The Ultimate Canada & New England Adventure

Be transferred to your hotel. Stay Two Nights: Toronto, Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre

Meet your Tour Director and fellow passengers at a Welcome Breakfast. Then explore Toronto on a tour to discover the sights of this multicultural city. (B)

This morning, stop at the village of Niagara-on-the-Lake before continuing to Niagara Falls for a thrilling boat cruise (raincoats provided). You might like to take an exciting helicopter ride over the falls. Stay: Niagara Falls, Marriott on the Falls in a Fallsview Room (B/D)

Insider Experience: Stay in a Fallsview Room at Marriott on the Falls.

Visit Kingston en route to Ottawa and cruise around the 1000 Islands of the St Lawrence Seaway. Stay Two Nights: Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel (B)

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Ottawa. Then either tour the Canadian Parliament or relax at your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to perhaps see Ottawa by bicycle or take a Canadian Museum of Civilization Tour (own expense). (B)

Visit Parc Oméga, an open-range native animal sanctuary, before heading to historic Québec City. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure. Stay Two Nights: Québec City, Hotel Manoir Victoria (B)

Explore Québec City during a tour. Then perhaps take a horse-drawn carriage tour, a river cruise along the St Lawrence River or explore Québec City on a walking tour (own expense). (B/D)

Insider Experience: Later, dine at a traditional local Sugar Shack.

Head to Montréal for a city tour. The remainder of the day is to be enjoyed at leisure. Stay Two Nights: Montréal, Marriott Chateau Champlain (B/D)

Enjoy a free day to explore on your own terms. This is the perfect opportunity to soak up the French culture and taste the local cuisine. (B)

This morning, cross the border into the USA and travel to Waterbury. Later, continue to the mountain resort town of Stowe in Vermont. Stay: Stowe, Golden Eagle Resort (B)

Insider Experience: Visit Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory for a tour and tasting.

After breakfast, journey to Concord via the rugged White Mountains. Enjoy leisure time before heading for the city of Boston later today. There is time to settle into your hotel before dinner tonight. Stay Two Nights: Courtyard Boston Downtown (B/D)

Tour Boston today, world-renowned for its strong links to sport, history, music and cuisine. Along with a proud Irish heritage, Boston boasts many impressive landmarks. After your tour, enjoy an afternoon at leisure to make your own discoveries and to perhaps dine at a local restaurant. (B)

Board a ferry from Boston to Provincetown, Cape Cod. Explore this eastern peninsula before arriving at Sea Crest. Stay: Cape Cod, Sea Crest Beach Hotel (B/D)

Insider Experience: Stay at The Sea Crest Beach Hotel.

Today, your journey continues to the city of Philadelphia via Newport. Here you will visit a pocket of beautifully preserved historic mansions, each with their own unique style. Stay: Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District (B)

In Philadelphia, take a tour of the city's sights before arriving in Lancaster. Stay: Lancaster, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton (B/D)

Insider Experience: Tonight you're invited to enjoy a traditional Amish feast.

On a tour of local Amish communities this morning, you'll gain a fascinating insight into their culture, faith and traditional way of life. Then journey to the capital Washington DC, the nation's political powerhouse and home to a collection of some of America's finest landmarks. Stay Two Nights: Washington Plaza Hotel (B)

Take in the US capital's sights on a city tour, for highlights including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the United States Capitol Building and the FBI Headquarters. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you wish. (B)

Arrive in arguably the world's most famous city today. Where no visit would be complete without a tour of New York City's iconic Empire State Building for sweeping views across this bustling metropolis. Explore New York City from the convenience of The Empire Hotel, right in the heart of the Big Apple. Stay Two Nights: New York City, The Empire Hotel (B)

A city sightseeing tour this morning ensures you'll cover the Big Apple's many highlights. This afternoon, enjoy time to make your own discoveries before a Farewell Dinner at your hotel tonight. (B/D)

Insider Experience: Enjoy breakfast at a traditional New York City diner.

Fly to Vancouver (not included) to be met and transferred to your hotel for a Welcome Reception. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel (B)

Later today, fall in love with the beautiful city of Vancouver and get to know some of its most vibrant areas and best-loved attractions on a fascinating sightseeing tour. (B)

Insider Experience: Watch for bears and enjoy a delicious breakfast at Grouse Mountain.

Board the Rocky Mountaineer, one of the world's most famous rail journeys. See the Spiral Tunnels, as well as Kicking Horse Canyon, before arriving in the city of Kamloops late this afternoon. Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (B/L)

Reboard the Rocky Mountaineer as you continue your spectacular rail adventure today. Follow the North Thompson River past rolling landscapes before ascending through the majestic scenery of the Monashee Mountains. Journey onward past Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Alberta Icefields. Then head past Mt Robson, which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, before traversing the Yellowhead Pass and entering Jasper National Park, one of Canada's oldest and largest national parks. Tonight, enjoy free time to explore and perhaps sample the local fare in one of Jasper's restaurants. Stay Two Nights: Jasper, Mountain Park Lodges (B/L)

After breakfast today, you have the full day to relax or explore Jasper. Perhaps opt for one of the select experiences available. You might like to take in the sights on a unique and exhilarating Harley Davidson side-car tour, embark on a thrilling rafting adventure along the Athabasca River or enjoy a memorable evening wildlife experience (own expense). (B/D)

Insider Experience: Dine at Maligne Canyon Wilderness kitchen.

