Canada, Alaska, USA, Luxury Escorted Touring, Rocky Mountaineer, Lake Louise, Alaska Cruises, Whistler Canada
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ROCKIES & ALASKA CRUISE HOLIDAYS | 53 CANADA'S AWE-INSPIRING ROCKY MOUNTAINS Day 7. Jasper. Are you ready to be acquainted with the World Heritage-listed landscapes of Jasper National Park? With our Freedom of Choice activities, it's your decision as to how you'll spend your morning. Perhaps take an exhilarating Harley-Davidson motorcycle sidecar tour, embark on a Maligne Valley experience, go rafting down the Athabasca River or ride the Jasper Tramway. You may prefer to set out on an interpretive nature hike or perhaps take part in an evening wildlife discovery. You've then time to relax before tonight's activity – a stylish alfresco dining experience set for you by the tranquil shores of Trefoil Lake. Relax in this memorable setting and absorb the beautiful rhythms of a group of First Nations performers while chefs transform the freshest regional produce into a gourmet barbecue dinner to savour. BD Day 8. Jasper, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise. Join the renowned Icefields Parkway and wind through the majestic scenery of the Canadian Rockies. After pausing to take in Maligne Canyon and Athabasca Falls, stop at the Columbia Icefield. Here, you'll board a specially designed Ice Explorer vehicle and journey right onto the surface of Athabasca Glacier. Later, in Banff National Park, admire Peyto Lake before continuing on to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise where you'll be treated to views of Lake Louise's impossibly blue waters from your room. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in a Lakeview Room. B Day 9. Lake Louise, Moraine Lake. Today's excursion takes you into the World Heritage-listed landscapes of Banff National Park. First, you'll travel to Moraine Lake and discover that this glacier-carved wonder is just as photogenic as the 'Jewel of the Rockies', Lake Louise. Then, join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the rich natural history of the area as you take a leisurely stroll along the shores of Lake Louise. Tonight, dine at your choice of restaurants located within your hotel. BD Day 10. Lake Louise, Banff. The morning takes you along the Trans-Canada Highway to Banff. On a tour of the town, look for the 'Rocky Mountain' style heritage buildings which feature locally sourced natural materials. You can't visit Banff without a ride on the Banff Gondola, which whisks you to the top of Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views out over six mountain ranges. On return to ground level, you'll Meet a Mountie and hear tales of the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police, then relax over dinner at one of your hotel's restaurants. Three Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Banff Springs in a Mountain View Room. BD ITINERARY OVERVIEW DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 1 Victoria Welcome Dinner 2 Victoria Freedom of Choice 3 Whistler Shannon Falls 4 Whistler Freedom of Choice 5 Sun Peaks Duffey and Seton Lakes 6 Jasper Blue River Safari, Mt Robson 7 Jasper Freedom of Choice 8 Lake Louise Ice Explorer Glacier Tour 9 Lake Louise Mountain Heritage Guide Walk 10 Banff Banff Gondola, Meet a Mountie 11 Banff Freedom of Choice 12 Banff Banff National Park DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 13 Banff, Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf 14 Kamloops, Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf 15 Vancouver Guided City Tour 16 Vancouver Holland America Line Cruise 17 Inside Passage Islands and Fjords 18 Juneau Tracy Arm 19 Skagway Klondike Gold Rush Heritage 20 Glacier Bay Glaciers and Wildlife 21 Ketchikan Misty Fjords National Monument 22 Inside Passage Coastal British Columbia 23 Vancouver Farewell You're at the gateway to some of the world's most beautiful scenery in Banff National Park