Vancouver Holidays

This itinerary is ideal for travellers who have limited holiday time, but want to see as many of western Canada’s highlights as possible.

Self-Drive Mountain Express

Journeying from sky to sea you will travel through craggy Rocky Mountain passes and tour Pacific coastlines with stunning vistas of fjords and glacial valleys.

Western Journey

A "Two-Nation Holiday", combining motor coach and cruising attractions in a week long exploration of the Pacific Northwest. Begin in Vancouver, Canada’s gateway to the pacific, stroll through the wonders of Victoria and then set sail for the "Emerald City" of Seattle. This holiday is a comfortable and exhilarating introduction to the beauty of Pacific Coast lifestyles.

Pacific City Lights

This itinerary combines a 3 night Vancouver city package followed by 7 night Alaskan Cruise. You start with a city sightseeing tour and visit some of Vancouver’s landmarks, including Gastown, Chinatown and Stanley Park. Discover the charming provincial capital of Victoria, and visit the acclaimed Butchart Gardens on a full-day excursion before returning by floatplane on a scenic flight over the beautiful waters of the Strait of Georgia. Your cruise is with Celebrity for 7 nights and includes the Inside passage, Juneau, Hubbard Glacier and Ketchikan.

Vancouver Experience & Alaskan Cruise

Beautiful Vancouver is the starting point for this two-week circular tour that showcases the national parks of the Canadian Rockies.

Self-Drive Great Parks Of The West

On this holiday, venture from Jasper down the Icefields Parkway; a remarkable journey. Ranked amongst the most scenic in the world, this route travels along the Continental Divide, following the mighty mountain rivers of the Athabasca, the Sunwapta, the North Saskatchewan, Mistaya and finally the Bow River.

Lakes & Mountains Westbound

This 8 night Rockies tour is perfect for people who would like a more independent touring experience. Visit all the key Canadian Rocky locations at your leisure by car before boarding the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train journey for 2 days from Jasper to Vancouver, enjoy cosmopolitan Vancouver for 2 nights.

Planes, Trains & Automobiles

Experience the "Best of the West" on this magnificent journey through the world’s most photographed landmarks-the national parks of the Canadian Rockies.

Self-Drive Western Wonders

Explore the two neighbouring provinces of Alberta and British Columbia, and enjoy the lively sights of Calgary, Banff and Jasper National Parks, the interior of British Columbia as well as the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. The Rocky Mountaineer train will bring you through a dramatically-changing countryside while travelling through valleys, canyons and mountain passes. In both Vancouver and the Rockies, local sightseeing tours are included to enhance the experience.

Mountain Rails

Long Beach is located beside Tofino and is best known for its incredible beaches and rugged headlands. Each spring, over 20,000 grey whales migrate through the park waters. The Wickaninnish Centre is an interpretive centre located at the water’s edge and should be visited to learn about the park’s marine ecology, the ocean and the forest environment.

Self-Drive Vancouver Island Adventure

Explore hundreds of miles of gigantic forests, crystal-clear lakes and snow-capped mountains of Western Canada, taking in the highlights of Vancouver and Victoria.

Self-Drive Totem Peaks

The Rocky Mountains are your gateway to Canada. Experience hot springs, glacial ice fields - and breathtaking views of soaring peaks. Journey over rolling foothills and through interior canyons and discover the frontier legends of homesteaders, cowboys, and gold seekers.

Rockies Trail

This 11 night holiday combines 2 days on the Rocky Mountaineer, a 7 night Alaskan Cruise with a night stay in Banff, Kamloops and 2 nights in Vancouver at an amazing price.

11 Night Rocky Mountaineer Rail & Alaskan Cruise

7 Night Escorted Tour and 7 Night Cruise from an amazing £1999 per person. Journeying from sky to sea you will travel through craggy Rocky Mountain passes and tour Pacific coastlines with stunning vistas of fjords and glacial valleys before your cruise to Alaska from Vancouver aboard Holland America’s Zuiderdam, you will see the Inside Passage, Tracey Arm, Glacier Bay with visits to Juneau, Skagway and Kectchikan.

Western Journey & Alaskan Cruise

This 15 night Rockies tour and Alaskan cruise holiday is perfect for people who would like a more independent touring experience. Visit all the key Canadian Rocky locations before boarding the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train journey for 2 days from Jasper to Vancouver, enjoy cosmopolitan Vancouver for 2 nights before embarking on your 7 night Alaska cruise aboard the Celebrity Century.

Ultimate Mountains and Glaciers Adventure

This 15 night Rockies tour and Alaskan cruise holiday is perfect for people who would like a more independent touring experience. Visit all the key Canadian Rocky locations at your leisure by car before boarding the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train journey for 2 days from Jasper to Vancouver, enjoy cosmopolitan Vancouver for 2 nights before embarking on your 7 night Alaska cruise aboard the Celebrity Century.

Planes, Trains, Automobiles & Cruise Ships

From Calgary, join the Rocky Mountaineer for a two day train trip over epic scenery before stopping off in Vancouver for 2 nights before joining the Holland America ms Volendam, which cruises along the Inside Passage, past countless islands and fjords to icy Alaska.

11 Night Rockies Journey & Alaskan Cruise

2013 Now on Sale! Take time to enjoy the best of the Canadian Rockies. This slower-paced tour, includes a relaxing two-night stay in each resort as well as two full days to be spent at your leisure.

Canadian Rockies At Leisure

Discover the unrivaled natural wonder of breathtaking British Columbia and Alberta. You’ll experience beautiful ocean vistas, soaring mountain peaks, plunging valleys and crystal-clear lakes.

