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15 Day Alaska Cruise with Rocky Mountaineer Rail & Flights

Calgary - Banff - Jasper - Kamloops - Vancouver - Ketchikan - Juneau - Skagway - Tracy Arm Fjord

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From $6,999 Typically $8,999 Include flight pp twin share

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This deal is SOLD OUT! 

Hold onto your seat because this is the adventure of a lifetime! 

Hop onto a flight to Calgary and travel west through the rolling foothills with the Canadian Rocky Mountains in the horizon to Banff, where you will have the opportunity to tick off some iconic sights such as the Bow Falls and the Hoodoo rock formations, before a stop at the Banff Gondola. At the top of Sulphur Mountain, spectacular views await from the 360-degree observation deck. Next, make your way to visit the Columbia Icefield, hop on an Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier, then a stop at the award-winning Glacier Skywalk experiencing a glass-floored observation platform 918 ft over spectacular glacier-formed valleys and rushing waterfalls. Then, get onboard your spectacular Rocky Mountaineer rail journey as you travel through Kamloops to Vancouver. The real cherry on top is a 7-night Alaska Inside Passage cruise on Royal Caribbean's Serenade of the Seas ship! You'll have the chance to make pit-stops in Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway & Tracy Arm before making your way back to Vacnouver for your flight home.

Itinerary Downloadable Itinerary


Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day 10 Day 11 Day 12 Day 13 Day 14 Day 15

Day 1

Australia  Calgary

Your adventure starts today with your flight to Canada. Depart downtown Calgary and travel west through the rolling foothills with the Canadian Rocky Mountains in the horizon. Upon arrival into Banff you will visit such points as Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoo rock formations, before a stop at the Banff Gondola. At the top of Sulphur Mountain spectacular views await from the 360 degree observation deck. After the tour your Driver/Guide will take you to your hotel.

Accommodation: Banff Inns Hotel or similar, Banff

Meals included: inflight only

Day 2

Banff Jasper

Travel by coach today via one of the most scenic highways in North America - the Icefields Parkway. Visit the Columbia Icefield that covers an area of nearly 125 sq mi (325 sq km) and reaches a depth of 1050 ft (320 m). Time allows for an Ice Explorer ride (included) on the Athabasca Glacier, then a stop at the award-winning Glacier Skywalk (included) experiencing a glass-floored observation platform 918 ft (280 m) over spectacular glacier-formed valleys and rushing waterfalls. Photo stops along the Parkway will be made at Lake Louise, Bow Lake, the Crowfoot Glacier and the Athabasca Falls. This highway is renowned for sightings of bears, elk, moose & mountain sheep, so keep your camera handy. Please note: mountain lakes in this region will be frozen through to mid-June.

Accommodation: Lobstick Lodge or similar, Jasper

Meals included: breakfast and lunch

Day 3

Rocky Mountaineer (Jasper to Kamloops)

All aboard Rocky Mountaineer for a scenic rail journey to Kamloops in the interior of British Columbia. Leaving Jasper National Park, travel the ‘Yellowhead’ route past the sprawling grandeur of Mount Robson ‘the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies and follow the mighty Thompson River, the route of early fur traders, before arriving in Kamloops. 

Accommodation: Thompsons Hotel or similar, Kamloops

Meals included: breakfast and lunch

Day 4

Rocky Mountaineer (Kamloops to Vancouver)

Leaving Kamloops, follow the Thompson River through Ashcroft, one of Canada’s driest towns, with an average rainfall of just 18 centimetres. Pass through Rainbow Canyon, named for its cliffs striped with pinks, greens and greys creating a stunning rainbow effect. Continue on to the Fraser Canyon, where at Hell’s Gate watch water torrent past the canyon walls at its narrowest point. The last leg of the journey takes you through the fertile farming region of the Fraser Valley to arrive in the Pacific port of Vancouver late afternoon. 

Accommodation: Rosedale Hotel or similar, Vancouver

Meals included: breakfast and lunch

Day 5

Vancouver

Today is a free day to explore Vancouver at leisure.  Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections.

Accommodation: Rosedale Hotel or similar, Vancouver

Meals included: breakfast

Day 6

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (Vancouver boarding)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Vancouver cruise terminal to check in for your Alaska Inside passage cruise on the Serenade of the Seas. The ship will depart at approximately 6pm.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast and dinner

Day 7

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (at sea)

Enjoy the ship’s facilities as your cruise through the Inside Passage.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (Ketchikan)

Arrive in port at about 7am and depart at approximately 4pm.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (Juneau)

Arrive in port at about 9am and depart at approximately 8.30pm.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (Skagway)

Arrive in port at about 7am and depart at approximately 8.30pm.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (Tracy Arm)

Arrive in port at about 7am and depart at approximately 12pm.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 12

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (at sea)

Enjoy the ship’s facilities as your cruise back to Vancouver through the Inside Passage.

Accommodation: Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 13

Vancouver Australia

The ship will arrive into Vancouver at about 7am. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Australia.

Day 14

In transit due to dateline

Meals included: inflight only

Day 15

Australia

Arrive home.

Meals included: inflight only

Inclusions & Exclusions


Inclusions

  •  Return economy class airfare from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide*, Hobart*, Canberra*, Darwin* and Perth* (*surcharges apply)
  • International flights with Qantas, Cathay Pacific Airways, Virgin Australia, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways or United Airlines (subject to availability)
  • Airport and cruise port transfers
  • 5 nights hotel accommodation on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities
  • 7 night Alaska Inside Passage Cruise onboard the Royal Caribbean’s Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities (^upgrades to Balcony cabins available at an additional charge).
  • FREE Oceanview Upgrade (twin-share) on the cruise ship for all departure dates (subject to availability)
  • 2 days of Canada Rocky Mountaineer Railway Silver Leaf Service# from Jasper to Vancouver (#Upgrade to Gold Leaf Class on the Rocky Rail at additional cost, subject to availability)
  • Meals as indicated: 17 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
  • All domestic ground transportation via air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • English Speaking Tour guide.  
  • All prepayable airport taxes cruise taxes, & port charges are included in the cost.

 

Accommodation

Banff - Banff Inns Hotel or similar

Jasper - Lobstick Lodge or similar

Kamloops - Thompsons Hotel or similar

Vancouver - Rosedale Hotel or similar

 Alaska Inside Passage Cruise - Serenade of the Seas ship in an Inside Cabin^ on twinshare basis with private bathroom facilities (^upgrades to Oceanview or Balcony cabins available at an additional charge).

Exclusions

  •  Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Any visas or ESTA as required
  • Meals not mentioned.
  • All Drinks.
  • Any additional requests.
  • Tips (Driver, Representative & Guide)

 

Child Policy

Children that are 2 to 11 years of age are eligible for a 10% discount. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

 

Single Supplement

The additional supplement for a single traveller is $4200.

Looking to save on the single supplement? Join our Facebook group - Solo Traveldreamers to connect with other solo travellers or call us on 1300 350 263.

 

Extra Services

Looking to arrive early or stay late post-tour? Call on 1300 350 263 or email us at [email protected] to inquire. More details also available under Extra Services during checkout.

 

 

 

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