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Canada
& Alaska
Welcome to
Canada & Alaska
Having travelled over the years to many parts of Canada I am always
struck by the amazing diversity of its landscape, the wonderful range
of activities you can do there and the genuine friendliness of its people.
There is so much that defines Canada: the rugged coastlines of the
Maritimes; the awe-inspiring Rocky Mountains; the Yukons magnificent
Klondike; Manitobas polar bears; the excitement of major cities such
as Montral and Vancouver and the cultural diversity of its people
a list that could go on and on.
To the west, the vast American state of Alaska has arguably more
in common with its Canadian neighbours than with the lower 48.
Bordered by British Columbia and the Yukon, Alaska offers a similar
blend of pioneering spirit, wilderness landscapes and a wealth of wildlife.
Glaciers and mountains, dramatic coastlines and isolated communities
make this the perfect destination for those wanting to escape the
hoardes and really get off the beaten track.
Covering a staggering 8 time zones from east to west, the sheer scale
of Canada and Alaska can be a little overwhelming - this is a region
best explored in bite-sized chunks! This brochure aims to provide just
a flavour of whats on offer, with more detailed information available
on our website. Better still, chat to one of our friendly team of
accredited experts and allow us to put together an itinerary just
for you, ensuring you get the very most from your holiday.
We will not relax until you are home with a large grin on your face,
and if you do not experience exceptional service throughout your holiday,
dont hesitate to contact me personally. My direct email address is below.
With best wishes
Clive Stacey
Managing Director and co-Founder
Email: clive.stacey@discovertheworld.co.uk
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Introduction
Canada Holidays
Welcome
Our 100% Guarantee
Creating your perfect holiday
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4-5
6-7
Canada
Welcome to Canada
Getting around
Accommodation
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12-13
14-15
Regions of Canada
British Columbia
Alberta
The Yukon
Manitoba & Arctic Canada
Ontario
Quebec
Atlantic Canada
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18-19
20-21
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Self-drive holidays
Wildlife holidays
Small group escorted holidays
Escorted touring
Winter holidays
Cruising
Alaska Holidays
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Alaska
Welcome to Alaska
Getting around
Accommodation
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Self-drive holidays
Wildlife holidays
Independent touring
Cruising
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Getting There
Flights to Canada & Alaska
Stopovers in Iceland
Maps & driving distances
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Regions of Alaska
Anchorage & the South
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Fairbanks & the Interior 60-61
Inside Passage
62-63
Far North & South West
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All our holidays can be tailor made...If you cant find exactly what you are
looking for, let us find it for you. We can tailor make holidays to suit you,
be that customising our suggested itineraries or creating something bespoke.
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100% Guarantee
No surcharges
Once your holiday has been confirmed,
we guarantee there will be no increases
whatsoever. This is something of a rarity
in the travel business, but we feel that if
you have made a commitment to us by
booking a holiday, the very least we can
do is to absorb any price increases which
may occur. Below you will find a typical
clause from the booking conditions of
one of our competitors:
Surcharges may be imposed to cover
increases in transportation costs (eg. fuel
levy), dues, taxes, fees (eg. landing taxes),
or a variation in exchange rates applicable
to your package. In the event of a surcharge
we will absorb the first 2% and should the
surcharge be more than 10% of the price
of your holiday, you will have the right
to cancel your holiday and receive a
full refund of what you have paid.
Financial security
Through our memberships of various
organisations, and the licences we hold,
every penny paid to us is completely safe.
In addition, we are bound by very strict
business practices through UK and EU law as
well as the associations to which we belong.
We are members of ABTA (The Travel
Association), and AITO (Association of
Independent Tour Operators), another
travel industry body which includes most
of the UKs most important independent
specialist tour operators members are
financially vetted by both organisations and
have to comply with a fair business charter,
and should you have a problem during
your holiday which cannot be resolved
with us, you are able to take advantage
of an arbitration scheme. We also hold a
bond with ABTA which protects holidays
not booked with flights. ATOL (Air Tour
Organisers Licence) this is issued by the
Civil Aviation Authority, and protects all
clients who book their holiday in conjunction
with a flight. To hold an ATOL we must go
100% Guarantee
We deliver on
our promises
We are so confident the quality of our trips
will meet your expectations, that should
you be dissatisfied, well gladly give you
a credit towards a future trip. Of course,
expectations have to match what weve
promised, but we feel that our standards
are so high that we are happy to stand
behind this guarantee.
