Alaska Cruise and Canadian Rockies
ALASKA CRUISE & CANADIAN ROCKIES
18th July – 2nd August 2027
Embark on an extraordinary 16-day land-and-sea adventure combining the glacial majesty of Alaska’s Inside Passage with the towering peaks and turquoise lakes of the Canadian Rockies. Beginning with a flight from London to Seattle, you will board the elegant MSC Poesia to cruise through marine wilderness, historic Gold Rush towns, and dramatic glacial fjords.
Upon returning to Seattle, travel north to Vancouver to begin an immersive 8-day overland journey through British Columbia and Alberta. Experience world-renowned attractions—from the heights of Whistler’s Peak 2 Peak Gondola to walking on ancient glacial ice at the Columbia Icefield—all supported by comfort, handpicked hotel accommodations, and delicious included Indian cuisine dinners throughout the Rockies portion.
The MSC Poesia is a refined, state-of-the-art cruise ship blending European design, comfort, and top-tier amenities:
Your Home at Sea: Balcony Cabins On this Alaskan voyage, you will stay in comfortable Balcony Cabins designed to connect you directly with the ocean. Step out onto your private balcony to enjoy:
- Floor-to-ceiling glass doors with direct access to your private balcony.
- A sitting area with a sofa, interactive TV, and vanity.
- Ample storage, mini-bar, and a private bathroom with a shower.
- The perfect vantage point for spotting humpback whales, glaciers, and rugged coastlines straight from your cabin.
Onboard Features & Dining:
- Culinary Delights: Elegant main dining rooms (Il Palladio & Le Fontane), casual dining at the Villa Pompeiana buffet, and specialty options like the Kaito Sushi Bar.
- Entertainment: Multi-deck Teatro Carlo Felice hosting Broadway-style evening shows, an outdoor poolside cinema screen, live music lounges, and a casino.
- Relaxation & Wellness: MSC Aurea Spa featuring thermal baths and massages, 3 swimming pools, 9 whirlpool baths, and a Technogym® fitness centre with panoramic ocean views.
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ITINERARY
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Alaska Cruise - (18th - 26th July)
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Canadian Rockies - (26th July - 2nd August)
Part 1 - Alaska Inside Passage Cruise
Day 1: Sunday, 18th July 2027 — Flight from London to Seattle
- Journey: Depart London on your transatlantic flight to Seattle, Washington.
- Experience: Upon arrival, transfer to your Seattle hotel. Spend a relaxing evening adjusting to the time zone and enjoying the vibrant Pacific Northwest atmosphere.
- Overnight: Seattle Hotel
Day 2: Monday, 19th July 2027 — Board the MSC Poesia in Seattle
- Ports: Departure from Seattle at 4:00 PM
- Experience: Spend a relaxed morning exploring Seattle's waterfront or Pike Place Market. In the early afternoon, transfer to the cruise terminal to board the MSC Poesia. Settle into your stateroom and head to the top deck as the ship sets sail at 4:00 PM into Puget Sound.
- Meals: Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 3: Tuesday, 20th July 2027 — Day at Sea (Inside Passage)
- Experience: Enjoy a full day cruising north towards Alaska. Take advantage of MSC Poesia’s rich amenities: relax at the MSC Aurea Spa, join onboard enrichment lectures on Alaskan wildlife, or enjoy live entertainment while gazing out over the Pacific coastline.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 4: Wednesday, 21st July 2027 — Ketchikan, Alaska
- Port Time: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Experience: Arrive in Ketchikan, known as the "Salmon Capital of the World" and rich in Native Alaskan heritage. Stroll along historic Creek Street's boardwalks, marvel at the world’s largest collection of standing totem poles at Totem Bight State Historical Park, or explore the surrounding lush Tongass National Forest.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 5: Thursday, 22nd July 2027 — Icy Strait Hoonah, Alaska
- Port Time: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Experience: Anchor at Icy Strait Point, a destination owned and operated by the local Tlingit Native community. This region offers outstanding opportunities for marine wildlife watching, including humpback whales and sea otters, or exploring restored 1912 salmon cannery exhibits.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 6: Friday, 23rd July 2027 — Tracy Arm Fjord & Juneau, Alaska
- Cruising Time: Tracy Arm Fjord (7:00 AM – 7:30 AM)
- Port Time: Juneau (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
- Experience: Wake up early to view the fjord walls and floating icebergs of Tracy Arm. In the afternoon, dock in Alaska’s capital city, Juneau. Option to visit the majestic Mendenhall Glacier, ride the Mount Roberts Tramway for elevated vistas, or sample fresh local seafood.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 7: Saturday, 24th July 2027 — Day at Sea
- Experience: As the ship turns south, spend a relaxing day at sea. Lounge by the pool deck, attend evening production shows at the Teatro Carlo Felice, or enjoy fine dining at the ship's restaurants.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 8: Sunday, 25th July 2027 — Victoria, British Columbia
- Port Time: 8:00 PM – 11:58 PM
- Experience: Dock late evening in the charming, British-influenced city of Victoria on Vancouver Island. Enjoy an evening walk through the illuminated Inner Harbour, past the Parliament Buildings and the iconic Fairmont Empress Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Onboard
- Overnight: MSC Poesia
Day 9: Monday, 26th July 2027 — Seattle Port to Vancouver, BC
- Route: Seattle - Vancouver (Burnaby)
- Experience: Arrive back in Seattle at 7:00 AM. Disembark and meet your private transfer to cross the border into British Columbia, Canada.
