Itinerary
- Day 1
Vancouver
You'll arrive in Vancouver and head to your hotel to get settled. This evening, there's a welcome dinner lined up for you.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vancouver)
- Day 2
Vancouver
This morning you'll join a sightseeing tour that covers historic Gastown, vibrant Chinatown, Stanley Park, and Granville Island. After that, the rest of your day is free to explore on your own schedule.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vancouver)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Vancouver including Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park, and Granville Island
Landmarks Gastown Chinatown Stanley Park Granville Island - Day 3
Vancouver to Kamloops
Your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey starts today in GoldLeaf Service, traveling in a bi-level glass-dome carriage. You'll see the Coast Mountains, pass Hell's Gate, and follow the Thompson River on your way to Kamloops.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation))
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer train journey in GoldLeaf Service from Vancouver to Kamloops
Landmarks Coast Mountains Hell's Gate Thompson River - Day 4
Kamloops to Banff
The Rocky Mountaineer continues toward the Rockies. You'll see the Spiral Tunnels as you go through the Kicking Horse Pass. When you arrive in Banff National Park, you'll head to Fairmont Banff Springs, known as the Castle in the Rockies.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Banff National Park)
Included Activities
- Rocky Mountaineer train journey in GoldLeaf Service from Kamloops to Banff
- Visit Fairmont Banff Springs
Landmarks Spiral Tunnels Kicking Horse Pass Fairmont Banff Springs - Day 5
Banff
Today in Banff you choose what to do. You can check out Johnson Lake and Two Jack Lake, take the gondola up Sulphur Mountain, book a heli tour, try a Bow River float trip, or visit the Hockey Player Experience. Dinner is your choice at your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Banff National Park)
Included Activities
- Freedom of Choice activity: Banff Locals, Lakes & Gems small-group tour
- Freedom of Choice activity: Gondola Ride up Sulphur Mountain
- Freedom of Choice activity: Heli Flightseeing over Rocky Mountains
- Freedom of Choice activity: Bow River Float Trip
- Freedom of Choice activity: Hockey Player Experience with Canmore Eagles
- Freedom of Choice activity: Fairmont Spa Entry with mineral pool and waterfalls
Landmarks Johnson Lake Two Jack Lake Lake Minnewanka Sulphur Mountain Bow River - Day 6
Banff to Lake Louise
You'll start with a Signature Experience meeting a Mountie, then take a tour through Banff. From there, you'll travel along the Trans-Canada Highway through the park to Lake Louise. You'll arrive at this hamlet with its turquoise waters and jagged mountains, then pick where to eat at your hotel.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Banff National Park)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: Meet a Mountie and hear tales from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
- Tour of Banff
- Travel to Lake Louise
Landmarks Lake Louise 
- Day 7
Lake Louise
Early morning takes you to Moraine Lake (if the season permits) to see its glacier-fed waters. Back at Lake Louise, you'll meet a Mountain Heritage Guide on the shores for a Signature Experience. The afternoon and evening are yours, with optional hiking, canoeing, or spa treatments available.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Banff National Park)
Included Activities
- Visit to Moraine Lake (season permitting)
- Signature Experience: Lake Louise Mountain Heritage Guide - learn about the area's natural history
Optional Activities
- Hiking in Canadian wilderness
- Canoe ride around Lake Louise
- Spa treatment (additional cost)
Landmarks Moraine Lake Lake Louise - Day 8
Lake Louise to Jasper
You'll travel the Icefields Parkway, stopping at glacier-fed Peyto Lake. At the Columbia Icefield, you'll board an Ice Explorer to ride onto the Athabasca Glacier. Then you'll continue past Athabasca Falls to Jasper. Dinner tonight is your choice.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jasper National Park)
Included Activities
- Travel along Icefields Parkway
- Visit to Peyto Lake
- Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier at Columbia Icefield
- Visit to Athabasca Falls
Landmarks Icefields Parkway Peyto Lake Columbia Icefield Athabasca Glacier Athabasca Falls 
- Day 9
Jasper
In Jasper, you get to choose your activity. Options include thrilling motorcycle sidecar tours, exploring Maligne Valley by hiking or cruising to Spirit Island, beginner-friendly river rafting, or taking the Jasper SkyTram for views of the area.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jasper National Park)
Included Activities
- Freedom of Choice activity: Harley-Davidson Sidecar Tour
- Freedom of Choice activity: Maligne Valley Tour with Hike
- Freedom of Choice activity: Maligne Valley Tour with Cruise to Spirit Island
- Freedom of Choice activity: River Rafting
- Freedom of Choice activity: Jasper SkyTram with shuttle transport
Landmarks Maligne Canyon Maligne Lake Spirit Island Athabasca Valley - Day 10
Jasper to Sun Peaks
You'll travel along the Yellowhead Highway with views of Mount Robson on your way to Sun Peaks. Once there, you can check out the mountain vistas, walk through the pedestrianized village with its shops and restaurants, and meet locals. Summer brings free outdoor entertainment with live music.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sun Peaks Grand Hotel)
Included Activities
- Travel along Yellowhead Highway with Mount Robson views
- Visit to Sun Peaks village with shops, cafes and restaurants
Landmarks Mount Robson Sun Peaks 
- Day 11
Sun Peaks to Whistler
