On your 15-day trip you'll discover the very best that Alaska and British Columbia have to offer, enjoying a luxury coastal cruise and a first-class train journey into the heart of the Rockies.
Fly from the UK to Vancouver before spending seven nights sailing through Alaska's Inside Passage - a network of waterways winding through the fjords and mighty forests of USA's largest state. Spot humpback whales, orca, bald eagles and bears. Learn about the indigenous Alaskan communities. Dine on freshly caught fish in the state capital Juneau. Discover the sites of the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. And hike some of the region's beautiful mountains.
Then leave behind your cruise ship and climb on board the Rocky Mountaineer for an unforgettable train ride from the Vancouver coast, through forests and river canyons, over high mountain passes, along dark railway tunnels, and eventually into the snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. End your journey in Calgary before flying back to the UK.
* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a Cat J cabin and SilverLeaf Service on Rocky Mountaineer, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement on request. Deposit: 20% plus flights. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL-bonded).
Explore this scenic city at leisure. Private transfer to hotel.
Spend a day exploring the fabulous city of Vancouver independently. Granville Island features a market of kitsch shops and tasy seafood; downtown offers cool bars and old-style breweries and renting a bike to cycle around the waterfront allows you to see all the city's sights, including Stanley Park's huge Vancouver Aquarium. On your second day, take a private transfer from your hotel to the port, where you will embark the Holland America Line's Koningsdam for your seven-night Alaska cruise. Ship departs at approximately 16.30.
Alaska's Inside Passage is a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests along the rugged coast of southeast Alaska. Here you can look out for humpback whales, orca, bald eagles and brown bears. Discover indigenous Alaskan culture, and the sites of the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush.
Steep cliffs and glacier-covered mountains flank this fjord, fringed by a vast temperate rainforest. Further up, the twin Sawyer Glaciers flow from the peaks down to the sea, sloughing off stories-high chunks of ice. Part of the Tongass National Forest (USA's biggest), this is home to bears, whales, mountain goats and seals. Arrive in Juneau, Alaska's pretty capital, where you can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish and tour the grand capitol building all in one day.
Discover Skagway, site of the Klondike Gold Rush. At every turn, you'll find yourself immersed in gold rush lore. Take a walking tour of the local galleries, curio shops and restaurants serving fresh seafood.
Frosted crags descend into mossy forests and a 457-meter-deep (1,500-foot-deep) fjord at this World Heritage Site, which is also one of the planet's largest biosphere reserves. Stone, ice and water continue to collide, sculpting a dramatic landscape that is the crown jewel of southeastern Alaska's natural wonders.
Its Tlingit Indian name, Kach Khanna, means 'spread wings of the eagle.' Chances are you'll see one of these magnificent birds perched atop a Sitka tree. Thanks to its abundant rainfall, Ketchikan is surrounded by some of the world's most lush wilderness.
Spend another day at sea exploring Alaska's inside passage waterways from the comfort of your cruise ship.
Say goodbye to your ship and transfer to the Georgian Court Hotel. Explore Vancouver at leisure.
Travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer train from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia's interior. Highlights of the journey include the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes along the Thompson River. Overnight in Kamloops.
Your journey continues east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. You will journey along rocky lake shores, over high passes, through remarkable mountain tunnels and alongside the glaciers and snow-capped peaks. Overnight in Banff.
Begin the morning with a sightseeing tour of Banff, including a trip on the gondola. Arrive in Calgary where you will spend the night.
Arrive back in the UK after your overnight flight to London.
Holland America Line’s Koningsdam cruise ship boasts classic nautical lines and finishes, modern amenities and a spectacular art and antique collection. Enjoy regional cooking demonstrations, food and wine tastings, a selection of restaurants, and optional spa treatments.
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* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a Cat J cabin and SilverLeaf Service on Rocky Mountaineer, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement on request. Deposit: 20% plus flights. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL-bonded).