Canada & Alaska: 2-Night Rocky Mountaineer Rail Journey & 7-Night Royal Princess Cruise with All Meals
From the striking panoramas of Canada to the icy wonders of Alaska – immerse yourself in awe-inspiring scenery and rich culture on this once-in-a-lifetime nine-night rail and sail journey. Hop aboard the renowned Rocky Mountaineer for an unforgettable two-day journey across Canada’s west. Marvel at the otherworldly landscapes before arriving in Vancouver, a thriving metropolis nestled between mountains and the ocean. From here, a seven-night Alaskan cruise aboard the Royal PrincessⓇ will transport you along glacier-cut fjords and lush forests, home to humpback whales, bald eagles and brown bears.
This magnificent rail and sail journey will showcase a diverse mix of fascinating cultures, with each day filled with endless wonder. Glide across the glacial waters of Alaska’s jaw-dropping coastline onboard Cruise Critics’ Most Popular Cruise Ship – the innovative Royal PrincessⓇ – for a truly one-of-a-kind experience. With access to a dazzling range of all-inclusive dining and never-ending entertainment, this journey is one you will never forget.
Your journey takes you to: Banff, Canada – Kamloops – Vancouver – Ketchikan, USA – Juneau – Skagway – Glacier Bay National Park – College Fjord – Anchorage.
GoldLeaf Service Upgrade: Complete your luxury voyage with GoldLeaf Service aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, enjoying an exclusive outdoor viewing platform, dedicated dining car and panoramic views from your glass-domed coach.
Oceanview Upgrades: Heighten the indulgence when you upgrade to the Balcony, Deluxe Balcony Staterooms or Mini-Suite and enjoy a private furnished balcony with ocean views.
Discover the joy of cruising with 4 Unforgettable Experiences You Can Only Have on an Alaskan Cruise
Your cruise includes:
- Seven-night Royal Princess CruiseⓇ
- All-inclusive onboard dining during your cruise
- Complimentary onboard entertainment, activities and stage performances
- All port taxes, service charges and onboard entertainment
Rail Facilities
SilverLeaf Service
- Custom-designed single-level dome with oversized glass-dome windows
- Outdoor viewing area
GoldLeaf Service
- Bi-level dome with seating above and dining room below
- Full glass-dome windows with panoramic views
- Large exclusive outdoor viewing platform
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Cruise Facilities
Included Dining
- Crab Shack
- Alfredos Pizzeria
- Horizon Court
- International Cafe
- Trident Grill
- 24-hour room service
Specialty Dining
- Chef’s Table Lumiere
- Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria
- Crown Grill
- Vines Wine Bar
- Ocean Terrace
- Ultimate Balcony Dining
- Gelateria
Activities
- Discovery at SEA Programs
- Casino
- The SeaWalk
- Princess Live!
- The Piazza
- Shopping
- Art gallery and auctions
- Freshwater pools
- Hot tubs
- Sports court
Entertainment
- Movies Under the Stars
- Princess Watercolor Fantasy Show
- Original music productions
- Festivals of the world
- Guest entertainers
- Princess Theater
- Club 6
- Good Spirits at Sea
Spa
- The Sanctuary
- Lotus Spa
- Fitness center
- The Enclave at Lotus Spa
Family
- The Treehouse (for children aged three to seven)
- The Lodge (for children aged eight to 12)
- The Beach House (for teenagers aged 13 to 17)
Other
- Duty-free shop
- Concierge
- Medical facility
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Your journey begins in Banff and ends in Anchorage.
Your rail journey departs Banff Train Station at 7.30am on Day 1 and arrives in Vancouver in the evening on Day 2. Your cruise departs from Vancouver at 4pm on Day 3 (boarding normally closes approximately an hour prior to embarkation) and ends in Anchorage in the early morning on Day 10. Please ensure you arrive in time for boarding.
Transfers to the railway and the ship are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.
