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Canadian Rockies Bus Tour & Alaska Cruise from Vancouver

Two of North America’s greatest wilderness experiences, back to back. Cruise Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard the Emerald Princess, then discover the Canadian Rockies on a motorcoach tour all in one unforgettable 12-day journey. After your 7-night cruise from Vancouver and a night’s rest in the city, join our guided bus tour through Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff. Every hotel, transfer, and detail is taken care of, all you have to do is show up and explore. End your journey in Vancouver or head onward to Calgary — the choice is yours.

 
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Tour Features

  • 7-night Alaska cruise through the Inside Passage, roundtrip from Vancouver
  • 1 night of hotel accommodation in Vancouver between cruise and tour
  • Comprehensive 4-day motorcoach tour in the Canadian Rockies
  • 3 nights of hotel accommodation in the Rockies (2 nights in Banff, 1 night in Jasper)
  • 3 breakfasts
  • National Parks Pass & toll fees included
  • Services of a mountain tour guide
  • About the tour
  • A deposit is required.
  • Coach tour pick-up: 8:00 a.m. from Hyatt Regency Vancouver.
  • Optional activities may be added for an additional fee
  • Guests may choose to end the tour in either Vancouver or Calgary

 

Tour Schedule, Pricing & Accommodation

2027 Starting Tour Rates

MonthDOUBLESINGLETRIPLEQUAD
May$3,312$5,499$2,961$2,712
Jun – Aug$3,621$6,045$3,211$2,979
Sep$3,921$6,645$3,611$3,329

*All tour prices are per person, based on occupancy, and are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD).

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2027 Tour Schedule

2027 Departure Dates
May 18, 25
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
July 6, 13, 20, 27
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
September 7

Hotel Accommodation

Standard Hotels Included

  • Jasper: Tonquin Inn or Jasper Inn or similar
  • Banff (2 nights): Banff Aspen Lodge or similar
  • Vancouver (1 night): Assigned 2 months prior to departure

Cruise Cabin

Inside Cabin (IB)

  • Approx. 163 sq ft
  • Two twin beds convertible to a queen with the Princess Luxury Bed
  • Private bathroom with shower, refrigerator, flat-screen TV, closet, and safe
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Departure & Arrival Times

  • Tour departs Canada Place Crise Terminal:  12:00 PM 
  • Tour Ends (Choose Either) :
    •  Vancouver (Day 12): 7:00 PM at Hyatt Regency Hotel (subject to traffic conditions)
    • Calgary (Day 12) : 1:00 PM at Calgary International Airport

Please Note: For Vancouver, The Hyatt Regency is the only pick-up and drop-off location to avoid delays when entering or leaving Vancouver.

Tour Itinerary - Canadian Rockies Bus Tour And Alaska Cruise from Vancouver (Roundtrip)

Day 1 - Embarkation (from Vancouver)

Your ship departs at 4:30 pm. We recommend arriving 2–3 hours early for a smooth check-in and boarding experience. All ship amenities are open, so start your vacation with a drink or a bite to eat. [D]

Sail through the breathtaking Inside Passage — a labyrinth of fjords, bays, and lush green islands teeming with wildlife: orca, bald eagles, mountain goats, bears, puffins, and sea otters. During summer, long daylight hours offer incredible opportunities for wildlife photography and whale watching. [B] [L] [D]

Home to the Tlingit people for thousands of years, Icy Strait Point sits near the city of Hoonah and features a historic cannery. Watch for humpback whales, orcas, seals, eagles, and brown bears, or explore the region’s rich fishing heritage. [B] [L] [D]

Step back into the Klondike Gold Rush era amid Skagway’s beautifully preserved 19th-century downtown. Visit Klondike Gold Rush National Park Museum and ride the legendary White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad for sweeping mountain views along the historic 1898 trail. [B] [L] [D]

Alaska’s capital blends cosmopolitan sophistication with rugged frontier spirit. Take a once-in-a-lifetime glacial dogsled adventure and explore this remarkable city where wilderness meets culture. (Group tours available at additional cost.) [B] [L] [D]

Known as the Salmon Capital of the World, Ketchikan is also home to the world’s largest collection of totem poles — a testament to its Tlingit heritage. Try the freshest salmon you’ll ever taste, paddle through rainforest canoe trails, or cap the day with a memorable wild crab feast. [B] [L] [D]

A relaxing day sailing through the dramatic Inside Passage. Enjoy the ship’s amenities and soak in the scenery. [B] [L] [D]

Disembark Emerald Princess in Vancouver around 7:00 am. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city at your leisure. Overnight in Vancouver. [B]

The journey from Vancouver to the Rockies takes you through the picturesque farming communities of the Fraser Valley, with a memorable photo stop in the charming town of Hope. As you continue, you’ll ascend into the majestic Coastal Mountains and follow the picturesque Coquihalla Highway to Kamloops. After a lunch break, you’ll retrace the historic path of the famous Overlanders, following the winding course of the North Thompson River to Jasper. Along the way, take a moment to marvel at the awe-inspiring Mount Robson, the tallest peak in British Columbia. Enjoy an overnight stay in Jasper.

