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Rockies Odyssey and Alaska by Air, Land and Sea

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 Trip Length
21 Days
 Trip Starts
Vancouver
 Trip Finishes
Seattle
21 Day Rockies Odyssey and Alaska by Air, Land and Sea Itinerary (APT)
Countries Explored: Canada, USA
Trip Operator
Trip Style
Land Journey
Accommodation
4.5 - 5 Star
Max. Group Size
40
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
UTA21

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on APT's 21 Day Rockies Odyssey and Alaska by Air, Land and Sea. Spend 21 days exploring Canada and Alaska in total luxury with APT. Journey on the Rocky Mountaineer in GoldLeaf Service, stay at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and discover coastal towns along the incredible Inside Passage, including Ketchikan, Sitka and Juneau.

Itinerary

Once you've landed in Vancouver, we'll meet you at the airport and bring you to your hotel before tonight's welcome dinner. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel (D)

Explore Vancouver's must-see sights on a guided discovery. (B)

Signature Experiences:
  • After an exclusive breakfast at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park's Cliff House Restaurant, you'll join an insightful nature exploration through the grounds and across the suspension bridges.

Board the Rocky Mountaineer and soak up the views from your bi-level glass-dome carriage in GoldLeaf Service. Gaze up at the Coast Mountains and pass Hell's Gate. Follow the Thompson River on the way to Kamloops. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation) (B/L)

Your rail journey heads towards the Rockies. See the engineering marvel of the Spiral Tunnels and traverse Kicking Horse Pass. Once in Banff National Park, head for the ‘Castle in the Rockies', Fairmont Banff Springs. Stay Two Nights: Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room (B/L)

Choose your activity today. Tonight, your hotel offers an impressive dining range. (B/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • You may like to take part in the Banff Experience, which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, board the Banff Gondola, or set off on a heli-flightseeing excursion. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River, or learn to be a Canadian ice hockey player. Otherwise, spend some time at the Willow Stream Spa.
  • This evening, dine at one of your hotel's restaurants.

After a tour through the town, set out along the Trans-Canada Highway and through Banff National Park to Lake Louise. Stay Two Nights: Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, in a Lakeview Room (B/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • For dinner, choose one of your hotel's restaurants.
Signature Experiences:
  • This morning, meet a Mountie and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

First up this morning, you'll travel to Moraine Lake, and spend time marvelling at the glacially fed waters. Look forward to a free evening. (B)

Signature Experiences:
  • On the shores of Lake Louise, join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the area's rich natural history.

Join the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic stretches of road. Pause at Peyto Lake, stop at Columbia Icefield and journey onto Athabasca Glacier. Continuing via Athabasca Falls, your day ends in Jasper. Stay Two Nights: Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (B/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • At your lodge, choose where to dine this evening.

Freedom of Choice experiences offer a new perspective today. (B)

Freedom of Choice:
  • See the park on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle sidecar tour, embark on a Maligne Valley experience by hike or cruise, go rafting down the Athabasca River, or ride the Jasper SkyTram.

Today, take in views of Mt Robson as you travel along the Yellowhead Highway. Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel (B/D)

Follow the tracks of early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes. Later, re-enter the Coast Mountains and learn why Whistler attracts so many outdoor enthusiasts. Stay Two Nights: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa (B/D)

Enjoy a Signature Experience this morning. This afternoon, set out on your chosen activity. (B)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Enjoy a floatplane flight, explore Whistler Mountain on a snowcat adventure, enjoy a mountain Jeep safari or ride the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Adventurous ones may prefer a tree trek or a zip trek.
Signature Experiences:
  • The heritage of Canada's indigenous people comes to light at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Enjoy breakfast and explore the museum, discovering your First Nations ‘animal spirit' with the help of your guide.

Travel south along the Sea-to-Sky Highway. Board your BC Ferries journey to Vancouver Island. Continue to Chemainus, a town famous for its vibrant outdoor murals, before arriving in Victoria. If you'd rather forgo the journey by land and ferry, take a floatplane flight instead (own expense). Stay Two Nights: Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort, in a Deluxe Water View Room (B)

Tonight, enjoy a special dinner with your fellow travellers. (B/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • Visit The Butchart Gardens before the general public is granted access, and enjoy an exclusive breakfast in the original Butchart residence. More than 100 years in the making with a former quarry as the initial canvas, Jennie Butchart transformed this space into a haven overflowing with lush greens and colourful blooms. The result of her vision is the gardens you will see today, which are still family-run.

