Titan's Deluxe Alaskan Voyage and Rocky Mountaineer
Guided tour of the Canadian Rockies including the Rocky Mountaineer and an Alaska Cruise, by Titan Travel
This is the tour that includes all the things on most people's tick list for a trip to the Canadian Rockies - time in Banff and Jasper, the Rocky Mountaineer Train and an Alaska cruise.
First things first though, and as with almost all Titan tours this comes with VIP home to airport transfers (and again on the return) in the UK. There are very few conditions attached, so this is a real bonus.
It's important to remember that the most scenic parts of the Canadian Rockies are the areas including Banff and Jasper, so the more time you spend in that region the better. This trip has a generous 5 nights in total, and nor does it miss out on one of the highlights which is The Icefields Parkway, one of the most beautiful road journeys in the world, between lake Louise and Jasper.
Along the route you make a stop at the Athabasca Glacier to take an Ice Explorer ride onto the surface. There are few places in the world where you can step safely on to a glacier.
Another key highlight of the trip is the 2 day Rocky Mountaineer train ride, something on many people's bucket list. You can pay a supplement to upgrade to Gold class, the main benefit being the even more exceptional viewing.
Then it's on to a 7 night Alaska cruise on what is probably the market leading cruise line in Alaska, Holland America. The route is very typical for a round trip cruise from Vancouver, with highlights being Glacier Bay National Park and the Inside Passage.
The headline price for the holiday is based on an inside cabin, so bear in mind that ocean views and veranda cabins come at a supplement. The upgraded cabins tend to be booked out first though, so it's best to book early or be flexible on dates.
The rest of the accommodation on this trip is of a pretty decent standard. I love the location of the hotel in Vancouver right down by the waterfront, while the lodge in Banff has a cosy feel and again in a great central location.
On to the flights, these are direct both ways on Air Canada. On the cruise, the meal plan is full board, and for the rest of the trip it is mostly room only as is usual for Canada, but there are still 5 meals included in total.
And when you arrive back in the UK, you'll have the comfort of the Titan VIP home service to take you home.
All in all then, this trip ticks a great many boxes for a Canadian Rockies adventure with several bucket list experiences, however you do need to book early if you want the better cabins on the cruise or the gold leaf on the train.
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Day 1 - UK - Calgary - Banff
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Calgary. Upon arrival, we transfer to Banff, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
Day 2 - Banff (Lake Louise)
Banff is regarded as one of North America’s loveliest small towns and makes a wonderful base for exploring the scenic surrounding area. With a charming and friendly atmosphere, you’ll want to spend the day exploring on foot - but we have bigger plans. Today we head out on an excursion to Lake Louise - known as ‘the jewel of the Rockies’. Named after Queen Victoria’s fourth daughter, Lake Louise is one of Canada’s most beloved attractions and perhaps the most picturesque body of water in the world. The best view is from the chateau on the eastern shore, where you can snap a postcard-pretty view of snow-capped mountains and picturesque pine forests. This is just a sample of the natural glory of Banff National Park.
Day 3 - Banff
Take a day to yourself to browse the craft shops, boutiques, cafés and restaurants of Banff. Or you could join an optional gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain for an amazing bird’s-eye view of six mountain ranges.
Day 4 - Columbia Icefield - Jasper
We journey north through the Rockies to Jasper, with captivating vistas unfolding at every turn of the road. En route we make a stop at the Columbia Icefield for a unique Ice Explorer ride on the surface of the Athabasca Glacier (weather permitting). The vehicle’s expert driver teaches us about glaciers, icefields and the environment. There’s also a chance to safely hop off and stand on this icy giant. We’ll arrive in Jasper later this afternoon.
Day 5 - Jasper
Jasper National Park is one of Canada’s oldest and largest, brimming with cultural treasures and miracles of nature. Our guide will take us deep into the park, where we’ll gawp at the dramatic Maligne Canyon, pause for a moment of peace at Medicine Lake and - another icon of world travel - Maligne Lake. Surrounded by mountains and glaciers, you’ll really get the feeling of being in the middle of this great wilderness. We’ll enjoy an interpretative talk at dinner this evening.
Day 6 - Rocky Mountaineer (Jasper - Kamloops)
Step on board the renowned Rocky Mountaineer train today for a railway ride unlike any you’ve taken before. Sink back into your seat and get ready for the breathtaking scenes that await as we wind our way through the Canadian Rockies over the next two days. This exhilarating journey between Jasper and Vancouver is punctuated with an overnight in Kamloops. We’ll dart between valleys and lake shores, over mountain passes, through forests and remarkable tunnels hewn from the rock. On this part of the journey, look out for the towering peak of Mount Robson, the Albreda Icefields’ expansive glaciers, the Pyramid Falls and the snow-capped Monashee peaks.
