Canada & Alaska – 23-Day Escorted Tour (2012)

 

Canada & Alaska – 23-Day Escorted Tour (2012)

 

The Great Northern Adventure - Hosted by Stephen Jennings

 

Back in August 2012, I had the pleasure of leading a wonderful group of Hawke’s Bay travellers on an unforgettable adventure through Canada and Alaska. It was one of my first long-haul escorted tours, and even now, it stands out as one of the most spectacular trips I’ve ever hosted.

We began in Vancouver, exploring the waterfront and Stanley Park before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer for one of the world’s most scenic rail journeys through the Canadian Rockies. From Whistler and Jasper to the turquoise waters of Lake Louise and the alpine beauty of Banff, each day brought new landscapes, wildlife, and stories to share.

To finish, we joined a seven-night cruise aboard Holland America Line, sailing the Inside Passage north to Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan. Drifting past towering glaciers and spotting whales from the deck was something none of us will ever forget — the perfect ending to a journey that blended adventure and comfort in true YouTravel style.

 

 

Highlights from the Journey

 

  • Exploring Vancouver, Whistler, and Victoria

  • Travelling through the Canadian Rockies aboard the Rocky Mountaineer

  • Visiting Jasper National Park, Lake Louise, and Banff

  • Stopping at Athabasca Glacier and the Columbia Icefield

  • Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard Holland America Line

  • Shore excursions to Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan

  • Experiencing Glacier Bay National Park up close

 

 

About the Tour

 

  • Duration: 23 days

  • Departure: 22 August 2012, from Napier

  • Group Size: 20 travellers

  • Inclusions: Return flights from Napier, Rocky Mountaineer rail journey, 4-star hotels, Holland America Inside Passage cruise, most meals, guided excursions, and full hosting by Stephen Jennings.

 

 

A Few Words from Stephen

 

“There was something special about standing on the deck of the ship in Glacier Bay, surrounded by ice and mountains, hearing the crack of the glacier echo through the valley. Everyone went quiet - it was breathtaking. That’s the kind of moment that makes leading these tours so rewarding.”

 

 

Looking Ahead

 

If you’ve dreamed of cruising through glacier country or riding the Rocky Mountaineer, keep an eye on our [Stephen’s Guided Tours Hub] for future adventures.

Each year I plan new escorted journeys departing directly from Napier, so you can see the world with a familiar face by your side.

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