Witness the greatest rodeo on Earth, the Calgary Stampede, paired with a rail journey on board the Rocky Mountaineer and a Holland American Line cruise of Alaska.
Flying into Calgary, you’ll enjoy a two-night hotel stay and enter the spirit of Canada’s Wild West during the world-famous Calgary Stampede. Witness unforgettable rodeos and bull riding spectacles with tickets to both the afternoon and evening events. Then it’s on to Banff National Park and the awe-inspiring Lake Louise, whose placid turquoise waters have become a symbol of Canada’s wild beauty.
Embark the Rocky Mountaineer for an all-daylight rail adventure through the Rocky Mountains to Vancouver, where you’ll join a luxury Alaskan cruise on board Holland America Line’s award-winning Koningsdam. Highlights include scenic cruising of Inside Passage and Glacier Bay, and calling to Alaska’s bustling capital, Juneau.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
7 night full-board luxury cruise on board Koningsdam
2 day luxury Rocky Mountaineer rail journey from Banff to Vancouver
SilverLeaf service attended by two hosts, plus one culinary team member
Breakfast and lunch served in the comfort of your seat plus gourmet sweet and savoury snacks included
Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Complimentary baggage delivery to your overnight hotel accommodation in Kamloops
1 day ticket to the Calgary Stampede
Banff National Park tour including a visit to Lake Louise
2 night four-star hotel stay in Calgary at the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
2 night hotel stay in Banff at the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
1 night four-star hotel stay in Kamloops
1 night four-star hotel stay in Vancouver at the Fairmont Waterfront
London departure – regional flights available
Overnight flight
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Calgary is a dynamic city famous for the Olympics, hockey, and attractions such as the Calgary Tower, which stands some 1,228 metres above sea level and offers 360-degree city views. Check into your hotel and explore!
Overnight: Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
Celebrate all things Wild West with tickets to both the afternoon and evening Calgary Stampede performances. Witness the intense chuckwagon derby, sample the diverse selection of food, and watch the nail-biting bull riding competition.
Overnight: Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
Cradled amongst soaring, snow-peaked mountains, Banff National Park is the gateway to the Rockies. Let the warm mineral waters at Banff Upper Hot Springs melt all your worries away or soak up the culture at Banff National Park Museum.
Overnight: Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
Enveloped by the majestic Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise is a crystalline gem nestled in Banff National Park. Its turquoise waters mirror the awe-inspiring peaks, creating a breathtaking tableau that lures adventurers.
Overnight: Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
Begin your adventure on board the Rocky Mountaineer as you glide into the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Highlights include the Spiral Tunnels and Kicking horse Canyon. Your journey pauses for an overnight stay at the Kamloops Hotel.
Meals Included: Lunch
Overnight: Kamloops Hotel
Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver offers a harmonious blend of urban sophistication and outdoor adventure. The city boasts a thriving arts and culture scene, diverse culinary options and a bustling waterfront, offering picturesque views.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Fairmont Waterfront
Holland America Line’s award-winning Koningsdam promises superb sailing in luxurious comfort. Discover innovative dining, signature entertainment venues like B.B. King’s Blues Club, and a soothing spa.
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
Towering fjords, sparkling glaciers, and dense forests create a breathtaking panorama. Cruise ships glide through this pristine wilderness, offering a front-row seat to nature’s grandeur as whales breach, eagles soar, and seals bask on icebergs.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
Juneau, Alaska’s capital, is a captivating destination brimming with natural wonders and rich history. Surrounded by mountains and the stunning Juneau Icefield, it offers a plethora of outdoor adventures.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
Discover Skagway —a gateway to adventure. Immerse yourself in its captivating history, wander its historic streets, and be awed by majestic mountain vistas. Let this town ignite your wanderlust and create unforgettable moments.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
With dense rainforest and few roads, Glacier Bay is best viewed from the water. Part of a 25-million-acre World Heritage site, the park is home to remarkable tidewater glaciers and wildlife including rare puffins and pods of orcas.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
Unleash your spirit of adventure in Ketchikan, Alaska. Encounter untamed wilderness, majestic wildlife, and rich Native American heritage. Let this extraordinary destination captivate your senses and ignite your sense of wonder.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
Once again, enjoy the spectacular scenery along the west Alaskan coast. Pass ice-formed fjords, sea-water glaciers formed at the tide edge, and lush islands.
