Canadian Masterpiece with Rocky Mountaineer & Alaska Cruise

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{ "summary": [ "Experience unmatched natural beauty on this affordable Canadian vacation and Alaskan Cruise. Arrive in the exciting city of Vancouver for two nights and enjoy guided sightseeing that includes the harbourfront, Stanley Park, and other famous landmarks. Then board the Rocky Mountaineer Train for a 2-day trip and retrace the route of the great 19th century explorers. Travel through spectacular scenery following the Fraser River through canyons and overnight in Kamloops. Continue on through the Selkirk Mountains and enter Yoho National Park with its towering peaks. Wind through the Spiral Tunnels, an engineering marvel, before your train climbs Kicking Horse Pass then crosses the Continental Divide and enters Alberta and Banff National Park. Spend two nights in Banff with time to hike, stroll through the townsite, or relax at the hot springs. Perhaps treat yourself to an optional helicopter ride for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies from above. Visit gorgeous Lake Louise, its turquoise waters perfectly reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Then travel the stunning Icefields Parkway and take a ride on the Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle over ice that's 750-feet-thick! Arrive in magnificent Jasper National Park with the chance to take an optional scenic float trip down the Athabasca River. Journey to the base of 12,972-foot Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, on your way to your overnight in the resort town of Sun Peaks. Continue to Whistler where you'll spend two nights and have time to enjoy the many activities this legendary resort village has to offer. Cross via ferry to Victoria for sightseeing and a visit to world famous Butchart Gardens with its 55 acres of floral displays. Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Victoria before returning to Vancouver where your adventure continues with a 7-night cruise through the Inside Passage to Alaskan ports of call. Follow the coast through spectacular waterways to watch for orcas, whales, otters, and eagles. Dock in Juneau on the Gastineau Channel and visit the Alaskan capital's rustic shops in town. Next port is Skagway, with its history of tough prospectors who passed through on their way to find Gold in the Yukon. Cruise on to Glacier Bay, which has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than anywhere in the world. Your last port of call is the picturesque town of Ketchikan, known as the \"Salmon Capital of the World. \" More scenic cruising takes you back to Vancouver where your journey may end but the memories you've made on this Canada and Alaska adventure will last a lifetime!" ], "itinerary": [ { "icon": "location", "day": "1", "title": "VANCOUVER", "image": "", "body": "Welcome to Vancouver! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.Once you get settled, perhaps head out and start exploring this vibrant, culturally diverse city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coastal Mountains. Take a walk to the harbour front or check out the city's thriving culinary scene that offers a wide array of delicious cuisines." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "2", "title": "VANCOUVER", "image": "", "body": "This morning, an included city tour highlights Stanley Park, the harbour, beaches, and more. The remainder of the day is at leisure. You could take a water-taxi to lively Granville Island with its outdoor markets, street musicians, and waterfront cafés, or visit historic Gastown with its steam-powered clock, antique shops, and art galleries." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "3", "title": "VANCOUVER-ROCKY MOUNTAINEER-KAMLOOPS", "image": "", "body": "Board the Rocky Mountaineer for a 2-day, all-daylight adventure through some of Canada's most spectacular scenery. Travel along the Fraser and Thompson River canyons, before arriving in the city of Kamloops. (B,L)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "4", "title": "KAMLOOPS-ROCKY MOUNTAINEER-BANFF NATIONAL PARK", "image": "", "body": "Reboard the train and continue your adventure as you travel along Shuswap Lake, through the Columbia Mountains, and into the Canadian Rockies. Wind your way through the Spiral Tunnels while climbing Kicking Horse Pass to cross the Continental Divide into the province of Alberta. Enter Banff National Park for a two-night stay. (B,L)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "5", "title": "BANFF NATIONAL PARK", "image": "", "body": "After an orientation tour, today is at leisure. Hike the many wilderness trails in the area, stroll through Banff townsite, or simply relax at the hot springs. Banff National Park is the perfect place for photographers and wildlife watching, and as a visitor you may be lucky enough to encounter some of these amazing creatures, like elk, deer, or big-horn sheep, in their natural habitat. Perhaps elevate your experience with an optional helicopter ride over the awe-inspiring Canadian Rockies - a once-in-a-lifetime experience you won't soon forget!" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "6", "title": "BANFF NATIONAL PARK-LAKE LOUISE-COLUMBIA ICEFIELD-JASPER NATIONAL PARK", "image": "", "body": "Enjoy a day of scenic grandeur. First visit famous Lake Louise, where green-blue waters create a perfect reflection of the surrounding mountains. Then travel the stunning Icefields Parkway where you'll stop to ride the Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle over ice that's 750 feet thick! This afternoon, take the opportunity to glide down the Athabasca River on an optional scenic float trip. Enjoy an orientation tour of the town of Jasper upon arrival." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "7", "title": "JASPER NATIONAL PARK-MOUNT ROBSON-SUN PEAKS", "image": "", "body": "Start your day with a magical optional cruise on Maligne Lake to the much-photographed, Spirit Island*. Then travel to the base of 12,972-foot Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Continue through British Columbia's Fur Trade and Cariboo regions for glimpses of the soaring granite mountains. Watch for wildlife as you continue to the internationally renowned Sun Peaks ski resort for an overnight stay.