Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise
Journey through the awe-inspiring scenery of the Rockies, before witnessing awe-inspiring panoramas on a cruise of the Inside Passage to Alaska.
It's the perfect way to see Alaska
Icefields Parkway, Jasper National Park
Banff, Lake Moraine
Bird's eye view of Vancouver
The glaciers near Juneau are awe inspiring
Sulphur Mountain, Banff National Park
The snowcoach ride is unforgettable!
Inside Passage wildlife
Take a glorious peak at the Inside Passage
Maligne Lake, Jasper National Park
Panning for gold at Sun Peaks (optional)
Mendenhall Glacier (optional from Juneau)
Mendenhall Glacier (optional)
Victoria
Stately Victoria
Skagway's Mascot Saloon
Skagway's Old Railroad House
Coal Harbour, Vancouver
Add our Alaska cruise onboard the MS Zuiderdam
Alaska's Glacier Bay is magnificent
Looking for whales
Tracy Arm View
Cruising in Glacier Bay
Vancouver
Enjoy 2 extra nights in Vancouver
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Vancouver.
Fly to Vancouver where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Vancouver.
This morning your sightseeing includes Stanley Park, Chinatown and quaint Gastown, as well as the harbour and beaches. For the afternoon, shoppers and browsers can take a water taxi to lively Granville Island with its outdoor markets, street musicians and waterfront cafés.
DAY 3: Vancouver - Kelowna.
Today travel to the resort city of Kelowna, attractively set on the shores of Okanagan Lake and surrounded by orchards and vineyards. Sample the local wines on the winery tour this afternoon.
DAY 4: Kelowna - Rogers Pass - Banff National Park.
On to Glacier National Park, where the coach climbs the 4,379-ft-high Rogers Pass. Stop here for lunch, a perfect spot for photos of the impressively steep mountain cliffs and surrounding glaciers. Then over Kicking Horse Pass, peaking at 5,421 feet. Reach Banff National Park, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies, by early evening.
DAY 5: Banff.
Banff is one of Canada's favourite year-round resorts with many summer outdoor activities. Perhaps try the optional helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies or an evening filled with musical entertainment.
DAY 6: Banff - Columbia Icefield - Jasper National Park.
A day of scenic grandeur. First to Lake Louise, its cold turquoise waters are a perfect natural mirror reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Precipitous gorges, snow-capped mountain ranges and lakes of exquisite colour come into view as the coach scales two mountain passes. A highlight of today is a stop at the Columbia Icefield for a snowcoach ride over the 1,200-foot-thick Athabasca Glacier. This afternoon join an optional raft trip down the historic Athabasca River. Your accommodation for the next two nights is in Jasper National Park.
DAY 7: Jasper.
Join the optional excursion to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island, with a narrated cruise of the lake. On the return journey, stop to view mighty Maligne Canyon. With much of the afternoon and evening free, you might take a hike along the trails and look for majestic elk.
DAY 8: Jasper - Mount Robson - Sun Peaks.
Leave Jasper following the Fraser River to the base of spectacular Mount Robson, the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, peaking at 12,972 feet. The Yellowhead Highway continues along the mighty Thompson River with spectacular vistas of the Monashee Mountains. Overnight in the alpine setting of Sun Peaks.
DAY 9: Sun Peaks - Lillooet - Whistler.
Today trace the once treacherous Cariboo Wagon Trail. Via Lillooet - 'mile 0' of the gold rush route - follow the shores of Seton and Duffey Lakes with a mid-afternoon arrival in Whistler.
DAY 10: Whistler - ferry crossing - Victoria.
This morning, set sail across the Strait of Georgia through the spectacular Gulf Islands, known for its Mediterranean-like climate, for an afternoon arrival in Victoria. Sightseeing here includes Marine Drive, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park with its collection of totem poles.
DAY 11: Victoria.
This morning visit world famous Butchart Gardens, one of Victoria's most celebrated sites and rated among the most beautiful gardens in the world. Once there, stroll through the colourful arrangements of the Sunken Garden, the Japanese and Italian Gardens, the English Rose Garden and the magnificent Ross Fountain. This afternoon is at leisure to discover some of the attractions of this splendid city, including the Royal British Columbia Museum, afternoon tea at the Empress Hotel, whale watching on the Strait of Juan de Fuca and fine shopping along Government Street.
DAY 12: Victoria - Vancouver.
Early this morning board the ferry for a scenic crossing to Vancouver for a mid-morning arrival. The afternoon is free to explore Robson Street and experience British Columbia's premier shopping and entertainment location.
DAY 13: Cruise departure.
Transfer to your cruise ship, MS Zuiderdam for embarkation. Sailing time is around 5pm. This evening enjoy a lavish à la carte dinner.
DAY 14: Inside Passage cruising.
The beauty of the Inside Passage will amaze you as you cruise past 1,000 miles of epic scenery, towering glaciated mountains, roaring waterfalls, endless islands and virgin forests. There is also plenty of animal and marine life to look out for: sea lions, eagles and porpoises. (B, L, D)
DAY 15: Juneau.
