Itinerary
- Day 1
New York City
Land in New York City and get settled into your hotel. The evening is open for you to wander around the city on your own and get a feel for the place.
Landmarks/POIs New York City - Day 2
New York City
Start the day meeting your travel group at a welcome briefing, then head out on a guided tour with a local guide who'll show you film and TV locations, trendy neighborhoods, and classic spots like Broadway, Wall Street, and Times Square. After that, your time is free to do whatever you want.
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of New York City including film and television show locations, Broadway, Wall Street and Times Square
Landmarks/POIs Broadway Wall Street Times Square - Day 3
New York City
Begin with a private yacht cruise around Manhattan that includes a traditional New York bagel breakfast. Later, pick one of five optional activities: go to the Empire State Building for 360-degree views, take a hop-on hop-off bus tour, check out a Broadway behind-the-scenes tour, or do a Mafia and Mob tour. Spend the afternoon on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Traditional New York bagel breakfast on private yacht)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: New York City Private Yacht Cruise with traditional New York bagel breakfast
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice: Empire State Building observation deck with 360° views including Brooklyn Bridge and Central Park
- Freedom of Choice: New York City Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour with expert commentary visiting Empire State Building, Times Square, One World Trade Center and more
- Freedom of Choice: New York Broadway Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the theatre district
- Freedom of Choice: New York Mafia and Mob Tour exploring infamous sites and organised crime history
Landmarks/POIs Empire State Building Brooklyn Bridge Central Park One World Trade Center - Day 4
New York City to Philadelphia
Travel to Philadelphia by coach. Once you arrive, visit the Liberty Bell, which has been a symbol of American independence since 1752.
Included Activities
- Guided travel to Philadelphia
- Visit to the Liberty Bell
Landmarks/POIs Liberty Bell - Day 5
Philadelphia to Lancaster to Washington DC
Head from Philadelphia to Lancaster, a town with a large Amish community that goes back to the 18th century. You'll have a traditional Amish lunch, then continue on to Washington DC.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Amish lunch in Lancaster)
Included Activities
- Explore Lancaster village
- Signature Experience: Traditional Amish lunch in Lancaster
- Day 6
Washington DC
Take a guided tour of Washington DC's major landmarks, passing the White House and stopping at the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial. When the tour wraps up, you have the rest of the day to explore on your own.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Washington DC including The White House, Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial
Landmarks/POIs The White House Washington Monument Lincoln Memorial - Day 7
Washington DC to Niagara Falls
After breakfast, travel to Niagara Falls. Your hotel overlooks this natural wonder, which is actually made up of three separate waterfalls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Niagara Falls - Day 8
Niagara Falls to Niagara-on-the-Lake to Toronto
Early on, take a cruise to the base of Niagara Falls. Later in the day, you'll have lunch at a winery in nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake, then head to Toronto.
- Meals
- Lunch (Special lunch at a local winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake)
Included Activities
- Cruise to the base of Niagara Falls
- Signature Experience: Special lunch at a local winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Landmarks/POIs Niagara Falls - Day 9
Toronto
Go on a guided tour of Toronto that includes the CN Tower observation deck for panoramic views, plus historic Gastown, vibrant Chinatown, and vast Stanley Park. The rest of the day and evening are yours to spend however you want, whether that's the Distillery District, shops in Yorkville, or High Park.
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Toronto including CN Tower observation deck, Gastown, Chinatown and Stanley Park
Optional Activities
- Stroll through historic Distillery District
- Explore elegant shops and trendy restaurants in Yorkville
- Wander scenic paths of High Park
Landmarks/POIs CN Tower Gastown Chinatown Stanley Park - Day 10
Toronto to Thousand Islands to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa through Ontario. On the way, stop at the Thousand Islands for a scenic cruise where you'll see pine-covered islands, castles, and waterside mansions. Settle in at your hotel and relax over dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise of Thousand Islands
Landmarks/POIs Thousand Islands - Day 11
Ottawa
Start with a guided tour of Canada's capital, visiting Parliament Hill and other important sites. Then choose from five activities: Canadian Museum of History, Canadian War Museum, a guided bike tour on 600km of trails, a vintage biplane flight with a Canada Aviation and Space Museum visit, or a Rideau Canal cruise on an electric vessel.
