Arrive in Seattle and transfer directly to Vancouver — a coastal city framed by snow mountains and Pacific waters. Visit Chinatown, one of North America’s oldest, featuring the Millennium Gate, heritage shophouses, and Chinese medicine stores. Continue to Gastown, Vancouver’s founding district (est. 1867), where cobbled lanes and gas lamps surround the Steam Clock (built in 1977), which whistles every 15 minutes.

Stop at Canada Place, the sail-roof cruise terminal, and walk by the Vancouver Convention Centre, known for its green roof and harbour views. At Vancouver Harbour, see floatplanes take off against the mountain skyline.

Enter Stanley Park, a 400-hectare rainforest with coastal trails and spring flower beds. Visit the Brockton Point Totem Poles, carved by Indigenous artists, and see cherry blossoms, tulips, and roses blooming in season.

End at Granville Island, a cultural district under Granville Bridge. Explore the Public Market, packed with fresh berries, wild smoked salmon, local cheeses, and handmade crafts.

Tonight, check in to Grand Park Hotel Richmond Vancouver or similar. Meals: On Board

Depart Vancouver and travel through the scenic Fraser River Valley, a historic gold rush route with cliffs, forests, and rivers cutting through the mountains. Arrive at Hope, a peaceful town known for over 80 chainsaw wood carvings displayed around town.

Continue past ranch lands to Kamloops, where the North and South Thompson Rivers meet. Visit a Ginseng Factory, and learn how local conditions make Kamloops one of Canada’s top ginseng-producing regions. Enjoy a ginseng tea tasting and gain insight into its health benefits.

Drive onwards to Sun Peaks Resort, Canada’s second-largest ski resort. Built in a European alpine style, the village offers car-free pedestrian streets, boutique shops, and panoramic views of forested slopes.

Wells Gray Provincial Park, the beauty of the wild, a hidden gem with ancient volcanoes, lush forests, and hidden canyons. Stop at Mt. Robson Provincial Park, home to Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954m. Capture majestic views from Mt. Robson Lookout, often shrouded in mist. Continue to the dramatic Spahats Creek Falls, plunging 75m into a deep canyon.
Pass Moose Lake, fed by ancient glaciers. Next proceed to Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for rugged peaks and turquoise lakes. 

Explore Maligne Canyon, where limestone cliffs are carved by rushing waters, before arriving at Town of Jasper for a relaxing evening.

Travel through Jasper National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its towering peaks and glacial valleys.
Drive along the Icefields Parkway, often ranked among the world’s most beautiful highways, framed by rugged mountains and turquoise lakes.Visit the stunning Athabasca Glacier, part of the 325 km² Columbia Icefield — the largest south of the Arctic Circle, formed over 240,000 years ago.

Board a specially designed Ice Explorer Ride, a six-wheel vehicle that can climb steep icy slopes. Step onto ancient ice up to 300m thick. Proceed to the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-bottomed walkway suspended 280m above Sunwapta Valley.
Stop for photos at Peyto Lake and Bow Lake, before reaching Banff Town, known as “Little Switzerland” for its quaint alpine charm.

In the evening, enjoy a hearty Chinese Seafood Dinner at the popular Silver Dragon Seafood Restaurant, known for its fresh catches and comforting flavors — the perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure.

Today, explore the heart of Banff National Park, Canada’s first and most visited national park — established in 1885 and renowned for its glacier lakes, alpine forests, and rugged peaks. Throughout the journey, you’ll pass towering mountain ranges, turquoise rivers, and dense pine valleys that define the Rocky Mountain landscape.

Start with Lake Louise, where emerald waters reflect the surrounding glaciers and Fairmont Chateau. This postcard-perfect setting is one of Canada’s most iconic lake views, especially beautiful in the morning light.

Also visit Moraine Lake (open in season), located in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The lake’s vivid blue colour, caused by glacial rock flour, is framed by jagged mountain spires — a powerful image of natural alpine beauty.

Return to Banff Town, where you’ll have time to stroll through Banff Avenue, a charming street lined with chalet-style shops, mountain gear stores, cafés, and souvenir boutiques.

Begin with a scenic ride on the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, offering a 360° view of six mountain ranges.See the powerful Bow Falls cascading into the Bow River.
Visit Yoho National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the striking Emerald Lake, known for its brilliant green waters, and the natural rock formation Natural Bridge.

Pass through the rugged peaks of Glacier National Park (Rogers Pass) and continue across the legendary Last Spike, where the Canadian Pacific Railway was completed in 1885 — a milestone that connected Canada from east to west.

Travel through the fertile Okanagan Valley, the heart of British Columbia’s wine country, dotted with rolling vineyards and shimmering lakes. Visit the Summerhill Pyramid Winery, famous for its organic wines aged in a unique pyramid-shaped cellar; enjoy complimentary tastings of award-winning red and ice wines.