Start your morning with a refreshing hike (optional) through the Maligne Canyon, a remarkable limestone gorge adorned with six narrow bridges and picturesque waterfalls. Continuing our journey south along the magnificent Icefield Parkway, often hailed as one of the most beautiful highways in the world, we will explore its must-see attractions, including Athabasca Falls, Peyto Lake (seasonal), and Crowfoot Glacier. At the Columbia Icefield, ride the “Ice Explorer”** on Athabasca Glacier or visit the Glacier Skywalk**. Overnight in Banff. [B]

Prepare yourself for another exhilarating day of sightseeing and activities in Banff National Park. As we make our way to Lake Louise, we will pause at Johnston Canyon for a leisurely hike (optional) along the trail that guides us to the breathtaking Lower Falls. While at Lake Louise, you’ll find numerous viewpoints offering splendid photo opportunities of the majestic Victoria Glacier towering over the lake. In the afternoon, our adventure continues as we explore other notable attractions in the Rockies, including Moraine Lake (seasonal), Banff Springs Hotel, and Bow Falls. Don’t forget to take advantage of the gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain** for a breathtaking panoramic view of Banff town and its surrounding or Upper Hot Springs for a soothing soak in the hot, mineral-rich water. Overnight in Banff [B]

Heading west, you’ll cross the Continental Divide — the boundary separating waters bound for the Atlantic and Pacific — and pass the famous Spiral Tunnels, a remarkable feat of railway engineering built to carry trains safely down the steep mountain grade. Arrive in downtown Vancouver in the evening. [B]

Calgary option ★★: Instead, head east from Banff on the Trans-Canada Highway and watch the peaks give way to rolling foothills and open prairie. Frequent departures from 6:15 am; approx. 2.5 hours to Calgary Airport or 3 hours to downtown. Drop-offs at Calgary Airport, Delta Calgary Downtown, The Westley, Fairmont Palliser, Westin, Calgary Marriott, or Sandman City Centre only. Extra nights in Banff or Lake Louise can also be arranged at additional cost, with flexible onward departure to Calgary. [B]

[B] = Breakfast
★★ $100 per person cost + tax

Interior Cabin

Your home at sea is an Interior Stateroom (category IB) aboard the Emerald Princess — a quiet, comfortable retreat of approximately 163 square feet.

Two twin beds convert to a queen on request, and the stateroom includes a private bathroom with shower, a spacious wardrobe, refrigerator, flat-screen TV, in-room safe, and complimentary 24-hour room service.

With glaciers, whales, and the Inside Passage waiting on deck each morning, it’s the perfect place to recharge between unforgettable days.

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Balcony Stateroom

Enjoy Alaska’s breathtaking scenery from your own private balcony, complete with two chairs and a table — perfect for watching glaciers drift by or spotting wildlife along the coastline. At approximately 231 sq. ft. with a 45 sq. ft. balcony, these staterooms feature two lower beds convertible to a queen-size bed, private bathroom with shower, desk, and generous closet space. Category BB staterooms are located on the higher Decks 11 and 12 of the Emerald Princess, offering excellent positioning with great views and easy access to onboard amenities.

FAQs - Canadian Rockies Bus & Alaska Cruise Package (Roundtrip)

Vancouver to Alaska Cruise and Rockies Bus Roundtrip Tour

This is one of the most complete land-and-sea itineraries departing from Vancouver, covering two roundtrips, one to the Canadian Rockies and one Alaska cruise – all in a single 12-day journey.

The trip pairs a 7-night Alaska Inside Passage cruise aboard the Emerald Princess with a fully guided 4-day motorcoach tour through Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff. Your package includes 3 nights of hotel accommodation in the Rockies (2 in Banff, 1 in Jasper), 1 hotel night in Vancouver between the cruise and tour, all National Parks passes and toll fees, and a professional mountain tour guide throughout the Rockies portion.

Every hotel, transfer, and logistical detail is handled, you simply show up and explore. The tour ends with a choice of Vancouver or Calgary drop-off, giving you added flexibility for onward travel.

Our tours are exclusively conducted in English by a seasoned tour director boasting over a decade of professional experience!

Demand for North American Tours is always exceptionally strong, with many departures filling up well in advance. To secure your preferred travel dates and avoid the risk of hotel downgrades, we highly recommend booking early.

Our comprehensive tour packages offer a convenient, seamless start to your journey:

  • Alaska Cruise: All cruise portions of our packages depart from the Port of Vancouver’s Canada Place terminal.

  • Bus Tours: Our motorcoach tours conveniently depart from the Hyatt Regency Downtown Vancouver (655 Burrard Street), located right in the heart of the city.This central meeting point was chosen to ensure a smooth, on-time start to your adventure, making it easy for guests staying at nearby hotels to join us for their tour.

Your package covers 1 night in Vancouver (between your cruise and the Rockies tour), 2 nights in Banff, and 1 night in Jasper. These hotels are situated right in Banff and Jasper townsite, so you wake up in the Rockies. 

Yes, all meals are included during the cruise portion of your journey. For the bus tour segments, your package includes three breakfasts at the hotels in the Rockies.

We welcome guests of all mobility levels on our tours. While our motorcoaches are not equipped with wheelchair lifts, we can usually accommodate foldable wheelchairs or mobility aids that can be safely stored in the luggage compartment. If you or a companion use a mobility device, please let us know in advance — our team will do their best to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

For the Alaska cruise portion, Princess Cruises accommodates a range of mobility devices. If you are travelling with a mobility device, Princess requires you to complete a mobility questionnaire in advance so they can arrange appropriate accommodations on board.

You can contact our office at 1-604-632-3757 or email res@keywesttours.ca. Our team will be happy to assist with any questions about your Canadian Rockies Bus Tour with Alaska Cruise or any other travel inquiries.

What our Customers say

★★★★★
Highly recommended. Well organised and great staff.
The trip was so well organised and planned. The stops were educational and spectacular, the hotels were excellent and our fellow tourists were great company. The driver Nathan and tour guide Brad were fantastic; informative, helpful, incredibly funny and great company for the adults and our group.
Richard P
Richard P
November 28, 2025
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