Canadian Contrasts Tour & Alaskan Inside Passage from Vancouver, 9 May 2026 (22 nights)

With a French-Canadian feel, highlights include Notre-Dame Basilica of Montreal, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel and the old port district. The city boasts a number of fascinating museums in the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History and Montreal Science Centre as well as the scenic Montreal Botanical Garden. If looking to get out of the city, go to Mount Royal just outside the centre for sweeping views or the gorgeous skyline.

Old Quebec has a unique feel as you explore the quaint streets and squares, and the church of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré Shrine- the oldest pilgrimage destination in North America at over 350 years old. The surrounding boasts the 30m waterfall of Parc de la Chute-Montmorency and the gorgeous woodlands, lakes and rivers of Parc National de la Jacques-Cartier. In addition, learn all about the indigenous population of Canada at the Huron-Wendat heritage.

It’s time to say goodbye to Calgary for the time being and embark on a westward journey to Banff and Canmore. With the Canadian Rockies in sight, you’ll spend just over an hour driving between the two, affording you the opportunity to admire the unrivalled beauty of this stunning region.

The next part of your exploration of Western Canada will see you travel west to Whistler, saying goodbye to the interior wilderness of Kamloops and heading for the coastal mountains that define south-western British Columbia. A journey that can take around five hours to drive, you can expect to encounter dramatic scenery changes as you head through the ranch lands located between the two destinations and into the mountainous region where Whistler lies.

After spending some time in Whistler, the next part of your exploration of Western Canada takes you to Vancouver, a bustling city considered to be one of Canada’s most dense and diverse. Travelling south along the iconic Sea-to-Sky Highway (a poetic name for Highway 99, which connects Whistler with Vancouver), you’ll enjoy an opportunity to admire British Columbia’s breathtaking natural beauty. Home to jagged fjords, snow-capped mountain peaks, dense forests, and an abundance of interesting wildlife, this drive – which can take up to two hours – is one worth savouring.

From its architecture of ‘Vancouverism’ to the history of how it was built; Vancouver is a vibrant city full of arts and culture just waiting for you to discover all it’s hidden gems. Here you’ll be able to get stuck into a whole host of museums including Science World, the waterfront Maritime Museum and the Museum of Anthropology.

From its architecture of ‘Vancouverism’ to the history of how it was built; Vancouver is a vibrant city full of arts and culture just waiting for you to discover all it’s hidden gems. Here you’ll be able to get stuck into a whole host of museums including Science World, the waterfront Maritime Museum and the Museum of Anthropology.

The Tracy Arm inlet is one of the most picturesque and photogenic locations in Alaska. Known for its remote wilderness setting amongst the Tongass National Forest, it has an array of wildlife and is home to the Sawyer Glaciers. Situated 45 miles from the capital of Juneau, the fjord is a must for anyone wanting to see cascading waterfalls, towering mountains and other spectacular scenery.

The capital of Alaska, Juneau boasts a plethora of national parks in its surrounding area, such as Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, teaming with iconic wildlife such as salmon, bears, and bald eagles. The city of Juneau is also well worth a stop in itself with such attractions as the Alaska State Museum and iconic cable car ride for breath-taking views. Visitors will love delectable locally-sourced seafood as well as a range of other cuisines in town.

Popular for its gold rush era architecture and vintage steam engine route passing through, Skagway is a fantastic jump back into the days of the Klondike Gold Rush with the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park Visitor Centre. Surrounded by the unrivalled landscapes and inhabiting wildlife of the national park, Skagway paints a spectacular picture of Alaska quite like no other.

Ketchikan is famous for the totem heritage museum, educating sightseers about the indigenous populations’ history and culture with an unrivalled display of native totems and artefacts. For those wanting to learn about the gold rush a visit to Dolly’s House Museum and downtown Creek Street is a good comparison along with the great Alaskan lumberjack show. Nature lovers, meanwhile, can enjoy dramatic sights at nearby misty fjords national monument.

From its architecture of ‘Vancouverism’ to the history of how it was built; Vancouver is a vibrant city full of arts and culture just waiting for you to discover all it’s hidden gems. Here you’ll be able to get stuck into a whole host of museums including Science World, the waterfront Maritime Museum and the Museum of Anthropology.