Spirit of the Rockies with Alaska Cruise
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
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Vancouver,British Columbia
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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)
Location: Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Schedule flights departing from Vancouver International Airport after Noon.
What's Included
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Rocky Mountaineer Train
Board the Rocky Mountaineer train to follow the Fraser Canyon and the Thompson River through beautiful landscapes to historic Kamloops.
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Banff National Park Tour
Tour the highlights of Banff: Bow Falls, Tunnel Mountain, and Surprise Corner.
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Ice Explorer Ride
Ride an exciting Ice Explorer with a Glaciologist Guide on the Athabasca Glacier and see thundering Athabasca Falls.
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Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre
Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre for a private presentation and breakfast.
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Butchart Gardens Visit
Visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens.
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Alaska Cruise
Cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage, a protected network of waterways that wind through glacier-cut fjords and lush temperate rain forests.
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Skagway Exploration
Explore the port town of Skagway, the primary gateway to the legendary gold fields during the Klondike Gold Rush.
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Glacier Bay National Park
Cruise to Glacier Bay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and witness ice calving and marine wildlife.
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BC Ferry Crossings
Enjoy scenic BC Ferry crossings during the tour.
What's Not Included
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Kamloops Accommodation
Kamloops properties are considered moderate 2 or 3-star hotels or motor inns.
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Weather Conditions
Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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What is the age requirement for this tour?
At least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast daily, 8 lunches, and 12 dinners.
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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.
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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.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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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.
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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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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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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:
Tour code:
CRI-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
21-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat