Heart of the Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise (Zuiderdam)
Journey through the awe inspiring scenery of the Rockies before joining your Holland America cruise through the beautiful waters of the Inside Passage and on to Alaska.
It's the perfect way to see Alaska
Sulpur Mountain, Banff National Park
The magnificent Rockies
Bird's eye view of Vancouver
The glaciers near Juneau are awe inspiring
A Snowcoach on the Columbia Icefield
Athabasca Falls
Inside Passage wildlife
Take a glorious peak at the Inside Passage
Mount Robson, Jasper National Park
Keep an eye out for local wildlife
Mendenhall Glacier (optional from Juneau)
Mendenhall Glacier (optional)
Maligne Lake, Jasper National Park
Victoria
Skagway's Mascot Saloon
Skagway's Old Railroad House
Parliament Buildings, Victoria
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Vancouver
Alaska's Glacier Bay is magnificent
Looking for whales
Canada Place, Vancouver
You could add 7 nights cruising Alaska at the end of your tour
Tracy Arm View
Cruising in Glacier Bay
Extend your trip and enjoy 7 extra nights in a Hawaiian Island paradise
Vancouver
Enjoy 2 extra nights in Vancouver
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Calgary.
Fly to Calgary where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 2: Calgary - Banff.
On this morning's included tour you'll see many of the Calgary's attractions, including historic Fort Calgary and the Saddledome. Then drive into Banff National Park, and the mountain resort of Banff, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies.
DAY 3: Banff.
The day is yours to enjoy the many pleasures of Banff, one of Canada's favourite year-round resorts. Perhaps take an optional helicopter ride high over the Canadian Rockies?
DAY 4: Banff - Lake Louise - Columbia Icefield - Jasper.
Travel first to Lake Louise, its azure-blue waters a perfect natural mirror, reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Precipitous gorges, snow-capped mountain ranges, and lakes come into view as you head through two mountain passes. After stopping at the Columbia Icefield for an exciting snowcoach ride over the 1,200-feet-thick Athabasca Glacier, arrive in the picturesque resort of Jasper, where you will enjoy an orientation tour of the town. There will also be a chance to join an optional raft trip down the Athabasca River.
DAY 5: Jasper - Mount Robson - Kamloops.
The morning is yours to explore or relax. Perhaps join our optional trip to Maligne Lake? Then follow the Fraser River to the base of spectacular Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. The Yellowhead Highway continues alongside the mighty Thompson River with spectacular vistas of the Monashee Mountains. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 6: Kamloops - Victoria.
Enjoy more spectacular landscapes as you travel through British Columbia's lush Coast Mountain Range to its majestic Pacific coastline. Sail across the Strait of Georgia and through the spectacular Gulf Islands, to Victoria, the provincial capital and western Canada's oldest city. Your afternoon sightseeing features visits to the world-famous Butchart Gardens, Bastion Square and Thunderbird Park, with its unusual collection of totem poles. In the evening, how about a stroll around the lovely waterfront?
DAY 7: Victoria.
The day is yours to experience more of the many attractions this splendid city has to offer, including the Royal British Columbia Museum or whale watching on the Strait of Juan de Fuca. In the evening, there is a chance to join an optional tour of Chinatown.
DAY 8: Victoria - Vancouver.
Today, set sail back to Vancouver across the Strait of Georgia. On arrival, enjoy a sightseeing drive on the way to your hotel. You'll see Vancouver's Chinatown, Gastown, beautiful beaches and harbour, and tour Stanley Park.
DAY 9: Vancouver.
Your sightseeing tour will surely have whet your appetite to see more of the 'Gem of the Pacific'. Choose from a variety of great-value optional excursions. Perhaps take the scenic 'Sea to Sky Highway' to the fabulous mountain resort of Whistler? Or how about re-visiting the beautiful gardens and inviting beaches of Stanley Park? Keen shoppers can take a water taxi to lively Granville Island with its outdoor markets, street musicians and waterfront cafés. Or perhaps visit historic Gastown with its steam-powered clock, antique shops and art galleries.
DAY 10: MS Zuiderdam Cruise - Departure.
You'll be driven to the Holland America Line Cruise terminal for embarkation. Sailing time is around 5pm. This evening enjoy a lavish a-la-carte dinner. (D)
DAY 11: 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 12: 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 13: 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 14: 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 15: 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 16: 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 17: 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 18: Home landing in the UK.
