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Trans-Canada Explorer
18 DAYS FROM £2375
The best of Canada from East to West - this ultimate Canadian experience reveals the beauty and diversity of this extraordinary country.
Included highlights worth £155
Toronto City sightseeing
Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist cruise
St Lawrence Islands National Park Scenic cruise
Ottawa City sightseeing
Quebec City City sightseeing
Montreal City sightseeing
Calgary City sightseeing
Banff National Park
Columbia Icefield Snowcoach ride
Jasper Orientation tour
Victoria City tour including Butchart Gardens
Vancouver City tour
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Toronto; Montreal - Calgary; Vancouver - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Professional tour director on tour and local representative's assistance at other times
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Toronto.
Fly to Toronto where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Toronto - Niagara Falls.
See Toronto's major landmarks today, including the CN Tower and Roger's Stadium. Later, visit thundering Niagara Falls. View the falls from above and onboard the Maid of the Mist, for a close up view from the river below the falls.
Note: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favourable weather.
DAY 3: Toronto - Kingston - Ivy Lea - Ottawa.
Leave Ontario's capital and stop in Kingston, a city with an exciting history dating back more than 300 years. Continue to quaint Gananoque and Ivy Lea, where you'll enjoy a scenic cruise along the St Lawrence River, past wooded islands dotted with beautiful summer homes. Then proceed along the St Lawrence River to Ottawa, standing at the confluence of the Ottawa, Gatineau and Rideau rivers.
DAY 4: Ottawa.
This morning see the Canadian Mint, the embassy district, stately Parliament Hill and Rideau Falls. Also visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables, a living tribute to Canadian heritage and history. Suggestions for this afternoon include a visit to the magnificent Canadian Museum of Civilisation or the array of restaurants and shops at the lively Byward Market.
DAY 5: Ottawa - Quebec City.
We head into the French-Canadian province of Quebec, where you'll notice a sudden change in language and tradition. A late afternoon arrival in historic Quebec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
DAY 6: Quebec City.
Start the day with a guided tour of Canada's only walled city, crowned by the great turrets of the Chateau Frontenac. Within the walls is the Place d'Armes, the Laval Seminary, the star-plan Citadelle and ancient Place Royale. Also see the stone houses crowding the narrow streets of Lower Town by the St Lawrence River and the historic Plains of Abraham.
DAY 7: Quebec City - Montreal.
Head south, and late this morning cosmopolitan Montreal comes into view. As you enter the world's second largest French-speaking city, you'll see the canted tower of the Olympic Stadium. Major attractions on this afternoon's sightseeing tour include once walled Old Montreal, Notre Dame Basilica, the Seminary of St Sulpice, Mont Royal and modern Montreal. In the evening be sure to try out one of the many sidewalk cafés.
DAY 8: Fly Montreal to Calgary.
Transfer to Montreal airport for your flight to Calgary, Canada's 'cowboy' capital.
DAY 9: Calgary - Banff.
On your included tour you will see many of the city's attractions, including downtown, the Olympic Ski Jump and the Saddledome. Afterwards head through the foothills and into Banff National Park, gateway to the majestic Canadian Rockies. On arrival join the optional excursion to Sulphur Mountain for a thrilling gondola ride.
DAY 10: Banff.
With the day free, perhaps take the optional helicopter ride high over the Canadian Rockies, or visit one of Banff's many natural features including hot springs, hoodoos, lakes and waterfalls.
DAY 11: Banff - Lake Louise - Jasper.
A day of scenic grandeur. First to Lake Louise: its cold turquoise waters are a perfect natural mirror reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Precipitous gorges, snow-capped mountain ranges and lakes of exquisite blues and greens come into view as the coach scales two mountain passes. Another highlight today is a stop for a snowcoach ride on the 1200-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. Afterwards enjoy an orientation tour of Jasper townsite upon arrival.
Note: Unfavourable weather conditions may affect the availability of the snowcoach excursion.