Roundtrip flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. Please do NOT book your flights until your cruise is confirmed.
A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website Visas Direct to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa please let us know and we would be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.
Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.
Day 1: Banff, Canada – Kamloops, Canada
This morning, make your way to Banff Station to board the renowned Rocky Mountaineer for your scenic rail journey through Western Canada. Recline in your comfortable coach and savour your gourmet lunch while expansive views of evergreen forests and jagged, snow-capped peaks whip by. Over the next two days, the winding tracks of this historic railway will carry you through Canada’s untamed wilderness, traversing the Continental Divide on the way to Vancouver. Travel between the glaciated Canadian Rockies and pass the Spiral Tunnels, Kicking Horse Canyon and expansive Rogers Pass, as well as Craigellachie, where the last spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was set.
This evening, check in at your Kamloops accommodation and spend your evening freely admiring this riverside hub, known for outdoor adventure.
Accommodation: Handpicked accommodation (your hotel will be assigned after booking).
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 2: Kamloops, Canada – Vancouver, Canada
Board the Rocky Mountaineer once more for another day of humbling natural wonder. Follow the Thompson and Fraser Rivers on your enchanting journey to Vancouver.
From the desert-like environs of the interior, to the winding river canyons and pristine forests, and on to the Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley, today’s scenery is a dramatic display of Canada’s great diversity. Watch for the steep slopes along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon.
Once you reach the coast, you’ll transfer to your luxury Fairmont stay, conveniently located near the bustling Canada Place port. The rest of the day is yours to spend exploring this vibrant city at your leisure.
Accommodation: Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver (Fairmont King Room) or similar
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3: Vancouver, Canada
This morning, get to know Vancouver’s best sights before making your way to the cruise terminal. Visit forested Stanley Park and its series of totem poles, admire the emerald-footed Lions Gate Suspension Bridge or wander through historic Chinatown and wait for the magically photogenic Gastown Steam Clock to sound its whistle. Stop by busy Canada Place on the harbour and stroll central Robson Street for a taste of city living, before arriving at the ship for a timely 4pm departure (boarding normally closes approximately an hour prior to embarkation).
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Dinner
Day 4: At Sea
Spend the day sailing in style as you familiarise yourself with the Royal PrincessⓇ. Head to the fitness centre for a workout, bask in the bright lights of the Watercolour Fantasy Show, see if you have what it takes to be The Voice of the Ocean, delight in a pamper session at the spa and salon, browse the onboard boutique shops or meet likeminded guests with an immersive cocktail experience with Good Spirits at Sea.
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Ketchikan, USA
Glide into Ketchikan this morning — a quaint coastal Alaskan town, just three blocks wide with picturesque harbourfront houses and a colourful frontier history. From the joys of an Alaskan lumberjack show to invigorating hiking trails, your day ashore contains a unique taste of America’s northernmost state’s coastal life. You might choose to visit Totem Heritage Center and Potlatch State Park, join a historical walking tour or nurse a drink at one of the town’s cherished bluegrass and jazz bars. When you’re feeling hungry, an abundance of fresh seafood awaits.
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Juneau, USA
Juneau is widely considered the most remote, most beautiful and strangest state capital in the United States. Surrounded by water, forest and mountains, the elusive city is only reachable by ship, plane or ferry. Alaska’s remote capital invites you to hike a glacier, eat freshly caught fish on a seaside patio and tour a grand capitol building all in one day. The real highlight of a visit to Juneau is tracking down the wildlife. Hike up Mount Roberts and you might chance upon wild deer and bald eagles.
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Skagway, USA
Amid the vast landscapes of Alaska’s Inside Passage is Skagwa. Once the gateway to the legendary gold fields, Skagway quickly grew into Alaska’s largest settlement — a raucous frontier for trading posts, saloons and guesthouses. As the rush faded, so did Skagway — but today, it has been reinvigorated as an outpost for those looking to explore Alaska’s history, pristine wildlife and natural beauty.
