Great Canada with Alaska

Tour Itinerary

Day 01: Toronto – Niagara Falls

Arrive Toronto Airport, and transfer to your hotel. Check-in and rest of the day free at leisure to explore Toronto city. - a dynamic metropolis with a core of soaring skyscrapers, all dwarfed by the iconic, free-standing CN Tower and many green spaces. Evening proceed to Niagara Falls - Natural Wonder of the World and a dream of every person on the Earth to visit it. In the evening witness the illumination where Niagara Falls is transformed into an incredible, multi-coloured water and light masterpiece.

Overnight stay in Toronto

Day 02: Niagara Falls – Toronto

Get up close and personal with Canada’s most memorable experience! Today, we enjoy 'Horn blower' boat ride and get an opportunity to see the three falls – Canadian Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls (Subject to Operation) to view the Niagara Falls. Afterwards we experience the Journey behind the Falls that offers an unique view of the Falls from below and behind. Descend 150 ft. by elevator, where a short tunnel gives access to two outdoor observation decks and two portals located directly behind the Falls. Later, visit the Skylon Tower – an observation tower, 775 ft. above Niagara Falls gorge that overlooks both the American Falls, New York, the larger Horseshoe Falls, and Ontario from the Canadian side of the Niagara River In the evening we proceed to Toronto – a multicultural city and the capital of Ontario also famous as Canada’s financial and commercial centre.

Day 03: Toronto

Today we explore Toronto city, we see CN Tower - defining the Toronto skyline at 553.33m and Canada’s most recognizable and celebrated icon, Ethnic Neighbourhoods – embracing Chinatown, Greektown, Little Italy, Little India, Koreatown, Portugal Village etc., the University of Toronto - amongst the world's most prestigious universities and Legislature Building followed by a visit to Casa Loma Castle – a Gothic Revival style 98-room grand mansion on five acres in downtown Toronto built in the early 1900s famed for its extravagance size which was built by the visionary and renaissance man Sir Henry Pellatt.

Day 04: Toronto – Kingston – Ottawa

Today we proceed to Ottawa - the capital city of Canada. En route we will enjoy 1000 Island Cruise at Kingston – a premiere sightseeing cruise is a perfect way to explore the scenery that has made the region famous throughout the world. Upon arrival, we explore the Ottawa city and see Notre Dame - a Roman Catholic minor basilica which was designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1990, Centennial Flame - commemorates Canada's 100th anniversary as a Confederation is a major feature on the Parliament Hill grounds, the Parliament Building - is the home of the Parliament of Canada and has architectural elements of national symbolic importance, Embassy District, the Rideau Canal – is the world's largest skating rink and a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Peace Tower Monument.

Day 05: Ottawa – Montreal – Quebec

Today we proceed to Montreal – a big, busy, exhilarating city. Upon arrival we explore the city of Montreal, we see Notre-Dame Basilica - A grand Gothic Revival basilica with stained glass depictions of Montreal's religious history, Saint Joseph's Oratory - the largest sanctuary dedicated to Saint Joseph and one of the world’s most visited pilgrimage sites and Montreal View Point followed by a visit to Montreal Olympic Stadium - designed by French architect Roger Taillibert as a unique monument an international symbol for Montréal. The Olympic Stadium is the largest covered amphitheatre in Montreal, with seating for 56,000 spectators. Later we visit Montreal botanical gardens - A popular oasis in the heart of the city, founded in 1936 by Frère Marie-Victorin, one of the greatest of Canadian botanists. It is one of the largest nature museums of its kind in the world, with over 22000 species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, and more than 20 thematic gardens spread out over 75 hectares. In the evening we arrive at Quebec - one of North America’s oldest and most magnificent settlements.

Day 06: Quebec

Today we explore Quebec city, we see the Parliament Buildings, the Citadel - also known as La Citadelle, is an active military installation and the secondary official residence of both the Canadian monarch and the Governor General of Canada, Chateau Frontenac, The Plains of Abraham - was created in 1908 to mark the 300th anniversary of the founding of Québec, Place d'Armes and the Upper and Lower Towns - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later we take Furnicular to visit the Old Town. In the afternoon, we visit the maple farm factory.

Day 07: Quebec – Calgary – Canmore

Today we travel to Calgary by flight. Upon arrival we proceed to Canmore – a beautiful town in Canadian Rockies known as gateway to Banff National Park. In the evening we visit a distillery and enjoy craft beer world.

Day 08: Canmore – Banff – Canmore

Today we explore the famous Banff National Park, the oldest and most visited tourist destination in Alberta known for its mountainous terrain, glaciers, ice fields, dense coniferous forest and alpine landscapes. Here we experience thrills of white water rafting in Kicking Horse River and enjoy the splashes. Later we view the picturesque Bow falls and Bow River from the Surprise Corner (Treat Corner) view point, followed by Hoodoo Lookout for the magnificent views of pinnacle rock and Mount Rundle. In the afternoon we take memorable Gondola ride to get a panoramic view of the surroundings.

Day 09: Canmore – Columbia Ice Field – Jasper

Today we proceed to Columbia Ice field - one of the largest non-polar ice fields in the world. En route we see the stunning Lake Louise, Crowfoot Glacier, Peyto Lake and enjoy a picturesque province of Alberta. Upon arrival at Columbia Ice fields, we take a snow coach to Athabasca Glacier – one of the 6 principal glaciers fed by the Columbia Ice fields. During snow coach journey, we stop at various places to admire snowscapes, take photos, walk on the ice and even fill your bottle with fresh glacier water. Later we drive to Jasper – an alpine town located in Alberta and a commercial centre of Jasper National Park.