Further detailed information about all
the above can be found on our website,
together with our Booking Conditions.
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Creating a holiday
precisely for you
Our holidays to Canada and Alaska are carefully designed to offer the
very best of North America, combining adventure with comfort and
taking in a variety of highlights from close encounters with wildlife
to memorable journeys through spectacular landscapes. This brochure
features just a taste of our favourite experiences and recommended
itinerary suggestions however, North America is a destination
that offers countless holiday options to suit all interests
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Get in touch...
Call
01737 214 282
Email
travel@discover-the-world.co.uk
Visit our office in Surrey
Arctic House, 8 Bolters Lane,
Banstead SM7 2AR
Step 1
Step 3
Make an enquiry.
The first stage is to broadly outline your
travel plans, letting us know about any
specific ideas or interests youd like to
include. You may find an itinerary on our
website or in this brochure that suits your
Step 2
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Welcome
to Canada
A truly spectacular country, the second largest in the
world, Canada has a staggering variety of landscapes
and natural attractions from the alpine scenery of the
west coast and breathtaking Canadian Rockies, to the
prairies and great lakes of central Canada and the rugged,
weather-beaten provinces of the north and east. The vibrant
cities of Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver add culture
and excitement to the mix, whilst an abundance of wildlife
offers the chance for unforgettable animal encounters.
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Welcome to Canada
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When
to Visit
Fogo Island Newfoundland & Labrador Tourism and Barrett & MacKay
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Spring
Summer
Summer brings long days and the best weather, and is the ideal time
for independent exploration on a self-drive holiday. Wildlife lovers
can swim with belugas in the Hudson Bay whilst humpback whales
congregate off the Newfoundland & Labrador coast. Orcas and grizzly
bears are frequently seen around the Pacific coast, whilst expedition
voyages reveal a wealth of experiences in the Canadian Arctic.
Autumn
Winter
Early autumn offers mild days and fewer crowds, as well as the vivid
spectacle of fall colours - from the golden yellows of the west to the
startling scarlet maple forests of the east. Salmon spawning means
that grizzly bears are very active, whilst towards the end of autumn
a visit to Churchill offers an unparalleled opportunity to see the
worlds largest land predator - the mighty polar bear.
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Getting
Around Canada
Canadas vast distances can be covered quickly by air or rail;
exploring by car or motorhome offers independence and total
flexibility, whilst escorted touring ensures you always have
an experienced guide on hand.
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Self-drive
Motorhome
Rail Journeys
Ferry Journeys
Air Travel
Escorted Touring
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Accommodation
in Canada
Sleep in a fairytale castle or a rustic log cabin in the shadow
of the mountains; stay at a cosy lakeside B&B or mingle with
cowboys on a working ranch. From basic hotels to luxury
resorts, mix and match your accommodation styles to suit
your own tastes and budget.
Ucluelet, BC DS Lugoska
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Accommodation in Canada
Hotels
Wilderness Lodges
Unique Stays
Its only natural that a country as vast and diverse as Canada boasts
an equally diverse range of places to sleep. With a choice of elegant
and historic buildings, working cattle ranches, luxury safari tents
and even remote lighthouses, an overnight stay could turn into
a highlight of your holiday.
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British
Columbia
From the rugged Pacific coastline to soaring mountain peaks,
via rainforests, lakes and vineyards, British Columbias
scenic splendour provides the perfect backdrop to a
Canadian adventure. But perhaps the regions biggest
attraction is its abundant wildlife here you will find
bears, orcas, eagles, wolves and much more.
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British Columbia
Discover Vancouver
Pacific Rim
National Park
Whale Watching
Afternoon Tea
in Victoria
Wineries of the
Okanagan
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Alberta
Best known for the majestic Rocky Mountains, which
run along the provinces western boundary, Alberta boasts
some of the most stunning alpine landscapes in the country.
