Highlights
Small group experience of a lifetime
7-night cruise of Alaska's Inside Passage onboard Holland America's "ms Koningsdam - Outside Cabin - category C
Port calls include Tracy Arm Inlet, Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan
Full-day sightseeing tour from Vancouver to Whistler, including Peak to Peak Gondola Ride
Full-day excursion to Victoria, including a visit to the Beautiful Butchart Gardens
Full-day sightseeing of Vancouver's North Shore, including Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Gastronomic Gastown tour, Vancouver's famous Foodie District
Silver Leaf Rocky Mountaineer – journey throughout the Clouds Rail Journey from Vancouver to Jasper
Sightseeing in Jasper
World Heritage UNESCO Jasper National Park
Lovely cruise on Lake Maligne
Athabasca Glacier Adventure and Skywalk
Afternoon tea at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Banff sightseeing including Sulphur Mountain and Bow Valley and Falls
Gondola ride in Banff
Friends for company
Inclusions
Personally escorted from Australia, your SWT tour hostess is on hand to assist with making your holiday a memorable one
Return economy airfares ex Melbourne with Air Canada (via Brisbane / Sydney)
Private touring coach with professional driver & local guides at each destination
7-night cruise onboard Holland America "Ms Koningsdam" - Outside Cabin - category C
2-day rail journey onboard Rocky Mountaineer in Silver Leaf, including lunch daily
Private airport, rail and hotel transfers throughout
All meals whilst cruising
All accommodation as detailed in the itinerary
Amazing sightseeing as per our itinerary
Willing to share option (subject to availability)
Meet and greet before departure via Zoom
Sisterhood documentation and ticket wallet
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Optional upgrade (Subject to price increases and availability - please enquire at the time of booking)
Upgrade to Gold Leaf on the Rocky Mountaineer - cost $1226.00
Upgrade to Verandah Cabin (category V) on Ms Koningsdam - cost $919.00 per person twin share / $1488.00 for a single. Please note that these cabins will be a mix of VB, VC, and VD categories.
TIPPING:
Local tipping is appreciated in Canada & Alaska. Sisterhood Womens Travel tipping system involves passengers contributing to a kitty which is paid to the tour hostess at the beginning of the tour, who then distributes it to service providers on your behalf. The estimated amount for your tour will be confirmed in your final documentation.
Tipping for Rocky Mountaineer is included in your tour cost
Tipping on Holland America Cruise is included in your tour cost
Independent Tipping (not included in the above)
* Taxes subject to change*
Notice
Moderate Fitness Rating - A moderate fitness level will be required for these tours due to the length and/or overall physicality of our tour itinerary. You can expect to walk more than 10,000 steps daily on more challenging terrain and for longer periods. You must be capable of boarding and disembarking coaches, trains and boats unaided and at times handle your luggage. For more information on our physical ratings, please click here
Visa Requirements:
You will need to obtain a visa waiver for entry into the USA (Alaska) - approx USD21.00 - https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/
You will need to obtain a visa waiver for entry into Canada - approx CAD7.00 - https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta.html
** IF, WHEN APPLYING, YOU ARE ASKED TO PAY MORE - DO NOT PROCEED ** It might be a scam website. The above 2 links ARE the legitimate websites to apply.
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Friday 28 August 2026
Melbourne - Brisbane - Vancouver (D)
Welcome to Sisterhood Womens Travel.
Join your tour hostess and fellow travellers at Melbourne Airport for your flight to Canada. Sit back, relax and enjoy the in-flight entertainment as we head towards our fantastic adventure.
Upon arrival at Vancouver Airport, we will be met and transferred to the hotel with a Vancouver Sightseeing Tour en route. Urban sophistication mixed with multicultural flair makes Vancouver one of the most liveable cities in the world. This metropolitan city is always a bustle of activity with spectacular scenery, world-class dining, and fabulous shopping.
Explore Chinatown - North America’s second largest and historic Gastown with its 19th-century buildings, cobblestone streets and hidden passageways with a stop at the Steam Clock. Then we will see English Bay, Canada Place & the waterfront with a stop at the Olympic Flame Monument. The tour will end with a drive around Stanley Park with stops at the Totem Poles and Prospect Point.
Upon arrival at the hotel, check in for an overnight stay at the hotel.
This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner in the hotel.
Accommodation - Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver (or similar)
Day 2 - Saturday 29 August 2026
Granville Island - Holland America Cruise (B, D)
This morning we will be collected from the hotel for a visit to Granville Island with its famous public market, art and craft shops and many cafes and restaurants.
