Canada and Alaska Touring, Canadian Rockies, East Coast, Alaska and USA, Cruise Alaska, Tour USA
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34 Day 1. Arrive Vancouver. Situated between the Coast Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver is one of the world's most beautiful cities. Be met upon arrival at Vancouver airport and transfer to your hotel. You'll meet fellow travellers and your Travelmarvel Tour Director at a Welcome Reception this evening. Stay: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel. Day 2. Vancouver, VIA Rail. This morning, discover Vancouver's best-loved attractions on a sightseeing tour, including the Waterfront, Gastown, Granville Island and Stanley Park. Enjoy this afternoon at leisure to relax or explore the city further. Later this evening, board the VIA Rail for your overnight train journey to the Canadian Rockies. Stay: VIA Rail, Sleeper Touring Class. B Day 3. VIA Rail, Jasper. Awake to stunning views as you travel into the Canadian Rockies, and enjoy exclusive access to the Park Car and its glass-domed observation deck. Arrive in the fairytale setting of Jasper National Park this afternoon. Stay: Jasper, Mountain Park Lodges. BL Day 4. Jasper, Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise. Leave Jasper today and travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. Then, stop at the Columbia Icefield for a memorable ride onto Athabasca Glacier in an Ice Explorer. Later, travel to world-famous Lake Louise, known as the 'Jewel of the Rockies'. Stay: Lake Louise Inn. BD Day 5. Lake Louise, Banff. This morning, travel to see the turquoise waters of glacier-fed Moraine Lake (weather permitting) on your way to beautiful Banff National Park. This afternoon, explore the charming town of Banff on a sightseeing tour, then ride the Banff Gondola for incredible views. Stay (Two Nights): Banff Park Lodge. BD Day 6. Banff. Enjoy today at your leisure to relax and explore. Enhance Your Journey: if you're after adventure, then consider joining a heli-flightseeing tour for aerial views of this breathtaking region. Perhaps watch for local wildlife on an exhilarating Bow River float trip or set off on a fascinating Banff Experience Tour (see page 83). B Day 7. Banff, Quaaout Lodge. After breakfast this morning, descend from the Rockies to the beautiful fir-cloaked region of Revelstoke, then continue to Little Shuswap Lake. Special Stay – learn about Canada's indigenous culture on an interpretive walk and enjoy a First Nations-inspired dinner as you unwind at Quaaout Lodge & Spa. Stay: Quaaout Lodge & Spa. BD Day 8. Quaaout Lodge, Whistler. Travel through the scenic Cariboo region this morning, before arriving in Whistler. This renowned alpine resort-town, is considered an adventure playground for outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year. At its heart, Whistler Village is also home to a host of cafés, restaurants, shops and art galleries waiting to be enjoyed and explored. Stay: Aava Whistler Hotel. B Highlights of the Rockies & Alaska Cruise 17 Days | Vancouver | VIA Rail | Jasper | Lake Louise | Banff | Whistler | Inside Passage Delight in the gorgeous views of the Rockies aboard the VIA Rail YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Guaranteed Ocean-view Stateroom on board your seven-night Holland America Line Alaskan cruise Overnight rail journey aboard VIA Rail in Sleeper Touring Class Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a special Farewell Dinner 9 nights premium accommodation Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver 34 delicious meals – 16 Breakfasts (B), 7 Lunches (L) and 11 Dinners (D) Tipping for land and cruise staff, port charges and airport transfers INSIDER EXPERIENCES Unwind at the First Nations-owned and operated Quaaout Lodge & Spa MORE HIGHLIGHTS Enjoy access to the glass-domed Park Car for stunning views during your VIA Rail journey through the Rocky Mountains Travel onto the Athabasca Glacier for an exhilarating ride on an Ice Explorer Delight in spectacular views of the Rockies on a Banff Gondola Enjoy an informative Vancouver sightseeing tour – www.travelmarvel.com.au –