Included Activities
- Guided discovery tour of Ottawa including Parliament Hill
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice: Canadian Museum of History admission including First Peoples Hall and Canadian History Hall
- Freedom of Choice: Canadian War Museum admission exploring military history through artefacts, artworks and interactive presentations
- Freedom of Choice: Guided bike tour through Ottawa's 600+ kilometres of paved bike paths connecting parks, museums and attractions
- Freedom of Choice: Vintage biplane experience in open-cockpit biplane with Canada Aviation and Space Museum visit
- Freedom of Choice: Rideau Canal cruise on electric vessel, the largest electric passenger vessel in North America, exploring historic landmarks established in 1812
Landmarks/POIs Parliament Hill Canadian Museum of History Canadian War Museum Rideau Canal Canada Aviation and Space Museum - Day 12
Ottawa to Sugar Shack to Montréal
Experience a traditional sugar shack where you'll see how maple syrup is made and have a Quebecois lunch. Continue to Montreal and then see the AURA multimedia show at Notre-Dame Basilica with unique projections and orchestral music.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Québécois fare at sugar shack)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: Visit a sugar shack, learn maple syrup production, traditional Québécois lunch
- Signature Experience: AURA Experience multi-media show at Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal with projections and orchestral music
Landmarks/POIs Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal - Day 13
Montréal to Québec City
Take a guided tour of Montreal exploring Old Montreal and Mount Royal. Later, head to Quebec City.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Montréal including Old Montréal and Mount Royal
Landmarks/POIs Old Montréal Mount Royal - Day 14
Québec City
Start with a guided tour of Quebec City, then pick one of three activities: a guided walking tour of pedestrian streets, a tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, or a sightseeing river cruise along the St. Lawrence to Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans. Join your group for a farewell dinner tonight.
- Meals
- Dinner (Farewell dinner with fellow travellers)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Québec City
- Farewell dinner with fellow travellers
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice: Guided city walking tour of Québec City's pedestrian thoroughfares, North America's only walled-in city
- Freedom of Choice: Guided tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac exploring famous characters, historical events and architectural development
- Freedom of Choice: Sightseeing river cruise along St. Lawrence River from Old Québec to Montmorency Falls and Île d'Orléans with city views
Landmarks/POIs Montmorency Falls Île d'Orléans Fairmont Le Château Frontenac - Day 15
Québec City to Vancouver
Fly to Vancouver today (your flight isn't included). Meet up with your group at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Have a welcome dinner this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to hotel
- Welcome dinner
- Day 16
Vancouver
Take a guided tour of Vancouver visiting the cobblestone streets of historic Gastown, vibrant Chinatown, vast Stanley Park, and Granville Island. The rest of the afternoon and evening are yours to explore.
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Vancouver including historic Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park and Granville Island
Landmarks/POIs Gastown Chinatown Stanley Park Granville Island - Day 17
Vancouver to Kamloops via Rocky Mountaineer
Board the Rocky Mountaineer in a bi-level glass-dome carriage and head east. You'll see the Coast Mountains and pass Hell's Gate while following the Thompson River to Kamloops.
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer rail journey in GoldLeaf Service with bi-level glass-dome carriage viewing Coast Mountains, Hell's Gate and Thompson River
Landmarks/POIs Coast Mountains Hell's Gate Thompson River - Day 18
Kamloops to Banff via Rocky Mountaineer
Continue on the train toward the Rockies, watching the engineering marvel of the Spiral Tunnels as you cross the Kicking Horse Pass. Arrive in Banff National Park and check into Fairmont Banff Springs, known as the 'Castle in the Rockies'.
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer rail journey viewing Spiral Tunnels and Kicking Horse Pass
Landmarks/POIs Spiral Tunnels Kicking Horse Pass Fairmont Banff Springs - Day 19
Banff National Park
Explore Banff with a Freedom of Choice activity. Options include small-group tours to hidden lakes like Johnson Lake and Two Jack Lake, a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views, helicopter tours, a float trip on the Bow River, a hockey player experience, or spa time at the hotel's mineral pools.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice: Banff Locals, Lakes & Gems small-group tour exploring hidden gems including Johnson Lake, Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka
- Freedom of Choice: Gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain peak with 700-metre elevation climb and boardwalk stroll
- Freedom of Choice: Heli flightseeing over Rocky Mountains viewing snowy peaks, jagged mountains, pristine lakes and alpine meadows
- Freedom of Choice: Bow River float trip down serene waters with wildlife spotting, suitable for most fitness levels
- Freedom of Choice: Hockey player experience with Canmore Eagles including dressing room tour, gear try-on and ice time
- Freedom of Choice: Fairmont Spa entry to mineral pool and pulsating waterfalls (additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Johnson Lake Two Jack Lake Lake Minnewanka Sulphur Mountain Bow River - Day 20
Banff to Lake Louise
Meet a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer and hear stories about the force. Take a tour through Banff town, then travel along the Trans-Canada Highway to Lake Louise, where turquoise water is surrounded by jagged mountain peaks. Choose where to eat at one of your hotel's restaurants.
