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Heart of the Canadian Rockies with Alaska Cruise
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Canadian Rockies and the Inside Passage on a Calgary tours adventure. Discover Banff, Jasper, Victoria, and more.
Calgary Tours: See the Canadian Rockies & Inside Passage
(from USD 3,595)
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Day 1: CALGARY
Welcome to Calgary! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.
Day 2: CALGARY–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Home to the world-famous Calgary Stampede, discover how the discovery of oil turned this once ranching town into a thriving cultural city. See many of downtown Calgary’s attractions on today’s sightseeing tour, including Fort Calgary, Stampede Park, the Saddledome, and Canada Olympic Park. Motor west through the foothills and into Banff National Park, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies. An orientation tour highlights Banff’s unspoiled beauty.
Day 3: BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a free day in Banff, one of Canada’s favorite year-round resorts, with summer activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing. Your Tour Director will have many suggestions, including a sky-high adventure with an unforgettable optional helicopter ride for incredible views of the Canadian Rockies. If you prefer keeping your feet on the ground, join the Panoramas & Peaks* optional excursion to see breathtaking Moraine Lake in the famed Valley of the Ten Peaks.*This optional excursion begins operating in early June.
Day 4: BANFF NATIONAL PARK–LAKE LOUISE–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a day of scenic grandeur. First stop is Lake Louise, where turquoise waters create a natural mirror that reflects the surrounding mountains. Up next, a stop at the Columbia Icefield to ride the all-terrain Ice Explorer on ice measuring 750 feet thick! Continue north into Jasper National Park, where precipitous gorges, snowcapped summits, and lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as your journey scales three mountain passes. Enjoy an orientation tour of the town of Jasper upon arrival. Later, consider an optional float trip down the Athabasca River.
Day 5: JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Today, experience the magic of nature on an optional excursion to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island* where you’ll embark on a narrated cruise to learn about the area’s history, geology, flora, and fauna amid stunning scenery. The balance of the day is free to enjoy everything Jasper has to offer—from guided hikes and quaint shops to meandering wildlife.*This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June.
Day 6: JASPER NATIONAL PARK–MOUNT ROBSON–KAMLOOPS
Depart Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, which at 12,972-feet is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. The Yellowhead Highway continues south along the mighty Thompson River, with spectacular views of the Monashee Mountains. Overnight in Kamloops
Day 7: KAMLOOPS–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
Travel through British Columbia’s Cascade Mountains and the fertile Fraser Valley to the majestic Pacific coastline, where the desert landscape gives way to lush alpine forest. Board your ferry for the scenic crossing to Vancouver Island. Prior to arriving in Victoria, visit world-famous Butchart Gardens and view 55 acres of beautiful floral displays. Continue downtown and see the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. This evening, consider a relaxing stroll along the lively Waterfront Promenade.
Day 8: VICTORIA
Today is free to explore on your own. Your Tour Director will have ideas for enjoying this most British of Canadian cities. Perhaps enjoy high tea at the Empress Hotel or choose an adventure at sea with an optional wildlife and whale-watching expedition, looking for whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles.
Day 9: VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER
This morning, set sail across the Strait of Georgia, an arm of the Salish Sea, and through the scenic Gulf Islands. In Vancouver, city sightseeing includes the harbourfront, Stanley Park, and other famous landmarks. The remainder of the day is free to explore this vibrant city known for its incredible scenery, thriving art scene, and diverse culture. Perhaps visit Robson Street and experience British Columbia’s premier shopping and entertainment location.
