Alaska & Canadian Rockies by Land, Sea, and Air

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Start your journey through the Canadian Rockies and explore the ins and outs of this iconic region. Then visit the beautiful City of Victoria on Vancouver Island, before joining the cruise that will take you through the splendid spectacle of these serene landscapes of Inside Passage.

Travel Season: May to September

Start location: Vancouver, British Columbia
End Location: Anchorage, Alaska

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Destination/Regions Alaska, British Columbia, Canadian Prairies
Activity Level Easy
Duration 13 Days

All about the Alaska & Canadian Rockies by Land, Sea, and Air.

Alaska & Canadian Rockies by land, sea, and air.

13 Days from Vancouver to The Canadian Rockies and Alaska

Day 1 to 5 – Fall in love in the Canadian Rockies

Banff & Jasper National Parks are known as the crown jewel of the Canadian National Park system.
Famous for its vibrant blue and green lakes, towering peaks, and a host of wildlife that calls this region their home. This iconic tourist destination welcomes over 4 million tourists every year. Your journey will take you to all the landmark locations such as Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Columbia Ice Field & Skywalk Adventures, as well as riding up the Banff Gondola for a spectacular 360 degree view of Banff and all its surroundings.

Before embarking on the Alaska Cruise, fly out from Calgary to the romantic City of Victoria, the Capital City of British Columbia. Visit the world famous Butchart Gardens, and embrace the city’s charming nature as you roam the streets of this Victorian styled city.

Day 1 – Vancouver
Day 2 – Banff
Day 3 – Lake Louise
Day 4 – Calgary
Day 5 – Victoria

Day 6 to 12 – Onboard Alaska Cruise

Uncover treasures tucked away in mother nature on this Alaska cruise departing from Vancouver. Along the way, visit towns that once thrived during the Gold Rush era and relive history with your own eyes. You can expect to experience Native Alaskan culture and come face-to-face with some of Mother Nature’s greatest masterpieces. Enjoy the many available activities in Alaska, from wildlife viewing to scenic train rides, experience the Final Frontier on this once in a lifetime expedition.

Exact route Subject to change, please refer to most updated route map on Princess Cruise Website.

Day 6 – Vancouver
Day 7 – At Sea
Day 8 – Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 9 – Juneau, Alaska
Day 10 – Skagway, Alaska
Day 11 – Glacier Bay National Park (Scenic Cruising), Alaska
Day 12 – College Fjord (Scenic Cruising), Alaska
Day 13 – Anchorage, Alaska

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Day 1 Vancouver, BC

Welcome to Vancouver, a stunning city with a view whichever way you turn. Canada’s gateway city to the East.
Day 2 Banff, AB

Today, we will fly out to Calgary, Alberta, and be transferred by bus to the Town of Banff. Be on the lookout while you are in the National Park area, as wildlife are often spotted along this stretch of the highway. Along the way, you will visit Bow Falls & Surprise Corner for more picturesque scenes of the Canadian Rockies!

In the afternoon, ride on the Banff Gondola and soar 698 metres (2,292 feet) on an 8-minute journey to the summit of Sulphur Mountain. Enjoy the many available activities on top of the mountain, including an astonishing 360 degree unobstructed view of the Banff Valley and it’s surrounding mountains.
Day 3 Lake Louise, AB

Travelling north today on the scenic Icefield Parkway and again, be on the lookout, as wildlife are often spotted along this stretch of the highway. If you are lucky, you can spot wandering moose, black bear and cubs, mountain goats, and various other wildlife that calls this area home! About 2 hours north will bring you to one of the most iconic landmark the Canadian Rockies, the Columbia Icefield. Here, you will be have a chance to walk on the Athabasca Glacier, one of the six toes of the entire Columbia Icefield. Also, experience the exhilarating thrill walking onto the glass-floored suspension bridge that sits 918 foot (280 meters) in the air.

Later in the afternoon, check-in to the Hotel Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and embrace its million-dollar view of Lake Louise, and enjoy this undeniably iconic Canadian view outside your hotel.
Day 4 Calgary, AB

Weather permitting, we will visit the stunning turquoise Moraine Lake, cradled by the Valley of the Ten Peaks. It is a sight straight out of a dream! We will also visit other iconic locations from Emerald Lake, Nature Bridge and the Spiral Tunnels, leaving a profound and lasting impression of the magnificence of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 5 Victoria, BC

Fly from Calgary, Alberta to the Capital City of British Columbia, Victoria. Your motor coach will pick you up at the airport and take you to the world famous 120-year-old Canadian Landmark, the Butchart Gardens. Created by Jennie Butchart, and still privately owned and operated by the family, this 55-acre display garden located in Brentwood Bay, British Columbia was designated a National Historic Site of Canada, in 2004 for its one hundredth birthday. Experience a relaxing afternoon in the Garden, and enjoy English Afternoon Tea in its Dining Room before you leave.

Embrace the streets of this charming Victorian Styled City of Victoria, and take a stroll around its inner harbour. Experience for yourself why Victoria is often called one of the most Romantic City in the world.
Day 6 - 12 Cruise

Your Motor Coach will transfer you back to Vancouver this morning, and drop you off at the Cruise Ship Terminal for you to embark on the Alaska Cruise portion of the journey.
Day 13 Anchorage, AK

Your Journey ends as you disembark from the Cruise ship in the morning.

Island Princess at Hubbard Glacier, Alaska

Alaska Onboard