Later, we'll transfer to Vancouver Cruise Terminal for the 7-night cruise of Alaska’s Inside Passage!
Cruising through the Inside Passage is really what has made Alaska cruising so popular. This trip captures so much of what people love about Alaska. There are glaciers the size of Rhode Island, misty rainforests, ghostly blue fjords and spirited communities that celebrate their varied heritage. Be sure to take in every view sailing through one of the most beautiful parts of Alaska.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 3 - Sunday 30 August 2026
Inside Passage Cruising (B, L, D)
This is one of the most famously beautiful passages in the world.
Stretching through stunning landscapes, from Misty Fjords National Monument to famed Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 4 - Monday 31 August 2026
Tracey Arm Inlet & Juneau (B, L, D)
Steep cliffs and glacier-covered mountains flank this fjord, fringed by the largest intact coastal temperate rain forest in the United States. Old-growth trees colonized Tracy Arm's mouth long ago as the Ice Age retreated. The twin Sawyer Glaciers flow from the peaks down to the sea, sloughing off story-high chunks of water frozen decades or even centuries before. Even more glorious than nearby Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm is part of the 5.7 million acres (or around 23,000 square kilometres) of pure wilderness sheltered by the Tongass National Forest (America's biggest). Visitors often see bears, whales and mountain goats roaming across various corners of this pristine area, not to mention chubby baby seals resting on the ice floes.
Arrive into Juneau at 1330hrs and depart at 2230hrs.
Juneau, the capital of Alaska, was founded during a gold rush in 1880. Today, the former gold-mining town counts among its riches some of Alaska's most spectacular scenery. With its snow-capped mountains, misty rainforests, massive glaciers and bounty of wildlife, Alaska’s remote state capital is the perfect place to dive into nature. Framed by Mount Juneau and Mount Roberts, the city’s picturesque downtown area offers centuries-old bars, boutique shops and historic landmarks. For a taste of the local culture, visit the historic district and the Alaska State Museum. And for outdoor thrills, take your pick of activities ranging from whale watching in Auke Bay Harbor to tundra trekking over Mendenhall Glacier, and even try gold panning in Last Chance Basin.
Juneau is known for its outdoor recreation, fresh seafood and fine dining. The city itself is pleasant, but the real highlight of a visit to Juneau is tracking down some wildlife. Hike up Mount Roberts to chance upon wild deer and bald eagles. Most sightseeing and whale-watching tours head north to Auke Bay. Bring a good pair of binoculars to get the best view of these majestic and surprisingly graceful creatures. If you prefer land mammals, catch a floatplane to a nearby wildlife reserve such as Chichagof or Admiralty Island, to spy some bears lolling around on an Alaska cruise excursion.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 5 - Tuesday 1 September 2026
Skagway (B, L, D)
Arrive into Skagway at 0700hrs and depart at 2000hrs.
The tiny town of Skagway still looks like it did during the Klondike Gold Rush over 100 years ago and today it remains an outpost for thrilling Alaskan adventure. An old-time street car ride along bustling Broadway Street reveals well-preserved buildings, including the state’s oldest hotel.
See engraved walrus tusks at the Corrington Museum or get lost in riveting historical re-enactments around town.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 6 - Wednesday 2 September 2026
Glacier Bay Cruising (B, L, D)
Close your eyes and take in the sounds, the creaks and groans of “living” ice, the shrill cries of gulls and soaring eagles, the splash of a breaching humpback whale. Frosted peaks towering over mossy forests, wide tidewater glaciers (there are seven in the park) and marine wildlife are givens on Glacier Bay cruises; every experience in this changing biosphere is unique.
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve is best explored on an Alaska Cruise or an Alaska land and Sea Journey cruise tour. These ships are perfectly sized for the optimal experience. There are glaciers, fjords, inlets, rivers, streams and wildlife galore.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 7 - Thursday 3 September 2026
Ketchikan (B, L, D)
Arrive into Ketchikan at 1100hrs and depart at 1900hrs.
Alaska's 'First City' of Ketchikan is so named because it’s the first major landfall for most cruisers as they enter the picturesque fjords of the Inside Passage, where the town clings to the banks of the Tongass Narrows, flanked by green forests nurtured by abundant rain.
Ketchikan has long been an important hub of the salmon-fishing and -packing industries. Ketchikan is one of the best spots along the Inside Passage to explore the rich cultural sights of Native Alaskan nations like the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian. See intricately carved totem poles at the Totem Heritage Centre and Totem Bight State Park, while the attractions of Saxman Village just outside of Ketchikan offer the chance to see Tlingit culture in action, with working carvers and a dance show in the clan house.
