Canada's East and West with Alaska Cruise

Your journey begins today as you are met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Stay Two Nights: Toronto, Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre

A Welcome Breakfast gives you the chance to meet your fellow guests and Travelmarvel Tour Director. (B)

Today, board a cruise through the picturesque 1000 Islands of the St Lawrence Seaway. Cruise past tiny islands, castles reminiscent of fairytales and island mansions. You'll be taken back to a time when pirates and bootleggers roamed the area, as well as the Gilded Age, when the rich and famous made this region their personal playground. Stay Two Nights: Ottawa, Lord Elgin Hotel (B)

Join a guided sightseeing tour of Ottawa, during which you will visit the Gothic Parliament Hill and visit the historic Rideau Canal, which winds its way through the heart of the city. The rest of the day is yours to explore at leisure. (B)

Visit Parc Omega, a wildlife park located in Montebello, Quebec that provides guests with an immersive experience, allowing them to observe the animals in their natural habitat from the safety of their vehicle. It covers over 2,200 acres of land and is home to many Canadian animals including moose, deer, wolves, bears and beavers.

Afterwards, arrive in Quebec City. Stay Two Nights: Quebec City, Hotel Manoir Victoria (B)

This morning after breakfast, journey to the city of Montreal. Experience it's thriving arts and culture scene with many museums, galleries and theatres. See beautiful buildings and monuments such as Notre Dame Basilica and explore the many beautiful parks and outdoor spaces. This evening, meet with your fellow travellers to enjoy a special Farewell Dinner. Stay: Montreal, Marriott Chateau Champlain (B/D)

Fly Montreal to Victoria (not included) and enjoy time at leisure. Stay Three Nights: Victoria, The Parkside Hotel & Spa (B)

Enjoy free time today before a Welcome Reception tonight.

This morning, enjoy a short orientation tour of Victoria before visiting The Butchart Gardens. Among the most famous gardens in the world, The Butchart Gardens are more than a hundred years old and have a distinctive style all of their own. Spend time wandering through the lovely Sunken Garden and relax in the beautiful settings of the Japanese Garden and the Italian Garden. Explore the plants and floral displays on show. (B)

Enjoy today at leisure to explore Whistler. (B)

After breakfast, travel through the rugged Cariboo region to Sun Peaks. Stay: Sun Peaks, Nancy Greene's Cahilty Lodge (B/D)

Relax or discover Jasper today. (B/D)

Today, travel to glacier-fed Moraine Lake (weather permitting) on your way to the alpine resort of Banff for a sightseeing tour. Stay Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge (B)

Enjoy the day at leisure to explore Banff. (B)

This morning, board the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer train and settle into your carriage with large panoramic windows for expansive views of the fabled Rocky Mountains. Your journey takes you through the Spiral Tunnels, a historic engineering feat which snakes its way through the region. Then continue on through impressive Kicking Horse Canyon before arriving in the city of Kamloops late in the afternoon. There is time to settle into your comfortable hotel, explore, relax and dine this evening. Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned by Rocky Mountaineer (B/L)

Rejoin the Rocky Mountaineer and continue your rail adventure west towards the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, enjoy incredible front-row views of the region's natural beauty, taking in some of its many highlights, which include Fraser Canyon, the Coast Mountains and Fraser Valley.

Late this afternoon, arrive in Vancouver where you will spend the next two nights. Settle into your centrally located hotel and enjoy free time to explore. Tonight, you might like to try a local restaurant for dinner. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel (B/L)

Board your premium ship in Vancouver late this morning and enjoy time to relax and settle in. Stay Seven Nights: Holland America Line's Zaandam (B/D)

Enjoy a full day at sea at the beginning of your phenomenal journey. Relax and absorb the majestic scenery as your ship cruises past dramatic rocky headlands and glides over the frigid waters of the Inside Passage. You also have plenty of time to explore the facilities of your cruise ship and perhaps relax in one of the onboard public areas. (B/L/D)

Today your journey brings you to Alaska's capital, Juneau. There is time to explore the region's glacial terrain and gold rush history or perhaps choose to make your way to the town and explore the rustic shops located here. You may also like to experience an exhilarating dog sled ride over a glacier or try one of the other activities available to you. These include sampling delicious salmon baked over a fire or even trying your hand at panning for gold in this former gold rush town (own expense). (B/L/D)

This morning, you'll dock at the port of Skagway, which is located at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage. Skagway was once a frontier town and gateway to the Klondike and still celebrates its gold rush past to this day. You will find a variety of stores and saloons in town that capture the excitement and history of the gold rush days. Here, you will also have the opportunity to learn more about gold prospecting or to view some of the fascinating local wildlife on a tour (own expense). (B/L/D)

Wake up to the breathtaking sight of Glacier Bay National Park this morning, with its formidable rivers of ice, wild coastline and sheltered fjords. As you cruise through the national park, it is easy to see why the area has received World Heritage status. Today, you'll gain a more detailed insight into the unique nature of this national park as local rangers join you on board to explain the geological wonders and diverse wildlife found in this remarkable region. (B/L/D)

Arrive in Ketchikan, regarded as the salmon capital of the world. Enjoy free time here to relax and explore the town at your leisure Alternatively, perhaps join a walking tour of the town or learn about the history of Tlingit culture during a visit to Saxman Native Village (own expense). (B/L/D)

Today marks your final day aboard your premium Holland America Line cruise ship. You'll spend the day cruising south through the Inside Passage and its magnificent landscapes and towering glaciers. There is time to relax on board and enjoy the premium facilities of your ship while you take in the incredible views. This evening, savour a final dinner on board. (B/L/D)

After breakfast aboard your cruise ship this morning, disembark in Vancouver for your airport transfer and onward flight. (B)