Majestic Alaska & Rocky Mountains

Day 1 - Fly UK to Calgary & transfer to Banff Hotel

Arrive in Calgary and transfer to your downtown Banff Hotel (included).

Day 2 - Icefield Parkway Tour

Today we have included the Icefields Parkway full day tour.

Duration: 10 hours 45 minutes

Experience the power of glaciers up-close on this exciting tour that highlights the most unique attraction in the Canadian Rockies; the Columbia Icefield Adventure. Travel on a massive Ice Explorer onto an ancient glacier and step out onto ice that is deep enough to bury the Eiffel Tower. Stand in the sky at the Glacier Skywalk, a curved glass walkway that stretches 30 metres from the sheer face of a cliff and hangs mid-air. This tour is filled with exciting experiences, spectacular sights, intriguing stories and the best photo opportunities.

Highlights: - Lake Louise - Icefields Parkway - Crowfoot Glacier - Bow Lake - Columbia Icefield - Ice Explorer (admission included) - Glacier Skywalk (admission included) - Hot buffet lunch at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre - Dedicated on-board host - Light snacks & refreshments

Note: - Stops listed in the itinerary may be substituted based on the driver's discretion. Some stops may be unavailable due to seasonality, weather conditions or traffic delays.

Day 3 - Discover Banff & It's Wildlife

Explore the historic landmarks and natural wonders near the town of Banff on this half-day, small-group tour. Admire the unparalleled beauty of natural sights including Bow Falls, the surreal Hoodoos rock formation, and beautiful Lake Minnewanka, among others. This guided tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Banff, a professional guide, and light refreshments.

Day 4 - Embark Rocky Mountaineer in Banff, rail journey to Kamloops

Now your venture into the heart of the mountains begins in earnest. Continuing along the South Thompson River, you’ll witness historic Craigellachie. This spot marks where the Last Spike was driven home on the Canadian Pacific Railway line, uniting the nation. You’ll marvel at man’s ingenuity as the Rocky Mountaineer train enters the Spiral Tunnels, bored through solid rock beneath a mountain over a century ago. You’ll gaze in wonder at cascading waterfalls and icy glaciers spilling over the lips of the peaks above, on your way from the charming alpine town of Banff and the brilliant waters of Lake Louise. All of this craggy wilderness is yours to embrace, from the comfort of your luxurious Rocky Mountaineer coach.

Day 5 - Rocky Mountaineer from Kamloops to Vancouver, transfer to hotel

Journey through the farmlands of the Fraser Valley. From fertile greenery, the landscape transforms to the towering peaks of the Coast Mountains. You’ll see the mighty Fraser River and the raging white waters of Hell’s Gate. The train will slow to fully appreciate this narrow canyon where the volume of water rushing through is about three times greater than Niagara Falls. Then, the landscape undergoes another transformation and you’ll find yourself amid scrub brush and desert. Transfers in Kamloops and Vancouver provided by Rocky Mountaineer

Day 6 - Enjoy Vancouver with the Hop on Hop off Bus

Spend today at your leisure taking in the best of Vancouver. We have included the Hop on Hop off bus today which stops at many popular attractions across Vancouver. Make sure you take a stroll along Coal Harbour into Stanley Park, along the seawall with view of Lions Gate Bridge, before stopping off at English Bay. We recommend taking the aqua bus from downtown to Granville Island, time it for lunch or an afternoon Galeto and/or cake at Granville Market.

Day 7 - Enjoy Vancouver

Today is at your leisure, why not speak to one of our Canada Experts about details and the price to add on a full day tour from Vancouver to the capital Victoria, on Vancouver Island or up to Whistler taking a ride on the awe-inspiring Sea 2 Sky gondola.

Day 8 - Embark Celebrity Solstice in Vancouver

Spend this morning at your leisure before making your way to Canada Place for your 7-night Alaska Cruise with Celebrity Cruise onboard the Celebrity Solstice.   

Day 9 - Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage

The dramatic scenery of the Inside Passage has been shaped by glaciers for millions of years. The terrain here is verdant and vivid – mysterious forests blanket the towering mountains.

Day 10 - Icy Strait Point, Alaska

Go whale watching, learn Tinglit tribal customs or fly high above Port Frederick on a zip-rider. Later, tuck into the ultimate halibut and chips at the Hoonah Packing Company cannery.

Day 11 - Hubbard Glacier Cruising, Alaska

The largest calving glacier on the North American continent, Hubbard Glacier calves off icebergs as high as 10-story buildings. This sends blocks of ice into the sea every few minutes.

Day 12 - Juneau, Alaska

Some sightseeing is best done from above. View the majestic Mendenhall Glacier from the East Glacier Loop Trail, or sail via gondola to Mount Roberts. Don’t miss the crab cakes.

Day 13 - Ketchikan, Alaska

Experience Eden firsthand. Kayak saltwater fjords fringed by forests, keeping an eye out for black bears and porpoises. Tour the great outdoors by foot, bike or zipline.

Day 14 - Scenic Cruising The Inside Passage

The dramatic scenery of the Inside Passage has been shaped by glaciers for millions of years. The terrain here is verdant and vivid – mysterious forests blanket the towering mountains.

Day 15 - Vancouver, disembark and fly to UK

Disembark the ship this morning and transfer to Vancouver Airport for your flight back to the UK.