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The Canadian Rail & Luxury Alaskan Voyage with Explora Journeys

Itineraries to Inspire

17 Days / 16 Nights of a Curated Coast-to-Coast Masterpiece

This ultimate Canadian and Alaskan voyage is designed for travellers who want to experience the absolute pinnacle of North American travel with total effortless luxury. Seamlessly combining iconic rail travel with a luxury ocean journey, you'll move from the high-energy skyline of Toronto to the glacier-carved fjords of the Last Frontier. With no driving stress and premium logistics taken care of, this itinerary offers urban style, majestic alpine peaks, and an all-suite, all-inclusive cruise experience.

The Itinerary At A Glance

1. Days 1–3: Cosmopolitan Toronto & Niagara: 3 Nights.

Arrive in Toronto and transfer to your luxury downtown hotel. Spend your opening days soaking up the energy of Canada’s cultural capital, famed for its world-class theatre district, walkable neighbourhoods, and celebrated culinary scene.

On Day 2, a private day excursion takes you down the scenic peninsula to witness the thunderous roar of Niagara Falls up close. Afterwards, escape to the tranquil, 19th-century streets and boutique vineyards of nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake for a private estate wine tasting before returning to the city.

2. Days 4–6: Alpine Splendour in Banff: Flight & Transfer. 3 Nights.

Leave Ontario behind as you take a domestic flight across the prairies to Calgary, the gateway to the Rockies. A private transfer will whisk you straight up into the mountains to the storybook town of Banff for a spectacular three-night stay.

Spend your time surrounded by towering peaks and emerald lakes. Explore the pristine wilderness of the national park, take a breathtaking gondola ride to an alpine summit for 360-degree views, or relax in the town’s upscale boutiques and thermal hot springs.

3. Days 7–8: The Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver: The Rocky Mountaineer. 2 Nights.

Board the legendary Rocky Mountaineer for a world-class, two-day rail journey to the Pacific Coast. Travelling in premium luxury, you will glide past scenery inaccessible by car - including roaring river canyons, dramatic mountain passes, and pristine forests.

Enjoy panoramic views through a glass-domed coach, accompanied by gourmet storytelling, fine regional wines, and locally sourced meals served on board. Break overnight in a comfortable hotel mid-journey before arriving on Day 8 into the coastal metropolis of Vancouver.

4. Day 9: Vibrant Vancouver: Pre-Cruise Stay. 1 Night.

Enjoy a relaxing day and night in Vancouver, one of the world's most liveable cities. Framed beautifully by the Pacific Ocean and the snow-capped Coast Mountains, you can spend your time strolling or cycling the iconic waterfront seawall at Stanley Park, exploring the artisan food markets of Granville Island, or relaxing before your cruise.

5. Days 10–16: Luxury Alaskan Cruise (Roundtrip Vancouver): Explora Journeys. 7 Nights.

Transfer to the cruise terminal and step aboard your Explora Journeys ocean sanctuary - a luxury, all-suite ship designed with the intimate feel of a private yacht. Set sail through the breathtaking, glassy waters of the Inside Passage.

Over the next seven nights, your clients will experience the raw beauty of Alaska in total indulgence. Watch for humpback whales and orcas from the ship’s expansive decks, glide past calming blue ice glaciers, and explore historic ports of call such as Ketchikan, Juneau, and Sitka. On board, you'll enjoy an all-inclusive ocean lifestyle featuring world-class dining across multiple sophisticated restaurants, unlimited fine beverages, an extensive thermal spa, and unparalleled European service.

6. Day 17: Return to Vancouver: Disembarkation & Homeward Bound.

Glide back into Vancouver's scenic harbour in the morning. After a final breakfast on board, disembark the ship where a private transfer will carry you to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.

Gallery

Moraine Lake in Banff National Park
Aerial View of Toronto
Ontario Lake, Toronto
Toronto's Skyline
Outside of Toronto
Flat Iron Building in Toronto
Niagara Falls from above
Boat Trip, Niagara Falls
Banff Town Centre
Banff at Night
The Rocky Mountaineer
Inside the Rocky Mountaineer's Glass-Dome Coach
Cruise Ship Deck, Explora Journeys
Ketchikan Alaska
Juneau, Alaska
Lower Dewey Lake, Skagway, Alaska
Sitka, Alaska
Skagway Alaska
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