Explore beyond the glaciers and mountain peaks and
you will also find sweeping prairies, rolling farmland,
dense forests and sparkling lakes.
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Alberta
Wildlife Encounters
Winter Wonderland
Rockies by Rail
Lake Louise
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The Yukon
Over three times the size of England but with just 6% of the
population, the Yukon offers a truly remote and untouched
wilderness. Here you will find rugged terrain and a colourful
history of First Nations, traders and gold prospectors.
The landscape is vast and the wildlife prolific you may
be lucky enough to see caribou, moose and grizzly bears.
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The Yukon
Goldrush Fever
Winter Adventures
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Manitoba &
the Canadian Arctic
Manitobas diverse topography stretches from the southern
prairies, via countless lakes and forests, to the sub-Arctic
north. Beyond this lies the Canadian Arctic, an icy wilderness
that spans the country. This harsh but beautiful region
is home to isolated Inuit settlements and wandering
polar bears, wolves and caribou.
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Inuit Culture
Historic Winnipeg
Arctic Whales
Sleep in a National
Historic Site
Summer in Churchill
Long daylight hours are perfect
to witness over 200 species
of migratory birds, thousands
of belugas and the surprising
colour of wildflowers.
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Ontario
Canadas second largest province boasts over 400,000
lakes and rivers, including the Great Lakes and the famous
Niagara Falls. From the cosmopolitan cities of Toronto and
Ottawa, venture into prolific wine country, cruise amongst
the Thousand Islands and enjoy the natural beauty of
Algonquin Park or Georgian Bay.
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Ontario
Explore Ottawa
Algonquin Park
Discover Toronto
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Fall Foliage
Ice-Wine Tastings
Georgian Bay
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Qubec
Combining old-world charm with a vibrant contemporary
culture, Qubec is full of surprises. Qubec Citys fairy-tale
architecture belies its turbulent origins, whilst Montrals Old
Town gives way to a chic urban centre. Thick forests reveal
black bears and moose whilst at the heart of the province the
mighty St Lawrence River offers exceptional whale watching.
Montreal M Lenny
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Qubec
Wilderness Retreat
Discover Montral
Maritime Heritage
Scenic Railway
Winter Celebrations
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Atlantic
Canada
Coastal charm exudes from the Maritime provinces
of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island,
whilst dramatic Newfoundland and Labrador make
up Canadas most easterly province. Here you will find
remote villages full of character, a wealth of nautical
history, rugged coastal scenery and a very warm welcome.
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Atlantic Canada
Iceberg Alley
Fall Colours
Fishing Villages
Coastal Voyages
UNESCO Sites
Kitchen Party
Bay of Fundy
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Ultimate Pacific
Coast Experience
Self-drive holiday
Ideal for nature enthusiasts, this itinerary explores
the wildlife-rich coastal landscapes of mainland
BC and Vancouver Island. From scenic ferry journeys
to spectacular alpine vistas, with the chance to see
bears and orcas, this holiday showcases the very
best of the Pacific Coast.
Quadra Island
Campbell River
Tofino
British Columbia
Whistler
Horseshoe Bay
Vancouver
Ucluelet
Vancouver
Victoria
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USA
Snapshot
Self-drive holiday
Vancouver to Vancouver
Prices
From 1,144pp (two sharing
vehicle and a room)
Duration
11 days (10 nights)
Accommodation
Standard or Superior Hotels
Departures
May-September
As with all our self-drive
holidays, this itinerary can
be fully tailored to suit your
requirements.
Highlights
Whale watching in Clayoquot Sound
keep an eye out for orcas and grey
whales, sea lions and porpoises
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Vancouver-Whistler (122 kms)
Collect your rental car and depart Vancouver
along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway to the
alpine resort of Whistler.
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Majestic Rockies
by Rail and Road
Self-drive holiday
The perfect introduction to western Canada, this compact
itinerary features the highlights of the Rockies in just
one memorable week. Travel on the renowned Rocky
Mountaineer train and drive along the awe-inspiring
Icefields Parkway, one of Canadas most scenic drives.