Its glaciers, fjords and mountains are home to an incredible range of wildlife.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Koningsdam
Your holiday complete, today you’ll disembark your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Tour Highlights
Koningsdam
Named after a Dutch monarch, King Willem Alexander of the Netherlands, the ship was completed in April 2016 and represents a new era for Holland America Line shipbuilding.
The 2,650-passenger capacity vessel measures 297 metres long. She includes 12 decks for guests who are greeted with open arms by both crew members and Holland America Line’s signature mermaid statue in the grand atrium.
Onboard activities cater to all ages. There is also access to numerous fitness activities ranging from dance classes to outdoor exercise programs available on board.
Finally, for those seeking restorative moments during their voyage, Koningsdam offers luxurious spa services featuring award-winning facials or even specialised treatments such as massage therapy or reflexology guaranteed to leave you feeling renewed onboard! You cannot go wrong when enjoying international waters laced with marine life on board this majestic vessel.
- Tonnage 99,863 tons
- Length 974 ft (297.00 m)
Life on board Koningsdam
You won’t ever be bored while cruising on board Holland America Koningsdam, there are things for every type of passenger to enjoy.
dining
No matter how long your voyage on board the Holland America Koningsdam, you’ll experience some of the best dining at sea. The ship offers meals from some of the most renowned chefs in the business who prepare gourmet dishes for passengers each day.
- The Pinnacle Grill
- Tamarind
- The Dining Room
- Rudi’s Sel De Mar
- Nami Sushi
- Club Orange
- Canaletto
- Grand Dutch Cafe
- Explorations Cafe
- Lido Market
- New York Deli and Pizza
- Dive-In
- Gelato Shop
- Blend Wine Tasting
Facilities
There is a range of facilities on board Koningsdam to keep all guests occupied throughout the day ranging from relaxing spas to team sports and kid’s clubs.
- Library
- Greenhouse Spa & Salon
- Wi-Fi
- Sport facilities including Pickleball at Sea
- Two pools
- Whirlpools
- Nursery
- Kid’s Club
- Youth Area
- Shops
- Explorations Central
entertainment
When you’re not out and about exploring the delights of a destination, you’ll find a wealth of dazzling entertainment on board.
- Casino
- World Stage
- Night Club
- Rolling Stone Rock Room
- B.B King’s Blues Club
- Billboard Onboard
- BBC Earth in Concert
Rocky Mountaineer
Rocky Mountaineer is one of the world’s most extraordinary train journeys. This inspiring all-daylight rail escapade is the key to unlocking a hidden world of beauty, as you carve through otherwise inaccessible terrain in the Canadian Rockies, looking out for grizzly bears prowling amongst the wildflowers or majestic elks grazing in the lush fields from the comfort of your plush seat. Glass-dome coach ensure that you are, quite literally, surrounded by panoramic views of the Rockies, from emerald forests to icy blue rivers that snake through dramatic gorges.
Rocky Mountaineer benefits from being an all-daylight experience. At the end of each day, you’ll alight the train and be transferred to a nearby beautiful hotel so you can enjoy the very best views by day and the very best comfort by night.
Life on board the Rocky Mountaineer
Enjoy gourmet dining and rich, historic storytelling from the onboard Host as you travel alongside turquoise glacier-fed lakes, winding river canyons and thick blankets of forest.
Enhance your onboard experience with an upgrade to the GoldLeaf Service and receive additional perks, including a bi-level dome, full glass-dome windows with panoramic views, gourmet à la carte meals, and a large exclusive outdoor viewing platform.
SilverLeaf Service
Experience Rocky Mountaineer’s wonderful SilverLeaf level of service and you’ll step into a custom-designed single-level dome coach, featuring oversized glass-dome windows and an outdoor viewing platform for taking in the spectacular views. Regionally-inspired meals are served in the comfort of your comfortable reclining seat, which offers ample legroom. You’ll also enjoy a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and gourmet sweet and savoury snacks during your voyage, served to you by two dedicated on-board hosts who will regale you with facts about the incredible scenery you’ll encounter.