Rocky Roundup

It’s all rail, all the time, with this ultimate journey through the dramatic scenery of Canada’s West, on three of Rocky Mountaineer’s routes including the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb. This vacation also includes two nights in Jasper and a Jasper Highlights Tour.

Classic Rail Circle

2013 Early Booking Offer - Free Upgrade to Oceanview stateroom, Balcony Cabins from only £199 per person Start your adventure in the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver before you embark on an amazing 7 night Alaskan Cruise on the NCL Sun. After your Alaskan cruise you have one more night in Vancouver before boarding the award winning Rocky Mountaineer train to Jasper. From here you will enjoy a Rockies Discover tour from Jasper to Banff which includes the Athabasca Glacier, Icefields Parway and a visit to Lake Louise before arriving in Banff.

Rockies Adventure with Alaskan Cruise

This programme offers lively urban centres, remote wilderness destinations and the unrivalled beauty of Vancouver Island’s scenery.

Self-Drive Whales, Bears & Vancouver Island

From Banff, join the Rocky Mountaineer for a two day train trip over epic scenery before stopping off at Vancouver and Seattle before joining the Norwegian Jewel, which cruises along the Inside Passage, past countless islands and fjords to icy Alaska.

Alaskan Vista by Rail & Cruise NCL Jewel

Take time to enjoy the best of the Canadian Rockies. This slower-paced tour includes a relaxing two-night stay in each resort as well as two full days to be spent at your leisure.

Canadian Rockies At Leisure

Explore the two neighbouring provinces of Alberta and British Columbia, and enjoy the lively sights of Calgary, Banff and Jasper National Parks, the interior of British Columbia as well as the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver. The Rocky Mountaineer train will bring you through a dramatically-changing countryside while travelling through valleys, canyons and mountain passes. In both Vancouver and the Rockies, local sightseeing tours are included to enhance the experience. Departing from Vancouver, you travel by ship northward along the Canadian Pacific coastline into the fjords and inlets of Alaska.

Mountain Rails & Alaskan Cruise

Fly from Vancouver to Vancouver Island and on by floatplane to the remote and beautiful wildlife centre of Knight Inlet Lodge from where you start looking for bears. This is a totally unforgettable journey into the wilds of Western Canada.

Bear Watching on Vancouver Island

A classic route, featuring breathtaking scenery in the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta.

Self-Drive Mountain Country

A wonderful opportunity to experience a wide variety of quintessential western landscapes and lifestyles, unforgettable wildlife viewing and personal adventure.

Self-Drive Western Explorer

This holiday features travel on the Rocky Mountaineer Fraser Discovery Route and the Whistler Mountaineer. This slower-paced tour allows you time to explore the three popular Rocky Mountain destinations of Jasper, Banff and Lake Louise at leisure.

Northern Rockies At Leisure

This tour incorporates the Whistler Sea to Sky Climb and Rainforest to Gold Rush routes, and the most memorable attractions of the Canadian Rockies including two nights in Jasper and a Jasper Highlights Tour.

Northern Explorer

From cosmopolitan Vancouver to quaint Victoria to breathtaking Banff, this tour will truly show you the Best of Canada’s West. Stroll through the cobblestone streets of Gastown, revel among the fragrant flowers of Butchart Gardens and capture a perfect photograph at Lake Louise. Discover the vibrant cities and scenic vistas that make up Canada’s West.

Best of Canada’s West

This rail journey invites you to travel in luxury from Toronto’s urban excitement, through a spellbinding diversity of landscapes to Vancouver, a metropolitan gem on the Pacific coast.

Trans Canada by Rail

All aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train for a scenic journey through British Columbia and Alberta, arriving in Jasper for views of the incredible Maligne Canyon. Marvel at the massive Athabasca Glacier on the Columbia Icefield, take in the postcard-perfect view of Surprise Corner in Banff and enjoy the splendour of Butchart Gardens in Victoria. This is a first class tour, with transatlantic schedule flights, transfers, superior hotels, 2 days on the Rocky Mountaineer, deluxe motorcoach transportation and the services of an expert Tour Director all included in the price

Rockies Panorama

Take your time and really explore Western Canada. Stay at the most quaint Bed & Breakfast accommodations. Don’t forget the enjoy the scenery along the way!

Self-Drive Western Canada Bed & Breakfast Loop

2013 Now On Sale!! This is one of our most popular tours, starting in Calgary and ending up in picturesque Vancouver, and combines all the must-see attractions of the Canadian Rockies with a two-day rail trip on the Rocky Mountaineer.

Western Explorer + Cruise

A complete rail experience, featuring three different rail routes, together with the highlights of the Canadian Rockies and two nights in the resort town of Whistler.

Grand Rail Circle

2013 Now on Sale! Take time to enjoy the best of the Canadian Rockies. This slower-paced tour includes a relaxing two-night stay in each resort as well as two full days to be spent at your leisure. After Vancouver embark on 7 night Holland America Alaskan Cruise.

Canadian Rockies At Leisure & Alaskan Cruise

Make one of the world’s great journeys, travelling from the Pacific Coast to the Canadian east. This is a first class tour, with transatlantic schedule flights, transfers, superior hotels, deluxe motorcoach transportation and the services of an expert Tour Director all included in the price.

Trans-Canadian Adventure

Experience the natural beauty of Canada where spectacular scenery appears at every bend. Rolling ranchland turns to mountain peaks and wild canyons change to brilliant ocean shorelines.

The Canadiana

Canada, a country built by rail. What better way to explore it than by train? This tour will take you between Toronto and Vancouver, with a visit to Niagara Falls and the mountain towns of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper included along the way.

Trans-Canada Rail Adventure

Explore “our home and native land” from the Atlantic Coast to the Pacific Coast, featuring all the highlights in-between, on this cross-country journey of Canada.

Coast to Coast by Rail