Day 10: VANCOUVER (EMBARKATION)
Say goodbye to your Tour Director and embark on your cruise ship. Your package price includes Holland America’s ‘Have It All Premium Cruise Package. (D)
Day 11: SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Spend the day cruising one of the world’s most spectacular waterways. Located along the coast of British Columbia, the Inside Passage is the longest sheltered inland waterway in the world. Watch the water for orcas and humpback whales. (B,L,D)
Day 12: JUNEAU
Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on Gastineau Channel, Alaska’s capital city of Juneau features massive Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield at its back door. Visit the rustic shops in town—or get out and kayak, raft, hike, whale watch, flightsee, or fish. With long daylight hours, the possibilities are endless. (B,L,D)
Day 13: SKAGWAY
Skagway is historically considered the gateway to the Gold Rush of 1898 when thousands of men with dreams of striking it rich poured into the city and withstood treacherous winter conditions en route to the Yukon Territory. Explore gold rush lore at the Trail of ’98 Museum or at the Red Onion Saloon, with its treasure trove of memorabilia featuring pictures of Klondike Kate, Peahull Annie, and other historic characters. Or simply walk on the boardwalks along the dirt streets and enjoy perusing the shops. (B,L,D)
Day 14: SCENIC CRUISING: GLACIER BAY
With the serene majesty of snow-flecked and forested mountains defining its shores, Glacier Bay National Park offers some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Keep your binoculars and camera on hand as you cruise Glacier Bay to the mile-wide Margerie Glacier, where you may have a chance to witness the thrilling spectacle of ice calving. Wildlife abounds in Glacier Bay, so keep a watchful eye to catch the fluke of a humpback rise breaking the surface or a lone grizzly bear wandering a wind-swept beach. (B,L,D)
Day 15: KETCHIKAN
Named Alaska’s “First City,” Ketchikan is so named as the first major landfall for most cruisers entering the picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage. The town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain. An important hub of the salmon-fishing-and-packing industries, Ketchikan offers the opportunity to try your luck on a sport-fishing excursion, savor fresh seafood at a local restaurant, or dive into rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. (B,L,D)
Day 16: SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Arguably one of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orca plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline. (B,L,D)
Day 17: VANCOUVER (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends this morning. Please schedule flights after noon. (B)
- Tour
- Alaska
- Canada
- North America
- United States
- Cosmos
- 17 days from Calgary to Vancouver
Details
- Tour Operator
- Cosmos
- Start City
- YYC
- End City
- YVR
- Duration (Days)
- 17
Pricing & departures
| Option | From | Departs | Returns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Only (Double) | USD 3,658 | May 10, 2027 | May 26, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 5,194 | May 10, 2027 | May 26, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,595 | May 10, 2027 | May 26, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 3,893 | May 17, 2027 | June 2, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 5,615 | May 17, 2027 | June 2, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,781 | May 17, 2027 | June 2, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,069 | May 20, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 5,967 | May 20, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,898 | May 20, 2027 | June 5, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 3,893 | May 24, 2027 | June 9, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 5,615 | May 24, 2027 | June 9, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,786 | May 24, 2027 | June 9, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,285 | June 14, 2027 | June 30, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,388 | June 14, 2027 | June 30, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,085 | June 14, 2027 | June 30, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,128 | June 21, 2027 | July 7, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,124 | June 21, 2027 | July 7, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,952 | June 21, 2027 | July 7, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,128 | June 28, 2027 | July 14, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,124 | June 28, 2027 | July 14, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,952 | June 28, 2027 | July 14, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,285 | July 5, 2027 | July 21, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,388 | July 5, 2027 | July 21, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,065 | July 5, 2027 | July 21, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,128 | July 19, 2027 | August 4, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,124 | July 19, 2027 | August 4, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,952 | July 19, 2027 | August 4, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,128 | August 2, 2027 | August 18, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,124 | August 2, 2027 | August 18, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,947 | August 2, 2027 | August 18, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,128 | August 9, 2027 | August 25, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,124 | August 9, 2027 | August 25, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,952 | August 9, 2027 | August 25, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,050 | August 23, 2027 | September 8, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 5,972 | August 23, 2027 | September 8, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,894 | August 23, 2027 | September 8, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 4,207 | August 30, 2027 | September 15, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 6,237 | August 30, 2027 | September 15, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 4,012 | August 30, 2027 | September 15, 2027 |
| Land Only (Double) | USD 3,991 | September 16, 2027 | October 2, 2027 |
| Single Supplement | USD 5,815 | September 16, 2027 | October 2, 2027 |
| Triple (per person) | USD 3,850 | September 16, 2027 | October 2, 2027 |
Day by day
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Day 1
CALGARY
Welcome to Calgary! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.
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Day 2
CALGARY–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Home to the world-famous Calgary Stampede, discover how the discovery of oil turned this once ranching town into a thriving cultural city. See many of downtown Calgary’s attractions on today’s sightseeing tour, including Fort Calgary, Stampede Park, the Saddledome, and Canada Olympic Park. Motor west through the foothills and into Banff National Park, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies. An orientation tour highlights Banff’s unspoiled beauty.
-
Day 3
BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a free day in Banff, one of Canada’s favorite year-round resorts, with summer activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing. Your Tour Director will have many suggestions, including a sky-high adventure with an unforgettable optional helicopter ride for incredible views of the Canadian Rockies. If you prefer keeping your feet on the ground, join the Panoramas & Peaks* optional excursion to see breathtaking Moraine Lake in the famed Valley of the Ten Peaks.*This optional excursion begins operating in early June.
