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but not least, is ethereal Lake Louise, before coming to a stop in Banff. Hotel: Inns of Banff
ALASKA CRUISE OPTION
Day 10 BANFF SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
OPTIONAL EXTENSION REF:
The wilderness of Banff National Park awaits with plenty on offer to unlock this region in your own style. Helicopter flights could see you soaring over the Three Sisters Peak, the Sundance Ranges and the Gloria and Assiniboine Glaciers, or perhaps catch the gondola to the very top of Sulphur Mountain. Day 11 BANFF – VERNON
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Climbing high to cross the Continental Divide at Kicking Horse Pass, you'll stop at the Spiral Tunnels before travelling through three beautiful national parks, slowly descending from the mountains into sprawling wineries and fruit orchards, indicating you've entered the Okanagan Valley. A winery tour and tipple is on the cards before reaching Vernon. Hotel: Sandman Vernon Day 12 VERNON – DEPART VANCOUVER Make the most of your final beautiful scenic drive as you pass through the Cascade Mountains and venture into the Fraser River Valley, before reaching Vancouver, the place where it all began. For those who are doing the Alaska Cruise, now's the time to start getting excited. Note: Airport arrival will be at approximately 1:30 p.m., please be aware when booking your flights.
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Day 12 VANCOUVER – INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE 7 After being dropped at iconic Canada Place, board your Holland America cruise liner for a 4:30pm departure that will pass below Vancouver's spectacular Lion's Gate suspension bridge. (D) Day 13 CRUISE THE INSIDE PASSAGE Deep fjords, forested islands and snowcapped peaks are your surroundings today as you cruise the Inside Passage. (B, L, D)
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Day 15 CRUISE TO SKAGWAY, ALASKA Gold rush era buildings and spectacular vistas await you in Skagway, the largest city in Alaska that still retains a magical glory days feeling. (B, L, D)
Venturing into the ‘salmon capital of the world', enjoy the cheerful atmosphere that surrounds you in Ketchikan. (B, L, D)
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Day 19 DEPART VANCOUVER
Day 14 CRUISE TRACY ARM AND JUNEAU High granite walls will surround you as you venture into Tracy Arm Fjord, weaving through the Tongass National Forest to reach the Alaskan capital of Juneau. (B, L, D)
A UNESCO World Heritage site protecting a unique eco-system of plants and animals, soak in the glacial landscape unlike anywhere else in the world. (B, L, D)
Returning through the Inside Passage, soak in the crisp air and phenomenal scenery on your final day at sea. (B, L, D)
Sailing back into Vancouver this morning, your cruise will end on arrival. (B) Your cruise comes to an end between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Note: For activities marked with an caret (^) in the day-by-day itinerary, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
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