Board your included flight from Victoria to Ketchikan in Alaska. Transfer to your lodge and settle in before a Signature Experience. Stay Two Nights: Ketchikan, Cape Fox Lodge in a guaranteed Ocean View Room (B/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • Enjoy a special Welcome to Alaska dinner at your lodge and learn about the native Tlingit community during a cultural presentation.

Today will be spent exploring Misty Fjords National Monument, one of nature's most spectacular creations. A boat ride takes you to Rudyerd Bay, an ice-carved masterpiece deep within the Monument. Here, you'll learn about the natural history of the fjords and listen to the call of nesting sea birds as you glide past towering glacier-sculpted cliffs and shimmering waterfalls. The afternoon has been left free for you to relax back at your lodge. (B/L)

With a morning at leisure to discover Ketchikan at your own pace, you might like to visit historic Creek Street, the Tongass Historical Museum or the Southeast Alaska Discovery Centre. Alternatively, see the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, visit Saxman Native Village or explore Totem Bight State Historical Park (own expense). Later, fly from Ketchikan to Sitka (flight included) and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Stay: Sitka, Totem Square Hotel (B/D)

This morning, choose from the sightseeing activities on offer. A free afternoon gives you the chance to explore Sitka at your leisure. Perhaps discover the town's historic Russian buildings which have been maintained as miniature museums, learn more about Sitka's history at the Sheldon Jackson Museum, or visit the Southeast Indian Cultural Centre (own expense). Later, board your included flight to Juneau and transfer to your hotel. Stay Three Nights: Juneau, Four Points by Sheraton in a guaranteed Sea View Room (B)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Perhaps discover the best of Sitka on a guided tour, including a wildlife tour through the Alaska Raptor Centre, a visit to the Sitka National Historical Park and a stop at the Fortress of the Bear. Alternatively, keep an eye out for Alaskan wildlife as you head out on a leisurely kayaking excursion to explore Sitka's sheltered waterways, harbours and picturesque coves. Another option is a wildlife-viewing cruise that gives you the opportunity to see whales, sea otters, porpoises, sea lions, harbour seals, brown bears and more.

Enjoy an exciting Signature Experience today. (B/L)

Signature Experiences:
  • Cruise through the incredible Tracy Arm Wilderness Area, home to deep fjords and sheer granite cliffs. Have your camera handy as you glide past cobalt-blue icebergs, thundering waterfalls and an abundance of Alaskan wildlife. Your boat will get as close as possible to the ever-changing Twin Sawyer Glaciers, which cannot be accessed by larger ships.

It's up to you how you spend today as you choose from the sightseeing activities on offer, before a farewell dinner tonight. (B/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • You might choose to head out on a seaplane excursion to the Juneau Icefield, including an Alaskan salmon feast at the remote Taku Glacier Lodge. Alternatively, get up-close to the impressive Mendenhall Glacier on a guided canoe trip, with the option to step onto the glacier itself and see its incredible ice caves. Another option is a helicopter ride over the Juneau Icefield and Herbert Glacier, home to spectacular rock formations and icefalls. Or for a true Alaskan experience, perhaps upgrade to a helicopter dog sled tour on the Herbert Glacier (additional expense).

Your incredible discovery of Alaska comes to an end today. Board an included flight from Juneau to Seattle for your onward flight home. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Cruise through the incredible Tracy Arm Wilderness Area, home to deep fjords and sheer granite cliffs
  • Eexclusive breakfast at Capilano Suspension Bridge's Cliff House Restaurant
  • Meet a Mountie and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
  • On the shores of Lake Louise, join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the area's rich natural history.

  • Freedom of Choice Inclusions
  • Expert APT tour director
  • GoldLeaf service on the Rocky Mountaineer
  • Transfers and gratuities

  • Luxury dining - a total of 34 meals

  • Stay two nights at the Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
  • Enjoy two nights at The Westin Whistler Resort and Spa
  • Relax during a two-night stay at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
  • Stay for two wonderful nights at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
  • Enjoy a superb two-night stay at The Fairmont Banff Springs
  • Stay two nights in Vancouver at The Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
  • One night at Sun Peaks Grand Hotel

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Prices are seasonal and are subject to change
  • Accommodation in Alaska is limited (average of three stars) - APT selects the best available
  • Please ensure your onward flight from Seattle departs no earlier than 6pm
  • Porterage not included in all locations
  • Prices are for land and specified flights only
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Prices & Dates

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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by APT. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from APT. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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