Vancouver and British Columbia, Canada
Tour the largest mountain range in North America when you take this 13-day tour. Included in this vacation package are 5 nights hotel lodging, a 8 day cruise aboard the "Sapphire Princess", and plenty of sightseeing opportunities! From Los Angeles, to Banff, you'll experience everything from scenic urban areas to ancient glaciers and legendary lakes.
Day 1
LOS ANGELES ~ Begin the Tour
You'll begin your tour with a flight to Los Angeles. Once you arrive, you'll board the "Sapphire Princess" and prepare for an 8 day cruise featuring Vancouver and British Columbia, Canada.
Day 2
SANTA BARBARA 7 am ~ 4 pm
Today, you'll set sail for Santa Barbara, a favorite place for California natives known as the "American Riviera".
Day 3
SAN FRANCISCO 7 am ~ 4 pm
You'll be exploring the "City by the Bay" today, San Francisco. Take advantage of the many photo opportunities you'll experience while traveling the sloping streets by historic cable car or crossing iconic bridges.
Day 4
FULL DAY AT SEA
Spend the entire day aboard the "Sapphire Princess" enjoying the amenities it has to offer. A couple of options would be to relax on deck or treat yourself to a few hours at the spa.
Day 5
ASTORIA 7 am ~ 5 pm
A stop in the historic city of Astoria at the mouth of the Columbia River will show you sloping hills and Victorian-style homes.
Day 6
SEATTLE 9 am ~ 10 pm
Seattle offers a dynamic mix of urban and outdoor attractions. This popular Washington City surrounded by forests and lakes is known for the Space Needle, standing at 605 feet high, and being home to the Museum of Flight. You'll be stopping by these landmarks and others during your stop.
Day 7
VICTORIA 8 am ~ 5 pm
Today will be spent visiting the sunniest city in Canada by the seaside, Victoria, for a stroll through the Butchart Gardens and a tour of the Empress Hotel.
Day 8
VANCOUVER / Disembark
You'll arrive in Vancouver this morning bringing an end to you cruise on the "Sapphire Princess". You'll be taken on a tour of the city and surrounding area before checking into your hotel and retiring for the evening.
Day 9
ROCKY MOUNTAINEER RAIL ~ Vancouver to Kamloops
Today you'll be boarding the "Rocky Mountaineer Rail" for a posh and relaxing journey spanning between Vancouver and the city of Banff. While taking your trip, you'll be treated to a delightful breakfast as well as a lunch featuring native salmon and beef entrees. Snacks will be complimentary as you enjoy the varied scenery on your travels including the canyon of Fraser River Valley and the craggy landscape of Hell's Gate. Your arrival in Kamloops will introduce you to desert-like surroundings. You'll be checking into a hotel in the city for a stay overnight.
Day 10
ROCKY MOUNTAINEER RAIL ~ Kamloops to Banff
Board the "Rocky Mountaineer Rail" once more and travel through the Canadian Rockies en route to Banff. On your travels you'll experience varied scenery and pass natural landmarks such as the Continental Divide, Kicking Horse Canyon, and the Spiral Tunnels. You'll be staying overnight at Banff.
Day 11
CANADIAN ROCKIES ~ "The Crossing"
Tour Banff today with sites including a gondola ride to the peak of Sulphur Mountain, Bow Falls, Bow Lakes, Peyto, and Lake Louise. You'll be staying overnight in the mountains at "The Crossing".
Day 12
CALGARY
Today you'll be going to Icefields Parkway. Following the Continental Divide, you'll enter Jasper National Park and visit the "Columbia Icefields" where a snow coach will take you on a ride across an ancient glacier. Afterwards, head back to "The Crossing" to prepare for your trip to Calgary. Enjoy your farewell dinner and overnight stay at Calgary Tower.
Day 13
END OF TOUR
You'll check out of Calgary Tower and be escorted to Calgary International Airport to prepare to catch your flight back home.
From beginning to end, this tour of the Canadian Rockies is sure to satisfy.
