The Ultimate Canada And New England Adventure

Enjoy a free day to explore on your own terms. This is the perfect opportunity to soak up the French culture and taste the local cuisine.

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Visit Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory for a tour and tasting.

This morning, cross the border into the USA and travel to Waterbury. Later, continue to the mountain resort town of Stowe in Vermont.

Stay: Stowe, Golden Eagle Resort

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After breakfast, journey to Concord via the rugged White Mountains. Enjoy leisure time before heading for the city of Boston later today. There is time to settle into your hotel before dinner tonight.

Stay: Two Nights, Courtyard Boston Downtown

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Tour Boston today, world-renowned for its strong links to sport, history, music and cuisine. Along with a proud Irish heritage, Boston boasts many impressive landmarks. After your tour, enjoy an afternoon at leisure to make your own discoveries and to perhaps dine at a local restaurant.

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Stay at The Sea Crest Beach Hotel.

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This evening, enjoy a delicious clambake on the beach.

Board a ferry from Boston to Provincetown, Cape Cod. Explore this eastern peninsula before arriving at Sea Crest.

Stay: Cape Cod, Sea Crest Beach Hotel

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Today, your journey continues to the city of Philadelphia via Newport. Here you will visit a pocket of beautifully preserved historic mansions, each with their own unique style.

Stay: Philadelphia, Hotel

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Tonight you’re invited to enjoy a traditional Amish feast.

This morning’s tour of Philadelphia or ‘Philly’ unpacks a treasure trove of early American history. Later today, continue to Lancaster County, home to the religious Amish and Mennonite communities.

Stay: Lancaster, Hotel

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On a tour of local Amish communities this morning, you’ll gain a fascinating insight into their culture, faith and traditional way of life. Then journey to the capital Washington DC, the nation’s political powerhouse and home to a collection of some of America’s finest landmarks.

Stay: Two Nights, Washington DC, Hotel

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Take in the US capital’s sights on a city tour, for highlights including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the United States Capitol Building and the FBI Headquarters. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you wish.

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Arrive in arguably the world’s most famous city today. Where no visit would be complete without a tour of New York City’s iconic Empire State Building for sweeping views across this bustling metropolis. Explore New York City from the convenience of The Empire Hotel, right in the heart of the Big Apple.

Stay: Two Nights, New York City, The Empire Hotel

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Enjoy breakfast at a traditional New York City diner.

A city sightseeing tour this morning ensures you’ll cover the Big Apple’s many highlights. This afternoon, enjoy time to make your own discoveries before a Farewell Dinner at your hotel tonight.

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Fly to Vancouver (not included) to be met and transferred to your hotel for a Welcome Reception.

Stay: Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel

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Watch for bears and enjoy a delicious breakfast at Grouse Mountain.

Later today, fall in love with the beautiful city of Vancouver and get to know some of its most vibrant areas and best-loved attractions on a fascinating sightseeing tour.

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Board the Rocky Mountaineer, one of the world’s most famous rail journeys. See the Spiral Tunnels, as well as Kicking Horse Canyon, before arriving in the city of Kamloops late this afternoon.

Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned by Rocky Mountaineer

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Reboard the Rocky Mountaineer as you continue your spectacular rail adventure today. Follow the North Thompson River past rolling landscapes before ascending through the majestic scenery of the Monashee Mountains. Journey onward past Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Alberta Icefields. Then head past Mt Robson, which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, before traversing the Yellowhead Pass and entering Jasper National Park, one of Canada’s oldest and largest national parks. Tonight, enjoy free time to explore and perhaps sample the local fare in one of Jasper’s restaurants.

Stay: Two Nights, Chateau Jasper

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Savour a delicious BBQ dinner at Jasper Park Stables.

After breakfast today, you have the full day to relax or explore Jasper. Perhaps opt for one of the select experiences available. You might like to take in the sights on a unique and exhilarating Harley Davidson side-car tour, embark on a thrilling rafting adventure along the Athabasca River or enjoy a memorable evening wildlife experience (own expense).

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This morning, travel to the glacier-fed Moraine Lake (weather permitting), where the lake’s surrounds and turquoise waters offer picture-perfect vistas. This afternoon, make your way to Banff National Park to explore Banff town on a sightseeing tour, and ride the Banff Gondola along Sulphur Mountain for expansive views of the surrounding region.

Stay: Two Nights, Banff Park Lodge

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After breakfast, enjoy today at leisure to explore more of this beautiful alpine resort at your own pace. If you’re after adventure, then why not choose from a range of select experiences available to you today. Consider joining a heli-flightseeing tour for aerial views of this breathtaking region. Perhaps watch for local wildlife on an exhilarating Bow River float trip or why not set off on a Banff Experience tour (own expense).

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Learn about Canada’s indigenous culture on a walk and a First Nations-inspired dinner at Quaaout Lodge and Spa.

Descend from the Rockies via the beautiful Yoho National Park, then continue to Little Shuswap Lake. Gain an insight into the history of Canada’s indigenous culture on an interpretive walk and enjoy a First Nations-inspired dinner.

Stay: Quaaout Lodge & Spa

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Today is yours at leisure to explore this outdoor enthusiasts’ paradise however you wish. Nestled in the picturesque setting of the Coast Mountains, Whistler is the perfect base from which to discover this wilderness region. Perhaps choose one of the select experiences available today. You might like to take an enthralling floatplane flight, tour Blackcomb Mountain on a Jeep Safari, or head up to the snow-line of Whistler Mountain by 4x4 or snowcat. Other options include a gondola ride, an informative Tree Trek, a zip trek or an exhilarating helicopter flight (own expense).

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On your journey south to Victoria this morning, travel along the Sea to Sky Highway for breathtaking views. Along the way, stop at Shannon Falls, which towers above the Howe Sound, North America’s southernmost fjord, before taking a ferry ride across the Georgia Strait. Alternatively, you may prefer to experience the region’s natural beauty from the skies on a floatplane flight from Whistler to Victoria (own expense).

Stay: Two Nights, Victoria, Marriott Inner Harbour

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Visit The Butchart Gardens for a Farewell Dinner.

Enjoy time at leisure today or if you’d prefer to explore further afield, consider choosing from one of the select experiences available to you. Perhaps embark on an exhilarating whale-watching cruise or enjoy a leisurely horse-drawn carriage tour to discover some of Victoria’s many attractions (own expense).

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After breakfast at your hotel, travel to Vancouver and board your Holland America Line ship for your Alaskan Inside Passage cruise. Enjoy time to settle in before dinner on board this evening.

Stay: Seven Nights, Holland America Line’s ms Nieuw Amsterdam

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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.

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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).

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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 view some of the fascinating local wildlife (own expense).

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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 will join you on board to impart their knowledge, explaining the geological wonders and diverse wildlife found in this remarkable region.

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Arrive today in the Alaskan town of Ketchikan, which is renowned for its idyllic scenery, rich Alaskan Native culture, and is regarded as the salmon capital of the world. Here, you will have free time to relax and explore the town at your leisure. Alternatively, perhaps choose to join a walking tour of the town or learn about the history of Tlingit culture at Saxman Native Village (own expense). Where you’ll be captivated by the collection of Native American totem poles on display.

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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.

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Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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