Rocky Mountains at your own pace & cruise to Alaska

Day 1 – Arrival in Calgary

Overnight in Calgary

Upon arrival in Calgary, you collect your rental car and drive to your hotel in the city. Calgary is a modern metropolis with clear roots in Western cowboy culture, clearly reflected in its saddle‑shaped stadium. You may wish to visit the Calgary Tower for panoramic views of the city and the distant Rocky Mountains, or take a stroll along Stephen Avenue Walk, the city’s lively pedestrian street with shops, cafés, and restaurants.

Day 2 – Calgary – Banff National Park

Overnight in Banff - On the July 5 departure, the overnight stay will be in Canmore.

From Calgary, you drive west towards the Rocky Mountains and Banff National Park, where impressive mountains, valleys, and forests await. Along the way, you can visit Bow Falls and enjoy the scenic Tunnel Mountain Drive with beautiful viewpoints. The day ends in the charming town of Banff with cafés and shops.

Day 3 – Banff National Park

Overnight in Banff - On the July 5 departure, the overnight stay will be in Canmore.

The day is spent in Banff National Park, driving along the Bow Valley Parkway with the possibility of visiting Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. Experience Cave and Basin, hike through Johnston Canyon, and end the day with a boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka. The evening is enjoyed in Banff.

Day 5 – Yellowhead Highway from Jasper to Kamloops

Overnight in Kamloops

From Jasper, you drive towards Kamloops through changing landscapes, with stops at Mount Robson and Rearguard Falls. The route passes through lush valleys and into the drier interior of British Columbia before arriving in Kamloops by the Thompson River.

Day 6 – Kamloops – Vancouver

Overnight in Vancouver

From Kamloops, you drive towards Vancouver through the Fraser River Valley with stops at Fraser Canyon, Yale Historic Site, and Hell’s Gate. Upon arrival in Vancouver, you can explore Chinatown and the historic Gastown district before returning the rental car.

Day 7 – Experiences in Vancouver

Overnight in Vancouver

The day is free in Vancouver. Visit Stanley Park with its totem poles and scenic views, then head to Granville Island with its lively Public Market, arts and crafts, and cafés.

Day 8 – Start of the Cruise in Vancouver

Overnight on board the ship

After a week of stunning nature experiences, it is time for the cruise. The morning is free in Vancouver before heading to the cruise terminal. Later, the ship sails out beneath the Lions Gate Bridge and the cruise begins towards new adventures.

Day 9 – Sailing Through the Inside Passage, Alaska

Overnight on board the ship

Your first full day at sea features sailing through the Inside Passage, with beautiful fjords and opportunities to spot whales and other wildlife. Enjoy the ship’s facilities, activities, restaurants, and entertainment in relaxed surroundings.

Day 10 – Icy Strait Point, Alaska

Overnight on board the ship

Arrival at Icy Strait Point on Chichagof Island, an authentic area operated by the Tlingit people, featuring lush rainforest and dramatic tidal changes. The area offers rich wildlife and is an ideal place for whale watching.

Day 11 – Sailing by Hubbard Glacier, Alaska

Overnight on board the ship

The ship sails into Disenchantment Bay and close to the impressive Hubbard Glacier. Experience the glacier’s enormous ice masses, the blue‑green fjord, and the chance to see and hear dramatic calving as the ship manoeuvres calmly in front of the ice face.

Day 12 – Juneau, Alaska

Overnight on board the ship

Arrival in Juneau, Alaska’s capital, surrounded by mountains, glaciers, and sea. Enjoy whale watching, visit the Mendenhall Glacier, and explore the city’s history from the gold‑rush era.

Day 13 – Ketchikan, Alaska

Overnight on board the ship

Arrival in Ketchikan, a colourful town set between the ocean and rainforest. Take a walk along the waterfront and Creek Street, and see the many totem poles that tell the story of the region’s rich Indigenous culture.

Day 14 – Sailing Through the Inside Passage, Alaska

Overnight on board the ship

The final day on board offers a peaceful sail through the Inside Passage with beautiful mountains, islands, and mist‑covered coastlines. Enjoy the views, the ship’s facilities, and a relaxing end to the journey.

Day 15 – Disembarkation in Vancouver, British Columbia

Overnight before flight

The journey concludes in Vancouver with early arrival. After disembarkation, there is time to explore the city, for example a visit to Gastown or some shopping, before heading to the airport for the flight home to London.

Day 16 – Back in London

You arrive in London after an experience‑rich journey filled with magnificent nature, fascinating culture, and unforgettable moments. Memories of Alaska – glaciers, whales, and fjords – will stay with you long after your suitcase has been unpacked.