- Single level dome coach with full length panoramic windows
- Access to a covered outdoor vestibule for photo opportunities
- Delicious hot breakfasts and lunches served at your seat
- Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks
- Two dedicated onboard Hosts
- Overnight hotel accommodation in Whistler, Kamloops or Quesnel
- Complimentary luggage delivery to your hotel in Whistler, Quesnel or Kamloops
GoldLeaf Service
A new, elevated level of luxury, the Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf Service offers a host of extravagant touches to make your journey through the Canadian Rockies even more spectacular. The custom-designed bi-level coach boasts an elegant dining room and a roomy outdoor viewing platform on the lower-level, plus spacious, reclining seats and large glass-dome windows on the upper-level. Four dedicated Hosts are on hand to cater to your every whim and inspire you with tales about the history and highlights of the regions that you pass through during your journey.
- Panoramic views from your seat in the upper-level of a custom-designed bi-level dome coach
- Refreshing welcome aboard toast
- Gourmet breakfasts and lunches from an à la carte menu, served in the lower-level of the dome coach
- Complimentary snacks and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
- Attended by up to four Hosts, plus a full culinary team
- Complimentary baggage delivery to your overnight hotel accommodation in Kamloops, Quesnel or Whistler
- Access to the outdoor viewing platform
Cabins and Suites
Delight in all the details of suites and staterooms that combine plush furnishings, elegant amenities, and harmonious marine colour schemes.
Inside Prices from £5,999pp
The Inside Staterooms are nicely appointed with modern conveniences and all you need for restful and comfortable sleep.
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses
- Vanity desk with chair
- Flat-screen TV
- Private bathroom with shower, toilet, and basin
- Telephone
- Safe
- Two beds convertible to a queen-size bed
Ocean View Prices from £6,499pp
Verandah Prices from £6,999pp
Signature Suite Prices from £7,999pp
The Signature Suites are beautiful rooms, ideal if you want a little extra space and luxury. Each suite features a seating area, a king-size bed, and a furnished private verandah, as well as additional bathroom amenities.
- Mini bar
- Signature Mariner’s Dream™ bed with plush Euro-Top mattresses
- Choice of firm, medium or soft pillows
- Private bathroom with shower, dual vanity, full-size whirlpool bath and additional shower stall
- Telephone
- Safe
- Vanity desk with chair
- Two beds convertible to a king-size bed
- Separate seating area
- Private verandah
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Sofa bed
- Complimentary fresh fruit
- Deluxe bathrobes
- Generous storage
- Complimentary 24-hour In-Room Dining
- Daily housekeeping
- Elemis Aromapure bath amenities
Your Hotel Stays
Calgary
Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire (Or Similar)
Nestled in downtown Calgary, Sheraton Suites Eau Claire offers modern elegance and convenience. Its spacious suites boast stunning city views, while amenities like an indoor pool, fitness centre, and on-site dining ensure a comfortable stay. Nearby attractions, including Prince’s Island Park and the Bow River, provide a perfect blend of nature and urban exploration. Whether for business or leisure, Sheraton Suites promises a memorable stay in Alberta’s vibrant cityscape.
Banff
Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa (Or Similar)
Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa offers an unforgettable escape to the pristine wilderness. This charming retreat combines rustic elegance with modern comforts, promising an enchanting stay. Relax in spacious, well-appointed rooms, rejuvenate at the Red Earth Spa, and savour delectable cuisine at the Keg Steakhouse & Bar. With Banff’s breathtaking landscapes just outside your door, you’ll embark on adventures like hiking, skiing, and wildlife spotting. Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and tranquillity of Banff while enjoying the warm hospitality of the Caribou Lodge & Spa.
Vancouver
Fairmont Waterfront (Or Similar)
Relaxed West Coast style meets stunning harbour views at Vancouver’s Fairmont Waterfront Hotel. Situated just steps from the Vancouver Convention Centre, Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, and historic Gastown, it’s the perfect jumping-off point for exploring the city. Unwind by the heated outdoor pool overlooking the harbour, or soak up the views from ARC Restaurant + Bar, enjoying handcrafted cocktails and cuisine highlighting local produce. Choose from a variety of rooms, some offering waterfront views, and enjoy with premium amenities and facilities.