Today you'll follow the route of early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes. Later, you'll re-enter the Coast Mountains and learn what draws outdoor enthusiasts to Whistler.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Westin Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Travel through Cariboo region following gold rush heritage
- Stop at Seton Lake
- Stop at Duffey Lake
Landmarks Seton Lake Duffey Lake Coast Mountains - Day 12
Whistler
The day starts with a Signature Experience at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre, including breakfast inspired by traditional First Nations food and museum exploration. This afternoon, you can choose from activities like the Peak 2 Peak Gondola with Cloudraker Skybridge, tree treks, ziplines, mountain jeep tours, helicopter flights, or electric mountain bike rentals.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast inspired by traditional First Nations food at Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Westin Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre - breakfast and museum visit
- Freedom of Choice activity: Peak 2 Peak Gondola with Cloudraker Skybridge
- Freedom of Choice activity: Tree Trek through ancient forest on suspension bridges and boardwalks
- Freedom of Choice activity: Ziptrek Bear Tour - zipline adventure over valley with four ziplines and suspension bridges
- Freedom of Choice activity: Mountain Jeep Tour of Whistler Village, lakes, golf courses and peaks
- Freedom of Choice activity: Heli Flightseeing over Whistler
- Freedom of Choice activity: Electric Mountain Bike Rental
Landmarks Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Whistler Peak Whistler Bowl Blackcomb Peak - Day 13
Whistler to Victoria
You'll head south along the Sea to Sky Highway, then take BC Ferries to Vancouver Island. After that, you'll travel to Chemainus, known for its vibrant outdoor murals, before arriving in Victoria.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort)
Included Activities
- Travel along Sea to Sky Highway
- BC Ferries crossing to Vancouver Island
- Visit to Chemainus with vibrant outdoor murals
Landmarks Chemainus 
- Day 14
Victoria
This morning, you'll get a Signature Experience at The Butchart Gardens before it opens to the public. You'll have breakfast in the original Butchart residence and walk through over 100 years of horticultural beauty without crowds. Tonight, there's a special dinner with your fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in the original Butchart residence), Dinner (Special dinner with fellow travellers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort)
Included Activities
- Signature Experience: The Butchart Gardens Before Hours visit with breakfast in original Butchart residence
Landmarks The Butchart Gardens - Day 15
Victoria to Vancouver
You'll return to Vancouver and board your Holland America Line ship to begin your cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Return transfer to Vancouver
- Embark on Holland America Line cruise ship
- Day 16
Inside Passage
Spend your day on board gliding past rocky headlands and icy waters of the Inside Passage, one of the most scenic sea lanes around.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Inside Passage
Landmarks Inside Passage - Day 17
Juneau
Your ship docks in Juneau, Alaska's capital, which sits at the foot of Mount Roberts and Mount Juneau. Mendenhall Glacier is nearby. You can explore this remote state capital on your own or join an optional excursion to see more.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Disembark and explore Juneau at leisure
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion in Juneau (additional expense)
Landmarks Mount Roberts Mount Juneau Mendenhall Glacier Gastineau Channel - Day 18
Skagway
You'll arrive in Skagway, the northernmost point of the Inside Passage and a former gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush. You can explore heritage buildings protected as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park and learn about Alaska's history and wildlife. Optional excursions are available.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Explore Skagway including heritage buildings at Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion in Skagway (additional expense)
Landmarks Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park - Day 19
Glacier Bay National Park
You'll wake up to the striking scenery of Glacier Bay National Park. The ship will take you past calving tidewater glaciers while local rangers share information about the area's geological features.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Glacier Bay National Park
- View calving tidewater glaciers
- Learn about geological wonders from local rangers
Landmarks Glacier Bay National Park - Day 20
Ketchikan
Your ship docks in Ketchikan, a vibrant coastal town on the tranquil Tongass Narrows, known as the salmon capital of the world. You can explore on your own, check out the Totem Heritage Center's 19th-century totem pole collection, or walk along historic Creek Street and experience Alaska Native culture.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Explore Ketchikan at leisure
Optional Activities
- Visit Totem Heritage Center with 19th-century totem poles
- Stroll along historic Creek Street
Landmarks Totem Heritage Center Creek Street Tongass Narrows - Day 21
Inside Passage
Your final day on board gives you time to enjoy the ship's amenities. You'll take in the views along the British Columbia Coast as you pass rocky headlands and cross the icy waters of the Inside Passage.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holland America Line’s Koningsdam or Zaandam)
Included Activities
- Cruise through Inside Passage along British Columbia Coast
Landmarks Inside Passage - Day 22
Vancouver
Your journey ends today. After breakfast, you'll say goodbye and be transferred to the airport for your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembark ship in Vancouver
- Transfer to airport
