Holiday Overview
Journey through the western reaches of Canada and experience some of the most dramatic landscapes and untouched wildlife in the northern hemisphere.
Explore the abundant nature, culture and tradition of British Columbia, relax to the railway rhythm of the award winning Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service, one of the most luxurious ways to see the majestic, snow–capped Rocky Mountains and the mighty waters of the Thompson & Fraser Rivers.
Enjoy the vibrant charms of Vancouver and embark on an unforgettable Alaskan cruise (choose from Holland American Line or Celebrity), spotting orcas, humpback whales and even bald eagles along the way.
'Hi - we’ve just returned from our trip to Canada and wanted to say how amazing it was. We were really impressed with how well organised it was by you. Everything ran like clockwork right down to all the taxi vouchers - it was excellent. While we were out there we met other people who had booked a similar trip through other travel agencies and they were having all sorts of problems with their travel arrangements. We are really glad that we have booked our next holiday to Banff with you in January. Dr Sarah Hirst-Winthrop '
This itinerary can be booked for a range of dates from April to September :
Rockies & Alaska Experience includes:
- Return flights from the UK
- 8 Nights hotel accommodation
- All Transfers
- 2-day Rocky Mountaineer journey from Jasper to Vancouver in GoldLeaf Service (inc breakfast, lunch, snacks & beverages)
- 7 night Alaska Cruise on board Holland America's Zuiderdam or Koningsdam OR we also have Celebrity Solstice - (with a slightly different Alaska itinerary)
- Discover Banff & its Wildlife Tour
- Lake Louise to Jasper via Icefields Parkway tour (one way)
- Ice Explorer ride & Glacier Skywalk
- Choose between Maligne Lake & Guided Walk Tour (Jasper) or Jasper Tramway, the choice is yours
- Vancouver Hop on Hop off Sightseeing Pass
Day 1 - Fly UK to Calgary
On arrival at Calgary, transfer to your hotel in Banff.
Featured accommodation
Mount Royal Hotel Banff
Enhance your experience
The Moose Hotel and Suites Banff
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 2 - Discover Banff & its Wildlife
This morning we have included a 3 hour Discover Banff & its Wildlife Tour.
The Town of Banff is an island of culture and history, surrounded by a sea of untamed wilderness. This tour enriches your visit with stories of 11,000 years of history, hidden in these rugged hills.
Navigate a half-day journey to some of the most important landmarks in the area. You'll stop at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Lake Minnewanka and the "oh wow!" view at Surprise Corner.
Venture down peaceful pine-scented trails and learn about wildlife habitat and behaviour. Ask as many questions as you like, as our guides are experts and love to share their knowledge. Don't forget your camera - we spot wildlife on 95% of these tours.
You have the afternoon at your leisure - why not take a trip on the Gondola and have lunch at the top, or relax at the Banff Hot Springs
Featured accommodation
Mount Royal Hotel Banff
Enhance your experience
The Moose Hotel and Suites Banff
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Unmissable Experiences
Banff Experiences
Day 3 - Banff to Lake Louise
Today, take the short transfer to Lake Louise (included) and check in at your hotel for your one night stay.
Featured accommodation
Lake Louise Inn
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Post Hotel
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Day 4 - Lake Louise to Jasper
Today you travel to Jasper on our "scenic transfer"
This morning you will depart Lake Louise and drive through the "heart" of the Canadian Rockies to Jasper along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Rushing waterfalls, crystal-clear rivers, emerald lakes, alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks create an ever-changing montage of mountain wilderness. The entire day is spent in the majesty of Canada's two most famous National Parks, Banff and Jasper. Stops will be made at Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, and the Weeping Wall before arriving at the Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield to visit the chalet and allow time to enjoy the Ice Explorer ride on the Glacier and Glacier Skywalk. From the Chalet the parkway descends Tangle Ridge and follows the Athabasca River, which begins as melt water from the Athabasca Glacier. We then stop at the Athabasca Falls, where the boiling waters of the river plunge into a chasm gouged out of the valley floor. Your exciting day ends in the quaint townsite of Jasper.