Still in Jasper National Park, explore Maligne Canyon this morning and enjoy time walking through its deep rocky ravines. Then travel along the Icefields Parkway, which is considered to be the world's most scenic highway, before stopping at the Columbia Icefield for a thrilling Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier. Afterwards, continue on to Lake Louise, the ‘Jewel of the Rockies' and one of the world's most stunning locations. Stay: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (B/D)

Travel to Moraine Lake (weather permitting). Arrive in Banff for a tour. Stay Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge (B)

After breakfast, enjoy today at leisure to explore more of this beautiful alpine resort at your own pace. If you're after adventure, then why not choose from a range of select experiences available to you today. Consider joining a heli-flightseeing tour for aerial views of this breathtaking region. Perhaps watch for local wildlife on an exhilarating Bow River float trip or why not set off on a Banff Experience tour (own expense). (B)

Descend from the Rockies via the beautiful Yoho National Park, then continue to Little Shuswap Lake. Gain an insight into the history of Canada's indigenous culture on an interpretive walk and enjoy a First Nations-inspired dinner. Stay: Quaaout Lodge & Spa (B/D)

Insider Experience: Learn about Canada's indigenous culture on a walk and a First Nations-inspired dinner at Quaaout Lodge and Spa.

Travel through the vast landscapes of the Cariboo region today, before arriving in Whistler. This famous alpine resort town offers an array of cultural and outdoor discoveries. Enjoy an indigenous-inspired feast at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre and learn about the local First Nations people. Stay Two Nights: Delta Whistler Village Suites (B/D)

Insider Experience: Join an indigenous-inspired feast at Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.

Today is yours at leisure to explore this outdoor enthusiasts' paradise however you wish. Nestled in the picturesque setting of the Coast Mountains, Whistler is the perfect base from which to discover this wilderness region. Perhaps choose one of the select experiences available today. You might like to take an enthralling floatplane flight, tour Blackcomb Mountain on a Jeep Safari, or head up to the snow-line of Whistler Mountain by 4x4 or snowcat. Other options include a gondola ride, an informative Tree Trek, a zip trek or an exhilarating helicopter flight (own expense). (B)

On your journey south to Victoria this morning, travel along the Sea to Sky Highway for breathtaking views. Along the way, stop at Shannon Falls, which towers above the Howe Sound, North America's southernmost fjord, before taking a ferry ride across the Georgia Strait. Alternatively, you may prefer to experience the region's natural beauty from the skies on a floatplane flight from Whistler to Victoria (own expense). Stay Two Nights: Victoria, Marriott Inner Harbour (B)

Enjoy time at leisure today or if you'd prefer to explore further afield, consider choosing from one of the select experiences available to you. Perhaps embark on an exhilarating whale-watching cruise or enjoy a leisurely horse-drawn carriage tour to discover some of Victoria's many attractions (own expense). (B/D)

Insider Experience: Visit The Butchart Gardens for a Farewell Dinner.

After breakfast at your hotel, travel to Vancouver and board your Holland America Line ship for your Alaskan Inside Passage cruise. Enjoy time to settle in before dinner on board this evening. Stay Seven Nights: Holland America Line's MS Koningsdam (B/D)

Enjoy a full day at sea at the beginning of your phenomenal journey. Relax and absorb the majestic scenery as your ship cruises past dramatic rocky headlands and glides over the frigid waters of the Inside Passage. You also have plenty of time to explore the facilities of your cruise ship and perhaps relax in one of the onboard public areas. (B/L/D)

Today your journey brings you to Alaska's capital, Juneau. There is time to explore the region's glacial terrain and gold rush history or perhaps choose to make your way to the town and explore the rustic shops located here. You may also like to experience an exhilarating dog sled ride over a glacier or try one of the other activities available to you. These include sampling delicious salmon baked over a fire or even trying your hand at panning for gold in this former gold rush town (own expense). (B/L/D)

This morning you'll dock at the port of Skagway, which is located at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage. Skagway was once a frontier town and gateway to the Klondike and still celebrates its gold rush past to this day. You will find a variety of stores and saloons in town that capture the excitement and history of the gold rush days. Here you will also have the opportunity to learn more about gold prospecting or view some of the fascinating local wildlife (own expense). (B/L/D)

Wake up to the breathtaking sight of Glacier Bay National Park this morning, with its formidable rivers of ice, wild coastline and sheltered fjords. As you cruise through the national park, it is easy to see why the area has received World Heritage status. Today, you'll gain a more detailed insight into the unique nature of this national park as local rangers will join you on board to impart their knowledge, explaining the geological wonders and diverse wildlife found in this remarkable region. (B/L/D)

Arrive today in the Alaskan town of Ketchikan, which is renowned for its idyllic scenery, rich Alaskan Native culture, and is regarded as the salmon capital of the world. Here, you will have free time to relax and explore the town at your leisure. Alternatively, perhaps choose to join a walking tour of the town or learn about the history of Tlingit culture at Saxman Native Village (own expense). Where you'll be captivated by the collection of Native American totem poles on display. (B/L/D)

Today marks your final day aboard your premium Holland America Line cruise ship. You'll spend the day 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. (B/L/D)

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)