Eastern Canada, Rockies Odyssey and Alaska Cruise

Welcome to Toronto. Be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Stay Two Nights: Toronto, Fairmont Royal York

Meet your fellow travellers this morning at a welcome breakfast.

Afterwards, set off on an exploration and visit the CN Tower. (B/D)

• At dinner, overlook the falls before visiting the Illumination Tower.

Travel via the Thousand Islands Parkway on your way to Ottawa. Enjoy a cruise through the Thousand Islands. Stay Two Nights: Ottawa, Fairmont Chateau Laurier (B/D)

• Maybe a flight in a vintage open-cockpit biplane is your style? Or would you prefer to visit the Canadian War Museum? Maybe you'll spend time at the Canadian Museum of History, or set off on a guided bicycle exploration.

Today you're on high alert for exciting sightings of deer, wolves and black bears at Parc Omega, a vast safari park home to a broad variety of unique Canadian wildlife.

Later, continue to the enthralling French-Canadian hub of Quebec City. Stay Two Nights: Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, in a Deluxe ‘Old Québec' View Room (B)

• Perhaps see the sights by foot. Otherwise, a cruise on the St Lawrence River or food tour are also on offer.

• Head to a sugar shack and learn how maple syrup is made, followed by dinner.

Set off from Quebec City for the charming and historic city of Montreal, where a fascinating guided tour takes you to Old Montreal and Mount Royal. Stay Two Nights: Montreal, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth (B)

• Take a walking tour of Old Montreal or meet a local Montrealer. Otherwise a food tour is on the table, as is an exploration of one of the world's largest underground complexes.

• Savour the beauty of the AURA Experience, a remarkable multi-media show at Montréal's magnificent Notre Dame Basilica. Immerse yourself in the spectacle as unique projections illuminate the picturesque interior of the gothic cathedral, all accompanied by orchestral music.

Fly to Vancouver today (flight not included). Once you've landed, we'll transfer you to your hotel before tonight's dinner. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Fairmont Waterfront Hotel (B/D)

Today you'll experience the very best of Vancouver on a fantastic half-day sightseeing tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll soak in the scenery at the vast Stanley Park, explore the trendy Granville Island and immerse yourself in the historic neighbourhood of Gastown. (B)

Board the Rocky Mountaineer and soak up the views from the bi-level glass-dome carriage, complete with GoldLeaf Service, on the picturesque journey to Kamloops. Stay: Kamloops, hotel as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (three-star accommodation) (B/L)

Carve your way through the Canadian Rockies all the way to Banff National Park. Stay Two Nights: Banff National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs, in a Mountain View Room (B/L)

• You may like to take part in the Banff Experience which includes a visit to the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Alternatively, board the Banff Gondola, or set off on a heli-flightseeing excursion. Perhaps enjoy a float trip along Bow River, or learn how to be a Canadian ice hockey player. Otherwise, spend some time at the Willow Stream Spa.
• This evening, dine at one of your hotel's restaurants.

• Tonight, dine at one of the restaurants in your hotel.

• Meet a Mountie and listen to tales of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

• On the shores of Lake Louise, join an expert Mountain Heritage Guide and learn about the area's rich natural history.

• Choose where to dine at your lodge.

• Explore the park on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle sidecar, embark on a Maligne Valley experience by hike or cruise, go rafting down Athabasca River, or ride the Jasper SkyTram.

Today, take in views of Mount Robson as you travel along the Yellowhead Highway. Stay: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel (B/D)

Travel through the Coast Mountains, stopping at Seton and Duffey lakes en route to the beautiful Whistler. Stay Two Nights: The Westin Whistler Resort & Spa (B/D)

• Enjoy a floatplane flight, explore Whistler Mountain on a snowcat adventure, enjoy a mountain Jeep safari or ride the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Adventurous ones may prefer a tree trek or a zip trek.

• The heritage of Canada's indigenous people comes to light at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre. Enjoy breakfast and explore the museum, discovering your First Nations ‘animal spirit' with the help of your guide.

Travel along the Sea-to-Sky Highway and take the BC Ferries service to Nanaimo on Vancouver Island. Stay Two Nights: Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort, in a Deluxe Water View Room (B)

• Visit The Butchart Gardens before the general public is granted access, and enjoy an exclusive breakfast in the original Butchart residence. More than 100 years in the making with a former quarry as the initial canvas, this space was transformed by Jennie Butchart into a haven overflowing with lush greens and colourful blooms. The result of her vision is the gardens you will see today, which are still family-run.

Travel to Vancouver and board your ship. Stay Seven Nights: Holland America Line's Koningsdam in a Verandah Stateroom (B/D)

Spend a full day on board as your ship cruises the coast of British Columbia. (B/L/D)

Alaska's picturesque capital, Juneau, is set at the foot of the mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, and outdoor activities are plenty.

Disembark and explore at leisure or with an optional excursion (own expense). (B/L/D)

Arrive in Skagway, the Inside Passage's northernmost point. See heritage buildings, now protected as part of the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park, and maybe set off on an excursion (own expense). (B/L/D)

Awake to World Heritage-listed Glacier Bay National Park. Take in the calving tidewater glaciers and learn from local rangers about the area's geological wonders. If you're lucky, you might spot whales in the wild. Humpbacks and orcas are plentiful in these waters. (B/L/D)

Disembark in the cheery town of Ketchikan and spend the day exploring as you please. (B/L/D)

Cruise south through the Inside Passage. (B/L/D)

Disembark and transfer to the airport. (B)