Canada, Alaska, USA, Luxury Escorted Touring, Rocky Mountaineer, Lake Louise, Alaska Cruises, Whistler Canada
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ROCKIES & ALASKA CRUISE HOLIDAYS | 57 Day 6. Jasper, Athabasca Glacier, Banff. Set out along Highway 93, the Icefields Parkway, and experience one of world's most scenic stretches that winds past the ancient glaciers, icefields, valleys and lakes that straddle the Continental Divide. After pausing to take in Maligne Canyon and Athabasca Falls, stop at the giant Columbia Icefield. Here, you'll board an Ice Explorer vehicle and journey right onto the surface of Athabasca Glacier. Having entered Banff National Park, you will then admire the turquoise waters of Peyto Lake before continuing on to the mountain township of Banff and the magnificent 'Castle in the Rockies' – The Fairmont Banff Springs. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Banff Springs. B Day 7. Banff. Deepen your appreciation of Banff National Park's beauty exploring the region on your selected activity. You may like to take part in the Banff Experience – which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, the birthplace of Canada's national parks. Alternatively, enjoy astonishing views as you soar over the park on a heli-flightseeing trip; discover the beautiful Bow River on a float trip or by canoe; relax and pamper yourself at the Willow Stream Spa; or enjoy a leisurely cruise on nearby Lake Minnewanka. For dinner this evening, select from a number of restaurants located within your hotel. BD Day 8. Banff, Moraine Lake, Lake Louise. Meet a Mountie and hear tales of the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Afterwards, board the Banff Gondola and ascend to the top of Sulphur Mountain, where you'll be awestruck by the sweeping panoramic views out over six mountain ranges. Feet back on the ground, enjoy a tour of the town, before setting out along the Trans-Canada Highway. Travel through the lush forest of Banff National Park to Moraine Lake. After pausing to admire the beauty of this stunning glacial lake, continue to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Here, join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the rich natural history of the region as you take a leisurely stroll beside the shores of Lake Louise. Having no doubt worked up an appetite, you'll appreciate the chance to decide which of your hotel's restaurants you'd like to dine in tonight. Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in a Lakeview Room. BD Day 9. Lake Louise, Kelowna. Your sights are set on the Okanagan Valley, Canada's second-largest wine growing region. Today you'll cross Kicking Horse Pass, which takes you across the Continental Divide of the Americas and back into British Columbia. After descending from the magnificent Canadian Rockies, you'll then travel through three of the province's fabled national parks – Yoho, Glacier and Mt Revelstoke – before arriving in the city of Kelowna, located close to the vineyards and wine estates of the Okanagan Valley. Stay: Kelowna, Delta Grand Okanagan. BD ITINERARY OVERVIEW DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 1 Vancouver Welcome Dinner 2 Vancouver Guided City Tour 3 Vancouver, Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf 4 Kamloops, Jasper Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf 5 Jasper Freedom of Choice 6 Banff Ice Explorer Glacier Tour 7 Banff Freedom of Choice 8 Banff, Lake Louise Meet a Mountie, Banff Gondola 9 Kelowna Okanagan Valley 10 Whistler Seton and Duffey Lakes 11 Whistler Freedom of Choice DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 12 Victoria Shannon Falls 13 Victoria Freedom of Choice 14 Vancouver Holland America Line Cruise 15 Inside Passage Islands and Fjords 16 Juneau Tracy Arm 17 Skagway Klondike Gold Rush Heritage 18 Glacier Bay Glaciers and Wildlife 19 Ketchikan Misty Fjords National Monument 20 Inside Passage Coastal British Columbia 21 Vancouver Farewell Stand in awe of the famous peaks of Canada's Rocky Mountains