Once you’ve landed in Vancouver, you’ll be transferred to your hotel before tonight’s welcome dinner alongside your fellow travellers. 

Start the day with an unforgettable Signature Experience before discovering the best of Vancouver on a fantastic half-day sightseeing tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll soak up the scenery at vast Stanley Park, explore the trendy Granville Island, and immerse yourself in the historic neighbourhood of Gastown.  

Signature Experience – Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Enjoy a sensational visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge Park on the beautiful outskirts of Vancouver. After breakfast at the Cliff House Restaurant, you’ll join an insightful nature exploration through the grounds and across the suspension bridge. 

Begin your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey in GoldLeaf Service and take in the spectacular views from your bi-level glass-dome carriage. Gaze up at the Coast Mountains and pass Hell’s Gate. Follow the Thompson River on the way to Kamloops.

Your Rocky Mountaineer rail journey continues as you travel through scenic valleys and rugged landscapes to Jasper National Park, passing Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. 

Today, embark on a Freedom of Choice activity and discover the beauty of Jasper. Afterwards, a Signature Experience awaits.

Freedom of Choice – Harley-Davidson Sidecar Tour

Experience the thrill of the open road as you coast through Jasper’s breathtaking wilderness on a chauffeured motorcycle sidecar tour.

Freedom of Choice – Maligne Valley Tour with Hike

Journey to Maligne Canyon, a stunning natural wonder teeming with iconic Canadian wildlife. On a trail hike, look for osprey, eagles, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, moose, elk, deer and bears.

Freedom of Choice – Maligne Valley Tour with Cruise

Set against the backdrop of jagged mountain peaks, cruise across the glacial waters of Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, a destination only accessible by boat.

Freedom of Choice – River Rafting

This is the perfect introduction to rafting. Small rapids and calm waters ease you into the activity, and your licensed guide is around to point out areas of interest and wildlife along the way.

Freedom of Choice – Jasper SkyTram

Jasper’s peak attraction provides an unforgettable view of the Athabasca Valley and Jasper National Park. Transport on the SkyTram shuttle is included.

Signature Experience – First Nations Warrior Women Performance

Be captivated by a performance from First Nations Warrior Women, featuring songs and drumming. Learn about Indigenous culture, hearing stories of the land and legends of the Cree people. 

Travel along the Icefields Parkway and stop at the Columbia Icefield, where you’ll board an Ice Explorer vehicle for an exhilarating journey onto the Athabasca Glacier. Pause at Peyto Lake before arriving at Lake Louise, the ‘Jewel of the Rockies’. For dinner this evening, choose from one of your hotel’s restaurants. 

This morning, travel to Moraine Lake (season permitting) and spend time marvelling at the glacier-fed waters. Afterwards, travel to Banff. On arrival, set off on a tour of the town before enjoying a Signature Experience in the afternoon. For dinner this evening, choose from one of your hotel’s restaurants. 

Signature Experience – Meet a Mountie

In beautiful Banff National Park, you’ll have the chance to meet one of Canada’s renowned Mounties and hear tales from the iconic Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Spend the day discovering Banff on your chosen activity. 

Freedom of Choice – Banff Experience

Join this exclusive small-group tour and venture off the beaten path to discover Banff National Park’s hidden gems. You’ll also enjoy more time to explore Johnson Lake, Two Jack Lake and the stunning Lake Minnewanka.

Freedom of Choice – Gondola Ride

Head to the top of Sulphur Mountain and take in Banff from above, climbing nearly 700 metres in elevation as you are carried through the pines. Once you reach the peak, you can head off for a stroll along the boardwalk.

Freedom of Choice – Heli Flightseeing

Take to the skies for a bird’s-eye view of the Rocky Mountains. Soar past snowy peaks and jagged mountains, enjoying breathtaking views of pristine lakes and alpine meadows.

Freedom of Choice – Bow River Float Trip

Embrace the tranquil atmosphere as you float down the serene Bow River, keeping your eyes peeled for any signs of cheeky wildlife on the banks. This activity is suitable for most fitness levels.

Freedom of Choice – Hockey Player Experience

When in Canada, it’s only fitting that you experience a day in the life of an ice hockey player. Get to know the Canmore Eagles as you tour their dressing rooms, try on their gear and step onto the ice.

Freedom of Choice – Fairmont Spa Entry

Harking back to the hot spring that first called travellers some 100 years ago, soothe your tired muscles in the mineral pool and pulsating waterfalls at Fairmont Banff Springs.

