The Many Faces of North America

After a private transfer to Lake Louise, the day’s sightseeing tour will visit the most treasured spots in the Canadian Rockies on this remarkable excursion through Banff and Yoho National Parks. Experience the evolution of land and discover how it has shaped the appearance of the spectacular natural wonders found in these mountain settings. Highlights include the stunning Lake Louise, magnificent Moraine Lake, and splendid Takakkaw Falls. Learn about the topography of the area and fascinating local stories from a professional guide plus enjoy a delicious gourmet picnic lunch. The following day can be spent at your leisure.

On your fourth day, discover Canada's most scenic mountain roadway, the Icefields Parkway, and travel past sweeping glaciers, immense waterfalls and shimmering lakes on a private tour of the area. Let your expert guide explain more about the geographical and historical significance of the region as you make your way across the mountains towards the ultimate picnic spot. Your guide will go out of their way to find the perfect secluded location for you to indulge in a gourmet picnic as you overlook the picturesque scenery.

Today you’ll board the Rocky Mountaineer, journeying past the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Mount Robson, and the aptly named Pyramid Falls towards the Shuswap region and your hotel in Kamloops. The train offers two service levels, including GoldLeaf, where guests are ensconced in a luxury two-storey glass-domed coach with full-length windows, comfortable reclining seats that have the ability to rotate and an exclusive restaurant car, where sumptuous gourmet cuisine can be enjoyed.

After a night in the charming town of Kamloops, you’ll reboard the Rocky Mountaineer for your day’s journey. Travelling through desert-like landscapes and fertile farmlands of the Fraser Valley, you’ll enjoy a delicious breakfast and three-course lunch as your knowledgeable hosts entertain you with stories of the region. You’ll arrive in Vancouver and be taken to your accommodation for the evening, the Rosewood Hotel Georgia.

Today, enjoy some free time to explore all that Vancouver has to offer. Spend time wandering through Stanley Park, one of the largest urban parks in North America, delight in the historic atmosphere of Gastown and discover its vast array of indie restaurants and bars, enjoy a spot of shopping in the upscale Oakridge Shopping Centre or tour some of the city’s rich museums.

On your eight day, take to the seas on an exciting 8-day cruise with Regent Seven Seas. Starting in Vancouver, you’ll travel through the Inside Passage towards Alaska, taking in pine trees as tall as skyscrapers, incredible wildlife and picturesque scenery, all while enjoying unlimited shore excursions at each port.

On the final day of your cruise, disembark in Steward, Alaska for your return flight to the UK.