Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise

Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise

Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver

Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour

Days 1-3
Kamloops

Downtown Kamloops skyline in winter

Days 3-4
Banff

Paddling on Moraine Lake during summer in Banff National Park

Days 4-6
Banff National Park

Banff National Park

Days 5-6
Lake Louise
Lake Louise

Lake Louise

Days 6-7
Banff National Park
Banff National Park of Canada

Banff National Park

Day 6
Athabasca Glacier
Athabasca Glacier

Athabasca Glacier

Day 7
Columbia Icefield

Glacier Skywalk, Columbia Icefields

Day 7
Jasper, Canada
Jasper

Jasper, Canada

Days 7-8
Mount Robson. highest peak in the Canadian Rockies
Mount Robson

Mount Robson. highest peak in the Canadian Rockies

Day 8
Riding the Chair Lift through the forest with snow covered trees on the hills surrounding Sun Peaks Village
Sun Peaks

Riding the Chair Lift through the forest with snow covered trees on the hills surrounding Sun Peaks Village

Days 8-9
Whistler

Skiers and snowboarders on Whistler mountain

Days 9-10
Victoria

Victoria, Canada

Days 10-12
Vancouver

Aerial view of downtown Vancouver

Day 12
Morning mist along Inside Passage
Inside Passage

Morning mist along Inside Passage

Day 13
Glacier Bay

View of the spectacular Margerie Glacier terminus

Day 13
View of Juneau from Mount Roberts
Juneau

View of Juneau from Mount Roberts

Day 14
Old city centre of Skagway, Alaska
Skagway

Old city centre of Skagway, Alaska

Day 15
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
Glacier Bay

A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park

Day 16
Historic wooden buildings of Creek Street in Ketchikan
Ketchikan

Historic wooden buildings of Creek Street in Ketchikan

Day 17
Inside Passage, Alaska
Inside Passage

Inside Passage, Alaska

Day 18
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver

Vancouver, Canada

Day 19

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise" for an unforgettable journey through Canada and Alaska. Begin your adventure in vibrant Vancouver, exploring its iconic waterfront and lush Stanley Park. Board the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer train, traversing breathtaking landscapes to historic Kamloops and beyond. Experience the majestic beauty of Banff and Jasper National Parks, with highlights including the Athabasca Glacier and the serene Lake Louise. Delight in the cultural richness at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and the world-renowned Butchart Gardens. Transition to a 7-night cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage, where you’ll witness the awe-inspiring Glacier Bay National Park and explore the historic town of Skagway. This tour promises a blend of natural wonders, cultural insights, and luxurious accommodations, offering a truly immersive experience in the heart of North America's most stunning landscapes. ...more ...less

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.

  • 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 the 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

Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour

Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour

Jasper, Canada

Jasper, Canada

Riding the Chair Lift through the forest with snow covered trees on the hills surrounding Sun Peaks Village

Riding the Chair Lift through the forest with snow covered trees on the hills surrounding Sun Peaks Village

Skiing in a Winter Landscape to the Alpine Village of Sun Peaks

Skiing in a Winter Landscape to the Alpine Village of Sun Peaks

A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park

A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park

Historic wooden buildings of Creek Street in Ketchikan

Historic wooden buildings of Creek Street in Ketchikan

Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel

Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre

Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre

Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

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Day 1: Arrive In Vancouver,British Columbia

Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada

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.

Day 2: Vancouver

Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver, Canada
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada

Location: Vancouver, Stanley Park

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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. 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 illustrating 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

Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Kamloops
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Kamloops
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver, Canada

Location: Vancouver, Kamloops

Accommodation Name: Kamloops Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train to follow the Fraser Canyon and Thompson River through beautiful landscapes from Vancouver to historic Kamloops. Tonight, enjoy free time in Kamloops.

Day 4: Kamloops,Rocky Mountaineer,Banff,Alberta

Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Kamloops
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Kamloops

Location: Kamloops, Shuswap Lake, Banff National Park, Banff

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Back aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, journey from Kamloops eastward to scenic Shuswap Lake. Follow the Kicking Horse River and pass over the Continental Divide into Banff National Park.

Day 5: Banff

Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park

Location: Banff, Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, Surprise Corner

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.

Day 6: Banff,Lake Louise

Lake Louise
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Lake Louise
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park
Banff National Park

Location: Banff, Lake Louise

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

BANFF–LAKE LOUISE Rocky Mountain Majesty Travel north within Banff National Park to Lake Louise, one of the most-photographed lakes in the world, framed with mountains, glacial creeks and lakeshore trails. Take delight in the enchanting Lake Louise with a [LF] guided heritage walk along the lake. Enjoy an overnight stay and dinner at the exclusive Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE NATURAL WONDERS Today, you’ll also enjoy a guided walk along Lake Louise to hear about the area’s first settlers, some unique characters, and the history of this incredible setting. The lakeshore trail offers memorable views of Fairview Mountain and the Victoria Glacier, which feeds the brilliant turquoise waters of Lake Louise. TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION 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 relax with afternoon tea.

