Destination:
Canada,
United States Of America,
Duration:
32 days
Style:
River/Small ship/Barge,
Travel Period:
June 2027 - August 2027
Overview
32 days from Anchorage to Vancouver
North to Alaska, the Yukon, and the Canadian Rockies! Pack your adventurer’s spirit for an Undiscovered tour with picturesque panoramas, untamed wilderness, and wildlife that freely roam the mountains and open spaces. Cruise on the bountiful waters of Prince William Sound—home to breathtaking glaciers, soaring eagles, abundant marine life, and so much more. Take in dramatic views of Matanuska Glacier and Kluane National Park’s rugged mountains en route to Whitehorse. Conquer the heights of Top of the World Highway en route to Fairbanks and board the Alaska Railroad for Denali National Park and Preserve—home to the highest peak in North America. Have free time there to experience breathtaking aerial views on an optional helicopter ride, go on an optional sled-dog kennel tour or a guided wilderness tour to spot grizzlies, moose, and more. Set sail on your 7-night Alaska cruise featuring the rugged beauty of Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau, Ketchikan, and the magnificent Inside Passage. Disembark and spend time in vibrant Vancouver, B.C. before heading to Kelowna on the shores of Okanagan Lake. View the natural beauty of Glacier and Yoho National Parks before entering Banff National Park with free time to hike, bike, or soak in the natural hot springs. Take in the turquoise waters of Lake Louise as you journey on scenic Icefields Parkway stopping to ride the all-terrain Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield. Explore the wilderness of Jasper National Park with free time to go on an optional float trip down the Athabasca River or cruise on Maligne Lake to much-photographed Spirit Island. See soaring Mount Robson and the resort towns of Sun Peaks and Whistler then ferry across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island’s charming city of Victoria. From the remote wilderness of the Yukon to the unmatched beauty of the Inside Passage to the spectacular Canadian Rockies, this remarkable tour will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!
All This. Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your Tour Includes:• Prince William Sound cruise• Orientation tour of Anchorage, Fairbanks, Banff, Jasper, Whistler, and Victoria • Entrance fee to Denali National Park and Preserve, Banff National Park, and Jasper National Park• Visit to Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge• Ticket to show at Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Saloon• Visit to Bonanza Creek, site of Gold Rush Claim #1• Gold Rush Era Presentation by Parks Canada• Scenic drive on Top of the World Highway• Visit to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline• Gold-panning experience• Journey on the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Denali National Park and Preserve• Alaskan Cruise on Holland America’s MS Westerdam with Holland America’s ‘Have It All Premium Cruise Package,’ featuring a signature beverage package, dinner in a specialty restaurant, $100 shore excursion credit, and Wi-Fi package.• Guided city sightseeing in Vancouver• Scenic drive through Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park• Tickets for the Icefields Explorer Experience at Columbia Icefields• Admission to Butchart Gardens, Vancouver Island • Ferry to/from Vancouver Island
North to Alaska, the Yukon, and the Canadian Rockies! Pack your adventurer’s spirit for an Undiscovered tour with picturesque panoramas, untamed wilderness, and wildlife that freely roam the mountains and open spaces. Cruise on the bountiful waters of Prince William Sound—home to breathtaking glaciers, soaring eagles, abundant marine life, and so much more. Take in dramatic views of Matanuska Glacier and Kluane National Park’s rugged mountains en route to Whitehorse. Conquer the heights of Top of the World Highway en route to Fairbanks and board the Alaska Railroad for Denali National Park and Preserve—home to the highest peak in North America. Have free time there to experience breathtaking aerial views on an optional helicopter ride, go on an optional sled-dog kennel tour or a guided wilderness tour to spot grizzlies, moose, and more. Set sail on your 7-night Alaska cruise featuring the rugged beauty of Glacier Bay National Park, Juneau, Ketchikan, and the magnificent Inside Passage. Disembark and spend time in vibrant Vancouver, B.C. before heading to Kelowna on the shores of Okanagan Lake. View the natural beauty of Glacier and Yoho National Parks before entering Banff National Park with free time to hike, bike, or soak in the natural hot springs. Take in the turquoise waters of Lake Louise as you journey on scenic Icefields Parkway stopping to ride the all-terrain Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield. Explore the wilderness of Jasper National Park with free time to go on an optional float trip down the Athabasca River or cruise on Maligne Lake to much-photographed Spirit Island. See soaring Mount Robson and the resort towns of Sun Peaks and Whistler then ferry across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island’s charming city of Victoria. From the remote wilderness of the Yukon to the unmatched beauty of the Inside Passage to the spectacular Canadian Rockies, this remarkable tour will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!