Continue to Kelowna city tour, a charming lakeside city known for its vibrant waterfront, boutique shops, and lush parks. Visit Lake Okanagan, home to the legendary lake monster "Ogopogo" — a mythical creature said to lurk beneath the deep waters, with tales dating back centuries.

Cross the border into the United States, arriving at Bellingham, a peaceful town at the gateway to Washington State, for an overnight stay.

Start with Seattle City Tour, visit the historic Pike Place Market — one of the oldest farmers' markets in the USA, filled with vibrant flower stalls, seafood vendors, and street performers. See the original Starbucks cafe, a pilgrimage site for coffee lovers. View the iconic Space Needle towering over the skyline.

In the afternoon, transfer to the port to board the majestic Royal Princess Cruise. Set sail into the Pacific Ocean, beginning your unforgettable journey towards the icy wonders of Alaska.

Sail through the mesmerizing Alaska Inside Passage, a pristine waterway carved by glaciers over thousands of years. Towering forested cliffs rise dramatically from the sea, while floating icebergs and misty fjords create a magical, ever-changing landscape. Keep an eye out for otters, bald eagles, and seals along the journey. A day dedicated entirely to relaxing on deck, soaking in the grandeur of untouched Alaskan wilderness.

Dock at Ketchikan, the “Salmon Capital of the World”, a vibrant port town known for its colorful waterfront, stilted wooden boardwalks, and deep-rooted Tlingit Native heritage. Explore the famous Creek Street, once a red-light district, now home to galleries, shops, and salmon ladders visible during spawning season.

See traditional totem poles carved by Alaska’s First Nations, visit artisan shops, or stroll along the scenic harbor lined with fishing boats and floatplanes.

Optional: Take the Misty Fjords National Monument Flightseeing Tour, an unforgettable floatplane ride over glacial lakes, towering granite cliffs, and untouched wilderness — one of the most awe-inspiring aerial views in Alaska.

Sail into the ice-carved beauty of Endicott Arm, one of Alaska’s most pristine fjords. Granite cliffs rise on both sides, with waterfalls cascading from hanging valleys. Floating icebergs mark the approach to Dawes Glacier, a mighty tidewater glacier at the fjord’s end.

From the deck or panoramic lounge, admire the vast blue ice. Watch for seals on ice floes and seabirds nesting on the cliffs.

In the evening, unwind with the ship’s facilities — a spa soak or a drink at the observation café — as you savour the day’s glacier wonders.

Arrive in Juneau, Alaska’s scenic capital, nestled between snowy mountain ranges and the Gastineau Channel. This remote coastal city is only accessible by air or sea, offering raw natural beauty and small-town charm.

Today, we highly recommend joining the optional Whale Watching Excursion — Alaska’s signature marine experience. Cruise through icy waters to encounter humpback whales, orcas, sea lions, and bald eagles in their natural habitat. A breathtaking and unforgettable encounter with the Alaskan wild.

Prefer to stay in town? Juneau’s downtown is compact and walkable, with local art galleries, souvenir shops, salmon jerky outlets, and cafés serving Alaskan king crab rolls — perfect for a free-and-easy afternoon.

Dock at Skagway, once the booming gateway to the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush. Wander through the preserved Broadway Street, filled with colorful wooden saloons, old trading posts, and museums that tell stories of the gold rush era. Skagway is also known for its dramatic mountain backdrop and historic hiking trails like the Chilkoot Trail.

Highly recommended: take the world-famous White Pass Scenic Railway, one of the most beautiful rail journeys in North America (optional). Ride vintage train cars that climb steep cliffs, cross trestle bridges, and pass stunning waterfalls, all while tracing the original gold rush route through the mountains.

Arrive at Victoria, the elegant capital of British Columbia, known for its British colonial architecture, manicured gardens, and harbor-front charm. Stroll along the Inner Harbour, lined with historic buildings, floating homes, and street performers. Admire the iconic Fairmont Empress Hotel, visit the stately British Columbia Parliament Buildings, or simply enjoy tea, shopping, and photo stops around this charming coastal city.

Disembark from the cruise and travel south toward Seattle. Enjoy a shopping spree at the famous Seattle Premium Outlets, featuring over 130 stores offering discounted prices on luxury and popular brands such as Coach, Michael Kors, Burberry, Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike, Adidas and more. It’s the perfect chance to pick up fashion deals, souvenirs, or gifts before heading home. （Compulsory Tour)
 

DAY 16: ENROUTE

Meals on Board

Relax onboard as you cross the Pacific Ocean, heading home with wonderful memories of your USA adventure.

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