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: Meet a Mountie and hear tales from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- Tour through Banff town
- Travel to Lake Louise
Landmarks/POIs Lake Louise - Day 21
Lake Louise
Travel to Moraine Lake to see glacier-fed waters (weather permitting), then return to Lake Louise. Join a Mountain Heritage Guide for a talk about the area's natural history. You might hike, canoe around the lake, or book a spa treatment (extra cost). Evening is free.
Included Activities
- Travel to Moraine Lake (season permitting)
- Signature Experience: Lake Louise Mountain Heritage Guide experience learning natural history on the shores of Lake Louise
Optional Activities
- Hike in Canadian wilderness
- Canoe ride around Lake Louise
- Spa treatment at hotel (additional cost)
Landmarks/POIs Moraine Lake Lake Louise - Day 22
Lake Louise to Jasper via Icefields Parkway
Drive the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic roads. Stop at glacier-fed Peyto Lake, then visit the Columbia Icefield where you'll board an Ice Explorer to ride onto the Athabasca Glacier. Continue past Athabasca Falls to Jasper and choose where to dine.
Included Activities
- Travel along Icefields Parkway
- Stop at Peyto Lake
- Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier at Columbia Icefield
- Stop at Athabasca Falls
Landmarks/POIs Icefields Parkway Peyto Lake Columbia Icefield Athabasca Glacier Athabasca Falls - Day 23
Jasper National Park
Pick a Freedom of Choice activity to explore Jasper. You can take a Harley-Davidson sidecar tour through wilderness, do a Maligne Valley tour with hiking or a Spirit Island cruise, go river rafting, or ride the SkyTram for views of the Athabasca Valley.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice: Harley-Davidson sidecar tour through Jasper's breathtaking wilderness on chauffeured motorcycle
- Freedom of Choice: Maligne Valley tour with hike to Maligne Canyon looking for osprey, eagles, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, elk, deer and bears
- Freedom of Choice: Maligne Valley tour with cruise across glacial waters of Maligne Lake to Spirit Island (boat-accessible only)
- Freedom of Choice: River rafting with small rapids, calm waters and licensed guide pointing out areas of interest and wildlife
- Freedom of Choice: Jasper SkyTram with shuttle transport included for views of Athabasca Valley and Jasper National Park
Landmarks/POIs Maligne Canyon Maligne Lake Spirit Island Athabasca Valley - Day 24
Jasper to Sun Peaks
Travel the Yellowhead Highway to Sun Peaks with views of Mount Robson along the way. Walk through the pedestrianized village with its shops, cafes, and restaurants. During summer there's free outdoor entertainment like live music, so there's plenty to see and do.
Included Activities
- Travel along Yellowhead Highway with Mount Robson views
- Visit pedestrianised Sun Peaks village
Landmarks/POIs Mount Robson - Day 25
Sun Peaks to Whistler via Cariboo Region
Follow historic gold rush routes through the Cariboo region, stopping at scenic Seton and Duffey lakes. Later, head back into the Coast Mountains and learn what makes Whistler such a popular outdoor destination.
