Canada, Alaska, USA, Luxury Escorted Touring, Rocky Mountaineer, Lake Louise, Alaska Cruises, Whistler Canada
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ALASKA JOURNEYS | 95 Day 7. Lake Louise, Banff. Join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the rich natural history of the region as you take a leisurely stroll by the shores of Lake Louise. Then set out along the Trans-Canada Highway through the forest of Banff National Park. En route, stop to absorb one of the most photographed panoramas of Banff National Park, the turquoise waters of Moraine Lake. In Banff later, head to the town centre for a tour, then board the Banff Gondola and ascend Sulphur Mountain from where you'll enjoy panoramic views out over six surrounding mountain ranges. On return to ground level, you'll Meet a Mountie and hear tales of the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Look forward to dining at one of your hotel's restaurants tonight. Two Night Stay: Banff National Park, The Fairmont Banff Springs. BD Day 8. Banff. World Heritage-listed Banff National Park is without a doubt one of the most incredible locations of Canada's Rocky Mountains. While it is best-known as a winter playground, the warmer months bring lush landscapes that are perfect for outdoor activities. Experience it all on your chosen activity today. You may like to take part in the Banff Experience – which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, absorb captivating bird's-eye views of the national park on a wonderful heli-flightseeing trip. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River or, for the more adventurous, join a guide and go for a paddle in a canoe. You might like to spend your morning relaxing at the Willow Stream Spa or set out on a cruise on Lake Minnewanka. You'll look forward to a relaxing evening left free for you to enjoy your surrounds. B ROCKY MOUNTAINEER RAIL JOURNEY Day 9. Banff, Rocky Mountaineer, Kamloops. Board the Rocky Mountaineer and relax in your GoldLeaf carriage as you travel through the Rockies. Traverse Kicking Horse Pass, travel through the Spiral Tunnels and journey past Shuswap Lake to the city of Kamloops. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (Kamloops has limited accommodation, two or three-star hotels). BL Day 10. Kamloops, Rocky Mountaineer, Vancouver. Your rail journey continues this morning. Enjoy views to rocky slopes as your train follows the Thompson River. Pass Hell's Gate in Fraser Canyon and admire the Coast Mountains on the way to Vancouver. Two Night Stay: Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver (or similar). BL ITINERARY OVERVIEW DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 1 Victoria Welcome Dinner 2 Victoria The Butchart Gardens 3 Whistler Shannon Falls 4 Sun Peaks Duffey and Seton Lakes 5 Jasper Blue River Safari, Mt Robson 6 Lake Louise Ice Explorer Glacier Tour 7 Banff Banff Gondola, Meet a Mountie 8 Banff Freedom of Choice 9 Banff, Kamloops Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf 10 Kamloops, Vancouver Rocky Mountaineer – GoldLeaf 11 Vancouver Guided City Tour 12 Vancouver Princess Cruises Alaska Cruise 13 Inside Passage Islands and Fjords DAY DESTINATION HIGHLIGHT 14 Ketchikan Misty Fjords National Monument 15 Juneau Tracy Arm 16 Skagway Klondike Gold Rush Heritage 17 Glacier Bay Glaciers and Wildlife 18 College Fjord Tidewater Glaciers 19 Denali (Mt McKinley) Direct-to-the-Wilderness Rail Service 20 Denali (Mt McKinley) Freedom of Choice 21 Denali National Park Sun Dog Kennels, Music of Denali Musical Theatre 22 Denali National Park Tundra Wilderness Tour 23 Fairbanks Sternwheeler Cruise 24 Fairbanks Gold Dredge 8 Tour 25 Fairbanks Farewell Hop off your ship and straight onto Princess Cruises' Direct-to-the-Wilderness rail service