences are part of the tour?
Cultural experiences on the tour include a visit to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre where you can learn about First Nations cultures, and a cider tasting at a family-owned ciderhouse on Vancouver Island. In Banff National Park, you will meet a retired Canadian Mountie and hear stories about their history and traditions.
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What is the Rocky Mountaineer journey like?
The Rocky Mountaineer journey is a luxurious two-day train ride offering breathtaking views of Western Canada's landscapes. The journey includes an overnight stay in Kamloops and provides a unique opportunity to travel through the clouds by rail.
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What can I expect during the Alaskan cruise portion of the tour?
During the Alaskan cruise, you will sail on the MS Koningsdam through the Inside Passage, visit Juneau where you can shop or partake in activities like rafting or flightseeing, explore the historic town of Skagway, and view the pristine Glacier Bay National Park from the ship. The cruise also includes a visit to Ketchikan, known for its collection of standing totem poles.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities available such as the Victoria Whale Watching cruise where you can look out for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises, and seals.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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