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Essential Rockies with Alaska Cruise

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Length

14 days / 13 nights

Time on train

2 days

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April – September

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Combined small ship Alaska cruise and Rockies train trip

Marvel at the beauty of iconic Lake Louise, before a luxurious Rocky Mountaineer train journey to Vancouver. Travel to Sitka, Alaska where your small ship crew will sail you into the heart of Alaska’s wilderness. Here, a team of guides lead you into the remote bays and fjords of Alaska, with a daily menu of adventure only a small ship experience can offer.

Route map of Essential Rockies by Rail with Alaska Small Ship Cruise from Calgary to Vancouver and Alaska
Highlights of your trip

Spectacular rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer train

Choice of adventures in the Canadian Rockies

Explore beautiful Vancouver

Explore Alaska on a small ship vessel

Whale watching, glacier viewing, kayaking, hiking, and more

Expert guides, hosts, and activity coordinators on your cruise

See inside the train and cruise ship

Rocky Mountaineer train rounding a bend in the track with a mountain range in the background.

Enjoy a 2-day train journey on Rocky Mountaineer

Rocky Mountaineer is an all-daylight luxury train between the Rockies and Vancouver, with the choice of SilverLeaf or GoldLeaf service.

Sample Itinerary

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Your adventure begins – Calgary to Banff
Day 01

Your adventure begins – Calgary to Banff

Travel from Calgary to the Canadian Rocky Mountain town of Banff. Your vacation is off to the best start. We've taken care of all the details. Banff is a unique destination, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the charm of a small mountain community. Breathe deep — you’ve arrived!

Explore Banff
Day 02

Explore Banff

Fill your lungs with cool, fresh Rockies air and head out for a day of exploration. The town of Banff, established in 1885, is the main hub in Banff National Park, as well as a centre for visitor activities and cultural events.

Travel from Banff to Lake Louise
Day 03

Travel from Banff to Lake Louise

Today you travel from Banff to Lake Louise. Gaze at the turquoise-blue lake, surrounded by glacier-clad mountains. This is the picture-perfect overnight stop in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. 

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train
Day 04

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train

This morning you'll begin the first day of your Rockies train adventure onboard the Rocky Mountaineer. 

Onboard Rocky Mountaineer
Day 05

Onboard Rocky Mountaineer

Re-board the Rocky Mountaineer this morning for the second part of your train journey towards Vancouver. 

Vancouver to Sitka
Day 06

Vancouver to Sitka

Today, fly to Sitka, Alaska, to begin your cruise adventure. Sitka is Alaska’s most charming seaside town, surrounded by misty islands and soaring, snow-capped mountain peaks. Discover the influence of Tlingit, Russian, and American culture at the Cultural Center, or relax in your hotel.

Cruise embarkation from Sitka, Alaska
Day 07

Cruise embarkation from Sitka, Alaska

Feel the excitement build as you are led to your small ship vessel. Step onboard for a champagne welcome.  

Discover Alaskan wildlife
Day 08

Discover Alaskan wildlife

Your first day of adventure - drop anchor and venture off the beaten path. 

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Accommodations

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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Example of a Deluxe hotel in Lake Louise

Located in Banff National Park, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, a sparkling turquoise lake, and the impressive Victoria Glacier. Explore the area’s outstanding beauty on horseback, or paddle on the lake in a canoe.

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Celebrate an occasion

Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, graduation, or the fulfillment of a lifelong goal, our team is ready to make it a celebration to remember. From arranging a bottle of champagne to putting together a helicopter picnic for two on top of a mountain at sunset, we're ready to make your dreams a reality.

What Our Customers Say

Excellent overall rating based on 3 reviews

It was a great trip!

Choosing our favourite part of our trip is very hard, from our accommodations to the food, and the GoldLeaf service on the train was all up to a 5 star review. Great Job!

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