Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise

Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise

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$9857

$9479

Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise

19 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada

Visiting: Vancouver, Banff, Jasper, Whistler, Victoria, Inside Passage, Alaska, Juneau, Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park, Ketchikan, Inside Passage

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

CRI-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Cruise

Activities:

Walking

From: $9857 $9479 Operator discount: -$378

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Nothing lifts your spirits like sunny days, blue skies, and even bluer water – plus soaring peaks, stunning glaciers, and magnificent wildlife. This lofty tour of Western Canada leads you to see the inspirational sights of British Columbia and Alberta – and from a variety of vantage points. Enjoy a two-day scenic rail journey from bustling Vancouver to the still beauty of Banff National Park; cross the Columbia Icefield aboard an exciting Ice Explorer; then get ready to melt as you ferry to the “garden city” of Victoria to tiptoe through the tulips. You’ll also relish the timeless scenery of Jasper National Park and the alpine resorts of Sun Peaks and Whistler. These dream sights are complemented by the dreamiest of hotels as you rest your wonder-filled head at the best of the Fairmont Collection, including the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Banff Springs Hotel, Chateau Lake Louise, Jasper Park Lodge, and the Chateau Whistler Resort. Your adventure continues with a cruise to Alaska through the breathtaking glacial beauty of the Inside Passage, Tracy Arm, and Glacier Bay National Park, you’ll personally cruise through several exciting ports of call, including the capital city of Juneau, the gold rush town of Skagway, and totem-pole-dotted Ketchikan.

Highlights

  • Tour Vancouver, including the waterfront, Chinatown, and Stanley Park with its old-growth evergreen forests and totem poles

  • Board the Rocky Mountaineer train to follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops

  • Journey from Kamloops eastward to Shuswap Lake with its many miles of shoreline and pass over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park

  • Tour the highlights of Banff: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner

  • Ride an exciting Ice Explorer with a Glaciologist Guide on the Athabasca Glacier and see thundering Athabasca Falls

  • Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, dedicated to the history and culture of the First Nations people, for a private presentation and breakfast

  • Visit to world-famous Butchart Gardens

  • Cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage, a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests

  • Explore the port town of Skagway, the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields during the Klondike Gold Rush

  • Cruise to Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and witness ice calving and marine wildlife

Places You'll See

Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre

Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Vancouver,British Columbia

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

At 6pm, meet your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Welcome to Vancouver! At 6pm, meet your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

Day 2: Vancouver

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tour Vancouver, including the waterfront, Chinatown, and Stanley Park with its old-growth evergreen forests and totem poles. The afternoon is free to explore the many attractions at your leisure before dinner at a local restaurant.
VANCOUVER British Columbia Treasures Tour Vancouver, including the waterfront, Chinatown, and Stanley Park with its old-growth evergreen forests and totem poles. The afternoon is free to explore the many attractions at your leisure before dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CITY SIGHTS Created in 1888, Stanley Park is considered the 'crown jewel' of Vancouver. The oldest park in the city of Vancouver, the dramatically beautiful and panoramic setting of Stanley Park spans more than 1000+ acres right next to downtown Vancouver. Here, Native culture is preserved with a striking collection of First Nations Totem Poles, carved from western red cedar and each carving tells of a real or mythical event with each carving bearing significant meanings – the eagle representing the kingdom of air; the whale as the lord of the sea; and the wolf as the genius of the land – to name a few.

Day 3: Vancouver,Rocky Mountaineer,Kamloops

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation Name: Kamloops Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

At Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station, board the Rocky Mountaineer train to follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops. Tonight, enjoy free time in Kamloops.
VANCOUVER–ROCKY MOUNTAINEER–KAMLOOPS Riding the Rails At Vancouver’s Rocky Mountaineer Station, board the Rocky Mountaineer train to follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops. Tonight, enjoy free time in Kamloops. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
TRAIN SPOTLIGHT Travel in style aboard the legendary Rocky Mountaineer train service from Vancouver to Kamloops. Ride in comfort with exceptional service as you take in the panoramic views through your custom-designed glass-dome coach. Snap the perfect shots of spectacular landscapes from the comfort of your seat or step out on the outdoor viewing area for a wide-open view. Enjoy Rocky Mountaineer’s SilverLeaf service with everything you need and more to experience the majesty of the Rocky Mountains in luxury: panoramic views, delicious meals and beverages brought right to your seat, friendly Hosts and miles and miles of memories.

