• Visting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions and dates of operation.• Early departures may not be able to visit Columbia Icefield (opens in early May), Maligne Lake & Spirit Island optional excursion (opens late May to early June), or Moraine Lake optional excursion (opens in early June).• Furnishings in your VIA Rail train cabin are arranged in armchair style by day. By night, beds are configured to upper and lower bunkbed-style arrangement requiring one guest be able to climb a ladder to the upper bed.• At least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.• Cruise itineraries are provided by Holland America Line and are up to date at time of printing. Your travel documents will contain the most current information.• Maximum elevation on tour: 7,500 ft.• Select departure dates connect with our New York, Washington DC & Niagara Falls Tour (8000).
Itinerary
Day 1 TORONTO
Welcome to Toronto! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.After checking into your hotel, perhaps do some shopping at CF Toronto Eaton Centre, visit the Hockey Hall of Fame, or sample local specialties at St. Lawrence Market, a historic marketplace that has served the city for more than 200 years. TORONTO.jpg
Day 2 TORONTO. EXCURSION TO NIAGARA FALLS
Begin the day with an orientation tour of Toronto, including City Hall, the downtown banking district, Rogers Centre, and the iconic CN Tower. Leave the city and travel along the shores of Lake Ontario to Niagara Falls, where you’ll take an included sightseeing cruise for thrilling up-close views of the thundering Falls. For a different perspective, consider an optional excursion to Skylon Tower for spectacular views and a buffet lunch. Return to Toronto with time to explore the city this evening on your own.NOTE:Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, a visit to Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.NIAGARA-FALLS.jpg
Day 3 TORONTO–VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN
This morning, transfer to Union Station to board VIA Rail’s, The Canadian, for a three-day, three-night journey to Jasper. Travel in Sleeper Plus class aboard beautifully restored art deco rail cars. Relax in the domed observation cars and enjoy panoramic views of the Ontario countryside and chef-prepared meals featuring a selection of soups, salads, entrées, and desserts. TORONTO-UNION-STATION.jpg
Lunch
Dinner
Day 4 VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN
Today, watch the scenery pass by as you travel the full length of the Canadian National Railway’s breathtaking mainline through the ever-changing Canadian landscape. Later, enter Manitoba with a brief stop in Winnipeg. VIA-RAIL-DOME.jpg
Day 5 VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN
Today, The Canadian travels through the prairies of Saskatchewan and into Alberta. SASKATCHEWAN-PRAIRIE.jpg
Day 6 VIA RAIL THE CANADIAN–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Arrive in Jasper this morning and enjoy an orientation tour of the townsite. The remainder of the day is free to explore Jasper National Park. Perhaps join an optional scenic float trip on the Athabasca River with the chance to spot wildlife along the shoreline.JASPER-NATIONAL-PARK-DEER.jpg
Day 7 JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Today is at leisure. Consider an optional narrated cruise on Maligne Lake to iconic Spirit Island* where you’ll learn about the history, geology, flora, and fauna of the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. Opt to hike one of the park’s trails in search of wildlife or browse the shops in downtown Jasper. Your Tour Director can offer suggestions to make the most of your day.*This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June.JASPER-NATIONAL-PARK-SPIRIT-ISLAND.jpg
Day 8 JASPER NATIONAL PARK–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–LAKE LOUISE–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Board your motorcoach this morning stopping at the Columbia Icefield for a tour highlight – a ride aboard the all-terrain Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier. Continue along the Icefields Parkway to stunning Lake Louise, where turquoise waters reflect the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Arrive in Banff National Park for a leisurely two-night stay. Enjoy an orientation tour upon your arrival.LAKE-LOUISE-BANFF.jpg
Day 9 BANFF NATIONAL PARK
The day is free for independent exploration. Perhaps take an optional helicopter ride for breathtaking aerial views of the Canadian Rockies. Or hike, bike, shop in the townsite, or relax at the hot springs. Your Tour Director can offer suggestions for activities and dining.BANFF-BOW-RIVER-SCENIC.jpg
Day 10 BANFF NATIONAL PARK–YOHO NATIONAL PARK–GLACIER NATIONAL PARK–KAMLOOPS
This morning, leave Banff National Park and travel over Kicking Horse Pass on the Continental Divide. Continue through Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park, enjoying views of mountain peaks, forests, and rivers along the way. Late this afternoon, arrive in Kamloops, a historic cattle-ranching center.XGTY-KAMLOOPS.jpg
