Alaskan Vista by Rail & Cruise NCL Jewel

Tour Information

Start with a stay in Banff before setting off for two days of rail travel on the Rocky Mountaineer, passing through magnificent scenery in Canada’s west and the Canadian Rockies. The RedLeaf coach service lets you enjoy the views with extended legroom. After disembarking in Vancouver and exploring the city, head to Seattle where you will board the Norwegian Jewel to cruise up to Alaska. NCL’s exclusive Freestyle Cruising® means that if want to walk on a glacier- you can. And there’s no problem if you want to watch whales or check out the amazing scenery. But, if you’d rather be winning in the casino or relaxing in the spa, you can do that too. This style of cruising allows you to experience what you want, when you want.

Day 1

Monday - London - Calgary
Fly to Calgary and coach transfer to your hotel in Banff for 2 nights

Day 2

Tuesday - Banff - Day At Banff
Today you will have an entire day to spend exploring Banff National Park on your own. Optional activities include soaking in the mineral pools at Upper Hot Springs, enjoying a nature walk on nearby mountain trails, visiting Banff’s historic museums, cruising on Lake Minnewanka or playing a round of golf at The Fairmont Banff Springs.

Day 3-4

Wednesday/Thursday - Rocky Mountaineer
Join the Rocky Mountaineer for two days travelling through the Canadian west and the Rockies from Banff to Vancouver, with all travel during daylight hours. Wednesday night is spent in a hotel in Kamloops, and Thursday night in Vancouver.

Day 5

Friday - Vancouver - Seattle**
Travel from Vancouver to Seattle where you will spend the night. On a clear day the Seattle skyline is stunning. On rainy days there is much to do and see under cover. Take a ferry across the Sound or check out the view atop the Space Needle. **Departure on the 14th May 2012 only will have 2 nights in Vancouver rather than 1 night Vancouver and 1 night Seattle, Sailing on the 19th May 2012 departs Vancouver and arrives Seattle.

Day 6

Saturday - Embark on the Norwegian Jewel Cruise Departs 4pm
Transfer to pier for embarkation on the Norwegian Jewel. Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.

Day 7

Sunday - Cruise the Inside Passage
Travel though epic scenery, with glaciated mountains, countless islands, roaring waterfalls and virgin forests.

Day 8

Monday - Juneau Arrive 2pm Depart 10pm
Quite possibly the most beautiful state capital of all with Mt. Juneau and Mt. Roberts in the background. Take time to visit its scenic attractions, including one of the world’s only drive-to glaciers, the Mendenhall or shop in the historical district with buildings dating back to the early 1900’s.

Day 9

Tuesday - Skagway Arrive 7am Depart 9pm
Gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush in the Yukon. Hike to the 300 feet high Reid Falls from the cemetery in town or visit downtown Broadway where you will experience a true sense of frontier, boomtown life.

Day 10

Wednesday - Cruise Glacier Bay

Day 11

Thursday - Ketchikan Arrive 6am Depart 1.30pm
Just three miles long by three miles wide, Ketchikan is Alaska’s first city is a lively place. Walk the old boardwalk along Ketchikan Creek in search of shops and cafes or visit the replica totem poles which are on display at Totem Bight State Historical Park. .

Day 12

Friday - Victoria Arrive 6pm Depart 11.59pm
Rudyard Kipling once described Victoria as "Brighton Pavilion with the Himalayas for a backdrop."

Day 13

Saturday - Seattle Arrive 8am
Arrive back in Seattle in the early morning. Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking. Transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Day 14

Sunday
Arrive back after your overnight flight.

On Board
From traditional fine dining to endless buffets with custom-order action stations, there is a host of delicious options included in your cruise fare. For an additional cover charge, you’ll have access to a world of possibilities including gourmet French, Japanese Teppanyaki and an upscale steakhouse – 16 different dining choices in all.
Fabulous shows in the Stardust Theatre, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, Nintendo Wii™ on a 2-storey screen, waterslides, bars and lounges of all kinds, pools, hot tubs, kid’s centres, teen discos and more are all on board and included in your cruise fare.
Flexible accommodation ranges from the affordable to the over-the-top opulence of the Suites & Villas.

What's Included

• Transatlantic scheduled flights
• Two nights in Banff
• Rocky Mountaineer two-day RedLeaf Service
• One night accommodation in Kamloops
• One night in Vancouver
• One night accommodation in Seattle
• Seven nights NCL Freestyle cruising® on Norwegian Jewel (based on Inside Stateroom)
• All onboard meals and entertainment
• All government fees and taxes, airline taxes and fuel surcharges included