Day 4: Kamloops,Rocky Mountaineer,Banff,Alberta

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Back aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, journey from Kamloops eastward to Shuswap Lake with its many miles of shoreline. Follow the Kicking Horse River and pass over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park.
KAMLOOPS–ROCKY MOUNTAINEER–BANFF, ALBERTA The Continental Divide Back aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, journey from Kamloops eastward to Shuswap Lake with its many miles of shoreline. Follow the Kicking Horse River and pass over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Spend two nights at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, internationally recognized as the symbol of Canadian hospitality. Opened by Canadian Pacific Railway in 1888, this majestic chateau-style hotel is one of the top three getaways in North America.

Day 5: Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Breathe in the fresh mountain air! This morning, tour the highlights of Banff: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy all that Banff has to offer. You may wish to ride on the Banff Gondola, visit the shops on Main Street, or perhaps take an optional helicopter flightseeing trip for impressive views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff.
BANFF Breathtaking Banff Breathe in the fresh mountain air! This morning, tour the highlights of Banff: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner. The remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy all that Banff has to offer. You may wish to ride on the Banff Gondola, visit the shops on Main Street, or perhaps take an optional helicopter flightseeing trip for impressive views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
PICTURE PERFECT Get ready for a spectacular adventure to explore the beauty of Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes in Banff National Park - Canada’s first national park. This awe-inspiring natural wonder, where soaring peaks and sapphire lakes meet the heavens for a breathtaking experience like no other on Earth!

Day 6: Banff,Lake Louise

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


BANFF–LAKE LOUISE Rocky Mountain Majesty En route to Lake Louise, a side trip showcases one of the crown jewels of the Rockies—Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks (weather permitting). Here, 10 mountain peaks soar above 10,000 feet and surround the tranquil waters of the lake. Arrive enchanting Lake Louise for a [LF] guided heritage walk along the lake. Enjoy an overnight and dinner at the exclusive Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
NATURAL WONDERS Today, you’ll also enjoy a guided heritage walk along Lake Louise to hear about the area’s first settlers, some unique characters, and the history of this incredible setting.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Stay overnight at the spectacular Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Built as a log cabin in 1890, the historic chateau has become world famous, hosting celebrities and royalty, including Queen Elizabeth II, Alfred Hitchcock, and Marilyn Monroe. Take a leisurely stroll along the pristine lake, pamper yourself in the spa, or just relax with afternoon tea.

Day 7: Lake Louise,Columbia Icefield,Jasper

Location: Jasper

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel on awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway past towering peaks and immense hanging glaciers to Jasper National Park. Ride an exciting Ice Explorer with a Glaciologist Guide on the Athabasca Glacier and see thundering Athabasca Falls. Your overnight destination is the charming village of Jasper in Jasper National Park.
LAKE LOUISE–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–JASPER On the Ice Travel on awe-inspiring Icefields Parkway past towering peaks and immense hanging glaciers to Jasper National Park. Ride an exciting Ice Explorer with a Glaciologist Guide on the Athabasca Glacier and see thundering Athabasca Falls. Your overnight destination is the charming village of Jasper in Jasper National Park. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Spend the night at the beautiful Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Originally built by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway and called “Tent City,” it is now a 4-star resort nestled between majestic mountains and enchanting lakes. Take a nature hike, play a game of croquet, enjoy a canoe trip on the lake, or just bask in the beauty of this tranquil setting.

Day 8: Jasper,Sun Peaks

Location: Jasper

Accommodation Name: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast

Departing Jasper, watch the scenery unfold while traveling the Yellowhead Highway.
JASPER–SUN PEAKS Legendary Pathways Departing Jasper, watch the scenery unfold while traveling the Yellowhead Highway.(B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Travel on the legendary Yellowhead Highway along the Fraser and Thompson Rivers – the same route followed by the early fur brigades of the Hudson’s Bay Company as they paddled fully laden canoes to the Pacific Coast. Pass regal Mount Robson; at 12,972 feet, it is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies on this inspiring and mesmerizing road.

Day 9: Sun Peaks,Whistler,British Columbia

Location: Whistler

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast

A spectacular day lies ahead! This morning, travel past some of the most beautiful and rugged lakes and mountains in British Columbia. This afternoon, we arrive in Whistler—one of Canada’s newest and most exciting mountain resorts, and host of the 2010 Winter Olympics— and settle into the deluxe Fairmont Chateau Whistler.
SUN PEAKS–WHISTLER, BRITISH COLUMBIA Rugged Beauty A spectacular day lies ahead! This morning, travel past some of the most beautiful and rugged lakes and mountains in British Columbia. This afternoon, we arrive in Whistler—one of Canada’s newest and most exciting mountain resorts, and host of the 2010 Winter Olympics— and settle into the deluxe Fairmont Chateau Whistler. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT The luxurious Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort is located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain where you’ll enjoy spectacular mountain setting in this stunning architecture that blends with the natural alpine views. Relax in the spa, by the pool, or with a stroll through the Olympic village. Your Tour Director and GlobusGO mobile app have plenty of expert tips, maps, and more.