Day 10: Jasper – Maligne Canyon – Jasper

Today we explore Jasper National Park – UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in Canadian Rockies. We visit the Pyramid Lake which lies at the base of Pyramid Mountain, a natural landmark that overlooks the town of Jasper, here we enjoy boating. Later we visit Maligne Canyon the deepest and most beautiful Canyon in the Jasper National Park famous for its limestone walls, waterfalls, underground stream outlets, birds and plant life. Then we visit Maligne Lake – one of the most photographed lakes popular for its shades of water and surrounding peaks.

Day 11: Jasper – Kamloops

Today we proceed to Kamloops – sunniest town of Canada. En-route we enjoy the beautiful views of the Mount Robson – the most prominent mountain and the highest point in the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival, we have free time for relaxing and exploring the surroundings.

Day 12: Kamloops – Vancouver

Today we proceed to Vancouver – consistently named as one of the top five cities in the world in terms of quality of life and cleanliness. Upon arrival, we visit Stanley Park – a 405-hectare public park famous as ‘Greenspace of the world’ with its ever-blooming gardens, pristine coastal areas and roughly 500,000 cedar, fir, hemlock trees and Totem poles. Later we explore Vancouver city, we visit Chinatown, Robson Street, Capilano Suspension bridge on Capilano River, Historic Gastown known for its whistling Steam Clock. In the evening, we have free time for shopping.

Day 13: Vancouver – Whistler – Vancouver

Today we have full day excursion to Whistler - Canada’s favourite year-round destination located in the spectacular Coast Mountains of British Columbia. We drive through famous Sea to Sky Highway. En-route we visit Britania Mine Museum to know more about the history and the life of a miner. Later we enjoy train ride inside mine tunnel. Upon arrival at Whistler we enjoy peak to peak gondola ride, walking tour of whistler village and a photo stop at Olympic rings.

Day 14: Vancouver – Victoria – Vancouver

Today we have full day excursion to Victoria – capital of British Columbia famous for its Victorian style of architecture, also called as the Garden City of Canada. Upon arrival, we visit Butchart gardens - World Class botanical gardens designated as National Historic Site of Canada with 55 acres of floral display in various gardens like Sunken Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, Italian Garden and Mediterranean Garden. Enjoy photography, admire bronze statues, bird houses and beautiful landscapes.

Day 15: Vancouver – Embark Cruise

Today we have free time to relax and explore the surroundings on our own. In the evening we embark the cruise for our journey to the beautiful world of Alaska - a vast, rugged land of jaw-dropping beauty and abundant wildlife. We will see legendary places, and experience nature in a way we have never imagined before.

Day 16: Cruising

Today we admire the glory of Alaska as we enjoy on board activities like swimming, casinos, duty-free shopping, live entertainment, discotheque, movies and lavish international buffet. Sail by the icy beauty of some of the world's most impressive glaciers.

Day 17: Ketchikan

Today we arrive at Ketchikan - a gateway to the wild landscapes and seascapes of Misty Fjords National Monument also known for its many Native American totem poles, on display throughout town. We find stunning forests, waterfalls, lakes, creeks and fantastic coastlines. We experience the sheer granite cliffs, crystalline lakes and low-hanging mists of Misty Fjords National Monument – a postcard destination with Icy blue lakes, waterfalls, snow-capped peaks, and glacial valleys.

Day 18: Juneau

Today we explore Juneau, the capital of Alaska, it was found during a gold rush in 1880. The former gold-mining town counts among its riches some of Alaska's most spectacular scenery. We enjoy a narrated tour of Alaska’s Glacier Gardens Rainforest - unique gardens set against a forest landscape with panoramic views over Juneau and view Mendenhall Glacier - one of the most beautiful and accessible glaciers in North America looks like a massive river of compressed blue ice.

Day 19: Skagway

Today we arrive in Skagway - home to gold-rush-era buildings, now preserved as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is rich in history and beautiful natural surroundings offers a panoramas of mountains, gorges, waterfalls, tunnels, trestles and historic sites. We enjoy a guided tour of Skagway, by taking the unforgettable journey with ‘’White Pass Train’’ – The Scenic Railway of the World and the most famous Skagway excursion. Climb aboard the White Pass and Yukon Route Railroad, an International Historic Civil Engineering Landmark and experience mountains, glaciers, waterfalls, and historic sites from the comfort of a century-old railcar along the magnificent Skagway Valley up to the awe-inspiring summit of White Pass.

Day 20: Tracy Arm Fjord

Today we see the magnificent Tracy Arm, a 30-mile-long fjord in the Tracy Arm-Fords Terror Wilderness, a 653,000-acre preserve fed by two calving glaciers and guarded by imposing granite walls. Among the sights to admire from the icy waters are waterfalls cascading down 3,000-foot-high granite walls.

Day 21: Cruising

Today we have a day at leisure as we admire the beauty of Alaska and enjoy some activities on board. Try to spot some huge cold-water whales in the beauty around. Enjoy perfect glacier-gazing and and for soak up the turquoise ocean views

Day 22: Disembark Cruise – Departure from Vancouver

Today after breakfast, transfer from Vancouver Hotel/Resort to Vancouver Airport. We hope you have enjoyed your  journey with us.

Tour Ends!!