Jasper
Lake
Louise
Kamloops
Vancouver
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Banff
Calgary
Snapshot
Self-drive holiday
Vancouver to Calgary
Prices
From 1,219pp (two sharing
vehicle and a room)
Duration
7 days (6 nights)
Accommodation
Standard, Superior or
Deluxe Hotels
Departures
May-September
This itinerary can be travelled
in reverse, and as with all
our self-drive holidays, can
be fully tailored to suit your
requirements.
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Vancouver-Kamloops (Rocky
Mountaineer) Board the Rocky
Mountaineer trains RedLeaf Service
at Vancouvers Pacific Central Station.
Follow the Thompson River through
spectacular landscapes to historic
Kamloops for an overnight hotel stay.
Day 2 Kamloops-Jasper (Rocky
Mountaineer) Back on board the
Rocky Mountaineer continue your
journey to the mountains, passing
Mount Robson, the highest peak in
the Canadian Rockies. Upon arrival
in Jasper, collect your rental vehicle
and proceed to your hotel.
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Newfoundland
Discovery
Self-drive holiday
See a different side to Canada with this comprehensive
itinerary featuring World Heritage sites, isolated coastal
villages and beautiful national parks. Marvel at drifting
icebergs, gain an insight into Viking history and search
for wildlife amongst the epic landscapes of Gros Morne.
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Newfoundland Discovery
Snapshot
Self-drive holiday
St. Johns to St. Johns
Prices
From 1,418pp (two sharing
vehicle and a room)
Duration
16 days (15 nights)
Accommodation
Standard or Superior Hotels
Departures
May-September
As with all our self-drive
holidays, this itinerary can
be fully tailored to suit your
requirements.
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
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Holidays from
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Totem
Discovery
This popular itinerary
combines the abundant
wildlife of British Columbias
Pacific Coast with the
breathtaking beauty of
the Canadian Rockies.
Highlights
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Highlights
Best of
the East
Atlantic
Discovery
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Yukon
Highlights
Ontario
Hike & Drive
Departures (7 nts)
May-September
Departures (7 nts)
May-October
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at Knight Inlet
Wildlife holiday
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Port Hardy
Campbell River
Vancouver
Snapshot
Wildlife holiday
Grizzly bears
Prices
From 749pp (two sharing)
Duration
3-5 days (2-4 nights)
Accommodation
Knight Inlet Lodge
Departures
May-October
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Campbell River Make your way
to Campbell River on Vancouver Islands
east coast for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Herons Landing Hotel.
Day 2 Campbell River-Knight Inlet
Journey by float plane to Knight Inlet Lodge,
which floats in scenic Glendale Cove. After
a welcome briefing its time to find the
grizzly bears this may be by boat or
at specially designed viewing platforms,
depending on the season and the location
of the bears. Overnight at Knight Inlet Lodge.
Day 3 Knight InletCampbell River
Return to Campbell River by floatplane.
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More Wildlife
Holidays from
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Polar Bear
Kingdom
Accompanied by an
experienced naturalist
guide, witness mighty
polar bears in the frozen
wilderness on this group
tour to Churchill, Manitoba.
Highlights
A memorable dog-sledding
adventure through Churchills
pristine boreal forest
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Explore unspoiled
wilderness in search of
orcas and grizzly bears
around the spectacular
Johnstone Strait, off
Vancouver Islands
northeast coast.
Prices from 1,426pp
(two sharing)
Departures (5 nts)
June-September
Highlights
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Newfoundland
Adventure
Join this small group tour
to experience dramatic
landscapes, unique local
culture and the worlds
largest gathering of
humpback whales.
Departures (7 nts)
June-August
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Belugas of
Hudson Bay
Great Bear
Rainforest Cruise
Departures (5 nts)
July-August
Departures (7 nts)
August-October
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Highlights
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Hiking the
Yukon & Alaska
Active small group holiday
The epic scale of the Yukon and Alaska is best
appreciated on foot surrounded by soaring mountains,
immense glaciers and endless wilderness. Tackle a
variety of short walks and full-day hikes amongst the
natural highlights and prolific wildlife of this rugged
corner of North America.
YUKON
ALASKA
Dawson
Demster
City
Highway
Denali N.P.
Tok
Anchorage
Haines
Jct.