Day 10: Whistler,Victoria

Location: Victoria

Accommodation Name: Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit the [LF] Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, dedicated to the history and culture of the First Nations people, for a private presentation and breakfast. Afterward, Victoria awaits! Board a BC Ferry for a picturesque cruise to Vancouver Island and the charming, very British “Garden City” of Victoria. This afternoon, discover British Columbia’s capitol on a city highlights tour. Later, you may want to stroll around the Parliament buildings or do some shopping. Enjoy dinner on your own at one of the many restaurants in this delightful harbor city.
WHISTLER–VICTORIA Ancient Traditions Visit the [LF] Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, dedicated to the history and culture of the First Nations people, for a private presentation and breakfast. Afterward, Victoria awaits! Board a BC Ferry for a picturesque cruise to Vancouver Island and the charming, very British “Garden City” of Victoria. This afternoon, discover British Columbia’s capitol on a city highlights tour. Later, you may want to stroll around the Parliament buildings or do some shopping. Enjoy dinner on your own at one of the many restaurants in this delightful harbor city. (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURAL GEMS Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre before opening hours where you will be greeted with a First Nations welcome followed by breakfast. The centre is a spectacular setting, which brings to life the history of Native peoples whose traditions and beautiful culture still resonate today.

Day 11: Victoria

Location: Victoria

Accommodation Name: Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Free time this morning before an afternoon visit to world-famous [LF] Butchart Gardens.
VICTORIA City of Gardens Free time this morning before an afternoon visit to world-famous [LF] Butchart Gardens. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
PICTURE PERFECT Butchart Gardens, named for the woman who founded this botanical oasis of blooming shades and horticultural design. This National Historic site, recognized for its legacy and lush treasure - millions of flowering beds and over 900 varieties of plants in exquisitely landscaped gardens bring fairytales to life. Enjoy the gardens and a special farewell dinner in the original, now restored, greenhouse.

Day 12: Victoria,Vancouver (Embarkation)

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel on a scenic BC Ferry crossing through the Gulf Islands to Vancouver where you will begin your 7-Night Alaska’s Inside Passage cruise.
VICTORIA–VANCOUVER (EMBARKATION) Ready to Cruise! Travel on a scenic BC Ferry crossing through the Gulf Islands to Vancouver where you will begin your 7-Night Alaska’s Inside Passage cruise. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
NATURAL WONDERS You’re in for one wild and wonderful week on a roundtrip cruise on the incredible. Inside Passage through the spectacular ports of Alaska. Cruise from Vancouver to discover spellbinding scenery from narrow fjords to scattered islets and towering peaks. Get close to massive glaciers in Glacier Bay National Park and wait breathlessly for ice to calve off and plunge into the ocean. Inside Passage waters are as smooth as it gets, while on shore you’ll find endless thrills and chills.

Day 13: Cruising: Inside Passage,Alaska

Location: Inside Passage, Alaska

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Alaska’s Inside Passage is a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests along the rugged coast of Southeast Alaska. Arguably one of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve.
CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE, ALASKA Glacial Fjords & Grand Forests Alaska’s Inside Passage is a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests along the rugged coast of Southeast Alaska. Arguably one of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
WILD BY NATURE Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orcas plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline.

Day 14: Cruising: Tracy Arm,Juneau,Alaska

Location: Juneau

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Steep cliffs and glacier-covered mountains flank the Tracy Arm fjord, fringed by the largest intact coastal temperate rain forest in the United States. Old-growth trees colonized Tracy Arm's mouth long ago as the Ice Age retreated. Continue cruising to Juneau, Alaska and visit the most remote, most beautiful, and strangest state capital in the United States. Surrounded by water, forest and mountain sights, visitors seeking things to do in Juneau indoors and outdoors can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building all in one day.
CRUISING: TRACY ARM–JUNEAU, ALASKA Coastal Cliffs & The Catch of the Day Steep cliffs and glacier-covered mountains flank the Tracy Arm fjord, fringed by the largest intact coastal temperate rain forest in the United States. Old-growth trees colonized Tracy Arm's mouth long ago as the Ice Age retreated. Continue cruising to Juneau, Alaska and visit the most remote, most beautiful, and strangest state capital in the United States. Surrounded by water, forest and mountain sights, visitors seeking things to do in Juneau indoors and outdoors can hike a glacier, eat fresh-caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building all in one day. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
UNTAMED WILDERNESS Even more glorious than nearby Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm is part of the 5.7 million acres (or around 23,000 square kilometers) of pure wilderness sheltered by the Tongass National Forest (America's biggest). Visitors often see bears, whales and mountain goats roaming across various corners of this pristine area—not to mention chubby baby seals resting on the ice floes. Summer temperatures average 35 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (0 to 16 degrees Celsius), so pack warm clothing. Pack your waterproof gear in preparation for the more than 1 ½ meters of rainfall each year!

