17 Day Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies with Scenic Rail & Alaska Cruise

Stetsons and Skyscrapers  
Welcome to Calgary, where cowboys still ride tall in the saddle below the skyline of Alberta, affectionately known as “Cowtown.” At 6:00 p.m., meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
 

City Slickers and Sapphire Shores  
Take an orientation drive through cosmopolitan Calgary before heading to Lake Louise. Upon arrival, take a leisurely guided heritage walk along the legendary lakeshore. Free time this afternoon and evening at the exclusive Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. (B,D)
 

Natural Wonders in the Rockies  
Take a scenic drive through Banff’s mountain cathedrals that tower above Natural Bridge, Kicking Horse River, and Emerald Lake. Continue north as the Icefields Parkway reveals spectacular vistas, including the picturesque Peyto Lake (weather permitting). Next stop, Jasper National Park, a Dark Sky Preserve and the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy free time this afternoon. (B,D) 
 

The Wilderness Spirit  
Enjoy a leisurely start to the day at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, ideally situated in the heart of Jasper National Park. From world-class hiking trails to crystal-clear glacier-fed lakes, you can choose relaxation or adventure. This afternoon, a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island reveals the wild beauty of an alpine wonderland. Free time this evening in Jasper National Park. (B) 
 

Peak Perfection  
Depart Jasper with a scenic drive on the Icefields Parkway en route to Columbia Icefield. Explore how landscapes are shaped with an epic ride aboard the mighty Columbia Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle. Continue through Banff National Park to discover breathtaking beauty beyond imagination. Free time this evening in Banff. (B) 
 

Spend Your Day Your Way in Banff
Explore Banff National Park with a scenic drive around Tunnel Mountain and witness the wonder of Bow River Falls with views of the peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Later, take advantage of an optional helicopter flightseeing trip with dramatic aerial views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff, visit the Banff Gondola at Sulphur Mountain, or stroll the town’s colourful streets.  
Discover more of Banff with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions. Choose between a guided horseback ride through mountain landscapes or a docent-led visit to the Whyte Museum followed by a scenic cruise on Lake Minnewanka.
Enjoy a farewell dinner this evening and meet an officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to hear tales in true Mounties tradition. (B,D)
 

All Aboard in Banff!  
This morning, wave goodbye to your Tour Director and Driver in Banff before boarding Rocky Mountaineer to travel over the Continental Divide and along the Kicking Horse River. Continue westward to Shuswap Lake, then overnight in Kamloops. Tonight, enjoy free time in Kamloops. (B,L) 
 

End of the Line, Vancouver! 
Continue aboard your Rocky Mountaineer train, passing through the fertile Thompson Valley and the Fraser Canyon. This afternoon, arrive in Vancouver, where you’ll be transferred to your hotel for a 2-night stay. (B,L) 
 

Beautiful City of BC 
A full day at leisure to explore this vibrant city. (B)
 

Alaskan Adventure by Sea  
Enjoy free time this morning in Vancouver. This afternoon transfer to the cruise terminal before embarking on your 7-night Alaska Inside Passage cruise. (B,D)
 

Glacial Fjords & Grand Forests  
Alaska’s Inside Passage is a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests along the rugged coast of Southeast Alaska. One of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. (B,L,D)
 

Coastal Cliffs & The Catch of the Day 
Steep cliffs and glacier-covered mountains flank the Tracy Arm fjord, fringed by the largest intact coastal temperate rainforest in the United States where old-growth trees took hold of the mouth of the fjord long ago as the Ice Age retreated. Continue cruising to Juneau, Alaska and visit the most remote state capital in the United States. Surrounded by water, forest, and mountain sights, visitors in Juneau can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio, and tour a grand capitol building all in one day. (B,L,D)
 

The Rush for Gold  
At the height of the Klondike Gold Rush, the port town of Skagway served as the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields and quickly grew into Alaska’s largest settlement. It was then a raucous frontier hub packed with trading posts, saloons, and guesthouses. As the gold rush faded into the 1900s, so did Skagway—but today it has been reinvigorated as a gateway for modern explorers to discover Alaska’s colourful history, pristine wilderness habitats, and unrivaled natural beauty. (B,L,D)
 

Ice Dancing 
Cruise Glacier Bay (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), where the creaks and groans of “living” ice, the shrill cries of gulls and soaring eagles, the splash of breaching humpback whales provide a thrilling spectacle of nature’s power. Frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers (there are seven in the park), and frequent wildlife sightings on Glacier Bay cruises are just a few of the thrilling experiences in this unique and beautiful biosphere. (B,L,D)
 

Port of Call 
Experience an adventure in Ketchikan, home to picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage, where the town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain. Consider an optional guided rainforest walk in the Tongass National Forest and a visit to the Southeast Alaska Discovery Center to explore the rich Alaska Native culture and coastal rainforest ecosystem during your time in Ketchikan. (B,L,D)
 

Where the Wild Things Are 
Scenic cruising through the Inside Passage again for more thrilling opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife. Enjoy the amenities and entertainment onboard the ship, recharge with a spa service, or savour the last full day of sailing from the observation deck. (B,L,D)
 

Safe travels until we meet again!  
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. Schedule departing flights from Vancouver after 12:00 pm. Want to explore more in Vancouver? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)