Whitehorse
Skagway
Haines
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Seward
Snapshot
Active small group holiday
Whitehorse to Anchorage
Maximum group size
12 people
Prices
From 2,557pp (two sharing)
Duration
14 days (13 nights)
Accommodation
Standard hotels
Departures
May-August
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Whitehorse Meet your fellow-hikers
on arrival.
Day 2 Whitehorse-Skagway Head south
to Skagway, Alaska, stopping en route for
a hike at Mountain Montana.
Day 3 Skagway-Haines Junction
Take the ferry through scenic Lynn Fjords
and continue by road to Kluane National Park.
Day 4 Kluane National Park Enjoy a full
day hike in Canadas largest national park,
home to vast glaciers, towering mountains
and plentiful wildlife.
Day 5 Haines Junction-Whitehorse
Take an optional sightseeing flight or
tackle another hiking trail before returning
to Whitehorse.
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Hiking the Rockies or Ontario Hike & Drive
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Passage through
the Rockies
Escorted holiday
This comprehensive touring holiday offers an in-depth
exploration of the Canadian Rockies, plus time at Blue
River, the alpine resort of Whistler and the pretty city
of Victoria. With a range of distinctly Canadian
experiences included, there is also plenty of time
available for independent adventures.
Glacier
Bay
Skagway
Juneau
Ketchikan
Blue River
Jasper
Lake Louise
Whistler
Victoria
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Banff
Vancouver
Calgary
Snapshot
Escorted holiday
Calgary to Vancouver
Maximum group size
48 people
Prices
From 1,845pp (two sharing)
Duration
12/19 days (11/18 nights)
Accommodation
Standard hotels
Departures
May-September
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Calgary Meet your fellow travellers
at an informal Welcome Reception.
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Trans Canada Odyssey or Eastern Canada
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Northern Lights
& Winter Rockies
Independent holiday
Combine a 3-night stay in search of the aurora borealis at
Fort McMurray - one of the best places in Canada to view
this natural phenomenon with a leisurely independent
exploration of the pristine snow-covered mountain
scenery of the Canadian Rockies.
Fort McMurray
Jasper
Lake Louise
Calgary
Banff
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Snapshot
Independent holiday
Fort McMurray to Calgary
Prices
From 1,020pp (two sharing)
Duration
10 days (9 nights)
Accommodation
Standard hotels
Departures
November-April
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Days 1-3 Fort McMurray Each evening
you will be transferred to a special viewing
building for some memorable night-sky
watching, accompanied by an experienced
astronomer and photography expert.
Your days are at leisure to catch up on
sleep or sample some of the many winter
activities on offer.
Day 4 Fort McMurray-Calgary-Banff
Your aurora viewing experience ends as
you make your way to Calgary (flight not
included). Board an express coach to the
vibrant resort town of Banff, in the heart
of the Canadian Rockies.
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The Northwest
Passage
Cruise holiday
Join an adventurous cruise following one of the
Arctics most iconic routes, the elusive Northwest
Passage. This expedition voyage uncovers a
fascinating history of exploration, immense
icebergs and the chance to see wildlife
including polar bears and narwhals.
The North-West Passage was done. My boyhood dream at that moment it was accomplished. A strange feeling
welled up in my throat; I was somewhat over-strained and
worn - it was weakness in me - but I felt tears in my eyes
Roald Amundsens diary, August 1905
Pond Inlet
Bellot
Strait
Coronation
Gulf
Kugluktuk
CANADA
Kent
Peninisula
Baffin Bay
GREENLAND
Karrat Fjord
Uummannaq
Ilulissat
Baffin Is.
Kangerlussuaq
Taloyoak
Gjoa Haven
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Snapshot
Cruise holiday
Toronto to Edmonton
Prices
From 9,030pp (two sharing)
Duration
17 days (16 nights)
Accommodation
Sea Adventurer
Departures
August
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Toronto-Sndre Strmfjord
Arriving in Kangerlussuaq from Toronto,
board your ship via Zodiac and prepare
to steam out of one of the longest fjords
in the world.
Days 2-6 West Greenland Highlights of the
Greenland coast may include the remarkable
ice fields of Ilulissat, possible sightings of
narwhals and seals at Karrat Fjord and a visit
to the enormous seabird colonies of Kap York.
