Spectacular Rockies Alaska Cruise & Best of the East: 30 days Vancouver to Montreal

Welcome to Canada! You will be met at Vancouver International Airport and transferred to your hotel. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
Three Night Stay: Delta Vancouver Downtown Suites or similar

Please book your flight to arrive into Vancouver prior to 05:00 PM.

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Breakfast with the bears at Grouse Mountain

Later enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver including Stanley Park with its intricately carved totem poles, the waterfront area and Granville Island which is famous for its fresh food markets, market artisans, artist studios, restaurants and bars. Visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park where you can make your way across this spectacular suspension bridge, 70 metres above the Capilano River. Take in the surrounding forest and join the award-winning Treetops Adventure along a series of elevated walkways.

Enjoy a day at leisure to discover Vancouver.

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Set off on a two-day rail experience on “The Most Spectacular Train Journey in the World”. Settle back in your Silverleaf carriage (upgrade to GoldLeaf at additional expense) as you enter the Fraser Valley then follow the Thompson River towards Kamloops.
Overnight Stay: Kamloops Hotel (as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer)

Continue your journey into the soaring, rugged snow-capped mountains. Marvel at the beauty of the glaciers, lakes and forest sitting at the foot of these grand mountains. Arrive in Banff, a picturesque town located within Banff National Park and the quintessential Rocky Mountains town. Spend the next two nights in mountain elegance in this warm, modern hotel located in the centre of Banff.
Two Night Stay: Ptarmigan Hotel or similar

A full day at leisure for you to enjoy Banff and its many sights and attractions.

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Take a breathtaking helicopter flight, relax on a float trip along the river, e-bike tour to Johnston Canyon, panorama ATV tour (extra expense)

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Take the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for dinner with a view at Sky Bistro

Enjoy a sightseeing tour including Bow River and Bow Falls. Continue to the beautiful Lake Louise and the famous ‘Diamond in the Wilderness’, where we will stay in one of the Rockies most stunning and historic properties.
Two Night Stay: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise or similar

Lake Louise enjoys picture perfect surroundings. Spend the day exploring the lake and soaking up the spectacular scenery. Take a walk around the edge of the lake or simply sit back, relax and take it all in.

This morning, we travel north along the Icefields Parkway, acclaimed as one of the most spectacular journeys in the world. Enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery as you pass rugged peaks and glaciers fringed by thick forest and shimmering lakes.

We make a stop at the Columbia Icefield, North America’s largest sub-polar ice pack, where you’ll climb aboard the ‘Ice Explorer’ for a once-in-a-lifetime journey onto the mighty 300-metre-thick Athabasca Glacier. The day’s end finds us in Jasper National Park, an alpine wonderland of pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife.
Two Night Stay: Forest Park Hotel or similar

Today, you have the opportunity to explore Jasper and its surrounds.

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Float trip along the Athabasca River, motorcycle sidecar tour, Maligne Canyon and Lakes tour (extra expense)

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Discover Jasper’s natural wonderland on a guided wildlife tour to witness elk, deer and black bears, then enjoy a sumptuous dinner.

Depart Jasper and head past the awesome 3,954-metre-high Mt. Robson. Continue via ice age glaciers, waterfalls and mountain peaks enroute to Kamloops. Stop at the BC Wildlife Park dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of native animals.
Overnight Stay: Delta Hotels by Marriott Kamloops

Follow the Duffy Lake Road past the town of Lillooet to the charming alpine resort of Whistler.
Two Night Stay: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa or similar

Today is at leisure for you to explore the resort village of Whistler.

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Photo Safari tour, dinner tasting tour, Peak2Peak Gondola (extra expense)

Travel along the Sea to Sky Highway following the rugged coastline, stopping at the awesome Shannon Falls. Board the BC ferry and cruise through the Georgia Strait to Vancouver Island before arriving in Victoria, British Columbia’s capital.
Two Night Stay: Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour or similar

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Take a horse and carriage ride or go whale watching (extra expense)

Later, enjoy an orientation tour of Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, Beacon Hill and residential areas before visiting the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a 22-hectare showplace of magnificent, colourful gardens. Learn about the history and flora while exploring the gardens.