HOTEL: accommodation to be booked nearer the time
Day 7 - Rocky Mountaineer (Kamloops - Vancouver)
On the menu for today’s scenic feast: the lush green fields of Fraser Valley, Coast and Cascade mountains, the steep slopes of the Thompson River and tumbling waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. We arrive in Vancouver later this afternoon.
Day 8 - Vancouver
There’ll be more time to explore Vancouver at the end of our cruise, but this morning is at leisure to gather memorable first impressions of a city before we board our ship. You’ll have some time to get acquainted with the ship before we set sail late afternoon.
Day 9 - Canada’s Inside Passage
Today we intrepidly explore the awe-inspiring panoramas of Canada’s Inside Passage, a peaceful and picturesque ‘marine highway’ between British Columbia’s islands and mainland. Look out for intricate fjords, dense forests and snow-topped mountains. There’s plenty of wildlife to spot, too. Harbour seals, humpback whales and swooping eagles call this beautiful area home.
Day 10 - Juneau
Sightings of whales, seals and sure-footed mountain goats are likely today as the ship makes its way through narrow waterways to Juneau, Alaska’s state capital since 1906. Though it covers a large area, this cosmopolitan city has a surprisingly small population. Juneau’s location, in the heart of the Tongass National Forest and at the foot of the towering mountains that overlook Gastineau Channel, makes it a memorable visit.
Day 11 - Skagway
Skagway was the coastal gateway to the goldfields of the Klondike during the ‘rush’ of the late 1890s and this ‘boom town’ owes its size and prominence to those thousands of fortune-seekers on the Chilkoot Trail. In its boardwalks, pebble streets and turn-of-the-century buildings, the town has captured an ambience of those frantic times.
Day 12 - Glacier Bay National Park
There can be few more inspiring sights to greet you on waking than Glacier Bay National Park. This morning, you’ll find yourself in the midst of towering mountains, magnificent tidewater glaciers, vast icebergs and an abundance of wildlife - a paradise for photographers, artists, birdwatchers and anyone who appreciates the majesty and beauty of the natural world.
Day 13 - Ketchikan
Beautifully located, Ketchikan stretches like a ribbon along the shoreline below Deer Mountain - so remote that it may only be reached by sea or air. Echoes of pioneer days still haunt the historic Creek Street area. But these days, Ketchikan is better known for its extraordinary collection of tribal totems and its salmon production. As ‘the salmon capital of the world’, it is the perfect place to sample the freshest and most delicious wild fish.
Day 14 - Canada’s Inside Passage
We return southwards through Canada’s Inside Passage on a last full day at sea, with more epic views from the deck or time to enjoy the ship’s fine facilities.
Day 15 - Vancouver
Lapped by the Pacific Ocean on one side and overlooked by mountains on the other, Vancouver isn’t your average grid-iron sprawl. Both historically interesting and cutting edge - with the most dramatic setting you could think of, there’s a reason why we save this Canadian city until last. We hop off the ship this morning and head straight into our orientation tour of the city for all the standout highlights. This afternoon is free for you to explore independently.
Day 16 - Vancouver
Today is free to make your own discoveries in Vancouver. Or join an optional excursion to Vancouver Island, to view Butchart Gardens with its display of flowering trees and shrubs, and also explore Victoria, one of Canada’s most beautiful cities. Amongst its many attractions are the British Columbia Museum, Thunderbird Park and the Parliament Buildings.
Day 17 - Vancouver - In flight
Enjoy a further leisurely morning, with some time for shopping, before we transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Day 18 - UK
Upon arrival your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
Guide Prices
Prices start from £6695 per person.
What's Included?
- 26 meals - 9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners
- Transport from the UK
- International flights. Prices are based on return flights with Air Canada from London Heathrow.
- Accommodation - 9 nights in hotels, 7 nights cruise on Koningsdam and 1 in flight
- Ship - Koningsdam
- Rail - Rocky Mountaineer SilverLeaf Service (2 days). To upgrade to GoldLeaf Service please contact our travel advisors
- Transport - Travel in destination by coach
- Plus - Exclusive Titan cocktail party on board cruise, and Gratuities for Rocky Mountaineer crew
What are the best months to travel to the Canadian Rockies and Alaska? 🔆
Here's a quick guide to all the months of the year. Generally speaking, tours and cruises only run between May and September - outside of these months it's cold, and in the winter it's ski season.
January - no tours - extremely cold
February - no tours - extremely cold
March - no tours - very cold
April - no tours - cold
May - tours begin in early May, weather is mild during the day, cool nights
June - very pleasant during the day, milder at night, fewer crowds than peak season mean this could be an ideal month to visit
July - peak season, warm during the day, milder at night
August - peak season, warm during the day, milder at night
September - tours finish at the end of September for the season - mild days, cool nights
October - no tours - cold
November - no tours - extremely cold
December - no tours - extremely cold
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