Day 7 Smith Sound Spend a day exploring
this fabled body of water that served as the
main route for explorers and adventurers
searching for the North Pole.
Days 8-16 Canadian Arctic and the
Northwest Passage Over the coming
days there will be many incredible sights,
including Grise Fjord, Canadas northernmost
community, Coburg Islands staggering array
of seabird-covered cliffs, abundant wildlife
on Devon Island and the melancholy scene
of three lonely graves on Beechey Island, the
only clue to the disappearance of Sir John
Franklins 1845 expedition. Other likely island
stops include Bathurst, Melville and Banks,
each rich in wildlife opportunities.
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Day 17 Kugluktuk-Edmonton
Located at the mouth of the Coppermine
river where the tundra is close to the tree line,
here you may find grizzly bears, wolverines
and moose, as well as tundra wildlife, such
as muskoxen, caribou, foxes and wolves.
Disembark the ship and board a charter
flight south to Edmonton.
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Welcome
to Alaska
The vast American state of Alaska is six times the size
of Britain and is home to some of the USAs highest
peaks, including Mount McKinley, the tallest mountain
in North America. Alaska also boasts active volcanoes,
lush rainforests, a remote Arctic frontier and an
incredible 100,000 glaciers!
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Welcome to Alaska
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When
to Visit
Alaska Holidays
Alaskas wild beauty, abundant wildlife and diverse culture offer great appeal to those looking to travel off the beaten track.
Our collection of holidays to Alaska includes self-drive itineraries, memorable rail journeys, wildlife holidays and scenic cruises, as well
as a full tailor made service to ensure you get the most out of your Alaskan adventure. Our Accredited Alaska Specialists are on hand
to help you through the booking process, from initial planning to booking flights, stopovers and all your ground arrangements.
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When to go
Mid-May to mid-September is the ideal time to visit this wilderness
state - from late spring through to early autumn. During the height
of the summer, with endless days under the glow of the midnight
sun, there is plenty of time available to explore epic landscapes in
search of dramatic photo opportunities and wildlife encounters.
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Getting
Around Alaska
Many key attractions are easily reached by road or
on the excellent Alaska Railroad. With such an extensive
coastline, travelling by water is sometimes the only
option unless you take to the skies in one of Alaskas
ubiquitous floatplanes.
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Self-drive
Rail Journeys
Cruising
Air Travel
Escorted Touring
Flying is a way of life in
Alaska: 1 person in 85 is a
pilot and Anchorages Lake
Hood is the busiest sea
plane base in the world!
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Accommodation
in Alaska
Remote cabins provide excellent access to the Alaskan
wilderness and wildlife, whilst city hotels ensure a comfortable
base from which to explore. We offer a range of hotels and B&Bs,
rustic log cabins and unique nature lodges.
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Accommodation in Alaska
Hotels
Wilderness Lodges
Unique Stays
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Anchorage
& the South
The central south region of Alaska stretches from the main gateway of Anchorage,
Alaskas largest city, east to the Canadian border via the spectacular Wrangell St Elias National Park. The glacier-strewn, wildlife-rich fjords of Prince William
Sound and the Kenai Peninsula are an unmissable draw to the south.
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Bear Viewing
Approximately 45 minutes by
floatplane from Anchorage,
Redoubt Bay is one of the
most easily accessible bear
viewing spots in Alaska.
Explore Talkeetna
Kenai Fjords
Alyeska Resort
Alaska Railroad
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Fairbanks
& the Interior
Crossing the heart of Alaska is the Alaska Range, 400 miles
of breathtaking mountains which include North Americas
highest peak, Mt McKinley. Mt McKinley sits in Denali
National Park, a vast protected area famed for its abundant
wildlife and spectacular scenery. Further north lies the city
of Fairbanks, the gateway to the Arctic beyond.
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Discover Fairbanks
Arctic Experience
Denali
Backcountry Lodge
Midnight Sun
McKinley Flightseeing
Riverboat Adventure
Border Crossings
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The Inside
Passage
Alaskas southeast is a landscape of deep fjords and hidden
inlets, scattered with rainforest-clad islands and surrounded
by staggering snow-capped mountains and calving glaciers.