Day 11 KAMLOOPS–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
Travel through the Coast Mountains to the Pacific coast, where the landscape changes from dry interior valleys to lush alpine forests. Board your afternoon ferry for the scenic crossing to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival, consider joining an optional excursion to Butchart Gardens and explore its 55 acres of floral displays. Later, enjoy sightseeing in Victoria, including the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. This evening, perhaps take a stroll along the beautiful waterfront. VICTORIA.jpg
Breakfast
Day 12 VICTORIA
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Victoria. Perhaps visit the Royal BC Museum, tour the Parliament Building, enjoy afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel, or browse the shops along Government Street. Or choose an optional whale and wildlife watching cruise seeking out whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles.VICTORIA-PARLIAMENT.jpg
Day 13 VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER–EMBARKATION
This morning, sail across the Strait of Georgia and through the Gulf Islands to Vancouver. After arriving in Vancouver, bid farewell to your Tour Director and transfer to Canada Place to board your Alaskan cruise ship. Your package price includes Holland America’s ‘Have It All Premium Cruise Package.' VANCOUVER-HARBOR.jpg
Dinner
Day 14 SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Spend the day cruising the Inside Passage, one of the world’s most scenic coastal waterways. Located along the coast of British Columbia, the Inside Passage is the longest sheltered inland waterway in the world. Watch the water for marine life, including orcas and humpback whales. INSIDE-PASSAGE-WHALE.jpg
Day 15 JUNEAU
Located at the foot of mountain peaks on Gastineau Channel, Alaska’s capital city of Juneau is home to Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield. Browse the shops in town—or get out and kayak, raft, hike, whale watch, flightsee, or fish. With long daylight hours, you'll have plenty of time to enjoy Juneau’s many outdoor adventures. JUNEAU-CITY-VIEW.jpg
Day 16 SKAGWAY
Skagway is known as the gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898, when thousands of prospectors passed through town on their way to the Yukon Territory. Visit the Trail of ’98 Museum or the historic Red Onion Saloon to learn more about Skagway’s Gold Rush history, including stories of Klondike Kate, Peahull Annie, and other colorful characters. Or stroll the wooden boardwalks and browse the shops of this historic frontier town. SKAGWAY-TOWN.jpg
Day 17 SCENIC CRUISING: GLACIER BAY
Cruise through Glacier Bay National Park, where snow-capped mountains, forests, and tidewater glaciers create one of Alaska’s most spectacular landscapes. Keep your binoculars and camera ready as you sail to Margerie Glacier, where you may have the chance to witness the dramatic spectacle of ice calving. Watch for wildlife along the shoreline and in the water, including humpback whales, grizzly bears, and other native species. GLACIER-BAY-NATIONAL-PARK-MARGERIE-GLACIER.jpg
Day 18 KETCHIKAN
Named Alaska’s “First City” as the first major port of call for many cruises sailing the Inside Passage, Ketchikan sits along the Tongass Narrows and is surrounded by the Tongass National Forest. Known for its salmon fishing and Native Alaska heritage, Ketchikan offers opportunities to try your luck on an optional sport-fishing excursion, savor fresh local seafood, or learn about the traditions of the Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian peoples. KETCHIKAN.jpg
Day 19 SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Arguably one of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orca plying the bountiful waters, bald eagles soaring overhead, and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline. INSIDE-PASSAGE-XGTY.jpg
Day 20 VANCOUVER (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends this morning. Guided city sightseeing in Vancouver includes Stanley Park, and other famous landmarks. The remainder of the day is free to explore. Perhaps browse the shops along Robson Street or consider taking a water taxi to Granville Island to visit its Public Market and waterfront cafés. VANCOUVER-GASTOWN-CLOCK.jpg
Breakfast
Day 21 VANCOUVER
Today is at leisure for independent sightseeing. Consider spending time in historic Gastown, Vancouver’s oldest neighborhood, with its cobblestone streets, Victorian architecture, and iconic Gastown Steam Clock. Or choose an optional aerial tram ride at Grouse Mountain and visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park for panoramic views and a walk through the rainforest canopy.VANCOUVER-STANLEY-PARK-TOTEM-POLES-CLOSEUP.jpg
Day 22 VANCOUVER
Your vacation ends this morning.VANCOUVER-SKYLINE.jpg