Calgary Stampede, Rockies and Alaska Cruise
Tour Description
Day 1: Arrive Calgary
21 days, 37 meals. Begin your Canada and Alaska adventure with a two-day ‘Wild West’ extravaganza at the Calgary Stampede.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Calgary
Welcome to Calgary, where you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and get to know your fellow guests and Travelmarvel Tour Director.
Day 2: Calgary Stampede
Your two-day ‘Stampede Thrill Package’ includes a ticket to the Afternoon Rodeo, gate admission, a souvenir program, an evening ticket to the Chuckwagon Races and the Grandstand Show, plus two thrilling Skyrides over Stampede Park.
Day 3: Calgary Stampede
Enjoy a full day to return to Stampede Park and experience all the excitement that the Calgary Stampede has to offer.
Day 4: Calgary, Banff
This morning, depart for beautiful Banff National Park. On arrival in Banff, enjoy a sightseeing tour to get to know the town’s stunning surroundings.
Day 5: Banff
Today is at your leisure to discover beautiful Banff.
Day 6: Banff, Lake Louise
After a leisurely morning, visit Moraine Lake (weather permitting) on your way to Lake Louise, the ‘Jewel of the Rockies’.
Day 7: Lake Louise, Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper
Journey along the Icefields Parkway today and stop at Athabasca Glacier for a thrilling Ice Explorer ride. Then continue to the alpine resort town of Jasper.
Day 8: Jasper, Blue River, Thompson Valley
Walk through Maligne Canyon before descending through the Canadian Rockies and travelling to Thompson Valley.
Day 9: Thompson Valley, Vancouver
Upon arrival in Vancouver, enjoy time at leisure to explore this beautiful cosmopolitan city.
Day 10: Vancouver
Enjoy a tour of Vancouver and some of the city’s most iconic sights.
Day 11: Vancouver, Whistler
Take a scenic drive along the Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler.
Day 12: Whistler, Victoria
On your return from Whistler, board a ferry across the Georgia Strait to Victoria.
Day 13: Victoria
Enjoy time at leisure, then visit The Butchart Gardens.
Day 14: Victoria, Vancouver, Embark Cruise
Travel by ferry from Victoria to Vancouver and board your premium cruise ship.
Day 15: Inside Passage
Enjoy the day at sea, cruising through the dramatic scenery of the Inside Passage.
Day 16: Juneau
In Juneau, why not join a dog sled ride, try a salmon bake or pan for gold (own expense).
Day 17: Skagway
Enjoy free time to perhaps dig for gold, learn about Skagway’s history or view wildlife (own expense).
Day 18: Glacier Bay
Wake to the breathtaking sight of Glacier Bay National Park.
Day 19: Ketchikan
In Ketchikan, consider joining a walking tour or learning about Tlingit culture at Saxman Native Village (own expense).
Day 20: Inside Passage
Enjoy the scenery and comforts of your ship during a day at sea.
Day 21: Disembark Cruise, Depart Vancouver
Your journey comes to an end today. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.