DAY 12: Jasper - Mount Robson - Kamloops.
Join the optional trip to Maligne Lake this morning, with a narrated cruise to Spirit Island. Then leave Jasper following the Fraser River to the base of spectacular Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Overnight in Kamloops.
DAY 13: Kamloops - ferry crossing - Victoria.
Travel through British Columbia's mountain region to its majestic Pacific coastline. This afternoon sail across the Strait of Georgia through the spectacular Gulf Islands to Victoria. Sightseeing today includes world-famous Butchart Gardens, Bastion Square and Thunderbird Park with its unusual collection of totem poles.
Note: Due to changes in the ferry schedule throughout the season, the visit to Butchart Gardens is planned during the morning of Day 15 on some departures.
DAY 14: Victoria.
The day is yours to explore Victoria further at your own pace. There are many sightseeing attractions to experience, including the Royal British Columbia Museum, afternoon tea at the Empress Hotel, whale watching and shopping along Government Street.
DAY 15: Victoria - Vancouver.
Board the ferry to the British Columbia mainland. On arrival it's a short drive to Vancouver, where city sightseeing includes Stanley Park, Gastown and Chinatown. The remainder of the day is free.
DAY 16: Vancouver.
Your Tour Director will have a wealth of suggestions to enhance your day in Vancouver.
DAY 17: Vancouver - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
DAY 18: Home landing in the UK.
Maximum elevation on this tour is 7,700 ft.
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Accommodation on Tour
Toronto: Best Western Primrose; Ottawa: Capital Hill Hotel & Suites; Quebec City: Hotel Gouverneur Quebec; Montreal: Maritime Plaza; Calgary: Sandman City Centre; Banff: The Homestead Inn; Jasper: Tonquin Inn; Kamloops: Hotel Five 540 Forty; Victoria: Queen Victoria Hotel & Suites; Vancouver: Park Inn & Suites Vancouver.
Autumn Foliage
Enjoy the spectacular colours of Ontario and Quebec on the special fall foliage departures from 9 to 20 September.
Chosen departure dates are historically the best dates to see the autumn foliage - weather permitting.
Whale Watching
Whale watching
Enjoy a fascinating optional cruise that will be remembered for a lifetime. Whilst watching for whales and marine life in their natural habitat you are likely to see the orca (killer whale), and perhaps spot porpoises, sea-lions, osprey and eagles.
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosTrans-Canada Explorer + Alaska Cruise (Volendam) - 7 Extra nights from £670
The best of Canada from East to West followed by a cruise of the awe-inspiring Inside Passage and on to Alaska - this ultimate experience reveals the beauty and diversity of this extraordinary environment.
On day 17 of your tour transfer to your five star cruising ship, the MS Volendam, for the next seven nights, before transferring to the airport on day 24 for your overnight flight home. -
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Trans-Canada Explorer + Alaska Cruise (Zuiderdam) - 7 Extra nights from £680
The best of Canada from East to West followed by a cruise of the awe-inspiring Inside Passage and on to Alaska - this ultimate experience reveals the beauty and diversity of this extraordinary environment.
On day 17 of your tour transfer to your five star cruising ship, MS Zuiderdam, for the next seven nights, before transferring to the airport on day 24 for your overnight flight home. -
View Holiday PhotosTrans-Canada Explorer + Vancouver - 2 Extra nights from £80
Canada's 'Gem of the Pacific' is one of the country's most beautiful cities with plenty of sightseeing opportunities. On day 17 of your tour continue your stay at your Vancouver hotel, the Park Inn & Suites Vancouver Broadway, for the next two nights. On day 19 included transfer to the airport for your overnight flight home.
Accommodation on Extensions
Trans-Canada Explorer + Alaska Cruise (Volendam) - 7 Extra nights from £670
Accommodation on Tour
Vancouver: Quality Hotel Downtown.