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Glacier Bay National Park, USA
The crowning jewel of the Inside Passage, Glacier Bay National Park is a truly incomparable series of imposing peaks, bobbing icebergs and spectacular wildlife spots. Home to more than 1,000 glaciers, this breathtaking bay is a wonderland of wintry grandeur. From the comfort of your stateroom, or with a prime position on deck, watch the towering glaciers pass by on this contemplative day at sea.
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: College Fjord, USA
Your ship offers the perfect platform for viewing the world’s largest collection of tidewater glaciers and magnificent snowcapped mountains that make up the College Fjord. Marvel at the thunderous splashes of ice tumbling from glaciers and catch a glimpse of one of the area’s 40-ton humpback whales, all while taking advantage of the ship’s onboard amenities.
Accommodation: Royal PrincessⓇ
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Anchorage, USA
Your incredible cruise comes to an end today after breakfast. Disembark the ship with lifelong memories and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in Anchorage as you go forward with your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Update [7 December 2023, 10.55am AEDT]: Cruise departure dates updated.
Booking Summary: Purchasing this deal does not complete your booking. A booking form will be emailed to you after purchase. Please complete the Traveller’s Details within 48 hours.
IMPORTANT: Failure to complete your booking form may result in forfeiting your booking. Once your booking form has been finalised a member of the Cruise Team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address. You will then be required to complete your online check-in and print your e-ticket and baggage tags; you will also be able to add beverage packages, specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments, etc.
This Rail and Cruise package is valid for the following departure dates:
- 16 May 2024 (Embark Rocky Mountaineer) + 18 May 2024 (Embark Royal PrincessⓇ)
- 22 August 2024 (Embark Rocky Mountaineer) + 24 August 2024 (Embark Royal PrincessⓇ)
- 5 September 2024 (Embark Rocky Mountaineer) + 7 September 2024 (Embark Royal PrincessⓇ)
IMPORTANT: Please allow for travelling time. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive in on time for your cruise.
Booking Process
- Select which package option you would like, taking care to choose the correct cabin option
- Click on the green ‘Check Availability’ tab
- Using the plus or minus adjust the number of people you would like to book then click the ‘View Available Dates & Prices’ tab
- Click the blue ‘Select’ button then the green ‘Review & Payment’ tab at the bottom right of the screen
- Fill out your preferred payment method and click the green ‘Pay Securely Now’ tab
- Once your order is complete, you will receive your Luxury Escapes automated booking summary email (this is not your cruise confirmation), and you will be prompted to complete your Traveller Details within 48 hours of purchase
- Once your traveller forms are completed they will be sent to the Luxury Escapes Cruise Concierge team, who will then contact you to advise if your cruise is confirmed
- Should you require assistance with your cruise, please contact our Cruise Concierge team at cruises@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey
IMPORTANT: The Twin-Room Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin room). You must purchase TWO PACKAGES.
Solo Traveller Surcharge: Solo travellers must pay a surcharge and packages are subject to availability. Please contact Luxury Escapes to enquire.
Please note that packages cannot be split.
AMENDMENTS & CHANGES
Name Change or Corrections
- Name corrections may incur a fee.
- Name changes are not permitted.
48-Hour Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee:
- All cruise bookings have a 48-hour ‘Change of Mind Guarantee’ where any monies paid (less unrecoverable costs) within 48 hours of the initial purchase date will be refunded – no questions asked.
- Bookings outside the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ window will be non-refundable and non-changeable.
Cabin Sizes and Bedding Configuration
This cruise includes the following cabin types:
- Interior Stateroom: 14sqm with one queen bed or twin single beds.
- Balcony Stateroom: 19sqm with one queen bed or twin single beds and a picture window.
- Deluxe Balcony Stateroom: 21sqm with one queen bed or twin single beds and a private balcony.
- Mini-Suite: 30sqm with one queen bed or twin single beds and a private balcony.
