Western Journey & Optional Cruise
ESCORTED COACH TOUR
CALGARY | BANFF | KAMLOOPS | WHISTLER | VANCOUVER | OPTIONAL ALASKA CRUISE
Experience the must-see highlights on this value for money tour of the Canadian Rockies. Journey from sky to sea through craggy Rocky Mountain passes and tour Pacific coastlines with stunning vistas of fjords and glacial valleys. Marvel at sparkling glaciers, plunging canyons and fierce rivers as you explore the wild paths of fur traders.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Discover picturesque Banff National Park
- Explore the pretty alpine town of Banff or take a tour to the Columbia Icefield
- See Yoho National Park
- Alpine Whistler and the Peak2Peak Gondola
- Journey along the spectacular Sea-to-Sky Highway
- Visit Multicultural Vancouver including Granville Market, Gastown and Stanley Park
- Take and optional Alaska cruise for pristine wilderness and historic ports
Your Itinerary
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Day 9
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Day 10
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Day 11
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Day 12
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Day 13
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Day 14
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Day 15
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Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Day 15
Day 9 : Inside Passage
Relax on board today as you cruise the Inside Passage. Shaped by the staggering force of massive glaciers millions of years ago, the Inside Passage boasts wildlife-filled fjords and lush island scenery; a perfect habitat for bald eagles, sea lions, porpoises and whales.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10 : Juneau
Alaska’s capital city was born in the gold rush of 1880. Today it’s the scenery and fauna that is the town’s fortune. During your stop in Juneau, perhaps experience a dog sled ride over a glacier, sample salmon baked over a fire or pan for gold (all optional).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11 : Skagway
A hundred years ago some 20,000 gold prospectors came stampeding through Skagway, a little town that survives today with its false fronted buildings and wooden boardwalks lining the streets. Discover gold prospecting or view some of the local wildlife (both optional).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12 : Glacier Bay
Glacier Bay is home to an abundance of wildlife; rangers will join you today to explain the geological wonders and wildlife of this unique region.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13 : Ketchikan
The name ‘Ketchikan’ comes from the native language word for ‘Where the eagles meet”. Much of the town’s colourful past is still in evidence, like the world’s largest collection of totem poles, staring out to see. Ketchikan and its surrounds present a range of attractions, including Misty Fjords National Monument, one of America’s largest wilderness areas.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 14 : Inside Passage
Spend the day cruising the Inside Passage.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 15 : Vancouver - departure
Arrive into Vancouver early this morning and make your own way to the airport. Please do not arrange flights before 1pm.
Meals Included: Breakfast.
