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Heart of the Canadian Rockies with Calgary Stampede & Alaska Cruise
19 day tour from Calgary to Vancouver
Tour Operator
Cosmos
Departures
Jul 7, 2026
–
Jul 13, 2027
Prices From
$5,409
Welcome to Calgary! More fun than a 10-gallon hat can hold, it’s no wonder the Calgary Stampede is “the greatest outdoor show on Earth.” The stampede brings the Old West to life throughout its grounds, with entertainment and exhibits, great food, world-famous Chuckwagon horse races, and the Calgary Stampede Rodeo. Continue your adventure through western Canada’s breathtaking scenery, rugged mountains, mighty rivers, and magnificent national parks. Enjoy two nights in Banff National Park, gateway to the Canadian Rockies with free time to hike, stroll by the river, enjoy the hot springs, or take an exhilarating optional helicopter ride for incredible aerial views. Spend two nights in Jasper National Park where you can join an optional excursion to see beautiful Maligne Lake and Spirit Island or take an optional float trip down the Athabasca River. Between Banff and Jasper, stop to see the amazing turquoise waters of Lake Louise then take a thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle to the Athabasca Glacier. Sail across the Strait of Georgia to Victoria where sightseeing includes the stunning floral displays at world-famous Butchart Gardens, then enjoy free time to explore this charming city on your own. Perhaps enjoy high tea at the Empress Hotel or take the optional marine wildlife & whale-watching expedition to seek out the resident pods of orca whales. Ferry across the picturesque Gulf Islands to vibrant Vancouver where sightseeing includes beloved Stanley Park and other famous landmarks. Board your Alaskan cruise ship and sail amid the emerald forests and turquoise glaciers of the spectacular Inside Passage on your way to Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan. Cruise gorgeous Glacier Bay for the chance to witness mammoth chunks of ice calving into the sea. Keep your eyes on the water for the chance to spot whales, porpoises, orcas, eagles, and more! For the value-minded traveler, this Canada vacation with the Calgary Stampede and an Alaska cruise is the trip of a lifetime!
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
CALGARY
Welcome to Calgary, home of the Calgary Stampede! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.
Day 2
CALGARY
Welcome to the Calgary Stampede—“The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.” Dust off your 10-gallon hat and mosey through the gates of Stampede Park into a world of wonder and “Wild West” ropin’-n-ridin’ with your included admission. Step back in time to experience the traditions and culture of Canadian First Nations at Elbow River Camp or sample savory and sweet Western fare at the Midway. Enjoy a wide variety of exciting talent on the many entertainment stages and head into the dazzling array of international exhibits and displays of Western art. This evening, watch the heart-stopping Chuckwagon Races in an all-out dash for the finish line, an amazing contest of nerves and horsepower. You’ll be out of your seats cheering on your favorite driver during each heat. Afterward, get ready for an outdoor stage show featuring hundreds of singers, dancers, and musicians in a lavishly produced and choreographed musical variety spectacular.
Day 3
CALGARY
Saddle up for another rip-roaring day exploring the Stampede grounds and grandstands for the famous Calgary Stampede Rodeo. Fuel up for the day’s activities by visiting Fluor Rope Square at Stephen Avenue Mall for a pancake breakfast. Return to the Stampede grounds this morning—a great opportunity to see anything you may have missed the day before. Complete your Western look with cowboy hats, shirts, or boots from one of the many vendors. Then take your seat in the grandstands for the Calgary Stampede Rodeo this afternoon and cheer on your favorite contenders. See the best of the best as they saddle up for world-class rodeo action where top riders and ropers take on the West’s wildest horses—and experience edge-or-your-seat bull riding action! Outside the ring, get in the rhythm of Western tradition with square dancing, mock gun fights, country bands, bars, restaurants, and livestock. So much to see!
Day 4
CALGARY–BANFF NATIONAL PARK
The discovery of oil converted this ranching town into a sophisticated city. Sightseeing includes downtown, Fort Calgary, Stampede Park, the Saddledome, and Canada Olympic Park. Motor west through the foothills and into Banff National Park, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies. An orientation tour highlights Banff’s unspoiled beauty.
Day 5
BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a free day in Banff, one of Canada’s favorite year-round resorts, with summer activities such as hiking, biking, and fishing. Your Tour Director will have many suggestions, including a sky-high adventure with an unforgettable optional helicopter ride for incredible views of the Canadian Rockies. If you prefer keeping your feet on the ground, join the Panoramas & Peaks* optional excursion to see breathtaking Moraine Lake in the famed Valley of the Ten Peaks. *This optional excursion begins operating in early June.
Day 6
BANFF NATIONAL PARK–LAKE LOUISE–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a day of scenic grandeur. First stop is Lake Louise, where turquoise waters create a natural mirror that reflects the surrounding mountains. Up next, a stop at the Columbia Icefield to ride the all-terrain Ice Explorer on ice measuring 750 feet thick! Continue north into Jasper National Park, where precipitous gorges, snowcapped summits, and lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as your journey scales three mountain passes. Enjoy an orientation tour of the town of Jasper upon arrival. Later, consider an optional float trip down the Athabasca River.
