Grand Canada, Alaska Adventure & Best of the East

Welcome to Canada. On arrival at Toronto International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your downtown hotel. This evening, join a pre-tour briefing.

Today, see one of the most spectacular natural sights of North America as you visit the incredible Niagara Falls. Board a thrilling cruise to the foot of Horseshoe Falls. Get up close to one of the most amazing waterfalls in the world as you feel the mist washing over you. Visit the historic and beautifully preserved village of Niagara-on-the-Lake, before returning to Toronto. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner. (B/D)

Travel up University Avenue to take in the sights of Ontario’s Parliament Buildings, Queens Park and museum row. Travel east following Lake Ontario to Kingston, the gateway to the beautiful Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River. Board your vessel for a cruise of one of the most picturesque areas in Eastern Canada. Continue to Canada’s national capital, Ottawa. (B/D)

This morning, our local guide joins us for a tour of Ottawa, famous for its stately boulevards, imposing buildings and tulip filled gardens during spring. See the green-peaked roofs of the Parliament Buildings, City Hall and the National Gallery.

Arrive in Québec City in the afternoon and meet our local guide for a tour of The Plains of Abraham, the Citadel and Parliament buildings. Later, embark on a walking tour within the walls of the Vieux Carré (Old City) and visit Lower Town. (B)

Québec City is one of the world’s most historical and fascinating cities. Spend the day exploring the quaint streets and ancient buildings and getting to know the local food and people. (B/D)

• DiscoverMORE A range of DiscoverMORE excursions and experiences will be available (extra expense)

Set off on a picturesque journey along the legendary Chemin du Roy (King’s Road), Canada’s oldest and most storied highway. Discover the postcard-perfect village of Deschambault, nestled along the majestic St. Lawrence River, then savor authentic local flavors at a classic Québécois sugar shack. Finish the day in vibrant Montréal, the quintessentially French city perched on an island in the heart of the St. Lawrence—where European charm meets North American energy. (B/L)

• EmeraldPLUS Enjoy French Canadian country charm and hospitality and learn how to make maple candy, then partake in a delicious lunch that showcases the local country cuisine.

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Montréal, viewing St. Joseph’s Oratory, Notre Dame Cathedral and views of the city skyline from the parklands of Mount Royal. (B/D)

• DiscoverMORE A range of DiscoverMORE excursions and experiences will be available (extra expense)

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Vancouver (flight not included). (B/D)

Set off on a sightseeing tour of Vancouver including Stanley Park, famous for its totem poles, the waterfront and Gastown. Visit Capilano Suspension Bridge Park suspended 70-metres above the river. (B)

Set off on a two-day rail experience on ‘The Most Spectacular Train Journey in the World.’ Settle back in your SilverLeaf carriage (upgrade to GoldLeaf at additional expense). (B/L)

Continue your journey into the soaring, rugged snow-capped mountains. Arrive in Banff, the quintessential Rocky Mountains town. (B/L)

Free day to enjoy the delightful township of Banff. (B/D)

• DiscoverMORE Ride the Banff Gondola or relax on a float trip along the river (extra expense).

Enjoy a tour of Banff including the Bow River and Bow Falls. Continue to Lake Louise, the “Diamond in the Wilderness.” and enjoy some free time. Travel to Emerald Lake, so named because of the vibrant colour of its glacier-fed waters. (B/D)

Travel north along the Icefields Parkway, acclaimed as one of the most incredible journeys in the world. Stop at the Columbia Icefield and climb aboard the ‘Ice Explorer’ for a journey onto Athabasca Glacier. (B/D)

• EmeraldPLUS While enjoying dinner, join us for a fun evening of heartfelt stories with a charming theatre production, “From Jasper with Love.”

Journey past ice age glaciers, waterfalls, and mountain peaks before arriving at the shores of the South Thompson River. (B/D)

Travel through scenic landscapes and the Thompson and Fraser rivers past the town of Lillooet, to the charming alpine resort of Whistler. (B)

Today, travel along the Sea to Sky Highway stopping at Shannon Falls. Later, cruise through the Georgia Strait to Vancouver Island. (B)

This morning, visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a 22-hectare showplace of magnificent, colourful gardens. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation tour of Victoria’s Inner Harbour. (B/D)

• DiscoverMORE Take a horse and carriage ride or go whale watching (extra expense)

Today, join your Tour Director and fellow travel companions as you board your Princess Cruise for a seven-night Alaskan journey. Check into your comfortable Ocean View Stateroom (upgrade to Balcony Stateroom at additional expense) and settle in for an unforgettable voyage through the famed Inside Passage. Your Emerald Tour Director will be on hand throughout your Alaska cruise and land journey ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. (B/D)

Spend the day cruising the Inside Passage, one of the world’s most breathtaking waterways. (B/L/D)

Welcome to the salmon capital of the world. (B/L/D)

Alaska's capital is surrounded by the Gastineau Channel, glaciers and Icefields. (B/L/D)

Skagway’s colourful past is carefully preserved in the Klondike Gold Rush National Historic Park. (B/L/D)

Hubbard Glacier, often called the "Galloping Glacier," is a massive and fast-moving tidewater glacier located in eastern Alaska. Spanning around 122 kilometers and plunging 365 meters into Disenchantment Bay. (B/L/D)

Within Prince William Sound lies College Fjord and its collection of glaciers, some of which dwarf even the largest of cruise ships. (B/L/D)

Disembark in Whittier and travel on the “Direct to the Wilderness” train to Talkeetna. (B/D)

Today, explore Talkeetna at your leisure. (B)

• DiscoverMORE Chulitna Gorge jet-boat adventure, or experience a Denali Flight Experience (extra expense)

Get an authentic glimpse into rural Alaskan lifestyle on the Husky Homestead tour. This evening, enjoy the Music of Denali Dinner Show. (B/D)

Join a wilderness tour and witness the fascinating landscape and wildlife. (B)

Continue your journey into the heart of the last frontier, Fairbanks. Board an authentic steam wheeler for an afternoon cruise. (B/D)

Transfer to Fairbanks Airport for your homeward flight.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Tours cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Please note: Preview itinerary subject to change. (B)