An afternoon arrival in Juneau, Alaska's capital. The city has a gold rush story to rival that of Klondike, and is only accessible by seaplane or boat. An optional wildlife cruise and salmon fishing will normally be available, and you'll also have the opportunity to take an optional excursion to Juneau's own glacier, Mendenhall. This impressive river of blue ice is about 1.5 miles wide and over 12 miles long! (B, L, D)
DAY 16: Skagway.
Morning arrival in Skagway, Alaska's gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush in Canada's Yukon. Skagway was the turbulent staging point for prospectors and still has old-fashioned weathered boardwalks and old-time saloons. Optional sightseeing includes a ride in a vintage parlour car to see the White Pass and Yukon route. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore some more, before setting sail again late this evening. (B, L, D)
DAY 17: Glacier Bay.
Cruise into spectacular Glacier Bay early this morning, where forests give way to a rugged landscape rising to rocky peaks. Sixteen huge mountains converge to create an awe-inspiring panoramic wonder, a dramatic scene of awesome glaciers and massive icebergs. Wildlife is abundant, and you may spot eagles, seals, mountain goats, moose and bears in their natural habitat. (B, L, D)
DAY 18: Ketchikan.
A morning arrival in colourful Ketchikan, situated on Revillagigedo Island and known as the 'salmon capital of the world'. Here, a picturesque harbour shelters fishing boats and seaplanes. A wide choice of optional excursions will be available, including an outing to see Indian Heritage Villages, Totem Bight State Park and 'flightseeing' to Misty Fjords National Monument. Evening departure from Ketchikan. (B, L, D)
DAY 19: At sea.
Continue cruising south along British Columbia's spectacular coastline. Animal and marine life are abundant in this area and with a little luck you may spot a pod of graceful orca whales. (B, L, D)
DAY 20: Vancouver - UK.
On arrival at the cruise terminal, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the UK, or extend your stay in Vancouver. (B)
DAY 21: Home landing in the UK.
Your Holiday Map
Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise
MS Volendam
Large inside cabin, MS Volendam
Large outside cabin, MS Volendam
Verandah Suite, MS Volendam
Rotterdam Dining Room, MS Volendam
Pinnacle Grill, MS Volendam
Lido Pool area, MS Volendam
Explorer's Lounge, MS Volendam
Crow's Nest Observation Lounge, MS Volendam
Frans Hals Show Lounge, MS Volendam
Fitness Centre, MS Volendam
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MS Volendam
Embodying Holland America Line's 'Signature of Excellence', MS Volendam is equipped with the most modern technologies and provides a good selection of amenities, facilities and entertainment. Decorated throughout with a garden motif, floral attributes can be found in abundance ranging from priceless paintings and sculpture, to sumptuous fabrics and bouquets of fresh flowers. Accommodating 1,432 passengers in bright, comfortable cabins, MS Volendam also offers elegant public areas and fine dining - ideal for luxurious cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 pools (one with sliding glass roof); 2 whirlpools; main dining room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; casual Italian Canaletto; Terrace Grill; 5 bars including Piano and Wine tasting; 3 lounges; internet café; show lounge; tennis and basketball courts; spa and beauty salon; thermal suite; fitness centre and aerobics; Wajang Theatre and Culinary Arts Center; shops; casino; art and photo galleries; launderette; 12 lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. The main Rotterdam Dining Room has a wide choice of menus with most passengers opting for smart casual dress in the evenings. The Lido Restaurant and the Italian Canaletto offer casual dining most evenings, or guests can enjoy sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's a complimentary ice cream bar and the famous late night snack. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.
Cabins
All cabins have twin lower beds, convertible to 1 queen-sized bed (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; telephone; music system; and 24-hour room service. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and a bathtub. Your holiday price includes a category K inside cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
K Large inside lower or middle deck cabin
E Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window
C Large outside middle deck cabin with picture window
AA Verandah Suite with whirlpool bath; sitting area; private verandah; minibar; fridge; floor-to-ceiling windows
Tipping
A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account.
MS Volendam
MS Volendam Sky & Sports Decks
MS Volendam Lido Deck
MS Volendam Navigation Deck
MS Volendam Verandah Deck
MS Volendam Upper Promenade Deck
MS Volendam Promenade Deck
MS Volendam Lower Promenade Deck
MS Volendam Main Deck
MS Volendam Dolphin Deck
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Category K Main or Lower Promenade Deck large inside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-sized bed
Category E Dolphin or Main Deck large outside cabin with 2 lower beds, bath and/or shower
Category C Lower Promenade deck large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-sized bed, bathtub & shower, and picture window
Category AA Verandah or Navigation Deck Verandah Suite with 2 lower beds, whirlpool bath, sitting area, private verandah, fridge, and floor to ceiling windows
Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise 19 nights
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Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise
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Holiday Highlights
- Glacier National Park
- Banff National Park
- Columbia Icefield Snowcoach ride
- Jasper National Park
- Mount Robson
- Victoria City tour including Butchart Gardens
- Vancouver
- Inside Passage Cruising
- Juneau
- Glacier Bay Cruising
- Ketchikan
Departures from
- Aberdeen
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
- Newcastle
Departures between
07 May 2012 to 10 Sep 2012
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