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This excellent 14 day journey allows travelers to discover the Canadian Rockies and Alaska's Inside passage by rail, car and cruise ship. Explore the National Parks at your leisure. The Rail and Drive portion of this vacation combines the Rocky Mountaineer Yellowhead Route with the iconic destinations of the Canadian Rockies.

After that board Holland America's Luxurious ms Zuiderdam for a seven night cruise up Alaska's Inside Passage. Unbeatable scenery and service all n one great vacation.


Call 877-929-7245 for air fares and schedules from your city to and from Calgary.

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Yellowhead Discovery Drive & Cruise Tour Map  Highlights
  • 2 days onboard the spectacular Rocky Mountaineer® in your choice of GoldLeaf Service or RedLeaf Service
  • 7 nights Glacier Bay Inside Passage Cruise, Verandah Stateroom
  • 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
  • 6 nights hotel accommodation
  • 4 days full-size car rental, including one-way drop charge and unlimited kilometres
  • Gypsy Tour Guide audio commentary
  • Exclusive Attractions Pass
  • Private limousine transfer to Vancouver cruise terminal, including gratuity
  • Private limousine transfer to Vancouver airport, including gratuity
  • Rail station transfers in Jasper, Kamloops and Vancouver
  • Luggage handling and National Park Pass
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Westbound Irtinerary

Day 1 Calgary to Banff
Arrive in Calgary and collect your rental car for your two-hour drive to Banff. If you are arriving from an international flight or in the late evening, we suggest you overnight in Calgary prior to commencing your journey. Highlights include Lake Minnewanka, the Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore Banff on your own. Overnight in Banff.

Day 2 Banff to Lake Louise
Enjoy the short drive to Lake Louise into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to enjoy this magnificent location. Overnight in Lake Louise at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Day 3 Lake Louise to Jasper
Travel north to Jasper via one of the most scenic highways in the world, spectacular Icefields Parkway. Allow time to visit highlights along the way, including Athabasca Falls, Bow Summit, Peyto Lake and Crowfoot Glacier. At the Columbia Icefield you will have the opportunity to ride on an Ice Explorer (not included) to the middle of Athabasca Glacier. With sightseeing stops, we recommend allowing at least four hours for today’s drive. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 4 Exploring Jasper National Park
Today is free to explore Jasper National Park with your rental car. Among the highlights are Pyramid and Patricia lakes, Maligne Canyon, Miette Hot Springs, Maligne Lake and Whistler’s Mountain. This afternoon return your rental vehicle in Jasper. Overnight in Jasper.

Day 5 Jasper to Kamloops
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. As you journey west and south you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo mountains. Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, Pyramid Falls, the climb over Yellowhead Pass and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops. Overnight in Kamloops. (B, L)

Day 6 Kamloops to Vancouver
Your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today’s journey you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening. Overnight in Vancouver. (B, L)

Day 7 Board Alaskan Cruise in Vancouver
Transfer early this afternoon to the Vancouver cruise terminal where you board your ship. Overnight on Holland America’s ms Zuiderdam. (D)

From Calgary (Westbound):
Vacation start dates:
Sundays
From Vancouver (Eastbound):
Vacation start dates:
Saturdays
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3, 10, 17, 24, 31
7, 14, 21, 28
5, 12, 19, 26
2, 9, 16, 23, 30
6, 13
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
9, 16, 23, 30
6, 13, 20, 27
4, 11, 18, 25
1, 8, 15, 22, 29
5, 12, 19

USD PricesView CAD Prices

Departures Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Fairmont Deluxe Rocky Mountaineer
03 May - 24 May $3,649 $5,099 $5,499
23 May – 30 May $4,099 $5,769 $6,179
31 May – 22 Aug $4,599 $6,269 $6,679
23 Aug – 19 Sep $4,099 $5,769 $6,179

CAD PricesView USD Prices

Departures Redleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Goldleaf Service Rocky Mountaineer Fairmont Deluxe Rocky Mountaineer
03 May - 24 May $3,649 $5,099 $5,499
23 May – 30 May $4,099 $5,769 $6,179
31 May – 22 Aug $4,599 $6,269 $6,679
23 Aug – 19 Sep $4,099 $5,769 $6,179

Call 877-929-7245 today to book your Yellowhead Discovery Drive Tour featuring Vancouver, Kamloops, Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary and an Inside Passage cruise.


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