This natural beauty is enhanced by prolific wildlife including
bears, wolves, moose, whales, porpoises, sea lions, otters,
eagles and numerous seabirds!
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Gustavus Inn
Whale Watching
Multicultural Landmarks
Coastal Villages
Juneau
Sandwiched between mountains
and sea, Alaskas charming state
capital offers easy access to
Mendenhall Glacier and Tongass
National Forest.
Glacier Bay
National Park
Cruise deep fjords past towering
coastal mountains as ancient
glaciers calve thunderous chunks
of ice into the water below.
Wow is the only word I can think of. We saw the grizzlies,
whales and glaciers, as well as moose, bald eagles, black bear,
wolf, porpoise, sealions, seals and lots more native species
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Southwest &
Far North Alaska
Alaskas sparsely populated southwest corner stretches
across the Bering Strait, almost touching Russia. This region
offers excellent bear-viewing opportunities on Kodiak Island
and Katmai National Park. Equally remote is the far north,
a vast expanse of tundra home to isolated communities
and immense herds of wild caribou and musk oxen.
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Brooks Lodge
Arctic Wildlife
Pribilof Islands
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Alaska by
Rail, Road & Sea
Self-drive holiday
Combine journeys on Alaskas iconic Railroad, extensive
ferry system and the historic Richardson Highway for a
memorable and varied adventure. This itinerary takes in
beautiful Denali National Park and Prince William Sound,
showcasing mountains, glaciers, wildlife and wilderness.
Fairbanks
Alaska
Railroad
Delta Jct.
Denali Park
Entrance
Valdez
Anchorage
Whittier
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Talkeetna
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ferry
Snapshot
Self-drive holiday
Anchorage to Anchorage
Prices
From 1,218pp (two sharing
vehicle and a room)
Duration
8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation
Standard Hotels
Departures
May-August
As with all our self-drive
holidays, this itinerary can
be fully tailored to suit
your requirements.
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Anchorage Arrive in Anchorage
for an overnight stay.
Day 2 Anchorage-Denali (7.5hrs) Board the
train and follow the Alaska Railroad north to
Denali. Watch the mountains of the Alaska
Range come into view as you approach Denali
National Park.
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Alaskas
Natural Wonders
Self-drive holiday
A comprehensive exploration of wild Alaska, taking
in the national parks of Denali, Kenai Fjords and
Wrangell-St Elias, this holiday also includes a scenic
flight over Mt McKinley, a guided hike in Alyeskas
rainforest and a cruise to the Knik River Glacier.
Fairbanks
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Nenana
Delta Jct.
Denali Park
Entrance
Paxson
Talkeetna
Anchorage
Glennallen
Kennicott /
McCarthy
Palmer
Girdwood
Seward
Snapshot
Self-drive holiday
Anchorage to Anchorage
Prices
From 2,601pp (two sharing
vehicle and a room)
Duration
15 days (14 nights)
Accommodation
Standard or Superior Hotels
Departures
June-August
As with all our self-drive
holidays, this itinerary can
be fully tailored to suit
your requirements.
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Anchorage Arrive in Anchorage
for an overnight stay.
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More Self-drive
Holidays from
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Introduction
to Alaska
Ideal for those short on time,
discover the mountains and
wildlife of Denali National
Park and the glaciers and
marine wonders of the
Kenai Peninsula.
Highlights
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Highlights
of Alaska
Highlights
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Alaska in
Depth B&B
Highlights
Watch sea otters playing
in the surf and the prolific
birdlife of Gull Island, Homer
Meet the locals and
make new friends as you
stay in family-run B&B
accommodation
Best of the
Yukon & Alaska
A comprehensive
exploration of the wild
landscapes of the north
west, featuring soaring
mountains, ancient glaciers,
mighty rivers and remote
frontier towns.
Prices from 1,841pp
(two sharing)
Departures (14 nts)
May-September
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Glaciers, Grizzlies
& Whales
Wildlife holiday
Experience the natural beauty and prolific wildlife
of the Inside Passage, from the icy wonderland of
Glacier Bay to the grizzly bear haunts of Admiralty
Island. Explore deep fjords and lush rainforests in
search of whales, otters, sea lions and bald eagles
on this unforgettable twin-centre holiday.