Day 7
JASPER NATIONAL PARK
Today, experience the magic of nature on an optional excursion to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island* where you’ll embark on a narrated cruise to learn about the area’s history, geology, flora, and fauna amid stunning scenery. The balance of the day is free to enjoy everything Jasper has to offer—from guided hikes and quaint shops to meandering wildlife. *This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June.
Day 8
JASPER NATIONAL PARK–MOUNT ROBSON–KAMLOOPS
Depart Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, which at 12,972-feet is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. The Yellowhead Highway continues south along the mighty Thompson River, with spectacular views of the Monashee Mountains. Overnight in Kamloops.
Day 9
KAMLOOPS–FERRY CROSSING–VICTORIA
Travel through British Columbia’s Cascade Mountains and the fertile Fraser Valley to the majestic Pacific coastline, where the desert landscape gives way to lush alpine forest. Board your ferry for the scenic crossing to Vancouver Island. Prior to arriving in Victoria, visit world-famous Butchart Gardens and view 55 acres of beautiful floral displays. Continue downtown and see the Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. This evening, consider a relaxing stroll along the lively Waterfront Promenade.
Day 10
VICTORIA
Today is free to explore on your own. Your Tour Director will have ideas for enjoying this most British of Canadian cities. Perhaps enjoy high tea at the Empress Hotel or choose an adventure at sea with an optional Wildlife and Whale-Watching Expedition, looking for whales, porpoises, seals, and eagles.
Day 11
VICTORIA–FERRY CROSSING–VANCOUVER
This morning, set sail across the Strait of Georgia, an arm of the Salish Sea, and through the scenic Gulf Islands. In Vancouver, city sightseeing includes the harbourfront, Stanley Park, and other famous landmarks. The remainder of the day is free to explore this vibrant city known for its incredible scenery, thriving art scene, and diverse culture. Perhaps visit Robson Street and experience British Columbia’s premier shopping and entertainment location.
Day 12
VANCOUVER (EMBARKATION)
Say goodbye to your Tour Director and embark on your cruise ship. Your package price includes Holland America’s ‘Have It All Premium Cruise Package. (D)
Day 13
SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Spend the day cruising one of the world’s most spectacular waterways. Located along the coast of British Columbia, the Inside Passage is the longest sheltered inland waterway in the world. Watch the water for orcas and humpback whales. (B,L,D)
Day 14
JUNEAU
Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on Gastineau Channel, Alaska’s capital city of Juneau features massive Mendenhall Glacier and the Juneau Icefield at its back door. Visit the rustic shops in town—or get out and kayak, raft, hike, whale watch, flightsee, or fish. With long daylight hours, the possibilities are endless. (B,L,D)
Day 15
SKAGWAY
Skagway is historically considered the gateway to the Gold Rush of 1898 when thousands of men with dreams of striking it rich poured into the city and withstood treacherous winter conditions en route to the Yukon Territory. Explore gold rush lore at the Trail of ’98 Museum or at the Red Onion Saloon, with its treasure trove of memorabilia featuring pictures of Klondike Kate, Peahull Annie, and other historic characters. Or simply walk on the boardwalks along the dirt streets and enjoy perusing the shops. (B,L,D)
Day 16
SCENIC CRUISING: GLACIER BAY
With the serene majesty of snow-flecked and forested mountains defining its shores, Glacier Bay National Park offers some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. Keep your binoculars and camera on hand as you cruise Glacier Bay to the mile-wide Margerie Glacier, where you may have a chance to witness the thrilling spectacle of ice calving. Wildlife abounds in Glacier Bay, so keep a watchful eye to catch the fluke of a humpback rise breaking the surface or a lone grizzly bear wandering a wind-swept beach. (B,L,D)
Day 17
KETCHIKAN
Named Alaska’s “First City,” Ketchikan is so named as the first major landfall for most cruisers entering the picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage. The town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain. An important hub of the salmon-fishing-and-packing industries, Ketchikan offers the opportunity to try your luck on a sport-fishing excursion, savor fresh seafood at a local restaurant, or dive into rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. (B,L,D)
Day 18
SCENIC CRUISING: INSIDE PASSAGE
Arguably one of the greatest cruising routes in the world, the Inside Passage stretches through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve. Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orca plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline. (B,L,D)
Day 19
VANCOUVER (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends this morning. Please schedule flights after noon. (B)
What's Included
Meals
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Hotels
Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel
First-Class
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
First-Class
Irwin's Mountain Inn
Superior Tourist-Class
Marmot Lodge
First-Class
Tonquin Inn
First-Class
The Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre
First-Class
Royal Scot Hotel & Suites
First-Class
Sandman Signature Vancouver Downtown Hotel
First-Class
Sandman Suites on Davie
First-Class
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Jul 07, 2026
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Jul 25, 2026
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Jul 10, 2027
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Jul 28, 2027
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Jul 13, 2027
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Jul 31, 2027
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