4-Week North America Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 4-week North America tour itineraries

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• 27 Day Arctic Expedition Itinerary, incl. Iceland and Greenland

  A grand 27-day voyage connects 11 destinations across Iceland, Greenland, Canada, and USA. The route showcases Reykjavik's culture, Greenland's Ilulissat Icefjord, L'Anse aux Meadows Viking settlement, and historic Lunenburg. Daily Zodiac excursions and customized shore activities enrich each port visit.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Iceland Exploration

    Board the Scenic Eclipse in Reykjavik before 2 PM on day one. You'll have time to get comfortable in your suite and look around the ship before departure. The next stop is Grundarfjörður where the stunning Kirkjufell mountain makes for perfect photos. On day three you'll see the impressive Dynjandi Waterfall in the Westfjords. The 100-meter falls create lots of spray so waterproof gear is essential.

    
  • Days 4-7

    Eastern Greenland

    A sea day takes you to Greenland where you'll explore the Fridtjof Nansen peninsula and see the massive Greenland Ice Sheet meeting the ocean. The next few days take you through Skjoldungen Fjord and Prince Christian Sound. These passages only open in summer when the ice melts enough for ships to pass between the glaciers and granite cliffs.

    
  • Days 8-12

    Southern Greenland

    Visit Narsaq where Viking Erik the Red settled over 1000 years ago and see Nuuk's colorful buildings in Greenland's capital. You'll hear glaciers calving in Evighed Fjord and visit Ilulissat, which means "iceberg" in Inuit. The World Heritage Icefjord here is spectacular. The Sermeq Kujalleq Glacier releases 46 cubic kilometers of ice every year.

    
  • Days 13-18

    Western Greenland

    Your journey continues to Kangerlussuaq and its ice cap before spending time around Ilulissat's Disko Bay watching enormous icebergs. You'll see the active Eqip Sermia Glacier and visit Sisimiut just north of the Arctic Circle. Look for local crafts made from qiviut (muskox wool) here.

    
  • Days 19-23

    Atlantic Canada

    Cross the Davis Strait to Newfoundland and L'Anse aux Meadows, the only confirmed Viking site in North America. You'll explore Gros Morne National Park and the historic Fortress of Louisbourg. The maritime climate can change quickly so pack layers.

    
  • Days 24-27

    Maritime Provinces & New England

    The final leg includes Halifax's maritime sites, Lunenburg's UNESCO colonial buildings and Portland's coastal lighthouses before ending in Boston. Schedule your departure flight after noon on the last day.

    

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• 27 Days in Eastern Canada & USA, incl. Ottawa and Montreal

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Ottawa

    Start in Canada's capital. Get to Parliament Hill and the Rideau Canal early in your visit. The Fairmont Château Laurier makes a perfect base - you can walk to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony in the morning. One visitor shared: "The progressive dining experience through Ottawa's restaurants gave us an amazing taste of Canadian cuisine - don't miss the beaver tails!"

    
  • Days 3-4

    Quebec City

    Stop at Parc Oméga to see Canadian wildlife on your way to Quebec City. Walk the cobblestone streets of Old Quebec early before the cruise crowds show up. Stay at the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac. Take the Lower Town bike tour to see the area like a local - bikes work better than walking in Petit Champlain's narrow streets.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Montreal

    Drive the scenic Chemin du Roy to Montreal and visit a traditional sugar shack for real maple syrup. Join the Beyond the Market walking tour to sample local food. One traveler noted: "The Cadillac city tour showed us Montreal's street art that we would never have found ourselves."

    
  • Days 7-9

    Toronto & Niagara Falls

    After seeing the Thousand Islands, visit Toronto's main sites like the CN Tower (go early to skip lines). Get a Fallsview room at Niagara Falls. Book Table Rock Restaurant for dinner to see the falls lit up at night.

    
  • Days 10-14

    US East Coast Cities

    Visit Lancaster's Amish country before Washington DC. Tour the National Mall in the morning to avoid crowds. Try the Lower East Side food tour in NYC for local flavor. Take Amtrak's Acela to Boston and sit on the right for ocean views.

    
  • Days 15-27

    Scenic Eclipse Cruise

    Sail from Boston through New England to Canada's maritime provinces. Visit Halifax's waterfront beer gardens in early evening when locals gather. See Quebec City's old town before cruise ships arrive at 10 AM. The trip ends in Montreal - book late afternoon flights to clear customs easily.

    

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• 24 Days in Canada & Alaska, incl. Vancouver and Denali

  An immersive 24-day excursion visits 17 destinations across Canada and Alaska, including Vancouver, Banff National Park, and Denali. Highlights include 2-day Rocky Mountaineer rail experience, 7-night Princess Cruise through Inside Passage, and stays at distinctive properties like Emerald Lake Lodge.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Vancouver

    Arrive before 5 PM to meet your group. Your first full day takes you to Stanley Park's totem poles and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Get there early to avoid the crowds and take great photos of the 70-meter-high bridge.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Rocky Mountaineer Journey

    The train takes you through Fraser Valley to Kamloops, then on to Banff. You'll see the best mountain views in the afternoon as you get closer to the Rockies. Pack a small daypack with essentials since your main luggage travels by truck.

    
  • Days 5-7

    Banff & Jasper National Parks

    Visit Bow Falls and other Banff highlights. Get to Lake Louise by 8 AM to see the turquoise waters before crowds arrive. A fellow traveler shared: "The morning light on the glacial lake is incredible – worth the early wake-up call." Drive the Icefields Parkway to Jasper, where you'll spot wildlife best in early morning or late afternoon.

    
  • Days 12-18

    Alaska Cruise

    Start your 7-night Inside Passage cruise from Vancouver. Visit Creek Street in Ketchikan early for the best salmon viewing. In Juneau, take the first shuttle to Mendenhall Glacier. Keep your camera ready for Hubbard Glacier when the weather is clear.

    
  • Days 19-22

    Denali Region

    Take the "Direct to the Wilderness" train from Whittier, with mountain views from glass-domed cars. Spend two nights near Denali National Park for wildlife spotting. One visitor noted: "The early morning Tundra Wilderness Tour gave us incredible views of bears and moose when they're most active."

    
  • Days 23-24

    Fairbanks

    Finish your trip in Alaska's interior, where summer brings almost constant daylight. Take a sternwheeler cruise to experience Alaskan culture before heading home.

    

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