-
Day 4
BANFF NATIONAL PARK–LAKE LOUISE–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a day of scenic grandeur. First stop is Lake Louise, where turquoise waters create a natural mirror that reflects the surrounding mountains. Up next, a stop at the Columbia Icefield to ride the all-terrain Ice Explorer on ice measuring 750 feet thick! Continue north into Jasper National Park, where precipitous gorges, snowcapped summits, and lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as your journey scales three mountain passes. Enjoy an orientation tour of the town of Jasper upon arrival. Later, consider an optional float trip down the Athabasca River.
-
Day 5
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Today, experience the magic of nature on an optional excursion to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island* where you’ll embark on a narrated cruise to learn about the area’s history, geology, flora, and fauna amid stunning scenery. The balance of the day is free to enjoy everything Jasper has to offer—from guided hikes and quaint shops to meandering wildlife.*This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June.
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Day 6
JASPER NATIONAL PARK–MOUNT ROBSON–KAMLOOPS
Depart Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, which at 12,972-feet is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. The Yellowhead Highway continues south along the mighty Thompson River, with spectacular views of the Monashee Mountains. Overnight in Kamloops
-
Day 7
KAMLOOPS–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
Travel through British Columbia’s Cascade Mountains and the fertile Fraser Valley to the majestic Pacific coastline, where the desert landscape gives way to lush alpine forest. Board your ferry for the scenic crossing to Vancouver Island. Prior to arriving in Victoria, visit world-famous Butchart Gardens and view 55 acres of beautiful floral displays. Continue downtown and see the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. This evening, consider a relaxing stroll along the lively Waterfront Promenade.
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Day 8
VICTORIA
Today is free to explore on your own. Your Tour Director will have ideas for enjoying this most British of Canadian cities. Perhaps enjoy high tea at the Empress Hotel or choose an adventure at sea with an optional wildlife and whale-watching expedition, looking for whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles.
-
Day 9
VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER
This morning, set sail across the Strait of Georgia, an arm of the Salish Sea, and through the scenic Gulf Islands. In Vancouver, city sightseeing includes the harbourfront, Stanley Park, and other famous landmarks. The remainder of the day is free to explore this vibrant city known for its incredible scenery, thriving art scene, and diverse culture. Perhaps visit Robson Street and experience British Columbia’s premier shopping and entertainment location.
-
Day 10
VANCOUVER (EMBARKATION)
Say goodbye to your Tour Director and embark on your cruise ship. Your package price includes Holland America’s ‘Have It All Premium Cruise Package. (D)
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Day 11
SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Spend the day cruising one of the world’s most spectacular waterways. Located along the coast of British Columbia, the Inside Passage is the longest sheltered inland waterway in the world. Watch the water for orcas and humpback whales. (B,L,D)
-
Day 12
JUNEAU
Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on Gastineau Channel, Alaska’s capital city of Juneau features massive Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield at its back door. Visit the rustic shops in town—or get out and kayak, raft, hike, whale watch, flightsee, or fish. With long daylight hours, the possibilities are endless. (B,L,D)
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Day 13
SKAGWAY
Skagway is historically considered the gateway to the Gold Rush of 1898 when thousands of men with dreams of striking it rich poured into the city and withstood treacherous winter conditions en route to the Yukon Territory. Explore gold rush lore at the Trail of ’98 Museum or at the Red Onion Saloon, with its treasure trove of memorabilia featuring pictures of Klondike Kate, Peahull Annie, and other historic characters. Or simply walk on the boardwalks along the dirt streets and enjoy perusing the shops. (B,L,D)
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Day 14
SCENIC CRUISING: GLACIER BAY
With the serene majesty of snow-flecked and forested mountains defining its shores, Glacier Bay National Park offers some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Keep your binoculars and camera on hand as you cruise Glacier Bay to the mile-wide Margerie Glacier, where you may have a chance to witness the thrilling spectacle of ice calving. Wildlife abounds in Glacier Bay, so keep a watchful eye to catch the fluke of a humpback rise breaking the surface or a lone grizzly bear wandering a wind-swept beach. (B,L,D)
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Day 15
KETCHIKAN
Named Alaska’s “First City,” Ketchikan is so named as the first major landfall for most cruisers entering the picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage. The town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain. An important hub of the salmon-fishing-and-packing industries, Ketchikan offers the opportunity to try your luck on a sport-fishing excursion, savor fresh seafood at a local restaurant, or dive into rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. (B,L,D)
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Day 16
SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Arguably one of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orca plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline. (B,L,D)
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Day 17
VANCOUVER (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends this morning. Please schedule flights after noon. (B)