Highlights: - A boxed lunch is included - Glacier Adventure Package (Ice Explorer & Glacier Skywalk) admissions are included
Featured accommodation
Chateau Jasper
Enhance your experience
Forest Park Hotel
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Unmissable Experiences
Glacier Skywalk
Day 5 - Maligne Lake & Guided Walk
We have included the popular Maligne Lake & Guided Walk 5-6 hour tour morning. This amazing tour is a guided interpretive drive up the Maligne Valley. Our exploration will include a stop at Maligne Canyon for a gentle guided walk to the first two bridges above the gorge, a short stop at the "disappearing" Medicine Lake, and finally Maligne Lake. At this picturesque gem of the Canadian Rockies enjoy a guided walk along the Mary Schaffer Loop (3.2km return). We highly recommend adding on the evening Discover Jasper & its Wildlife tour, it is one of our best selling tours.
Featured accommodation
Chateau Jasper
Enhance your experience
Forest Park Hotel
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Unmissable Experiences
Jasper Experiences
Day 6 - Jasper to Kamloops - Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
Travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. Breakfast and Lunch included.
Day 7 - Kamloops to Vancouver - Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening, where you will be transferred to your Vancouver hotel.(Transfer included) Breakfast and Lunch included
Featured accommodation
Sheraton Wall Centre
Enhance your experience
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Pacific Rim
Day 8 - Explore Vancouver
Today you can explore Vancouver at your own pass with a Vancouver Hop on Hop off Sightseeing tour included.
Featured accommodation
Sheraton Wall Centre
Enhance your experience
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Pacific Rim
Unmissable Experiences
Vancouver Experiences
Day 9 - Cruise from Vancouver
Transfer from your hotel to Canada Place and embark Holland America Line for an awe-inspiring 7 night Alaska Cruise.
(Transfer included.)
Day 10 - Scenic Cruising of Inside Passage
Today cruise one of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world - the Inside Passage - where ships can sail close to steep mountain walls, giving magnificent views of the unbelievable scenery from forests to evocative towns.
Unmissable Experiences
Inside Passage
Day 11 - Tracy Arm/Juneau
The narrow Tracy Arm Fjord twists is way through the Tongass National Forest, surrounded by 300 foot high granite walls! The melting snow-caps create waterfalls which dot the shoreline, along with trees growing at odd angles from the rocky outcroppings. Catch a glimpse of the varied wildlife that make their home in and around the fjord’s icy waters, including black & brown bears, wolves, deer, moose, seals and whales At the end of the Fjord, view the dramatic Sawyer glaciers which are framed by the mountains. Juneau, the capital of Alaska, has an air of mystique – a town you cannot reach by road, you need to fly or come by sea! Juneau delights with an abundance of water, forests and mountains. Situated between the Coast Mountains and the Gastineau Channel, Juneau offers a lot of variety, with the immense Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefields at its back door and the Tongass National Forest stretching out to the northeast. Juneau offers a variety of activities from shopping downtown to dog-sledging, hiking, whale-watching and so much more.
Unmissable Experiences
Tracy Arm
Day 12 - Skagway
Skagway was the gateway to the Klondike gold rush in 1898 and the glory days still resound through the town. Stroll through Skagway and browse the restored buildings and wooden boardwalks at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park or take a ride on the White Pass & Yukon narrow-gauge railway and finish up in the Red Onion Saloon!
Unmissable Experiences
Skagway
Day 13 - Glacier Bay
Glacier Bay National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that protects a unique ecosystem of plants and animals living in concert with an ever-changing glacial landscape. It has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than any place else in the world. Watch as monumental chunks of ice split off a glacier and thunder into the sea - the impact sending water hundreds of feet into the air. Hold your breath, catch the moment on film. Then wait for it all to happen again. As it always does.
Unmissable Experiences
Glacier Bay
Day 14 - Ketchikan
With shops and houses built out over the water, Ketchikan clings to the shoreline of the Tongass Narrows. The stairways are weathered and the vibe is cheerful in the town that calls itself the Salmon Capital of the World. Besides the main attractions – Creek Street, the Tongass Historical Museum, Totem Bight State Park and Saxman Village – try a flight sightseeing trip to Misty Fjords National Monument. These deepwater fjords were gouged out by retreating glaciers, leaving granite cliffs towering thousands of feet above the sea and countless waterfalls plunging into placid waters.
