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Canadian Rockies & Calving Glaciers
From £4,529 pp
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14 nights
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Economy flights
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Available April - September
Combine two awe-inspiring journeys for a trip of a lifetime. Marvel at the natural beauty of Banff National Park prior to travelling the stunningly beautiful Icefields Parkway, offering endless vistas, to Jasper National Park, boasting the Dark Skies Preserve status. Next an unforgettable journey with Rocky Mountaineer, as you meander through the mountains, lakes and valleys of interior British Columbia to Vancouver. Your tour is then completed with a voyage on Celebrity cruise to Hubbard Glacier. Alaska offers an adventure of a lifetime from her calving glaciers crushing into the icy waters as you get up close and personal with Alaska’s ‘Big 5’ land mammals. Perhaps being lucky enough to view a bear hunting their prey in the salmon that return here.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK based on economy class
- 7 nights hotel accommodation
- Scheduled transfer from Calgary to Banff
- Scheduled transfer from Banff to Jasper
- 2 days on board Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Vancouver in SilverLeaf service
- 2 breakfasts & 2 lunches on board Rocky Mountaineer
- 7 nights on board Celebrity Cruises in an inside cabin
- Full board on Celebrity Cruises
Special Offers
Take advantage of the following offers on this holiday
Celebrity Cruises Wave Campaign
Receive up to 35% off for first & second guest on selected cruises
The first two guests sharing a stateroom receive up to 35% off per person on selected cruises. This offer is available until 3rd March 2025.
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Celebrity Cruises Wave Campaign
Receive up to $600 onboard spend per cabin
For a limited time receive up to $600 onboard spend per cabin in addition to the up to 35% off for first & second guest on selected cruises offer. This offer is available until 19th December 2024.
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VIA Rail Early Booking Offer
Save up to 15% on 2025 VIA Rail departures
Save up to 15% when travelling in Sleeper Plus Class on VIA Rail departures between 1st May 2025 and 27th August 2025. Book by 31st December 2024.
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Celebrity Cruises All Included Offer
Get FREE amenities - WiFi and Classic Drinks Package
Offer is valid on bookings in an Inside to Aqua class staterooms.
Holiday Map
Explore our interactive map to discover your holiday route and key points of interest.
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Point of interest
Your day-to-day plan
Day 1-2
Banff
After your flight, board your scheduled transfer to Banff. Making your way along the Trans Canada Highway to Banff will take you through the beautiful Kananaskis region prior to the soaring Rocky Mountains coming into view. Take time to relax in the Hot Springs or head up Sunshine Mountain on a scenic gondola ride to enjoy incredible views. If you would like an authentic Western Canada experience why not book a Cowboy Cookout for a horse or wagon ride in the evening prior to a hearty meal.
Day 3-4
Jasper
Your scheduled transfer will take you to Jasper, known as a dark sky preserve and in the heart of Jasper National Park. The journey along the Icefields Parkway is iconic and perhaps one of the most scenic drives in Canada. It is also home to the Athabasca Glacier, a 4-mile glacier and the most accessible glacier in Canada. The Jasper SkyTram climbs to the summit of Whistler's Mountain with views of downtown and perhaps some photo opportunities of the town’s furry companions. Maligne Lake offers some of the most spectacular scenery and known for its beauty, it is one of the most photographed places in the Canadian Rockies and can be explored by boat.
Day 5
Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops
Travel on board the Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia's interior. From inside Rocky Mountaineer's signature glass dome carriages you will see dramatic changes in scenery as you travel over the Yellowhead Pass, past Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, along banks of the North Thompson River and into the desert-like environment around Kamloops.
Day 6
Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver
Step back on-board Rocky Mountaineer as you continue west towards the Pacific Ocean. On today's journey you will see more changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the B.C. interior through winding river canyons and past the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley.
Day 7
Vancouver
The day is yours to explore the enchanting coastal city of Vancouver. Take a stroll round Stanley Park, head over to Granville Island to discover a world of food, art and culture or take a shuttle bus over to the North Shore and the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge, hanging 70 metres over the Capilano River.
Day 8
Celebrity Cruises*
Arrive independently at the cruise terminal in Vancouver’s picturesque Canada Place ready to board your cruise to Alaska with Celebrity Cruises.
*This is a sample itinerary that may vary by sailing date.
Day 9
Inside Passage
Sit back and relax as you cruise Alaska's Inside Passage, a spectacular route through a complex labyrinth of waterways, featuring glacier-cut fjords, lush rainforests, and an abundance of wildlife including orca, bald eagles, bears, puffins, sea otters and much more.
Day 10
Icy Strait Point
For thousands of years, the Tlingit Indians have called this place home. Located near the city of Hoonah, and home to a historic cannery, Icy Strait Point also offers travelers the chance to view wildlife like humpback whales, orcas, seals, eagles, and brown bears, or to explore monuments to the region's fishing heritage.
Day 11
Hubbard Glacier
Marvel as you cruise up to Hubbard Glacier, perfect no matter what the weather. On clear days, Hubbard turns a stunning deep blue and on cloudy ones, its many ripples and icebergs shimmer in soft light. Among all the vanishing Alaska glaciers, Hubbard has a rapidly advancing ice margin— up to seven feet in one day—earning it the nickname, “the Galloping Glacier.”
Day 12
Juneau
Cruise to Juneau 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 13
Ketchikan
Surrounded by soaring peaks and green forests, Ketchikan clings to the shoreline of the Tongass Narrows, with shops and houses built out over the water. Ketchikan is one of the best spots along the Inside Passage to explore the rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations and you can see intricately carved totem poles at the Totem Heritage Center and Totem Bight State Park. Make sure to leave time to explore the sights in the town itself, including historic Creek Street, a boardwalk built over the Ketchikan Creek, where you can shop for souvenirs, smoked salmon, and local art.
Day 14
Inside Passage
Enjoy another day of scenic cruising as you sail back down the Inside Passage. Make sure you enjoy one last meal at your favourite onboard restaurant. With a wide variety of restaurants to choose from and an array of bars and lounges, a voyage with Celebrity Cruises takes you on a culinary journey like no other.
Day 15
Fly Home
Your adventures in Canada and Alaska have come to an end. Transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport for your flight home.
Services
GoldLeaf Service
SilverLeaf Service
Bi-level dome
Single-level dome
Fully domed windows with panoramic views upstairs, private dining room on the lower level with large picture windows
Oversized domed windows
Gourmet à la carte
Hot or cold breakfast options, Delicious hot entree lunch options
Included
Included
Served in the dining room
Individual service at your seat
Three to Four, plus full culinary team
Three
Complimentary throughout journey
Complimentary throughout journey
Included
Included
Large open-air vestibule
Outdoor viewing between coaches
Delivered to your hotel
Delivered to your hotel
Included
Included
Related Itineraries
This holiday requires an ETA for entry to Canada, for full details and to apply please see below:
This holiday requires an ESTA for entry to the United States, for full details and to apply please see below:
Please note Parks Canada charge fees at most national parks and historic sites across the country. Parks Canada passes can be purchased as part of your holiday, speak to your sales advisor for more details. Early booking is recommended.
For further information about national parks and historic sites in Canada or to reserve campsites and activities, please visit:
Please note selected national parks in the USA require reservations for vehicles in order to enter the parks. Reservations are required in advance. This is in addition to purchasing a national park entrance ticket. Early booking is recommended.
Further information on the parks, where vehicle reservations are required and how to book can be found on:
USA National Parks