Included Activities
- Travel through Cariboo region exploring gold rush pioneer history
- Stop at Seton Lake
- Stop at Duffey Lake
Landmarks/POIs Cariboo Region Seton Lake Duffey Lake Coast Mountains - Day 26
Whistler
Visit the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre for breakfast inspired by First Nations food and learn about your animal spirit with a guide. Afterward, choose from seven activities including the Peak 2 Peak Gondola with Cloudraker Skybridge, forest tree trek on suspension bridges, zipline adventure, mountain Jeep tour, helicopter tours, or electric mountain bike rental.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast inspired by traditional First Nations food at Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre with First Nations breakfast and animal spirit discovery
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice: Peak 2 Peak Gondola with Cloudraker Skybridge crossing 130 metres from Whistler Peak to West Ridge across Whistler Bowl
- Freedom of Choice: Tree Trek through ancient forest on suspension bridges and boardwalks with mountain air
- Freedom of Choice: Ziptrek Bear Tour zipline adventure with four ziplines and suspension bridges, boardwalks and trails over valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Peak
- Freedom of Choice: Mountain Jeep tour viewing Whistler Village, lakes, golf courses and Coast Mountain peaks from different altitude
- Freedom of Choice: Helicopter flightseeing over Whistler with aerial view of Peak 2 Peak Gondola
- Freedom of Choice: Electric mountain bike rental to explore Whistler past lush green landscapes and mountains
- Freedom of Choice: Additional options for Whistler exploration
Landmarks/POIs Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Peak 2 Peak Gondola Whistler Peak Blackcomb Peak Whistler Village - Day 27
Whistler to Vancouver Island to Chemainus to Victoria via Sea to Sky Highway and BC Ferries
Drive south on the scenic Sea to Sky Highway, then take BC Ferries to Vancouver Island. Stop in Chemainus, a town known for its vibrant outdoor murals, before arriving in Victoria.
Included Activities
- Travel along Sea to Sky Highway
- Ferry to Vancouver Island with BC Ferries
- Stop in Chemainus to view outdoor murals
Landmarks/POIs Sea to Sky Highway Chemainus - Day 28
Victoria
Visit The Butchart Gardens before it opens to the public and have breakfast in the original Butchart residence. Walk through over 100 years of transformation from a former quarry into lush gardens full of color without crowds. Enjoy a special dinner with your group tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in original Butchart residence at The Butchart Gardens), Dinner (Special dinner with fellow travellers)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: The Butchart Gardens before hours visit with breakfast in original Butchart residence
- Special dinner with fellow travellers
Landmarks/POIs The Butchart Gardens - Day 29
Victoria to Vancouver to Alaska Cruise
Return to Vancouver and board your Holland America Line cruise ship to begin your voyage through Alaska's Inside Passage.
Included Activities
- Board Holland America Line cruise ship
- Day 30
Alaska Inside Passage
Spend the day on the ship gliding past rocky headlands over the icy waters of the Inside Passage, one of the most scenic sea routes in the world.
Landmarks/POIs Inside Passage - Day 31
Juneau, Alaska
Arrive in Juneau, Alaska's capital, located at the foot of Mount Roberts and Mount Juneau. The Mendenhall Glacier flows from the Juneau Icefield just outside the city. Get off the ship and explore at your leisure or join an optional excursion (extra cost).
Included Activities
- Explore Juneau at leisure
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to explore Juneau's wonders (additional expense)
Landmarks/POIs Juneau Mount Roberts Mount Juneau Mendenhall Glacier - Day 32
Skagway, Alaska
Pull into Skagway, the northernmost point on the Inside Passage and the main gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush goldfields. Explore heritage buildings now protected as the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, or take an optional excursion (extra cost) to see more of the area's history and wildlife.
Included Activities
- Explore Skagway heritage buildings at Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to explore Skagway's history, landscapes and wildlife (additional expense)
Landmarks/POIs Skagway Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park - Day 33
Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska
Wake up to the striking scenery of Glacier Bay National Park. Watch calving tidewater glaciers and learn about the area's geological features from local rangers.
Included Activities
- View calving tidewater glaciers
- Learn about geological wonders from local rangers
Landmarks/POIs Glacier Bay National Park - Day 34
Ketchikan, Alaska
Dock in Ketchikan, a vibrant coastal town known as the salmon capital of the world. Check out the Totem Heritage Center's collection of 19th-century totem poles or walk along historic Creek Street. Explore at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Explore Ketchikan at leisure
Optional Activities
- Visit Totem Heritage Center's collection of 19th-century totem poles
- Stroll along historic Creek Street
Landmarks/POIs Ketchikan Totem Heritage Center Creek Street - Day 35
Alaska Inside Passage
Spend a final day on board enjoying the ship's amenities. Watch beautiful views along the British Columbia Coast as you pass rocky headlands and glide over icy waters of the Inside Passage.
Landmarks/POIs Inside Passage - Day 36
Vancouver
Your trip comes to an end today. Have breakfast and then transfer to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to airport