All This. Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Your Tour Includes:• Prince William Sound cruise• Orientation tour of Anchorage, Fairbanks, Banff, Jasper, Whistler, and Victoria • Entrance fee to Denali National Park and Preserve, Banff National Park, and Jasper National Park• Visit to Tetlin National Wildlife Refuge• Ticket to show at Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Saloon• Visit to Bonanza Creek, site of Gold Rush Claim #1• Gold Rush Era Presentation by Parks Canada• Scenic drive on Top of the World Highway• Visit to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline• Gold-panning experience• Journey on the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Denali National Park and Preserve• Alaskan Cruise on Holland America’s MS Westerdam with Holland America’s ‘Have It All Premium Cruise Package,’ featuring a signature beverage package, dinner in a specialty restaurant, $100 shore excursion credit, and Wi-Fi package.• Guided city sightseeing in Vancouver• Scenic drive through Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park• Tickets for the Icefields Explorer Experience at Columbia Icefields• Admission to Butchart Gardens, Vancouver Island • Ferry to/from Vancouver Island
Notes:
- This tour travels to the Yukon Territory, which is part of Canada. The U.S. Embassy requires travelers to and from Canada to have a valid U.S. Passport. Non-U.S. citizens may need a visa.
- Alaska and the Yukon experience a great amount of daylight in the summer months. We take advantage of these extended daylight hours resulting in some long travel days. We ensure there are frequent photo and comfort stops.
- Visiting and participating in activities in these locations is subject to weather conditions.
- Early departures may not be able to visit Columbia Icefield which opens in early May, take the Maligne Lake & Spirit Island optional excursion which opens in late May to early June, or take the Moraine Lake optional excursion which opens in early June. Visiting and participating in other activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions and vendor dates of operation.
- 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
What's Included
- 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
Start:Anchorage, United States Of America
Finish:Vancouver, Canada
Finish:Vancouver, Canada
Type:Group tour (max 48)
Tripcode:
836C
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Your Itinerary
Day 1 - ANCHORAGE
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Day 2 - ANCHORAGE–EXCURSION TO PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND
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Day 3 - ANCHORAGE–TOK
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Day 4 - TOK–WHITEHORSE
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Day 5 - WHITEHORSE. EXCURSION TO SKAGWAY
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Day 6 - WHITEHORSE–DAWSON CITY
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Day 7 - DAWSON CITY
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Day 8 - DAWSON CITY–FAIRBANKS
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Day 9 - FAIRBANKS
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Day 10 - FAIRBANKS–ALASKA RAILROAD–DENALI NATIONAL PARK
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Day 11 - DENALI NATIONAL PARK
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Day 12 - DENALI NATIONAL PARK–ANCHORAGE–WHITTIER (EMBARKATION)
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Day 13 - CRUISING: HUBBARD GLACIER
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Day 14 - SCENIC CRUISING: GLACIER BAY
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Day 15 - SKAGWAY
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Day 16 - JUNEAU
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Day 17 - KETCHIKAN
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Day 18 - SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
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Day 19 - VANCOUVER (DISEMBARKATION)
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Day 20 - VANCOUVER
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Day 21 - VANCOUVER
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Day 22 - VANCOUVER–KELOWNA
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Day 23 - KELOWNA–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
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Day 24 - BANFF NATIONAL PARK
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Day 25 - BANFF NATIONAL PARK–LAKE LOUISE–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
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Day 26 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK
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Day 27 - JASPER NATIONAL PARK–MOUNT ROBSON–SUN PEAKS
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Day 28 - SUN PEAKS–LILLOOET–WHISTLER
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Day 29 - WHISTLER
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Day 30 - WHISTLER–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
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Day 31 - VICTORIA
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Day 32 - VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER
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