Journey in Style: Rockies to Alaska (Northbound) with Regent Seven Seas Cruises (Tour code: 15979)

Picture yourself onboard the world’s leading luxury rail experience. From the moment you set foot onboard, experience hosts that will go above and beyond to make your journey as comfortable as it is unforgettable. The custom-designed glass-dome coaches provide you with panoramic views – or get a bit closer by stepping into the outdoor viewing area. See the sights by day, sleep in a hotel at night. With Rocky Mountaineer, you get the best of both worlds: maximum views, and maximum comfort.

GoldLeaf Service Inclusions:

• Bi-level dome with seating above and dining below
• Full glass-dome windows with panoramic views
• Gourmet à la carte meals in the lower-level dining room
• Reclining, comfortable pre-assigned seating
• Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Attended by up to four Hosts, plus a full culinary team
• Complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Gourmet sweet and savoury snacks
• Large exclusive outdoor viewing platform
• Luggage handling

GoldLeaf Service | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

The Seven Seas Explorer® is a breathtaking showcase of luxury at sea, featuring iconic Pablo Picasso artwork and a striking cobalt-blue glass ceiling in the elegant Compass Rose restaurant. See for yourself how every space is designed to impress.

The Veranda Suite offers a warm, inviting sanctuary with a private balcony. Alongside the signature Elite Slumber™ bed, guests can enjoy luxurious bath amenities, an interactive flat-screen TV, and plush bathrobe and slippers. The cosy sitting area includes a perfectly sized table for a welcome bottle of Champagne or an in-suite breakfast, while 24-hour room service is always just a call away.

Veranda Suite | Credit: Regent Seven Seas

Arrive in Calgary and spend time exploring this cosmopolitan city on your own. That could be going to the top of the Calgary Tower, exploring Prince's Island Park or much more.

Overnight in Calgary at Delta Calgary Downtown

Calgary | Credit: Travel Alberta

Depart Calgary this morning for a full-day transfer concluding in Banff. Journey to Banff, where you will enjoy a spectacular boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka. Highlights include Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the Hoodoos. Admission to the Banff Gondola included. Your transfer ends on arrival in Banff late this afternoon.

Overnight in Banff at Hotel Canoe & Suites

Banff Gondola | Credit: Banff & Lake Louise Tourism

Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. Banff has activities for all, from relaxing in the Banff hot springs, and exploring the bustling town, to outdoor wildlife adventures.

Overnight in Banff at Hotel Canoe & Suites

Bow Lake | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

A morning half-day transfer takes you into Yoho National Park to view some of its natural wonders. Among the attractions are the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake and a natural rock bridge spanning the Kicking Horse River. The transfer ends in Lake Louise, where the remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to enjoy this awe-inspiring location.

Overnight in Lake Louise at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Lake Louise | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

Enjoy the day with free time to relax or book your own activities at your leisure. With its unique history and picturesque scenery, Lake Louise will not disappoint. Learn about the local wildlife, paddle the lake by canoe, or simply relax amongst the beauty.

Included today is access to BASIN Glacial Waters, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s immersive wellness experience. Inspired by the pure elements of the Canadian Rockies, BASIN offers a transformative journey rooted in thermotherapy. Guests enjoy three hours of access to the thermal circuit, moving at their own pace or following curated Trails designed to support specific wellness outcomes.

Overnight in Lake Louise at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Credit: BASIN Glacial Waters | Travel Alberta / Devon Rogers

Continue your journey from Lake Louise to Jasper on a sightseeing tour of Banff and Jasper National Parks via the Icefields Parkway. Bow Lake, the Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, and Athabasca Falls are among some of the day's highlights. The Columbia Icefield is one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle and one of the most accessible icefields in North America. Here you will ride on an Ice Explorer to the middle of the Athabasca Glacier to learn about its geological features. Lunch is provided at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. You will arrive in Jasper late afternoon.

Overnight in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Glacier Skywalk | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

This morning you are free to explore the town of Jasper on your own. In the afternoon, experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Jasper National Park on a half-day sightseeing tour. Highlights include Patricia Lake, the Jasper SkyTram, and Pyramid Lake.

Overnight in Jasper at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Jasper | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

Departing early in the morning, travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from Jasper in the Canadian Rockies to Kamloops, in the heart of the British Columbia Interior. As you journey west and south, you will be surrounded by the dramatic scenery of the Continental Divide and by the river valleys of the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains. Today's highlights include the climb over the Yellowhead Pass, Pyramid Falls, Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and the journey along the North Thompson River as you approach Kamloops in the evening.

Overnight in Kamloops

Jasper | Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

Early in the morning, your journey continues west towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. On today's journey, you will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the B.C. Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Cascade and Coast Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell's Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver this evening.