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Glacier Bay
Juneau
Admiralty
Island
Snapshot
Wildlife holiday
Brown bears
& humpback whales
Prices
From 1,714pp (two sharing)
Duration
6 days (5 nights)
Accommodation
Standard Hotel in Juneau;
B&B in Gustavus
Departures
May-August
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
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Alaskan
Railroad Adventure
Independent holiday
Sit back, relax and take in the surrounding wilderness
on this superb alternative to self-drive touring, using
the legendary Alaska Railroad. With excursions included,
explore Fairbanks and the national parks of Kenai Fjords
and Denali on a rail journey to remember.
Alaska
Railroad
Fairbanks
Denali Park
Entrance
Talkeetna
Seward
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Snapshot
Independent holiday
Anchorage to Anchorage
Prices
From 1,504pp (two sharing)
Duration
9 days (8 nights)
Accommodation
Standard hotels
Departures
May-September
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Anchorage Overnight in Anchorage.
Day 2 Anchorage-Seward (4hrs)
Embark the Alaska Railroad train south to
Seward on the scenic Kenai Peninsula.
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Tracy Arm
Admiralty Island
Wrangell
Narrows
Pacific Ocean
Thomas Bay
Wrangell
Ketchikan
Snapshot
Cruise holiday
Juneau to Ketchikan
Prices
From 1,582pp (two sharing)
Duration
8 days (7 nights)
Accommodation
MV Wilderness Adventurer
or MV Wilderness Discoverer
Departures
May-September
Highlights
Outline Itinerary
Day 1 Juneau Board your ship and set
sail for Tracy Arm.
Day 2 Tracy Arm-Frederick Sound
Marvel at the huge icebergs, cascading
waterfalls and abundant wildlife of Tracy Arm,
then visit the humpback whales that frequent
Frederick Sound.
Day 3 Thomas Bay Enjoy time to explore kayak across the bay, take a rainforest hike,
or stay on board for a massage!
Day 4 Baird Glacier-Wrangell Narrows
Explore glacial landscapes today, with
a choice of kayaking, paddle boarding,
zodiac cruising or hiking on offer for a closer
inspection of the surrounding wilderness.
Day 5 Wrangell Visit Wrangell, one of the
oldest towns in Alaska and home to Kiksetti
Totem Park.
Day 6 Behm Canal-Tongass National Forest
Wildlife abounds in Behm Canal and the
surrounding Tongass National Forest - orca,
porpoise, seals, sea lions, brown and black
bears, mink, marten, eagles and otters can
all be found here.
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Why not treat yourself and make the journey part of your
overall holiday experience by travelling in premium
economy or business class? Offering greater space and
comfort, you can enjoy a more relaxing start to your
holiday and arrive at your destination feeling refreshed
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The holiday prices shown in this brochure do not include international airfares this way we can ensure we can offer the best available fares, routes and airlines for your
own specific holiday requirements. Popular airlines offering flights to Canada and Alaska
are Air Canada, Icelandair and British Airways, as well as Air Transat and Virgin Atlantic.
Air Canada
Icelandair
British Airways
Visa Information
Passport Requirements
Alaska British Citizens may visit the USA for up to 90 days under the
Visa Waiver Programme (VWP). All those travelling under the VWP
arriving by air or sea must complete an online ESTA prior to arrival.
If arriving by land from Canada you will not require an ESTA, but
will be required to complete an I-94W form on arrival at the border.
Processing fees apply. While in the US under the VWP, you may go
to Canada and re-enter the US using the ESTA and admission
stamp you were issued when you first arrived in the US.
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Iceland Stopovers
& Extensions
Due to the curvature of the Earth, most routes between
the UK and Canada and Alaska fly close to or over
Icelandic airspace - so why not stop there en route?
Icelandair offer a number of flights to North America
direct from Keflavik - providing the perfect excuse
for a short stopover in Reykjavik, or an extended
exploration of Iceland.
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Aurora
Nights
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Journey to
the Centre
of the Earth
Mt Hekla
to the Ocean
A Taste
of Iceland
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