- Meals: Breakfast (Cruise)
Part 2: Canadian Rockies Overland Coach Tour
Day 9: Monday, 26th July 2027 — Seattle Port to Vancouver, BC
- Route: Seattle - Vancouver (Burnaby)
- Experience: Upon arrival in Vancouver, if time permits, enjoy a brief orientation tour of the city before checking into your hotel.
- Meals: Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre (or similar)
Day 10: Tuesday, 27th July 2027 — Whistler Alpine & Capilano Excursion
- Highlights: Shannon Falls, Peak 2 Peak Gondola, Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Experience: Journey along the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway to view the cascading Shannon Falls. Continue to the alpine village of Whistler to ride the world-record-breaking Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola for panoramic mountain views. Return towards Vancouver to walk high above the forest floor across the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre (or similar)
Day 11: Wednesday, 28th July 2027 — Vancouver to Kamloops / Sun Peaks
- Highlights: FlyOver Canada, Vancouver City Tour, Scenic Interior Drive
- Experience: Experience the immersive FlyOver Canada flight simulation ride in downtown Vancouver, followed by a comprehensive city tour. In the afternoon, board your luxury coach and head inland through BC's interior landscapes to the resort town of Sun Peaks near Kamloops.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: Sun Peaks Grand Hotel & Conference Centre
Day 12: Thursday, 29th July 2027 — Sun Peaks to Jasper National Park
- Highlights: Clearwater Spahats Falls, Mt. Robson, Maligne Lake Cruise
- Experience: Travel northeast towards the Canadian Rockies. En route, stop to admire Spahats Falls and gaze upon Mt. Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper National Park and take an iconic boat cruise across the turquoise waters of Maligne Lake to Spirit Island.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: The Kanata Hinton Hotel (or similar)
Day 13: Friday, 30th July 2027 — Icefields Parkway to Banff & Lake Louise
- Highlights: Athabasca Falls, Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer, Glacier Skywalk, Peyto Lake, Lake Louise
- Experience: Drive along the world-famous Icefields Parkway. Stop at Athabasca Falls before riding a giant Ice Explorer vehicle onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield. Walk across the glass-floored Glacier Skywalk suspended over the Sunwapta Valley. Conclude the day viewing the brilliant turquoise waters of Peyto Lake and iconic Lake Louise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: Canmore Inn & Suites (or similar)
Day 14: Saturday, 31st July 2027 — Yoho National Park & Scenic Wonders
- Highlights: Yoho National Park, Spiral Tunnels, Natural Bridge
- Experience: Spend a full day exploring the rugged natural beauty of Yoho National Park. Visit the engineering marvel of the railway Spiral Tunnels and admire the rock formations carved out by the Kicking Horse River at the Natural Bridge.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: Canmore Inn & Suites (or similar)
Day 15: Sunday, 1st August 2027 — Banff National Park to Calgary
- Highlights: Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Lake Minnewanka, Calgary City Sightseeing
- Experience: Ride the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain for sweeping 360-degree views of the Bow Valley. Visit scenic photospots including Bow Falls and Surprise Corner, followed by a tranquil stop at Lake Minnewanka. In the afternoon, transfer to Calgary and explore downtown landmarks including the Calgary Tower and the 1988 Olympic area.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Indian Restaurant)
- Overnight: Element by Marriott Calgary Airport (or similar)
Day 16: Monday, 2nd August 2027 — Departure from Calgary to London
- Experience: Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel. Check out and transfer to Calgary International Airport (YYC) for your return flight back home to London.
- Meals: Breakfast
Cost – £ 4999.00 per person
Package Includes:
Alaska Cruise on MSC Poesia and land tour of the Canadian Rockies.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy with flights and port transfers included.
ALASKA CRUISE
All the benefits of Balcony Fantastica
✓ 1 night Seattle hotel accommodation (18th July 2027)
✓ Airport Transfers at Destination
✓ Comfortable Balcony Cabins
✓ Room Service & Breakfast delivered to the cabin
✓ 20-hour buffet & Main Restaurant dining
✓ Kids Club
✓ Broadway Style Theatre Shows
✓ Sports Facilities, Pool & Panoramic Gym
✓ Additional Kids activities & Classes
CANADIAN ROCKIES
✓ Luxury Coach Travel
✓ 3-4* Accommodation (Twin Sharing)
✓ All entrance fees to attractions stated in the Canadian Rockies itinerary
✓ Breakfast and Dinner
What is not included in your price:
✘ Items of a personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, etc.
✘ Visas and Insurance
✘ Tips (£25) Mandatory
✘ Drinks packages are not included in the cruise (Optional Extra)
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