Overnight in Vancouver at Fairmont Waterfront

Credit: Rocky Mountaineer

Explore the urban elements of downtown Vancouver and immerse yourself in the wilds of Vancouver’s rugged North Shore. Combine the highlights of downtown Vancouver with a stop at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Drive by some of the most renowned sights including historic neighborhoods, scenic beaches, and a picturesque harbour and learn how Vancouver became the city it is today. Stops in Stanley Park feature Indigenous Peoples’ Totem Poles, and spectacular views of the mountains and the Lions Gate Bridge. Take in the jaw-dropping 360-degree view of the city and beyond from Vancouver Lookout's Observation Deck, and wander through the charming farmer’s market at Granville Island.

Overnight in Vancouver at Fairmont Waterfront

Totem Poles in Stanley Park | Credit: Destination Vancouver / Kazutoshi Yoshimuri

Today, you’ll be setting sail on Regent Seven Seas Explorer from Canada Place in Vancouver, ready to enjoy the comfort of your luxurious suite and the unmatched elegance of world-class cruising.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

Aerial of Vancouver | Credit: Destination Vancouver / Albert Normandin

Indulge in a day of unparalleled luxury as Seven Seas Explorer glides through the breathtaking Inside Passage. Browse the ship’s exquisite boutiques, where designer fashion, rare jewellery and exclusive fragrances await, or remain effortlessly connected with Wi-Fi throughout the vessel. Every detail of your journey is anticipated by the attentive Reception and Concierge teams, ensuring your day is filled with comfort, elegance and effortless sophistication.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

Atrium | Credit: Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Known as the first port of call for many travellers, Ketchikan welcomes guests with misty forests, towering totem poles and a working harbour where fishing boats still reign supreme. Explore Creek Street’s historic boardwalks built above salmon-rich waters, encounter world-class Indigenous art at Totem Bight or Saxman Village, or head into Tongass National Forest — the world’s largest temperate rainforest — for wildlife encounters and waterfall walks. From cultural storytelling to scenic fjords, Ketchikan captures Alaska’s coastal spirit in every direction.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

Ketchikan | Credit: Travel Alaska

Accessible only by sea or air, Juneau offers a rare mix of rugged wilderness and relaxed capital-city life. Just outside town, towering mountains and vast icefields spill into fjords, while Mendenhall Glacier provides a dramatic reminder of nature’s power and scale. In town, gold rush stories remain woven through colourful streets, while modern-day Alaska offers craft breweries, local seafood and Indigenous cultural experiences. With endless adventure on its doorstep, Juneau is a gateway to Alaska’s wild heart.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

Juneau | Credit: Regent Seven Seas

Skagway is a living postcard of frontier Alaska, where clapboard storefronts, boardwalks and historic saloons recreate the energy of the Klondike Gold Rush. It was here that hopeful prospectors set out on the gruelling journey to the Yukon, and echoes of their adventure remain in every street corner. Choose to browse heritage precincts, learn tales of triumph and hardship, or ride the iconic White Pass & Yukon Route Railway — a spectacular ribbon of track carved into mountainsides, glaciers and waterfalls. This is the Alaska of pioneers and dreamers.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

Seven Seas Explorer | Credit: Regent Seven Seas

With pine trees as tall as skyscrapers, waters alive with humpback whales, and bald eagles soaring overhead, this is the very essence of the Alaskan wilderness. Visit the Native Theatre and Heritage Center to watch Tlinglit tribal members bring their history to life through song and dance, followed by a sumptuous meal of classic Alaskan seafood. Take in breathtaking vistas on a gondola ride up Hoonah Mountain, keeping an eye out for Sitka black-tailed deer among towering spruce and western hemlock. Venture deep into the remote Spasski River Valley to a raised observation platform, where you may spot grizzly bears in their natural habitat.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

La Veranda | Credit: Regent Seven Seas

Sail into the icy grandeur of Hubbard Glacier—North America’s largest tidewater glacier—where towering blue ice walls stretch for miles and the thunderous roar of calving ice echoes across the water. From expansive Observation Decks or the comfort of your private balcony, enjoy uninterrupted views, wildlife spotting and warm hospitality as your ship glides through majestic fjords. This is the essence of Alaska’s wilderness: vast, powerful and utterly unforgettable.

Overnight onboard Seven Seas Explorer

Hubbard Glacier | Credit: Regent Seven Seas

Keep your binoculars handy to spot seals, otters and whales. Whittier is the gateway to Prince William Sound, where you can experience incredible glacier cruises and kayak in serene waters. Its unique "one-way-in" tunnel adds to the adventure. The town also provides access to nearby hiking trails and a fascinating WWII history, making it a perfect stop for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. 

After an unforgettable journey through Alaska’s wilderness and Canada’s breathtaking scenery, guests disembark from Seven Seas Explorer and transfer to Anchorage where your journey ends.