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View Deck PlansMS Zuiderdam
Renowned as Holland America Line's first Vista-Class vessel, MS Zuiderdam is a contemporary and luxurious ship, equipped with ultra-modern technology and an excellent array of amenities. Tastefully elegant and designed with Modernism in mind, the on board décor ranges from works by celebrated artists such as Andy Warhol, Frank Lloyd Wright and Charles Ben, to the exquisite Waterford Crystal seahorse suspended over the three-tiered atrium. MS Zuiderdam accommodates 1,916 guests in comfortable, well-designed staterooms and affords the best in service, fine dining, and luxurious ocean cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 swimming pools (one with sliding glass roof); two-tiered Vista Dining Room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; Pinnacle, Sea View, Ocean, Piano, Lido and Sports bars; Crows' Nest, Neptune and Explorers' lounges; Queen's Lounge and Culinary Arts Centre; Explorations internet café; Vista show lounge; volleyball and basketball courts; Greenhouse spa and salon with hydro pool and thermal suites; fitness centre and aerobics; observation deck; shops and boutiques; casino; nightclub; library; atrium; photo gallery; lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues on board: the main Vista dining area has set dining or new 'dine as you wish' arrangements and a good selection of different menus. Casual dining is available in the Lido Restaurant most evenings with three courses of fresh, cooked-to-order specialities, or guests may enjoy elegant, sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's the complimentary ice cream bar, hot hors d'oeuvres during the pre-dinner hour and after dinner there is the famous late night snack. Vegetarian or kosher meals and any special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.
Cabins
All cabins have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; and telephone. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price is based on a category J inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
G, D Large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-sized bed and picture window
VC Verandah outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed; sitting area; private verandah; floor-to-ceiling windows
Tipping
A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account. -
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View Deck PlansMS Volendam
Embodying Holland America Line's 'Signature of Excellence', MS Volendam is equipped with the most modern technologies and provides a good selection of amenities, facilities and entertainment. Decorated throughout with a garden motif, floral attributes can be found in abundance ranging from priceless paintings and sculpture, to sumptuous fabrics and bouquets of fresh flowers. Accommodating 1,432 passengers in bright, comfortable cabins, MS Volendam also offers elegant public areas and fine dining - ideal for luxurious ocean cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 pools (one with sliding glass roof); 2 whirlpools; main dining room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; 5 bars including Piano and Wine tasting; 3 lounges; internet café; show lounge; tennis and basketball courts; spa and beauty salon; thermal suite; fitness centre and aerobics; Wajang Theatre and Culinary Arts Center; shops; casino; art and photo galleries; launderette; 12 lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. The main Rotterdam Dining Room has a wide choice of menus with most passengers opting for smart casual dress in the evenings. The Lido Restaurant offers casual dining most evenings, or guests can enjoy sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's a complimentary ice cream bar and the famous late night snack. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.
Cabins
All cabins have twin lower beds, convertible to 1 queen-sized bed (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; telephone; music system; and 24-hour room service. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price includes a category K inside cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
D, C Large outside cabin with picture window
B or AA Verandah Suite with whirlpool bath; sitting area; private verandah; minibar; fridge; floor-to-ceiling windows
Tipping
A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account.
Trans-Canada Explorer + Alaska Cruise (Zuiderdam) - 7 Extra nights from £680
Accommodation on Tour
Vancouver: Quality Hotel Downtown.
