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About This Tour:
Rocky Mountaineer & Alaska by Sea
Embark on a rail-cruise adventure of a lifetime on this incredible 16-day tour.
Book a qualifying 2020 USA or Canada rail vacation and enjoy a $200 per couple travel credit to use towards your choice of pre- or post-night hotel stay or coach class connecting rail.
Plus, for a limited time, enjoy a $250 per person reduced deposit on qualifying rail tours.*
Book by July 31, 2019 and use promo code EBB20N.
Early booking offer is valid on new bookings only made by July 31, 2019, for travel in 2020. Offer is not valid on Alaska vacations - excluding Alaska the Greatland and Alaska rail & cruise vacations – and all USA fall foliage tours. Maximum bonus offer value is $200 per couple. Offer is not applicable on winter tours. Offer is subject to availability and is non-transferable. Not available for Group Travel. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Additional terms and conditions may apply.
Tour Description
Start your vacation in the Canadian Rockies with a 2-day journey aboard the renowned Rocky Mountaineer, an all-daylight train adventure that fully captures the majestic scenery of the region. Spend a few days in the seaport city of Vancouver before you board the ship for a 7-day cruise of Alaska's Inside Passage to Anchorage. After you disembark, enjoy visits to Denali National Park and Fairbanks.
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Highlights and Inclusions
- 2 days of scenic rail travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer
- 7 nights aboard Holland America Line cruise ship
- Hotel accommodations for 8 nights
- 25 meals
- Vancouver Hop-on Hop-off tour, including admission to Vancouver Lookout Tower
- Denali Natural History Tour
- Port of Call:
-Ketchikan
-Juneau
-Skagway
-Glacier Bay
-Seward (Anchorage)
Itinerary
Day 1 - Calgary to Banff
Arrive in Calgary and transfer to the resort town of Banff. Overnight Banff.
Day 2 - Rocky Mountaineer
This morning board the sleek Rocky Mountaineer to begin your journey through the stunning Canadian Rockies as you head from Banff to Kamloops. Highlights of today's trip include the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon, Rogers Pass and Craigellachie. Overnight Kamloops. (B,L)
Day 3 - Kamloops to Vancouver
Your second day aboard the Rocky Mountaineer takes you deeper into incredible scenery en route to Vancouver. Highlights include the Thompson River and Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Once in Vancouver, check into your hotel where the remainder of the evening is at leisure. Overnight Vancouver. (B,L)
Day 4 - Explore Vancouver
Tour Vancouver on a Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing tour. Visit popular parts of the city including Stanley Park, Chinatown, Gastown and Granville Island. Overnight Vancouver.
Day 5 - Vancouver at Leisure
See Vancouver at your pace. Spend the day shopping on Robson Street or visiting attractions like the Vancouver Art Gallery, which houses a multitude of unique exhibits year round. Overnight Vancouver.
Day 6 - Board Cruise Ship
Board the Holland America cruise ship for your relaxing cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage. With amenities like a spa and salon, the Pinnacle Grill, and a Culinary Arts Center, presented by Food & Wine Magazine, this cruise ship has something for every traveler. Overnight ship. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Alaska's Inside Passage
Spend the day at sea sailing through the breathtaking Inside Passage of Alaska. The scenery is remarkable, with forests and tumbling glaciers. Be on the lookout for whales or other aquatic life that are known to live in the region. Overnight ship. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Ketchikan
Ketchikan is the southernmost city in Alaska and the first port of call. During your visit, you may wish to visit Creek Street, a wooden boardwalk featuring museums, galleries, restaurants, and popular local shops. Overnight ship. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Juneau
Today's port of call is Juneau, Alaska's capital city. It is home to the Juneau Icefield, a large ice mass encompassing more than 30 glaciers including the mighty Mendenhall Glacier. Browse the rustic local shops or climb aboard the Mt. Roberts Tramway for dazzling views. Overnight ship. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Skagway
Spend the day in Skagway. Take your time and shop at stores such as the Trail Bench and Lynch & Kennedy's Dry Goods. Or stop at The Red Onion Saloon, a restaurant with a honky-tonk piano and costumed barmaids. Overnight Ship. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Glacier Bay
Today brings a visit to Glacier Bay, located in southeastern Alaska. Glacier Bay is famous for having the most actively calving tidewater glaciers in the world. The area has 16 of them, 12 of which reach shorelines and have calved to produce icebergs. Overnight ship. (B,L,D)
Day 12 - At Sea
Spend your last day of the cruise at sea. Stop in the Casino or take one last chance to soak in the striking scenery in the Crows Nest, a room that offers sweeping 270° views during the day. Overnight ship. (B,L,D)
Day 13 - Seward
Disembark the Holland America cruise ship in historic Seward, Alaska. Transfer to your Anchorage hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight Anchorage.
Day 14 - Denali National Park
Travel from Anchorage to Denali National Park aboard a luxury dome rail car. Upon your arrival check into your hotel and begin exploring this phenomenal National Park. Overnight Denali.
Day 15 - Denali to Fairbanks
Start your morning early on the Denali Natural History Tour. This tour takes you in search of caribou, Dall sheep, bear, moose and a view of Mt. McKinley. Later today, travel to Fairbanks by train. Overnight Fairbanks.
Day 16 - Fairbanks
Your journey comes to an end today.
Train and Hotel Accommodations
Superior
Hotels include the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Rimrock Resort Hotel, Hilton Anchorage, Grande Denali Lodge, and Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. Bask in the breathtaking scenery of the Canadian Rockies through the panoramic windows of Rocky Mountaineer's custom-designed single-level dome coach in the SilverLeaf Service. Travel aboard the Holland America cruise ship in an Oceanview cabin including two lower beds convertible to one Queen-size bed, bathtub, and shower. Accommodations on Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star are in Adventure Class.
Deluxe
Hotels include the Fairmont Waterfront, Fairmont Banff Springs, Hilton Anchorage, Grande Denali Lodge, and Pike’s Waterfront Lodge. Travel first-class aboard Rocky Mountaineer’s GoldLeaf Service. A custom-designed bi-level dome coach puts travelers right in the middle of the awe-inspiring scenery of the Canadian Rockies as they enjoy gourmet meals prepared by onboard chefs. Travel aboard the Holland America cruise ship in a Veranda Suite including two lower beds convertible to one Queen-size bed, whirlpool bath and shower, sitting area, private verandah, mini-bar, refrigerator, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Accommodations on Alaska Railroad’s Denali Star are in GoldStar Service.
Accommodations are available for inside cabins and moderate hotels. Ask your rail specialist for more details.
Hotel accommodations are based on availability; substitutes will be similar in quality and amenities.
Testimonials
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It was an amazing trip made easy by Vacations By Rail.
We thoroughly enjoyed the rail vacation. It is something we always wanted to do and was on our bucket list. We were not disappointed at all.
Great service, great food, the scenery was tremendous. Just perfect!
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Taxes are not included for the Rocky Mountaineer portion of this vacation. Taxes can be up to 5% on the rail portion only. All accommodations in Kamloops are of moderate standard. Hotel and Rail accommodations listed above, are subject to change based on availability at the time of booking. Prices are land-only, per person based on double occupancy. Prices are correct at the time this web page is published; however, are subject to change.
Port taxes of $240-$245 per person are not included. 2019 & 2020 sailings will be on the ms Noordam
Port taxes of $240-$245 per person are not included. 2019 & 2020 sailings will be on the ms Noordam