Day 1: Arrive Calgary, Banff

Be met at the airport and transferred to Banff. Meet your Tour Director and get to know your fellow guests at a special Welcome Reception.
Stay: 2 nights at Ptarmigan Inn, Banff

Day 2: Banff

Spend time exploring the charming alpine resort of Banff on a tour. Then, perhaps discover the full extent of Banff’s natural beauty by choosing from a range of select experiences on offer today.

ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY 
Discover more with our Enhance Your Journey optional select experiences - Perhaps board a helicopter adventure for aerial views of the surrounding region. Take in the stunning scenery on a Bow River float trip or set off on a Banff Experience tour, which includes a visit to Johnston Canyon (additional charges apply).

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Banff, Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise

Journey along the scenic Icefields Parkway, then board an Ice Explorer for a ride onto Athabasca Glacier. This evening, enjoy time to relax in the iconic setting of Lake Louise, which is one of western Canada’s best-known natural attractions.

INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Settle in to The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Stay: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Meals: Breakfast & dinner

Day 4: Lake Louise, Sun Peaks

TOURING VARIATION
Rocky Mountaineer Rail Option: Perhaps replace Days 4 and 5 touring with a Rocky Mountaineer Rail journey to Vancouver. Board the Rocky Mountaineer and pass the Spiral Tunnels and Kicking Horse Canyon before arriving in Kamloops. Stay in Kamloops at a hotel assigned by Rocky Mountaineer. Additional cost. Enquire for details.

Descend from the Rockies via beautiful Yoho National Park, then continue to Sun Peaks.
Stay: Sundance Lodge, Sun Peaks
Meals: Breakfast & dinner

Day 5: Sun Peaks, Vancouver

TOURING VARIATION
Rocky Mountaineer Rail Option: Rejoin the Rocky Mountaineer this morning and continue to Vancouver where you will rejoin your tour group.

Travel through the vast landscapes of the Cariboo region this morning, which stretches from the border of Alberta to the Pacific Ocean. Later, arrive in Vancouver where you will spend two nights. Settle into your hotel and enjoy free time this evening to perhaps try one of the local restaurants for dinner.
Stay: 2 nights at Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel, Vancouver
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Vancouver

Discover Vancouver’s best-loved attractions on a sightseeing tour today. These include the Waterfront, Granville Island and Stanley Park. There is also time to visit its historic heart, Gastown, a hub for cuisine, fashion and stylish interior design boutiques. Later this evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner with fellow guests ahead of your Alaskan cruise. 
Meals: Breakfast & dinner

Day 7: Vancouver, embark cruise

After breakfast and a leisurely morning in Vancouver, you will be transferred to board your premium cruise ship for the next part of your journey. There’s time to settle in and familiarise yourself with life on board.
Stay: 7 nights aboard Holland America Line’s Zaandam
Meals: Breakfast & dinner

Day 8: Inside Passage

Enjoy a full day at sea as you cruise north through Alaska’s Inside Passage. Take in the majestic coastal scenery, as your ship journeys past remote islands and rocky headlands. You’ll also have time to relax and explore the facilities of your cruise ship.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 9: Juneau

Visit Alaska’s capital Juneau today. Perhaps explore the city’s array of rustic shops or opt for a select experience. Join a dog sled ride across a glacier, sample salmon baked over a fire or try panning for gold (own expense).
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 10: Skagway

Dock at the port of Skagway, located at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about gold prospecting or view local wildlife (own expense).
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 11: Glacier Bay

Wake to Glacier Bay National Park. As you cruise through the national park, it’s easy to see why this area has earned World Heritage status. Throughout today, gain a more detailed insight into the unique nature of Glacier Bay National Park. Local rangers join you on board to explain the geological wonders and diverse wildlife found in this region. 
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 12: Ketchikan

This morning, arrive in the Alaskan town of Ketchikan, regarded as the salmon capital of the world. Perhaps choose to join a walking tour of the town or learn about the history of Tlingit culture on a visit to Saxman Native Village (own expense).
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 13: Inside Passage

You’ll spend time cruising south through the Inside Passage and its magnificent landscapes and towering glaciers. There is time to relax on board and enjoy the premium facilities of your ship while you take in the incredible views. This evening, savour a final dinner on board.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Day 14: Disembark cruise, depart Vancouver

After breakfast this morning, disembark in Vancouver and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast

*Advertised price is based on 25 April 2024 departure and includes saving amount.

*Prices are per person (pp), AUD, twin share, include port charges and include savings and Early Payment Discount where applicable. Book by 30 November 2023, unless sold out prior. Prices and offers are correct as of 07 September 2023 but may fluctuate due to changes in surcharges, taxes or currency. Advertised price based on tour URBWBV14 departing 25 April 2024 and includes saving amount. Limited seats/suites and offers on set 2024 departures are available and are subject to availability. Offer not combinable unless specified, available on new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time.

^Save up to $1200 per couple: Price is inclusive of $600 pp ($1200 per couple) saving. A $1000 per person non-refundable deposit must be paid within 7 days of booking. Final payment is due 100 days prior to tour’s departure date. Holland America Line Alaska Cruise will cruise Hubbard Glacier on select April and September 2024 departures. All other departures will cruise to Glacier Bay. Rocky Mountaineer is an optional extra and is at additional cost at time of booking. Further Travelmarvel terms and conditions apply, please enquire with your RAC travel consultant for details.

A further $165 deposit per person is due at time of booking. General RAC Travel terms and conditions apply.