Summary
In Brief
- 1 Night Calgary
- 3 Nights Vancouver
- 1 Night Ketchikan
- 1 Night Juneau
- 1 Night Skagway
- 1 Night Whittier
- 1 Night Lake Clark National Park
- 2 Nights Anchorage
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Day by day itinerary
Day
1
Depart UK and fly to Calgary
Join the Rocky Mountaineer for a 3-night trip from Banff to Vancouver. Overnight stay in Banff
Day
2
Rocky Mountaineer - Banff to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. Your journey takes you through a spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior. Today’s highlights include the Continental Divide, the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. Overnight in Kamloops
Day
3
Rocky Mountaineer - Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver.
Days
4-5
Vancouver
Hotel stay.
Day
6
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Prosperous and vibrant Vancouver is Canada's third-largest city and British Columbia's most cosmopolitan center. Enjoy exploring the restored Gastown district or discovering the intrigue of Chinatown. Seize this opportunity to sample delicacies from the sea, explore the North Shore and Stanley Park, the largest natural park of any city on the North American continent, and browse among shops and galleries in Granville Island. Blessed with an unsurpassed natural backdrop, Vancouver is set amid a gorgeous landscape of water and mountains. On a clear day, one can view rugged mountains, emerald-green parklands and the luminous sea from almost any vantage point.
Day
7
Cruising the Inside Passage
Day
8
Ketchikan, Alaska, USA
Ketchikan is the salmon capital of the world and a paradise for fishermen and nature-lovers alike. A quiet city, it hosts quaint restaurants perched on stilts above the water, scores of fascinating shops and spectacular views from every vantage point. Although Ketchikan's Indian name means "Thundering Wings of an Eagle," it is also known as "Alaska's First City," so coined as it is frequently the first stop along the Inside Passage. Venture ashore and discover Ketchikan's rich Indian heritage, visit the world's largest collection of authentic totem poles at Totem Bight and walk along the rustic boardwalk on Creek Street where stilt-buildings in the harbor preserve a distinct pioneer feel. Or, we welcome you to paddle a kayak on sheltered waters, take a floatplane to a remote mountain lake or try your hand at sportfishing. Regardless of how you plan to spend your time in "Alaska's First City," we're sure your visit will be a memorable one.
Day
9
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau, the capital of Alaska, is a town accessible only by air and sea. It was founded during the rush for gold in the 1880s and was named after Joe Juneau, the prospector who first discovered gold in this state. Today, much of its independent frontier atmosphere remains. The infamous and rowdy Red Dog Saloon coexists beside impressive modern office towers. It has a superb location, snuggled between the flanks of 3,600-foot Mt. Juneau and the picturesque Gastineau Channel. Mountains, glaciers and the sea are everywhere to be seen. Among its many attractions, Juneau is our gateway to the Mendenhall Glacier, a 12-mile river of ice that is Alaska's most accessible, and most photographed, glacier.
Day
10
Skagway, Alaska
Discover the flavor of the gold rush era in Skagway. In its heyday, this atmospheric frontier town was the largest in Alaska. During the height of the gold boom, Skagway was known as the gateway to the goldfields, and its population went from 2 to 10,000 in a single year. At one time it boasted 80 saloons and was known as the "roughest town on earth." Although its population is now less than 1,000, its rip-roaring past will come alive as you stroll along Broadway or browse through the Trail of '98 Museum's outstanding collection of memorabilia.
Day
11
Cruising the Glacier Bay
Day
12
Cruising the Hubbard Glacier
Day
13
Whittier
Disembark Crystal Serenity. Transfer from Ship to hotel for 1 night stay.
Day
14
Anchorage to Lake Clark
Anchorage to Great Alaska Bear Camp – Lake Clark
Kenai Island Wildlife Tour. Transfer to the River Side Main Lodge on Kenai Island. After orientation and lunch at the lodge a bush plane flight to the camp. Fly by the peaks and glaciers of two of Alaska’s most famous volcanoes and land on the beach directly in front of Alaska bear Camp. The camp is perfectly situated between the ocean shore and where and where the salmon spawn. Spend the rest of the day out in the filed viewing bears.
Day
15
Great Alaska Bear Camp
Wake up to hot coffee and a wash basin of steaming water. After a hearty breakfast, your guides will discuss the best viewing options, then its off to one or both of the special viewing locations. Lunch and dinner will be served back at the main camp with an evening fire on the beach
Day
16
Great Alaska Bear Camp to Anchorage
After breakfast, continue on your last viewing tour before boarding your plane to the River Side Main Lodge. Relax at the lodge before your shuttle van departs back to Anchorage. 1 night stay in Anchorage
Day
17
Anchorage
Transfer from hotel to Airport. Fly Anchorage to London
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Pricing
Any element of this cruise can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Prices
17-day cruise
from £6,765 pp incl. flights
Tailor-made fly, stay and cruise holiday
Includes
- Return international flights
- 7-night all-inclusive luxury Crystal cruise
- Classic First Passage to the West train trip on Rocky Mountaineer on half-board basis
- Wildlife Tour - Bear viewing at the Great Alaska Bear Camp on a full board basis
- Overseas transfers
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