Today, descend from the Rockies via Yoho National Park to the picturesque city of Kelowna. Settle into your Lake View room on the banks of Okanagan Lake and soak up the incredible surrounds in style.

Join a local expert as you set out to explore a selection of hand-picked wineries in the stunning Okanagan Valley. Savour wine tastings while gaining insights into the region's wines and rich history. Then, a Signature Experience awaits.

Signature Experience – Quails’ Gate Winery

Enjoy a special lunch at the award-winning Quails’ Gate Winery, featuring delectable local produce paired with sensational wines.

Follow the tracks of early gold rush pioneers through the Cariboo region, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes. Later, re-enter the Coast Mountains and learn why Whistler attracts so many outdoor enthusiasts.

Enjoy a full day in magical Whistler today. Set out on your preferred Freedom of Choice activity in the afternoon. Tonight, toast your unforgettable holiday as you savour a farewell dinner with your newfound friends.  

Freedom of Choice – Peak 2 Peak Gondola

Be swept to entirely new heights on the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. The Cloudraker Skybridge also takes you 130 metres from Whistler Peak to the West Ridge, across the Whistler Bowl.

Freedom of Choice – Tree Trek

Explore Whistler’s ancient forest on a tree trek. Breathe in the fresh mountain air as you wander through the tall pines, walking along an incredible network of suspension bridges and boardwalks.

Freedom of Choice – Ziptrek Bear Tour

Soar through the treetops during an exhilarating zipline adventure on Ziptrek Ecotours’ Bear Tour. This spectacular course takes you over the valley between Whistler and Blackcomb Peak across four ziplines and a series of suspension bridges, boardwalks and trails.

Freedom of Choice – Mountain Jeep Tour

Set off on a Jeep tour and see Whistler from a completely different altitude. Take in glorious views of Whistler Village, lakes, golf courses and the peaks of the Coast Mountains.

Freedom of Choice – Heli Flightseeing

Be awed by the sights surrounding Whistler from the air during a helicopter flight and marvel at an aerial view of the Peak 2 Peak Gondola.

Freedom of Choice – Electric Mountain Bike Rental

Exploring Whistler on an electric mountain bike is a wonderful way to spend a summer day. Feel the fresh air as you coast past lush green landscapes and mountains.

Farewell Whistler and continue your journey back to Vancouver where you’ll board your luxurious floating home for the next seven nights, the Seabourn Quest.

Delight in a scenic day of cruising along the Inside Passage as you are guided through the picturesque Seymour Narrows and vast Queen Charlotte Sound while enjoying the luxurious facilities and delicious dining on board.

Today, dock in Alaska’s fascinating Ketchikan, a coastal town rich in Indigenous Tlingit culture. Enjoy the day here exploring its many sights at your leisure before reboarding your vessel as you cruise further north through Snow Pass and Decision Passage en route to Sitka.

Savour a full day in remote Sitka, the oldest town in Alaska. Home to the Tlingit people for thousands of years, Sitka has a distinct Russian influence having been colonised as a Russian settlement from 1799 until the region was sold to the USA in 1867. Today, delve into the town's history and culture, and explore its natural beauty and diverse ecosystems at your own pace.

Today, cruise through Yakutat Bay to North America’s largest tidewater glacier, Hubbard Glacier. Marvel at this impressive natural wonder, with its ice face stretching approximately 11 kilometres wide and rising over 100 metres above the water’s surface, as it extends into Disenchantment Bay. Be mesmerised as your ship is surrounded by spectacular scenery.

Enjoy another fantastic day of sightseeing. First, you’ll reach the Inian Islands, a small archipelago rich in remarkable wildlife. Set against the striking backdrop of the towering Saint Elias Mountains, the islands and their surrounding waters are home to a vast array of wildlife, including humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, sea otters, brown bears and bald eagles. After your time here, continue to the unique Tlingit community of Icy Strait Point on Chichagof Island, where a range of activities are available.

Relish a full day in the beautiful seaside town of Haines, often referred to as the ‘Adventure Capital of Alaska’. Boasting many fascinating attractions, surrounded by postcard scenery, and home to incredible wildlife, including the world’s largest concentration of bald eagles, Haines is a joy to explore. Enjoy time at leisure or set out on an activity before reboarding your ship as you continue cruising along the Lynn Canal, one of the world’s longest and deepest fjords.

This morning, arrive in the lively Alaskan capital of Juneau, where you may like to embark on an activity before your journey comes to an end with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.