Unmissable Experiences
Ketchikan
Day 15 - Scenic Cruising of Inside Passage
Cruise back along the Inside Passage and take in the breath-taking wilderness coastline, with snow capped mountain peaks, glaciers, and rain forests. You may see whales, eagles, sea lions, sea otters, and mountain sheep.
Unmissable Experiences
Inside Passage
Day 16 - Fly Vancouver to UK
Disembark in Vancouver this morning and transfer to the airport.
(Transfer included.)
Mount Royal Hotel Banff
A mountain lifestyle hotel in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. A magical retreat any season.
In the heart of the Canadian Rockies a very special place exists……the Mount Royal Hotel. Set amongst the majestic mountains in a protected landscape of Banff National Park lies the world-class resort town of Banff. In the centre of this breathtaking experience, the Mount Royal Hotel's heritage and charming accommodations will create a long lasting memory for you. Banff's ONLY downtown location with door to door ski resort shuttle service.
The Moose Hotel and Suites, Banff
The design of the Moose is Mountain elegance with warm, rich, natural materials. Located a 1 minute walk from the heart of downtown Banff, the Moose Hotel & Suites features 174 air conditioned guests rooms, with a combination of One and Two Bedroom Suites and hotel rooms.
The Fairmont Banff Springs
The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Alberta, Canada is one of the world's leading luxury hotels set in its own extensive grounds. This resort, built in 1888, is styled after a Scottish Baronial castle and is a National Historic Site. Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Springs hotel boasts stunning views, exceptional regional cuisine and impeccable service offering an unforgettable retreat.
Lake Louise Inn
Nestled in a picturesque wilderness setting in the heart of Banff National Park, Lake Louise Inn is the ideal resort hotel from which to enjoy world-class outdoor adventure, hearty mountain dining and unforgettable views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The village of Lake Louise is a five-minute walk from the Inn, offering a range of shops and services, including a local grocery store, bakery and deli, liquor store and post office. You will also find unique west coast Native art, pottery and Canadian handcrafted goods at the specialty gift shops.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
The iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise located in Alberta's Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake.
Chateau Jasper
The Chateau Jasper is an exceptional hotel with an excellent variety of accommodations and facilities. Situated in Jasper, this eco-friendly hotel is close to Jasper Activity Centre, Jasper National Park, and Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives. Also nearby are Jasper Information Centre National Historic Site and Jasper Municipal Library. Athabasca Falls is 30 minutes' drive from the Chateau Jasper and the Miette Hot springs are 1 hour's drive away.
Forest Park Hotel
Offering cosy accommodations, eclectic dining, extensive resort style facilities, and a wide variety of exciting adventure and relaxation packages, The Forest Park Hotel is the hotel of choice when visiting the beautiful Jasper National Park. Located at the east end of the town's main street, this resort style property can accommodate all of your needs.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Located on the shores of Beauvert Lake in the magnificent Canadian Rockies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge resort invites you to experience the unique accommodations and Luxury Signature Cabins, sure to evoke memories of this Jasper Lodge that will last a lifetime.
Sheraton Wall Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia
Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, the Sheraton Wall Centre is a short walk from business and entertainment neighbourhoods, Robson Street shops and Yaletown restaurants.
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel. One of Vancouver’s most beautiful boutique hotels, situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The spectacular setting allows guests to experience exceptional service and all the needed amenities within the cosmopolitan ambience of the city set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea.
Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver
Located amidst the bustling downtown, while offering spectacular mountain and harbour views, this urban-resort features touches of art, music and fashion woven throughout, award-winning restaurants and bars, rooftop pool, and Willow Stream Spa; located steps from the city’s countless activities, dining and shopping.