Post-Cruise Accommodation:
- Vancouver – Fairmont Pacific Rim (Fairmont King Room) – Five Star
IMPORTANT:
- Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
- Some cabins may have obstructed views and/or porthole window.
- Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers, two adults for twin-share cabins/suites/staterooms or four people for quad-share cabins.
- Wheelchair accessible cabins are not available. They are on application only prior to purchase. Surcharges may apply.
- Please contact the Luxury Escapes sales team on sales@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
Baggage Restrictions
- Passengers are permitted one piece of baggage with a maximum weight of 23kg on tour.
- Passengers are permitted one additional, small personal bag.
Inclusions
- Two-day scenic railway journey aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
- One night of handpicked accommodation in Kamloops
- One night of five-star pre-cruise accommodation at the Fairmont Pacific Rim (or similar) in Vancouver
- Seven-night Royal Princess CruiseⓇ
- All-inclusive onboard dining during your cruise
- All breakfasts, lunches and drinks aboard the Rocky Mountaineer
- Complimentary onboard entertainment, activities and stage performances
- All port taxes, service charges and onboard entertainment
Exclusions
- Roundtrip flights
- Visas
- Single supplement
- Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary/inclusions
- Speciality dining
- Shore excursions
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Gratuities are NOT included and will be added to your final bill
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Transfers to and from cruise ship
- City taxes or resort fees may apply and are payable directly to the hotel on arrival
Onboard Dining
- Dining times onboard can vary between sailings. We ask for your preference, however, your preferred dining time may not be available. We suggest that you speak with the maître d’ once onboard.
- Included dining is available at the following restaurants: Crab Shack, Alfredos Pizzeria, Horizon Court, International Cafe, Trident Grill and in-room dining.
- Speciality dining is available for a surcharge.
Itinerary
- In the event of strikes lockouts, riots, weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, or for any other reason, any scheduled sailing or port of call may be subject to change.
- Some itineraries may include tender ports.
Age Restrictions
- Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied, in the same or connecting cabin, by a parent or other responsible adult over the age of 21 for the duration of the voyage. Minimum drinking age is 21 in the USA and 18 in Canada.
- Infants under twelve months cannot be accommodated onboard.
Travel Insurance
- Travel insurance is strongly recommended. We recommend purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.
Passports & Visas
- A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they’re holding a current visa for the countries they’re visiting. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
- Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing time.
- A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).
Health & Vaccinations
- Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
- Proof of vaccination is not usually required unless you are coming from an infected area.
- Proof of Yellow Fever vaccinations is required for entry into some countries, in particular in Africa. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
- Guests may be required to provide evidence of proof of vaccination against COVID-19 from our ground operator prior to embarkation. Please contact the Cruises Concierge team on cruises@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
- Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.
Currency Onboard and Tipping
- The currency onboard is US$
- Tipping and gratuities are not included in the package, unless otherwise stated, and are at your own discretion. As a guide, approx. US$10 – US$15 per person, per day, is the industry standard.
Fitness Requirements
- Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility and must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces and climb stairs.
- Disability access is limited during the cruise, please consider this when making your booking.
- Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake any activities in this package. Further, travellers acknowledge and agree that neither us nor the third-party provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor are we liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).
Surcharges
- Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Our trusted third-party suppliers will inform guests of these changes as soon as possible.
COVID-19 Safe Plan:
The cruise line’s COVID-19 policy can be accessed here.
Deposits
The deposit amount is 35% and the final payment date is due 140 days prior to embarkation. Please note: other deposit options may be available on your package which differ from the above and which will be outlined in the ‘fine print’ and payment section of the specific package.
PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change. While the cruise line will make all reasonable efforts to provide a cruise in accordance with the published schedules and itineraries, factors such as weather, mechanical difficulties or other unforeseen circumstances may affect scheduled itineraries.
Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.
Please note this cruise is operated by Princess Cruises, one of our trusted partners. You will be contacted post-purchase with further details.