How much does it cost?

From £7,999 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $10,805 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.

Is train travel included?

Yes. The package includes all rail travel on the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Vancouver in SilverLeaf Class glass-domed cars, as well as all coach connections during the escorted portion and transfers to and from airports.

Is this trip escorted or independent?

It is escorted by a Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager from Calgary through Vancouver (Days 1 to 8). From Day 9 onboard the Azamara Pursuit, you travel as independent cruise passengers.

What is included in the cruise portion?

All meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner every day; complimentary beer, wine, selected standard spirits and soft drinks; onboard entertainment each evening; tips and gratuities onboard; and complimentary AzAmazing Experiences.

What hotels are used?

The Elk and Avenue in Banff (2 nights), The Crimson Jasper in Jasper (2 nights), Century Plaza in Vancouver (3 nights) and a local hotel in Kamloops (1 night). All are 3-star properties.

Are flights included?

Yes, return flights from London Heathrow to Calgary and Vancouver to London Heathrow are included.

Great Rail Journeys · Tour & Ocean Cruise

Rocky Mountaineer Tour & Icy Strait, Ketchikan Cruise

20-day Rocky Mountaineer and Alaskan cruise from Calgary to Victoria

Great Rail Journeys' 20-day holiday pairs a guided escorted tour through Canada's Rocky Mountains with an 11-night luxury cruise through Alaska's Inside Passage. The journey begins in Calgary and follows the Icefields Parkway to Jasper, taking in the Columbia Icefield, Athabasca Glacier and Maligne Lake, before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer train in glass-domed SilverLeaf Class cars for a two-day journey through the Canadian Rockies to Vancouver. After three days exploring Vancouver including Stanley Park and Chinatown, you transfer to the five-star Azamara Pursuit, sailing through scenic fjords to ports in Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point and Wrangell. The package suits couples and repeat rail travellers seeking an extended luxury experience, photographers drawn to glacier landscapes and wildlife, and those comfortable with a mix of guided escorted days and independent cruise exploration. All meals, drinks onboard, flights, a Tour Manager escort and gratuities are included.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at £7,999 every time.

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 3 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

The 28th July 2027 departure operates a different 8-night cruise itinerary with different ports on Days 13 to 16 (Icy Strait Point, Haines, Hubbard Glacier and Valdez instead of Juneau, Skagway, Icy Strait Point and Wrangell), ending in Seward on Day 17.
Offshore excursions in Alaska ports are not included and are payable onboard.
The single supplement is GBP 13,999, more than double the per-person double occupancy rate, reflecting a substantial surcharge for solo travellers.
Only one departure is currently listed for July 2027.