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Heart of the Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise (Zuiderdam)
MS Zuiderdam
Large inside cabin, MS Zuiderdam
Large outside cabin, MS Zuiderdam
Deluxe verandah cabin, MS Zuiderdam
Vista Dining Room, MS Zuiderdam
Pinnacle Grill Restaurant, MS Zuiderdam
Lido Bar, MS Zuiderdam
Explorer's Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Crow's Nest Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Sports Bar, MS Zuiderdam
Vista Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Queen's Lounge, MS Zuiderdam
Greenhouse Spa hydro pool, MS Zuiderdam
Ocean Bar and Atrium, MS Zuiderdam
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MS Zuiderdam
Renowned as Holland America Line's first Vista-Class vessel, MS Zuiderdam is a contemporary and luxurious ship, equipped with ultra-modern technology and an excellent array of amenities. Tastefully elegant and designed with Modernism in mind, the on board décor ranges from works by celebrated artists such as Andy Warhol, Frank Lloyd Wright and Charles Ben, to the exquisite Waterford Crystal seahorse suspended over the three-tiered atrium. MS Zuiderdam accommodates 1,916 guests in comfortable, well-designed cabins and affords the best in service, fine dining, and luxurious cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 swimming pools (one with sliding glass roof); two-tiered Vista Dining Room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill, casual Italian Canaletto; Terrace Grill; Pinnacle, Sea View, Ocean, Piano, Lido and Sports bars; Crows' Nest, Neptune and Explorers' lounges; Queen's Lounge and Culinary Arts Centre; Explorations internet café; Vista show lounge; volleyball and basketball courts; Greenhouse spa and salon with hydro pool and thermal suites; fitness centre and aerobics; observation deck; shops and boutiques; casino; nightclub; library; atrium; photo gallery; lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues on board: the main Vista dining area has set dining or new 'dine as you wish' arrangements and a good selection of different menus. Casual dining is available in the Lido Restaurant most evenings with three courses of fresh, cooked-to-order specialities, and the informal Italian Canaletto, or guests may enjoy elegant, sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's the complimentary ice cream bar, hot hors d'oeuvres during the pre-dinner hour and after dinner there is the famous late night snack. Vegetarian or kosher meals and any special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.
Cabins
All cabins have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; and telephone. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price is based on a category J inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
J Large or standard inside lower or upper deck cabin
E Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window
D Large outside lower deck cabin with picture window
VD Deluxe verandah cabin with sitting area; private verandah; floor-to-ceiling windows
VC Deluxe verandah cabin with sitting area; private verandah; 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 Zuiderdam
MS Zuiderdam Sports Deck
MS Zuiderdam Observation Deck
MS Zuiderdam Lido Deck
MS Zuiderdam Navigation Deck
MS Zuiderdam Rotterdam Deck
MS Zuiderdam Upper Verandah Deck
MS Zuiderdam Verandah Deck
MS Zuiderdam Upper Promenade Deck
MS Zuiderdam Promenade Deck
MS Zuiderdam Lower Promenade Deck
MS Zuiderdam Main Deck
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Category J Main Deck Large or standard inside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed
Category E Main Deck Large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower
Category D Main Deck Large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bath & shower, and picture window
Category VD Upper Promenade Deck Deluxe Verandah outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows
Category VC Verandah Deck Deluxe Verandah outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows
Heart of the Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise (Zuiderdam) 16 nights
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Heart of the Canadian Rockies + Alaska Cruise (Zuiderdam)
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Holiday Highlights
- Calgary City sightseeing including Fort Calgary
- Banff National Park
- Lake Louise
- Columbia Icefield Snowcoach ride
- Victoria City sightseeing and visit to Butchart Gardens
- Vancouver City sightseeing
- Vancouver
- Inside Passage Cruising
- Juneau
- Glacier Bay Cruising
- Ketchikan
Departures from
- Aberdeen
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- London Gatwick
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
- Newcastle
Departures between
17 May 2012 to 13 Sep 2012
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS: All prices shown include ALL compulsory charges (Fuel Supplement, Air Passenger Duty & Flight Supplement where applicable). Book with confidence: We are members of ABTA and all our air-inclusive holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme
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