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Jasper
Jasper Town
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Rocky Mountaineer
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf service
Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf dinning
Rockies & Alaska Experience Bear
Rockies & Alaska Experience Alaska Cruise
Cascade Mountain Banff
Rockies & Alaska Experience Banff Gondola
Lake Louise
View of Vancouver from Granville Bridge at night
Rockies & Alaska Experience Vancouver
Kamloops
Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2024, 2025 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0009 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
Canada Holiday Offers
Rockies & Alaska Experience
- 15 Nights
- Banff
- Lake Louise
- Jasper
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
Canadian Rocky Mountains
The Splendour of Canada & Alaska
- 17 Nights
- Toronto
- Niagara Falls
- Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
Spectacular Rail Journeys
The Rockies, Alaska & Toronto
- 17 Nights
- Toronto
- Niagara Falls
- Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
- Inside Passage
- Skagway
- Glacier Bay
- Ketchikan
Ontario & Quebec
Canada & Alaska Sojourn
- 19 Nights
- Toronto
- Niagara Falls
- Banff
- Jasper
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska Cruise in Style
- 16 Nights
- Banff
- Jasper
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
- Anchorage
Canada Holidays 2024
Grizzlies and Alaska Cruise
- 14 Nights
- Vancouver
- Knight Inlet
- Alaska Cruise
Rockies & Alaska Explorer
- 19 Nights
- Banff
- Jasper
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
- Whitehorse
- Dawson City
- Fairbanks
- Denali National Park
- Anchorage
Victoria, Vancouver & Alaska Highlights
- 14 Nights
- Vancouver
- Victoria
- Alaska Cruise
Canada Holiday Offers
Bears, Whales & Glaciers
- 15 Nights
- Vancouver
- Victoria
- Tofino
- Alaska Cruise
Denali Explorer & Glaciers
- 13 Nights
- Anchorage
- McKinley Wilderness Lodge
- Denali Wilderness Lodge
- Whittier
- Hubbard Glacier
- Glacier Bay National Park
- Skagway
- Juneau
- Ketchikan
- At Sea
- Vancouver Port
- Vancouver
Rockies & Alaska Grand Discovery
- 17 Nights
- Calgary
- Banff
- Jasper
- Sun Peaks
- Vancouver
- Inside Passage
- Juneau
- Skagway
- Glacier Bay
- Ketchikan
Canada Holidays 2024
Pacific Coast & Alaska Cruise & Fly Drive
- 20 Nights
- Vancouver
- Victoria
- Tofino
- Campbell River
- Whistler
- Alaska Cruise
Yukon & Alaska
Vancouver & Alaska Adventure
- 15 Nights
- Vancouver
- The Inside Passage
- Ketchikan
- Juneau
- Skagway
- Glacier Bay
- The Gulf of Alaska
- Denali National Park
- Anchorage
Majestic Alaska & Rocky Mountains
- 14 Nights
- Calgary
- Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Canadian Rockies & Alaskan Explorer
- 14 Nights
- Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
Canadian Rockies & Grand Alaska
- 13 Nights
- Calgary
- Banff
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
- Anchorage
Vancouver, Alaska & the Rockies
- 18 Nights
- Vancouver
- Canada Place
- Inside Passage
- Tracy Arm/Juneau
- Skagway
- Glacier Bay
- Ketchikan
- Kamloops
- Jasper
- Banff
- Calgary
Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska Cruise
Rockies Alaska Experience Eastbound
- 16 Nights
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
- Rocky Mountaineer
- Kamloops
- Jasper
- Banff
Yukon & Alaska
Alaskan Wilderness Discovery
- 21 Nights
- Vancouver
- Alaska Cruise
- Alyeska
- Anchorage
- Talkeenta
- Denali National Park
- Fairbanks
- Seattle
Canadian Rocky Mountains
Mighty Rockies & Eastern Maritimes
- 20 Nights
- Vancouver
- Kamloops
- Jasper
- Banff
- Montreal
- Quebec City
- Charlottetown
- Sydney NS
- Bar Harbor
- Boston
Canada Wildlife Holidays
Grizzly Bears & Alaska Odyssey
- 16 Nights
- Vancouver
- Knight Inlet
- Whistler
- Alaska Cruise