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42 Day 1. Arrive Vancouver Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. Meet your Tour Director at a Welcome Reception this evening. Stay: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Hotel. Day 2. Vancouver, VIA Rail 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 access to the Park Car and its glass-domed observation deck. Arrive in Jasper National Park this afternoon. Stay: Jasper, Mountain Park Lodges. BL Day 4. Jasper, Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise Depart Jasper today and travel along the Icefields Parkway. You'll then stop at the Columbia Icefield for a ride onto Athabasca Glacier in an Ice Explorer. Later, travel to Canada's world-famous natural wonder Lake Louise. Stay: Lake Louise Inn. BD Day 5. Lake Louise, Banff See the turquoise waters of glacier-fed Moraine Lake (weather permitting) on your way to beautiful Banff National Park. This afternoon, explore Banff on a sightseeing tour, then ride the Banff Gondola for incredible views. Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge. B Day 6. Banff Enjoy today at your leisure to relax and explore the surrounds of Banff National Park. If you're after adventure, then consider joining a heli-flightseeing tour for aerial views of this breathtaking region. Others might like to watch for local wildlife on an exhilarating Bow River float trip, or you may choose to set off on a fascinating Banff Experience Tour during which you'll discover more of the history of Banff and visit Johnston Canyon (see page 94). B Day 7. Banff, Quaaout Lodge Descend from the Rockies to the beautiful fir-cloaked region of Revelstoke, then continue to the pretty location of Little Shuswap Lake. Gain an insight into the history of Canada's indigenous culture on an interpretive walk, and enjoy a First Nations-inspired dinner at Quaaout Lodge & Spa. Stay: Quaaout Lodge & Spa. BD Day 8. Quaaout Lodge, Whistler Travel through the vast landscapes of the Cariboo region today, before arriving in Whistler. This famous alpine resort-town has long been considered an adventure playground for outdoor enthusiasts, and there is plenty here for you to discover with a day at leisure to explore. Stay: Aava Whistler Hotel. B Day 9. Whistler, Vancouver This morning after breakfast, you have time at leisure to enjoy exploring Whistler. In Whistler, you may like to explore nearby forests by Tree Trek or Zip Trek or perhaps set off on a Blackcomb Glacier Jeep Safari. Alternatively, take a float trip down Bow River (see pages 95). Later, travel the Sea to Sky Highway to Vancouver and enjoy a Farewell Dinner. Stay: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Hotel. BD Day 10. Vancouver, Embark Cruise After a leisurely morning in Vancouver, its time to board your premium cruise ship for your exciting seven-night Inside Passage cruise. Enjoy dinner on board and relax amid your ship's comfortable facilities. Seven Nights: Holland America Line's ms Nieuw Amsterdam. BD HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ROCKIES & ALASKA CRUISE Vancouver n VIA Rail n Jasper Lake Louise n Banff n Whistler Inside Passage 17 Days 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 including the First Nations- owned and operated Quaaout Lodge & Spa ✓ Services of a Canadian Travelmarvel Tour Director and Driver ✓ 33 meals – 16 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L) and 10 dinners (D) ✓ Tipping for all cruise staff, port charges and airport transfers