*This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "8", "title": "SUN PEAKS-LILLOOET-WHISTLER", "image": "", "body": "Head south, following the once-treacherous Cariboo Wagon Trail. From Lillooet, \"Mile 0 of the Gold Rush Route,\" you'll follow the rushing waters of Cayoosh Creek en route to the resort town of Whistler, with an afternoon arrival and orientation." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "9", "title": "WHISTLER", "image": "", "body": "Today is at leisure to explore this lively mountain resort town on your own. Choose to soar to new heights on an optional Peak 2 Peak Gondola ride which spans the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains and is the world's longest unsupported span for a lift of this kind. Or if you'd prefer staying closer to the ground, perhaps take an optional excursion to the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre, a First Nations Museum and Art Gallery, for an authentic Indigenous experience.*Operation of the Peak 2 Peak Gondola is seasonal and may not be available on early departures." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "10", "title": "WHISTLER-FERRY CROSSING-VICTORIA", "image": "", "body": "Set sail across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island. In Victoria, sightseeing includes a visit to gorgeous Butchart Gardens and their 55 acres of floral displays, and seeing the Empress Hotel, Legislative Buildings, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. In your free time this evening, perhaps take a stroll along the scenic harbour front." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "11", "title": "VICTORIA", "image": "", "body": "A day at leisure gives you the chance to have high tea at the Empress Hotel, go shopping on Government Street, or have lunch in one of the many pubs. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing. Or take home a whale of a tale by embarking on an optional Marine Wildlife and Whale Watching Expedition where you'll cruise the beautiful waters of the San Juan and Gulf Islands, looking for whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles." }, { "icon": "location", "day": "12", "title": "VICTORIA-VANCOUVER (EMBARKATION)", "image": "", "body": "Board the ferry this morning and head back to the mainland where you will say goodbye to your Tour Director upon transferring to your cruise ship for a 7-night voyage through the famed Inside Passage. Your package price includes Holland America's 'Have It All Premium Cruise Package.' (D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "13", "title": "SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE", "image": "", "body": "Spend the day cruising one of the world's most spectacular waterways. Located along the coast of British Columbia, the Inside Passage is the longest sheltered inland waterway in the world. Watch the water for orcas and humpback whales. (B,L,D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "14", "title": "JUNEAU", "image": "", "body": "Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on Gastineau Channel, Alaska's capital city of Juneau has massive Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield at its back door. Visit the rustic shops in town-or get out and kayak, raft, hike, whale watch, flightsee, or fish. There is no end to the adventure because of the long daylight hours. (B,L,D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "15", "title": "SKAGWAY", "image": "", "body": "Skagway is historically considered the gateway to the Gold Rush of 1898 when thousands of men with dreams of striking it rich poured into the city and withstood treacherous winter conditions traveling on to the Yukon Territory. Explore gold rush lore at the Trail of '98 Museum or at the Red Onion Saloon, with its treasure trove of memorabilia featuring pictures of Klondike Kate, Peahull Annie, and other historic characters. Or simply walk on the boardwalks along the dirt streets and enjoy perusing all the shops. (B,L,D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "16", "title": "SCENIC CRUISING: GLACIER BAY", "image": "", "body": "Glacier Bay has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than any place else in the world. How does it feel when a colossal chunk of ice splits off a glacier and crashes into the sea? The sound is like thunder and the impact shoots water hundreds of meters into the air. You hold your breath as you capture the moment on camera, then wait for it to happen again! (B,L,D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "17", "title": "KETCHIKAN", "image": "", "body": "Alaska's \"First City\" of Ketchikan is so named because it is the first major landfall for most cruisers as they enter the picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage, where the town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain. An important hub of the salmon-fishing and -packing industries, visitors can try their luck on a sport-fishing excursion or simply savor the fresh seafood at one of the local restaurants. It is also one of the best spots along the Inside Passage to explore the rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. (B,L,D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "18", "title": "SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE", "image": "", "body": "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. Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska's most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orca plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline. (B,L,D)" }, { "icon": "location", "day": "19", "title": "VANCOUVER (DISEMBARKATION)", "image": "", "body": "Your cruise ends this morning. Please schedule flights after noon. (B)" } ] }

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