Day 15: Skagway

Location: Skagway

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

At the height of the Klondike Gold Rush, the port town of Skagway served as the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields, and quickly grew into Alaska’s largest settlement. It was then a raucous frontier hub packed with trading posts, saloons, and guesthouses. As the gold rush faded into the 1900s, so did Skagway—but today it has been reinvigorated as a gateway for a new kind of visitor: those looking to explore Alaska’s colorful history, pristine wildlife, and unrivaled natural beauty.
SKAGWAY The Rush for Gold At the height of the Klondike Gold Rush, the port town of Skagway served as the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields, and quickly grew into Alaska’s largest settlement. It was then a raucous frontier hub packed with trading posts, saloons, and guesthouses. As the gold rush faded into the 1900s, so did Skagway—but today it has been reinvigorated as a gateway for a new kind of visitor: those looking to explore Alaska’s colorful history, pristine wildlife, and unrivaled natural beauty. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDS & LORE At every turn, you’ll find yourself immersed in gold rush lore in the town of Skagway, from the infamous Red Onion Saloon that still keeps a pistol Wyatt Earp left behind on his way to the Klondike, to the narrow-gauge White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, traversing rugged mountains, waterfalls, and towering glaciers on its course to Whitehorse deep in the Yukon.

Day 16: Cruising: Glacier Bay National Park

Location: Glacier Bay National Park

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On your cruise to Glacier Bay (A UNESCO World Heritage Site), close your eyes and take in the sounds—the creaks and groans of “living” ice, the shrill cries of gulls and soaring eagles, the splash of a breaching humpback whale. Frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers (there are seven in the park), and sighting marine wildlife is a given on Glacier Bay cruises, and every experience in this changing biosphere is unique.
CRUISING: GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK Making a Splash On your cruise to Glacier Bay (A UNESCO World Heritage Site), close your eyes and take in the sounds—the creaks and groans of “living” ice, the shrill cries of gulls and soaring eagles, the splash of a breaching humpback whale. Frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers (there are seven in the park), and sighting marine wildlife is a given on Glacier Bay cruises, and every experience in this changing biosphere is unique. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
WILD DISCOVERIES Cruise to Glacier Bay where the sounds of creaking groans of living ice in constant flux, the shrill calls of gulls and soaring eagles, and the splash of breaching humpback whales are likely to greet you. Frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers (there are seven in the park), and marine wildlife are main attractions, but every discovery in this dynamic biosphere is unique. With the serene majesty of snow-flecked and forested mountains defining its shores, Glacier Bay National Park offers some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Keep your binoculars and camera ready as you cruise Glacier Bay to the mile-wide Margerie Glacier for the chance to witness ice calving. Wildlife abounds in Glacier Bay, so stay ready—the fluke of a humpback could rise out of the water or you may spot a lone brown bear patrolling a windswept beach at any time!

Day 17: Ketchikan

Location: Ketchikan

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your adventure continues with a visit to Ketchikan, Alaska, where the town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain and picturesque fjords to welcome you to the Inside Passage.
KETCHIKAN Alaska’s First City Your adventure continues with a visit to Ketchikan, Alaska, where the town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain and picturesque fjords to welcome you to the Inside Passage. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & TRADITION Ketchikan has long been an important hub of the salmon-fishing and packing industries. Visitors can savor the fresh seafood at one of the local restaurants on a Ketchikan cruise excursion. Ketchikan is also one of the best spots along the Inside Passage to explore the rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. You can see intricately carved totem poles at the Totem Heritage Center and Totem Bight State Park, while the attractions of Saxman Village just outside of Ketchikan offer the chance to see Tlingit culture in action, with working carvers and a dance show in the clan house.

Day 18: Cruising: Inside Passage

Location: Inside Passage

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Scenic cruising through the Inside Passage offers outstanding opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife.
CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE Where the Wild Things Are Scenic cruising through the Inside Passage offers outstanding opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife. (B,L,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ALASKAN ADVENTURE Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orcas plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline. One of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve.