Leave time to explore the sights in the town itself, including historic Creek Street, a boardwalk built over the Ketchikan Creek, and shop for souvenirs, smoked salmon and local art while exploring gold rush–era tourist attractions like Dolly’s House Museum.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 8 - Friday 4 September 2026
Inside Passage Cruising (B, L, D)
Sailing the Inside Passage offers opportunities to spot some of Alaska’s most iconic wildlife, with humpback whales and orcas plying the bountiful waters alongside the ships, bald eagles soaring overhead and brown bears lumbering on the shoreline.
Today is our last day of cruising.
On board: “Ms Koningsdam” Holland America Cruises, Ocean View Category C
Day 9 - Saturday 5 September 2026
Vancouver - Whistler - Vancouver - Sydney (B)
This morning, the cruise arrives back in Vancouver at 0700hrs. After breakfast, we'll disembark the ship and be met in the arrival area of Canada Place cruise ship terminal by the guide.
We depart in a chartered coach with the guide providing commentary up the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway along beautiful Howe Sound. Pass through the coastal community of Britannia Beach. Next, stop at BC’s highest waterfall, Shannon Falls, and view the Stawamanus Chief, the second largest standing piece of granite in the world and popular rock climbing area.
Upon arrival in Whistler at the Gondola car park, we'll take a trip on the Gondola for panoramic views of the village and surrounding mountains, and make sure to cross the Peak2Peak Gondola from Whistler to Blackcomb Mountain – a unique experience.
We will also enjoy some free time to explore the village before being picked up from the Whistler Village car park for the drive back down the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Vancouver for a three-night stay.
Dinner is at leisure tonight.
Accommodation: Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver (or similar)
Day 10 - Sunday 6 September 2026
Vancouver - Victoria - Vancouver (B)
We begin today's tour to Victoria in a chartered mini-coach with a driver providing commentary. Enjoy a wonderful ferry ride to Vancouver Island on BC Ferries, and visit the Butchart Gardens, one of the most spectacular floral displays in Canada. Created early last century from a stone quarry, the different areas of the garden are planted such that they bloom year-round. Some of the highlights include the Italian gardens, Japanese gardens, the English rose garden and the Star Pond.
We continue to downtown Victoria for an orientation tour of the Provincial Capital. Highlights include Beacon Hill Park, Bastion Square, the Parliament Buildings, Chinatown, the Inner Harbour and the historic Empress Hotel.
Return to Vancouver by ferry and coach.
Dinner is at leisure tonight.
Overnight – Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre (or similar)
Day 11 - Monday 7 September 2026
Vancouver - North Shore Sightseeing - Vancouver (B, D)
Today we board the chartered coach for a sightseeing tour to Vancouver's North Shore. This tour is all about adventure, as we take in the natural wonders surrounding Vancouver. Cross over the Lions Gate Bridge to the Capilano Suspension Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in Canada.
At Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, stand above an old-growth cedar forest and the Capilano River. Experience the awe of natural surroundings, view First Nations artwork, and feel the rush of adrenaline at the Cliffwalk attraction. The Treetops Adventure walk showcases the beauty and diversity of the Capilano coastal rainforest.
We will then be transferred by chartered coach to the Gastronomic Gastown Tour. Vancouver’s most historic neighbourhood, Gastown, is a charming maze of cobblestone streets, Victorian architecture, local boutiques, and legendary eating and drinking establishments. This three-hour Gastronomic Gastown Tour begins at the birthplace of Vancouver, marked by the statue of “Captain Gassy Jack,” from whom Gastown earned its name.
Weave expertly through the brick streets, just as the locals love to do. It’s here for craft beer and Canadian poutine and another stop for Vancouver’s best pizza. This door is for a mouthwatering cocktail, that nook for the show-stopping dessert. With every twist and turn, collect a curated list of additional recommendations to explore.
After the tour, we will be transferred back to the hotel.
Overnight - Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre (or similar)
Day 12 - Tuesday 8 September 2026
Vancouver - Kamloops on the Rocky Mountaineer (B, L)
This morning, we will be transferred from the hotel to the Rocky Mountaineer Rail Station for the rail journey to Kamloops
Upon check-in for our train departure, we will receive a boarding pass which will indicate our Kamloops accommodation. Please note that all accommodation in Kamloops is considered moderate.
Travel onboard the Rocky Mountaineer from the coastal city of Vancouver to Kamloops, in the heart of British Columbia’s interior. On today’s journey, we'll see dramatic changes in scenery, from the lush green fields of the Fraser River Valley, through forests and winding river canyons surrounded by the peaks of the Coast and Cascade Mountains, to the desert-like environment of the interior. Highlights include the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon and the steep slopes and rock shelves along the Thompson River. The day concludes as the Rocky Mountaineer travels along the shores of Kamloops Lake into Kamloops.