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The farewell dinner is served at the Dining Room Restaurant housed in the original Butchart family residence.

Transfer to Vancouver where you board your luxurious cruise ship and check into your comfortable ocean view stateroom (upgrade to verandah stateroom additional expense) on the Holland America Cruise Ship ms Koningsdam# and settle in for an unforgettable 7-night voyage through the famed Alaskan waterways.

Relax as you cruise one of the world’s most spectacular waterways. 

Spend the day cruising the Inside Passage with its jaw dropping scenery. In the afternoon sail into Juneau, arguably one of America’s most beautiful state capitals, with the looming summits of Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts providing a gorgeous backdrop.

Spend the day cruising the Inside Passage with its jaw dropping scenery. In the afternoon sail into Juneau, arguably one of America’s most beautiful state capitals, with the looming summits of Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts providing a gorgeous backdrop.

Enter the iceberg-strewn waters of Glacier Bay National Park, where thirteen spectacular glaciers flow from surrounding mountains into the waters of the bay. A National Park Service Ranger will help you spot wildlife, while pointing out sights and explaining glacial activity. Perhaps you will be lucky enough to see a pinnacle of ice ‘calve’ or break away from the face of the glacier, and with a thunderous boom land in the bay.

Welcome to the salmon capital of the world. Rich native history makes the town an essential stop for anyone interested in native art.

A day of relaxation as you cruise south.

After disembarkation this morning, fly to Toronto (flight not included; book your flight after 12:30pm).
Two Night Stay: Sheraton Centre Toronto or similar

Today, see one of the most spectacular natural sights of North America as you visit the incredible Niagara Falls. Board a thrilling cruise to the foot of Horseshoe Falls. Get up close to one of the most amazing waterfalls in the world as you feel the mist washing over you. Visit the historic and beautifully preserved village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, before returning to Toronto. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner.

Travel up University Avenue to take in the sights of Ontario’s Parliament Buildings, Queens Park and museum row. Travel east following Lake Ontario to Kingston, the gateway to the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River. Board your vessel for a cruise of one of the most picturesque areas in Eastern Canada. Continue to Canada’s national capital, Ottawa.
Overnight Stay: Delta Ottawa Hotel City Centre or similar

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Visit Madahòkì Farm for an authentic cultural experience. After a traditional arrival and welcome, spend time with the Cultural Ambassadors who will share their indigenous culture including a special dinner and dance presentation.

This morning, our local guide joins us for a tour of Ottawa, famous for its stately boulevards, imposing buildings and tulip filled gardens during spring. See the green-peaked roofs of the Parliament Buildings, City Hall and the National Gallery.

Arrive in Québec City in the afternoon and meet our local guide for a tour of The Plains of Abraham, the Citadel and Parliament buildings. Later, embark on a walking tour within the walls of the Vieux Carré (Old City) and visit Lower Town.
Two Night Stay: Hotel Château Laurier or similar

Québec City is one of the world’s most historical and fascinating cities. Spend the day exploring the quaint streets and ancient buildings and getting to know the local food and people.

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Set off on a picturesque journey along the legendary Chemin du Roy (King’s Road), Canada’s oldest and most storied highway. Discover the postcard-perfect village of Deschambault, nestled along the majestic St. Lawrence River, then savor authentic local flavors at a classic Québécois sugar shack. Finish the day in vibrant Montréal, the quintessentially French city perched on an island in the heart of the St. Lawrence—where European charm meets North American energy.

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Enjoy French Canadian country charm and hospitality and learn how to make maple candy, then partake in a delicious lunch that showcases the local country cuisine.

Two Night Stay: Novotel Montréal or similar

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Montréal, viewing St. Joseph’s Oratory, Notre Dame Cathedral and views of the city skyline from the parklands of Mount Royal.

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Transfer to the airport for your homeward flight.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Tours cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.