Welcome to Hooked on Canada escorted holidays in Alberta, British Columbia and Alaska.  On this escorted tour experience tranquil lakes, mountains and wildlife abound on this 12 or 19 day journey. Explore picturesque Vancouver before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer train to Banff. After exploring Jasper, Sun Peaks and Whistler, and seeing highlights such as Lake Louise and the Athabasca Glacier, complete your journey with a premium cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage ( 19 day trip only). This escorted tour uses the premier escorted plus format as details below.

Premier Plus Escorted Tours
Enjoy premium inclusions and the ability to tailor your journey with Freedom of Choice concept

• Enjoy stays in the finest hotels and resorts in picture-perfect destinations
• Traverse the Rocky Mountains in true comfort and style about the Rocky Mountaineer train in GoldLeaf Service with gourmet cuisine and drinks included
• Cruise through the truly spectacular Inside Passage and be spoilt in a spacious Verandah Stateroom with Holland American Line
• Freedom of Choice Touring and Dining provided in selected locations allowing you to choose the activities and restaurants that best suit you.

Available 2012 Dates
12 Day Land Tour –  UT12BEVV - April 21†, 28†; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9, 30; July 21; Aug 4, 11, 18, 25; Sep 1, 8
19 Day Land & Cruise Tour – UT19BEVV - April 21†, 28†; May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 9, 30; July 21; Aug 4, 11, 18, 25; Sep 1, 8
† Variation to itinerary

ARRIVE AND RELAX IN VANCOUVER
Day 1. Spectacular Vancouver.
Upon arrival in Vancouver you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner.
Two Night Stay: Vancouver, The Fairmont Waterfront with spectacular views. (D)

Day 2. Vancouver Sights.
Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver. The tour includes the Waterfront, the cobblestone streets of historic Gastown and Stanley Park, named one of the top ten greatest public spaces in the world. The rest of the day is at leisure (B)

ROCKY MOUNTAINEER RAIL JOURNEY
Day 3. Rocky Mountaineer.
Early today board the Rocky Mountaineer train. Enjoying GoldLeaf Service, sit back and relax in true comfort as you travel this famous railroad.
Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned by Rocky Mountaineer. Kamloops has limited accommodation (two or three-star hotels). (B,L)

Day 4. Spiral Tunnels, Banff.
Rejoining the Rocky Mountaineer, journey through vast ranchlands along the South Thompson River to Shuswap Lake. Arrive in Banff, Alberta.
Two Night Stay: The Fairmont Banff Springs, the Castle in the Rockies.   (B, L)

Day 5. Banff Sights, Freedom of Choice Touring, Dine Around Dinner.
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Banff this morning, then join your selected activity. Tonight enjoy a Dine Around Dinner at The Fairmont Banff Springs. (B, D)

GLACIERS, MOUNTAINS AND SNOWFIELDS
Day 6. Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Dine Around Dinner.
This morning, ride the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Then arrive at Lake Louise. Settle in then take a stroll with Mountain Heritage Guides. Tonight choose where to dine.
Stay: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, in Banff National Park. (B, D)

Day 7. Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Jasper, Dine Around Dinner.
Today, journey along the Icefields Parkway. Take a ride in a specially designed Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier. Tonight enjoy a Dine Around Dinner.
Stay: The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. (B, D)

Day 8. Mt Robson, Sun Peaks.
Re-entering the province of British Columbia, your journey follows the famous Yellowhead Highway. Arrive in the mountain retreat of Sun Peaks.
Stay: Delta Sun Peaks Resort. (B, D)

Day 9. Whistler.
Arrive in the alpine resort of Whistler, set in a spectacular location. After dinner, you are at leisure to explore.
Stay: Whistler, Westin Resort and Spa. (B, D)

PICTURESQUE VANCOUVER ISLAND
Day 10. Georgia Strait, Vancouver Island.
Today, take a scenic floatplane flight to Victoria (own expense). Alternatively, enjoy one of the most spectacular drives in the world, along the Sea to Sky Highway. Continue to Victoria.
Two Night Stay: Victoria, Delta Ocean Pointe Resort and Spa.  (B)

Day 11. Victoria, Butchart Gardens, Freedom of Choice Touring.
This morning, visit the world-renowned Butchart Gardens for a unique breakfast in the gardens. In the afternoon, you have your choice of touring activity in Victoria. (B, D)

ALASKAN INSIDE PASSAGE CRUISE
Day 12. Holland America Line Cruise.
Today, 12 Day passengers (UT12BEVV) depart the tour with a transfer to the airport. Take the ferry back across Georgia Strait to Vancouver where you will transfer to your Holland America Line cruise.
Seven Night Cruise: Holland America Line ship in a spacious Verandah Stateroom. (B, D)

Day 13. Cruising the Inside Passage.
Enjoy a full day at sea. Relax and absorb the incredible scenery.   (B, L, D)

Day 14. Juneau.
Your cruise ship arrives in Juneau, Alaska’s pretty capital since 1906. Located at the foot of grand mountain peaks on the Gastineau Channel, and with the massive Mendenhall Glacier and Juneau Icefields at its back door, Juneau is a stunning place to explore. (B, L, D)

Day 15. Skagway.
Today you’ll check in to the port of Skagway, at the northernmost point of the Inside Passage.   (B, L, D)

Day 16. Glacier Bay.
This morning, awake to the breathtaking sight of Glacier Bay National Park with its rivers of ice.   (B, L, D)

Day 17. Ketchikan.
Located along the shores of Tongass Narrows, Ketchikan offers a range of attractions to discover, including Creek Street, the Tongass Historical Museum, Totem Bight State Park and Saxman Village. Ketchikan is also widely known as the salmon capital of the world.    (B, L, D)

Day 18. The Inside Passage.
Heading south through the Inside Passage, watch the glorious landscape slip past.  (B, L, D)

Day 19. Vancouver.
Arrive back in Vancouver this morning. After disembarkation, transfer to the airport for your flight home.    (B)

FREEDOM OF CHOICE TOURING
Banff – choose from a range of seven activities, from Heli Flightseeing to The Willow Spa, a Bow River float trip or a cruise on Lake Minnewanka. A tour of the spectacular town itself is on offer, or why not enjoy a few rounds at The Fairmont Banff Springs golf course.
Victoria – a selection of seven different tour experiences is on offer, including a Traditional Afternoon Tea and Whale Watching. See the beautiful area from the sky in a seaplane, or take a tour on foot or by horse-drawn carriage

DINE AROUND DINNERS – in Banff, at Lake Louise and Jasper
Enjoy three gourmet meals a day on your Holland America Line Cruise

 APT GOLD VIP UPGRADE
Features include: Fairmont Gold Rooms at Vancouver, Banff, Lake Louise; Deluxe Rooms at The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Verandah Suite on your HAL cruise.

Tariff 2012 - prices per person in double room - please call for single prices

This trip has special terms
Cancellation
75 days or more                loss of deposit
46-75  days                          50% of fare
45 days or less                   100% of fare
Handling fee for changes of bookings £35 per person.
Deposit £800 per person, bookings made within 90 days of departure the full amount is required at time of booking

How to get there
By plane to Vancouver airport

Departure transfer – onward flight to depart no earlier than 1 pm (UT19BEVV) or 3 pm (UT12BEVV).

Map of Tour

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