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View Holiday Photos
View Deck Plans
MS Zuiderdam
Renowned as Holland America Line's first Vista-Class vessel, MS Zuiderdam is a contemporary and luxurious ship, equipped with ultra-modern technology and an excellent array of amenities. Tastefully elegant and designed with Modernism in mind, the on board décor ranges from works by celebrated artists such as Andy Warhol, Frank Lloyd Wright and Charles Ben, to the exquisite Waterford Crystal seahorse suspended over the three-tiered atrium. MS Zuiderdam accommodates 1,916 guests in comfortable, well-designed staterooms and affords the best in service, fine dining, and luxurious ocean cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 swimming pools (one with sliding glass roof); two-tiered Vista Dining Room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; Pinnacle, Sea View, Ocean, Piano, Lido and Sports bars; Crows' Nest, Neptune and Explorers' lounges; Queen's Lounge and Culinary Arts Centre; Explorations internet café; Vista show lounge; volleyball and basketball courts; Greenhouse spa and salon with hydro pool and thermal suites; fitness centre and aerobics; observation deck; shops and boutiques; casino; nightclub; library; atrium; photo gallery; lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is a choice of dining venues on board: the main Vista dining area has set dining or new 'dine as you wish' arrangements and a good selection of different menus. Casual dining is available in the Lido Restaurant most evenings with three courses of fresh, cooked-to-order specialities, or guests may enjoy elegant, sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's the complimentary ice cream bar, hot hors d'oeuvres during the pre-dinner hour and after dinner there is the famous late night snack. Vegetarian or kosher meals and any special dietary requirements should be requested at the time of booking. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.
Cabins
All cabins have twin or queen size beds (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; and telephone. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price is based on a category J inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
G, D Large outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-sized bed and picture window
VC Verandah outside cabin with 2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed; sitting area; private verandah; floor-to-ceiling windows
Tipping
A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account. -
View Holiday Photos
View Deck Plans
MS Volendam
Embodying Holland America Line's 'Signature of Excellence', MS Volendam is equipped with the most modern technologies and provides a good selection of amenities, facilities and entertainment. Decorated throughout with a garden motif, floral attributes can be found in abundance ranging from priceless paintings and sculpture, to sumptuous fabrics and bouquets of fresh flowers. Accommodating 1,432 passengers in bright, comfortable cabins, MS Volendam also offers elegant public areas and fine dining - ideal for luxurious ocean cruising.
Public Rooms & Facilities
2 pools (one with sliding glass roof); 2 whirlpools; main dining room; Lido Restaurant; Pinnacle Grill; Terrace Grill; 5 bars including Piano and Wine tasting; 3 lounges; internet café; show lounge; tennis and basketball courts; spa and beauty salon; thermal suite; fitness centre and aerobics; Wajang Theatre and Culinary Arts Center; shops; casino; art and photo galleries; launderette; 12 lifts; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. The main Rotterdam Dining Room has a wide choice of menus with most passengers opting for smart casual dress in the evenings. The Lido Restaurant offers casual dining most evenings, or guests can enjoy sophisticated dining in the reservations-only 'Pinnacle Grill' (additional cover charge per person applied to ship board account). Between meals there's a complimentary ice cream bar and the famous late night snack. Please note, we will automatically book early dining unless otherwise requested.
Cabins
All cabins have twin lower beds, convertible to 1 queen-sized bed (or one sofa bed and one Pullman bed); air-conditioning/climate control; flat-panel TV; DVD player; telephone; music system; and 24-hour room service. Inside cabins have a shower only while outside cabins have a shower and bathtub. Your holiday price includes a category K inside cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
D, C Large outside cabin with picture window
B or AA Verandah Suite with whirlpool bath; sitting area; private verandah; minibar; fridge; floor-to-ceiling windows
Tipping
A gratuity of $11 per person per day for dining and cabin services will be automatically added to your shipboard account on a daily basis. A 15% service charge will be automatically added to your bar charges and dining room wine account.
Trans-Canada Explorer + Vancouver - 2 Extra nights from £80
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View Holiday PhotosPark Inn & Suites Vancouver
Park Inn & Suites Vancouver is in a prime location, minutes from a variety of restaurants and shops in Chinatown and Gastown, with terrific views of the city skyline and North Shore mountains.
Location: On Broadway, within easy walking distance of South Granville district, Granville island, or a short taxi/transit ride to the heart of downtown.
Facilities: Restaurant; high speed internet; fitness centre; laundry service; coin operated laundry facility.
Price includes: Room with private facilities; air-conditioning; tea/coffee maker; hairdryer; iron/ironing board; TV.
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