Upon arrival in Kamloops, we will be transferred by coach to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Dinner is at leisure tonight
Accommodation: Kamloops (accommodation will be advised on the train and supplied by Rocky Mountaineer)
Day 13 - Wednesday 9 September 2026
Kamloops - Jasper on the Rocky Mountaineer (B, L)
This morning, we will be picked up early from the hotel and transferred by coach to the Rocky Mountaineer Rail Station for the rail journey to Jasper.
The journey continues north and east to the mighty Canadian Rockies and the province of Alberta. Once again, we will be surrounded by dramatic scenery as we follow the banks of the North Thompson River through the Monashee and Cariboo Mountains, climbing ever nearer to the high peaks of the Continental Divide.
Today’s highlights include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 metres (12,972 feet), Pyramid Falls, as well as the climb over the Yellowhead Pass into Jasper National Park.
Upon arrival into Jasper, we will be transferred to the hotel for a two-night stay.
Dinner is at leisure tonight
Accommodation: The Crimson Jasper, Jasper (or similar)
Day 14 - Thursday 10 September 2026
Jasper (B)
This morning we will be picked up by a chartered coach for a full day of sightseeing in Jasper National Park. Start by exploring the townsite, Pyramid and Patricia Lakes as well as the Maligne River Valley. Stop for a nature walk in beautiful Maligne Canyon to see the narrow gorge and limestone walls.
Continue to Medicine Lake and finally, Maligne Lake, where we will enjoy a 90-minute cruise with a stop at Spirit Island. Before returning to the hotel, board the Jasper Sky Tram to be elevated high up Whistlers Mountain.
There will be time at leisure to use the hiking trails on top of the mountain (good hiking shoes needed) or just relax and take in the view.
Dinner is at leisure tonight
Accommodation: The Crimson Jasper, Jasper (or similar)
Day 15 - Friday 11 September 2026
Jasper - Lake Louise (B)
Today, we'll start the scenic journey from Jasper to Lake Louise on the famous Icefields Parkway, celebrated for Canada’s highest mountains and magnificent glaciers. Do not miss the chance to see the Sunwapta Falls and Athabasca Falls on the way.
We'll reach the Columbia Icefield, home to one of the largest ice accumulations outside the Arctic Circle, and enjoy a Columbia Icefield Adventure, one of the most unique attractions in the Canadian Rockies. Massive Ice Explorers take us on a remarkable excursion onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier.
Next, enjoy the Glacier Skywalk, a perfect balance of breathtaking views, interpretive storytelling, and adrenaline-pumping excitement. If time permits, we will make quick stops at Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, and Crowfoot Glacier along the way.
Arrive into Lake Louise and check in for an overnight stay.
Dinner is at leisure tonight
Accommodation: Lake Louise Inn, Lake Louise (or similar)
Day 16 - Saturday 12 September 2026
Lake Louise - Banff (B, AT)
Today after breakfast, we enjoy a morning drive across the Continental Divide into Yoho Park to view the spiral train tunnels, the natural bridge of stone across the Kicking Horse River as well as the beautiful Emerald.
Return to Lake Louise and enjoy afternoon Tea at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
Later this afternoon, continue onto Banff and check in at the hotel for a two-night stay.
Dinner is at leisure tonight
Accommodation: Banff Ptarmigan Inn, Banff (or similar)
Day 17 - Sunday 13 September 2026
Banff (B)
This morning we will enjoy a sightseeing tour including Bow River Falls, Tunnel Mountain Drive with the wind-eroded hoodoos and the historic Banff Springs Hotel.
Ride up the Sulphur Mountain with Banff Gondola for panoramic views over the Rocky Mountains (weather permitting).
Dinner is at leisure tonight.
Accommodation: Banff Ptarmigan Inn, Banff (or similar)
Day 18 - Monday 14 September 2026
Banff - Calgary - Vancouver - Sydney - Melbourne (B, in-flight meals)
This morning, we'll check out of the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure.
This evening, we will be collected from the hotel for the transfer to the airport for the onward flights home.
Day 19 - Tuesday 15 September 2026
In transit (cross the International Date Line)
In transit
Day 20 - Wednesday 16 September 2026
Welcome home!
An early morning arrival in Sydney and a flight home to Melbourne.
Thank you for joining us for your latest adventure, and we look forward to welcoming you back.