Day 7: Lake Louise,Columbia Icefield,Jasper

Athabasca Glacier
Columbia Icefields Skywalk Valley
Jasper, Canada
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
Lake Louise
Lake Louise
Glacier Skywalk

Location: Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield, Jasper

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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. Take an exciting ride on an all-terrain Ice Explorer to the Athabasca Glacier and thundering Athabasca Falls. Consider an optional guided raft excursion on the Athabasca River to admire the scenery of the Jasper National Park and the Canadian Rockies from the water. Your overnight destination is the charming village of Jasper in Jasper National Park. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION 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

Mount Robson. highest peak in the Canadian Rockies
Mount Robson. highest peak in the Canadian Rockies
Jasper, Canada
Beautiful Mount Robson in summer season, Canada
Beautiful Mount Robson in summer season, Canada
Riding the Chair Lift through the forest with snow covered trees on the hills surrounding Sun Peaks Village
Skiing in a Winter Landscape to the Alpine Village of Sun Peaks

Location: Jasper, Mount Robson, Sun Peaks

Accommodation Name: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre

Meals Included: Breakfast

JASPER–SUN PEAKS, BRITISH COLUMBIA Legendary Pathways Departing Jasper, watch the scenery unfold while traveling the Yellowhead Highway to the year-round alpine resort of Sun Peaks in British Columbia. (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

Skiing in a Winter Landscape to the Alpine Village of Sun Peaks
A beautiful view of Lost Lake in Whistler
Riding the Chair Lift through the forest with snow covered trees on the hills surrounding Sun Peaks Village
Skiing in Whistler mountain resort
Whistler Village in Summer

Location: Sun Peaks, 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.

Day 10: Whistler,Victoria

Whistler Village in Summer
Skiing in Whistler mountain resort
A beautiful view of Lost Lake in Whistler
Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada

Location: Whistler, Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, Victoria, Parliament Buildings

Accommodation Name: Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit the [LF] Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, dedicated to the history and culture of First Nations, 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 the beauty and rich history of British Columbia’s capital 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.

Day 11: Victoria

Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada

Location: Victoria, Butchart Gardens

Accommodation Name: Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Free time this morning before an afternoon visit to world-famous [LF] Butchart Gardens.

Day 12: Victoria,Vancouver (Embarkation)

Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Victoria, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada

Location: Victoria, 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.

Day 13: Cruising: Inside Passage,Alaska

Morning mist along Inside Passage
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
Morning mist along Inside Passage
Morning mist along Inside Passage
Inside Passage, Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
Inside Passage, Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
Morning mist along Inside Passage
Inside Passage, Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
Inside Passage, Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park

Location: Inside Passage, Misty Fjords National Monument, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve

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.

Day 14: Cruising: Tracy Arm,Juneau,Alaska

Juneau, Alaska. Mendenhall Glacier Viewpoint with Fireweed in bloom.
Juneau, Alaska. Mendenhall Glacier Viewpoint with Fireweed in bloom.
View of Juneau from Mount Roberts
View of Juneau from Mount Roberts

Location: Tracy Arm, 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.

Day 15: Skagway

Old city centre of Skagway, Alaska
Old city centre of Skagway, Alaska

Location: Skagway, Red Onion Saloon, Skagway, White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, Skagway

Accommodation Name: Cruise Ship

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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 HIGHLIGHTLEGENDS & 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

On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
A whale breaches in front of Glacier Bay National Park
On a cruise at Glacier Bay National Park in Alaska
A whale breaches in front of 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. Be awed by frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers (there are seven in the park), and typical sightings of marine wildlife are just a few thrilling experiences while cruising on Glacier Bay.

Day 17: Ketchikan

View of Ketchikan, Alaska
View of Ketchikan, Alaska
Historic wooden buildings of Creek Street in Ketchikan
Historic wooden buildings of Creek Street in 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.

Day 18: Cruising: Inside Passage

Morning mist along Inside Passage
Inside Passage, Alaska
Inside Passage, Alaska
Morning mist along Inside Passage
Morning mist along Inside Passage
Inside Passage, Alaska
Inside Passage, Alaska
Morning mist along 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.

Day 19: Vancouver,Bc (Disembarkation)

Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Aerial view of Vancouver downtown Coal Harbour
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada
Vancouver, Canada

Location: Vancouver

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Schedule flights departing from Vancouver International Airport after Noon.

What's 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.

  • BC Ferry Crossings

    Enjoy scenic BC Ferry crossings during the tour.

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.

  • Mobility Concerns

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

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. ...more ...less

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. ...more ...less

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</b>:Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour
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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. In Kamloops, accommodations are considered moderate 2 or 3-star hotels or motor inns. ...more ...less

  • What activities are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a variety of activities such as a ride on the Rocky Mountaineer train, an Ice Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier, a visit to the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, a tour of Banff National Park, and a visit to the world-famous Butchart Gardens. Additionally, you will enjoy a 7-night cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage, explore the port town of Skagway, and cruise to Glacier Bay National Park. ...more ...less

  • Are there any special considerations for guests with mobility concerns?

    Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven or wet surfaces, specifically for ferry loading and unloading. It is important to consider this when planning your participation in the tour activities.

  • What is the age requirement for this tour?

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

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes breakfast daily, 8 lunches, and 12 dinners.

  • What is the policy regarding weather conditions for the tour?

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

  • What is the highlight of the cruise portion of the tour?

    The cruise portion of the tour highlights include cruising through Alaska's Inside Passage, visiting Glacier Bay National Park, and exploring the port town of Skagway, which was a primary gateway during the Klondike Gold Rush.

  • 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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Lisset  

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. ...more ...less

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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. ...more ...less

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. ...more ...less

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. ...more ...less

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. ...more ...less

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Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise

19 Days Starting and ending in Vancouver, Canada

Visiting: Vancouver, Stanley Park, Kamloops, Shuswap Lake, Banff National Park, Banff, Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, Surprise Corner, Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield, Jasper, Mount Robson, Sun Peaks, Whistler, Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre, Victoria, Parliament Buildings, Butchart Gardens, Inside Passage, Misty Fjords National Monument, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve, Tracy Arm, Juneau, Skagway, Red Onion Saloon, Skagway, White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, Skagway, Glacier Bay National Park, Ketchikan ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

CRI-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

21-

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Cruise, Luxury

Activities:

Walking

From: $10047 $9723 (USD) Operator discount: -$323

NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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