Day by day

Day 1railovernight: Banff
Flying to Canada
Meet the Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager at London Heathrow before flying to Canada. On arrival in Calgary, continue by coach to Banff, checking in to the hotel for two nights. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free to explore.
Day 2overnight: Banff
Banff National Park
Ride the Banff Gondola nearly 7,500 feet above sea level to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for breathtaking views of Banff National Park, then explore the discovery centre or stroll the boardwalk. Afternoon free in Banff; dine together in a local restaurant this evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3overnight: Jasper
Across the Icefields Parkway to Jasper
Journey by coach to Jasper along the Icefields Parkway, stopping at Lake Louise and the Columbia Icefield to ride Ice Explorer vehicles onto the Athabasca Glacier, with a stop at Athabasca Falls. Arrive in Jasper for a two-night stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4overnight: Jasper
Jasper & Maligne Lake
Explore Jasper National Park and cruise Maligne Lake, the largest glacier-fed lake in the Canadian Rockies, taking in views of Spirit Island and watching for wildlife. Afternoon free in Jasper.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5overnight: Kamloops
Rocky Mountaineer to Kamloops
Board the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Class for the first of two daylight journeys, passing Castle Mountain, the Kicking Horse Pass, the Spiral Tunnels and Yoho National Park en route to a night in Kamloops.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6overnight: Vancouver
Rocky Mountaineer to the Pacific Coast
Continue on the Rocky Mountaineer through the Thompson and Fraser Canyons past Hell's Gate, arriving in Vancouver and checking in to a hotel near Downtown and the harbour. Free evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7overnight: Vancouver
Sightseeing in Vancouver
Guided sightseeing tour of Gastown, Chinatown and Stanley Park, viewing the Seawall and totem poles. Afternoon free; regroup for dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8overnight: Vancouver
A free day in Vancouver
A full free day to explore Vancouver independently, options include the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, Lynn Canyon Park, the Museum of Anthropology or the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9overnight: Azamara Pursuit (at sea)
Boarding your cruise ship in Vancouver
Transfer to the Azamara ship, say farewell to the Tour Manager and are welcomed onboard. All meals and a house drinks package are included as the ship sails into the Salish Sea.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10overnight: Azamara Pursuit (at sea)
Through the Inside Passage to Alaska
A full day at sea sailing towards Alaska, admiring fjords, snow-capped mountains and glacial waters, with onboard entertainment in the Cabaret Lounge in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11overnight: Azamara Pursuit
Ketchikan: First City of Alaska
Arrive in Ketchikan, the 'salmon capital of the world'. Wander Creek Street and optionally visit the Totem Heritage Center.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12overnight: Azamara Pursuit
Tlingit heritage in Klawock
Dock in Klawock on Prince of Wales Island; visit Klawock Totem Park for insight into Tlingit heritage, with opportunities to spot wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13overnight: Azamara Pursuit
Juneau – Alaska's state capital
Visit Alaska's state capital, accessible only by air or sea. Options include the Alaska State Museum or the Mount Roberts Tramway. Note: the 28th July departure docks at Icy Strait Point instead of Juneau (8-night alternate cruise itinerary ending in Seward).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14railovernight: Azamara Pursuit
Gold Rush history in Skagway
Dock in Skagway, a Gold Rush-era frontier town at the end of the White Pass & Yukon Railroad, with historic boardwalks and the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Note: the 28th July departure docks in Haines instead.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15overnight: Azamara Pursuit
Icy Strait Point
Arrive at Icy Strait Point near the Tlingit village of Hoonah; opportunities to spot humpback whales, orcas and sea lions, visit the restored cannery or meet local artists. Note: the 28th July departure docks in Hubbard Glacier instead.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16overnight: Azamara Pursuit
Seeking bears in Wrangell
Explore Wrangell, one of Alaska's oldest settlements; options include the Stikine River, Anan Wildlife Observatory (black bears, bald eagles) and Petroglyph Beach. Note: the 28th July departure docks in Valdez instead.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17overnight: Azamara Pursuit (at sea)
Sailing towards Victoria
A day at sea sailing towards Victoria, with spa treatments, speciality dining and evening entertainment. Note: on the 28th July departure the ship docks in Seward instead, where the cruise ends and guests fly home to the UK, landing on Day 18.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 18overnight: Azamara Pursuit
Colonial history in Victoria
Dock in Victoria, the picturesque capital of British Columbia; options include Butchart Gardens, the Inner Harbour and Parliament buildings, or whale watching.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 19overnight: In transit
Disembarking in Vancouver
Sail back across the Salish Sea to Vancouver, say goodbye to the crew, disembark and transfer to the airport for the journey home.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 20
Homeward bound
Land at London Heathrow, concluding the Rocky Mountaineer and Alaska cruise holiday.

The moments this trip is built around

Day 2Day 2: Ride the Banff Gondola nearly 7,500 feet up Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views of Banff National Park and walk the mountaintop boardwalk.
Day 3Day 3: Board Ice Explorer vehicles onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield along the Icefields Parkway.
Day 5Day 5: Travel the Rocky Mountaineer's First Passage to the West route in glass-domed cars through Kicking Horse Pass, the Spiral Tunnels and Yoho National Park.
Day 11Day 11: Explore Ketchikan's Creek Street, a historic boardwalk on stilts, and visit the Totem Heritage Center with one of the world's largest collections of 19th-century totem poles.
Day 15Day 15: Arrive at Icy Strait Point near Hoonah to watch for humpback whales, orcas and sea lions along forested trails.

Included

Expertise of a GRJ Tour Manager from Calgary to Vancouver
8 nights' 3-Star hotel accommodation
8/11-night cruise onboard Azamara Pursuit with five-star service
All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
SilverLeaf Class rail travel (GoldLeaf Class upgrades available on request)
Flights from London Heathrow to Calgary, Vancouver to London Heathrow
Breakfast each day of your escorted tour, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Breakfast, lunch and dinner each day of your cruise
Complimentary beer, wine, selected standard spirits and soft drinks throughout your cruise
A superb choice of excursions during your guided tour
Onboard entertainment each evening on Azamara Pursuit
Complimentary AzAmazing experiences
Tips & gratuities included onboard Azamara Pursuit

Not included

Offshore excursions payable onboard Azamara Pursuit

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?: From £7,999 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $10,805 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is train travel included?: Yes. The package includes all rail travel on the Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper to Vancouver in SilverLeaf Class glass-domed cars, as well as all coach connections during the escorted portion and transfers to and from airports.
Is this trip escorted or independent?: It is escorted by a Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager from Calgary through Vancouver (Days 1 to 8). From Day 9 onboard the Azamara Pursuit, you travel as independent cruise passengers.
What is included in the cruise portion?: All meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner every day; complimentary beer, wine, selected standard spirits and soft drinks; onboard entertainment each evening; tips and gratuities onboard; and complimentary AzAmazing Experiences.
What hotels are used?: The Elk and Avenue in Banff (2 nights), The Crimson Jasper in Jasper (2 nights), Century Plaza in Vancouver (3 nights) and a local hotel in Kamloops (1 night). All are 3-star properties.
Are flights included?: Yes, return flights from London Heathrow to Calgary and Vancouver to London Heathrow are included.