Day 19: Vancouver,Bc (Disembarkation)

Location: Vancouver

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Schedule flights departing from Vancouver International Airport after Noon.
VANCOUVER, BC (DISEMBARKATION) Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Schedule flights departing from Vancouver International Airport after Noon. (B)

What's Included

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 8 lunches, and 12 dinners are included.

  • Rocky Mountaineer Train

    Board the Rocky Mountaineer train to follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops.

  • Banff National Park Tour

    Tour the highlights of Banff: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner.

  • Ice Explorer Ride

    Ride an exciting Ice Explorer with a Glaciologist Guide on the Athabasca Glacier and see thundering Athabasca Falls.

  • Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre

    Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre for a private presentation and breakfast.

  • Butchart Gardens Visit

    Visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens.

  • Alaska Cruise

    Cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage, a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests.

  • Skagway Exploration

    Explore the port town of Skagway, the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields during the Klondike Gold Rush.

  • Glacier Bay National Park

    Cruise to Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and witness ice calving and marine wildlife.

What's Not Included

  • Kamloops Accommodation

    Kamloops properties are considered moderate 2 or 3-star hotels or motor inns.

  • Weather Conditions

    Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 8 Lunches, 12 Dinners

Notes

Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven or wet surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading.

Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.

At least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Banff National Park|Glacier Bay|Jasper National Park

Mode of Transport

Travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train through stunning landscapes, and enjoy scenic BC Ferry crossings. The tour also includes a 7-night cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage, offering breathtaking views of fjords and glaciers.

Accommodation

Stay at luxurious hotels including Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre, Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort, and Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour.

Accommodation

Vancouver:Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel
Banff:Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Lake Louise:Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Jasper:Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Sun Peaks:Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre
Whistler:Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort
Victoria:Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    You will stay at luxurious hotels including Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre, Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort, and Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour. Note that Kamloops properties are considered moderate 2 or 3-star hotels or motor inns.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, breakfast is provided daily, along with 8 lunches and 12 dinners.

  • What activities are included in Banff National Park?

    In Banff National Park, you will tour the highlights including Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner. You will also have leisure time to explore other attractions such as the Banff Gondola, shops on Main Street, or take an optional helicopter flightseeing trip.

  • What can I expect during the Rocky Mountaineer train journey?

    The Rocky Mountaineer train journey will take you through the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River to historic Kamloops, and then from Kamloops eastward to Shuswap Lake, following the Kicking Horse River and passing over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park. You will travel in style with panoramic views, delicious meals, and exceptional service.

  • What is the Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier?

    The Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier is an exciting experience where you will be guided by a Glaciologist. You will ride on a specially designed vehicle to explore the glacier and see the thundering Athabasca Falls.

  • What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a visit to the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre for a private presentation and breakfast, and a visit to the world-famous Butchart Gardens.

  • What can I expect during the Alaska Inside Passage cruise?

    During the Alaska Inside Passage cruise, you will sail through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests. You will visit ports such as Skagway, Juneau, and Ketchikan, and explore Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can witness ice calving and marine wildlife.

  • What wildlife might I see during the tour?

    You may see a variety of wildlife including humpback whales, orcas, bald eagles, brown bears, and marine wildlife in Glacier Bay National Park.

  • Are there any special notes or conditions for the tour?

    Yes, visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions. Moraine Lake is typically accessible from late May to early September. Kamloops properties are considered moderate 2 or 3-star hotels or motor inns.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

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Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Patty Walker (Google Reviewer)  

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...

11-Aug-2024

Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos.

Suneetha Raja (Google Reviewer)  

I have done Newfoundland &...

06-Jul-2024

I have done Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival tour with Globus in June 2024. It was absolute rubbish for the price I paid towards the tour. Terrible hotels, horrible meals, barely any sightseeing that is worth while the visit, most importantly, the Iceberg festival never happened. Globus sold this specific tour departure date as the only way to attend this supposed Iceberg Festival. I felt cheated after paying 3527£ for a 13 day tour considering the only reason I picked this departure date was because I wanted to attend this Iceberg festival. I could have used my time and money in a better way doing a different tour with another company. A Canadian company who did the exact same tour is doing it for £2400. I have been travelling with Globus and Cosmos tours since 2008. However, this company tours have been terrible after the covid shutdowns. They are charging more than the premium companies and not providing the equivalent service on par with the prices. Safe to say that I won't be recommending Globus and Cosmos tours to anyone. Try other tour companies that are on the market.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed.

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