Day 1: We meet at Malta International Airport at 04:00 to check in for our Lufthansa flight LH1315 departs 05:55 to Vancouver via Frankfurt. Arrive Vancouver 14:20 (local time). Transfer to our 4 Star hotel ‘Blu Horizon’ which is located in Robson Street, Vancouver's eating, shopping and entertainment hub.Vancouver a picturesque city surrounded by the waters and is one of the most lively city in the world. Assignments of rooms and a walk with the tour leader to familiarize you with the Hotel area.
Day 2: - Vancouver : Today we visit Whistler Mountain, rated North America’s premier resort. Drive from Vancouver along the breathtaking sea to Sky Highway, our first stop will be Shannon Falls Provincial Park with a stop near Squamish to visit the ‘Shannon Falls’ is the 3rd highest falls in British Columbia. Take a few minutes to view the thundering waterfall and capture some fantastic images on your camera! Our next stop is the awe-inspiring Sea to Sky Gondola (tickets extra) An exciting ride to the top of Habrich Ridge, your views change dramatically, rising above the towering canopy of a coastal rainforest and upward above Howe Sound and the neighbouring mountains. Our last stop will be at the pedestrian village of Whistler which is located at the base of world-famous Whistler-Blackcomb Mountains. This world-famous ski resort also hosted many 2010 Olympic outdoor sporting events. We can enjoy exploring eclectic downtown shops and cafes, hiking along nature trails, or relaxing and breathing in the fresh mountain air.
Day 3: Vancouver : Half day city tour of Vancouver. This relaxing coach tour will take us to visit the city’s famous sights including Stanley Park, Shaughnessy, English Bay and Queen Elizabeth Park... we also pay a vist to the Granville Island where you can stroll around the lively market, shops for unique souvenir, and enjoy street performers ranging from musicians to magicians. Afternoon free for personal sightseeing and shopping.
Day 4: Vancouver : Today we offer you an excursion to Victoria Island with an opportunity to experience a bit of the old England. We take the ferry [included] across Georgia strait through the scenic gulf Island to Swartz Bay, we tour the famed Butchart Gardens (ent. Fee extra) with 50 acres of brilliant flowers winding paths and leaping fountains.
Day 5: Vancouver : Today we travel to the North Shore. Our first stop will be the ‘Capilano Salmon Hatchery’. This is a beautiful river forest setting where you'll be able to watch salmon as they return up-river to spawn. Sometimes there will be bear fishing in the river a few feet from your observation point. Are you ready for something really unique? Our next stop is the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge which spans the magnificent canyon (Ent. Fee extra)Let's go up to Grouse Mountain! Step aboard the Sky ride and take a 1.6Km journey like no other to the majestic nature of the Peak of Vancouver. You will take in breathtakingly views of towering trees, the city of Vancouver, the sparkling Pacific Ocean, the Gulf Islands, and nearby mountain peaks. You will have ample time to take a Chairlift (extra) to the peak, catch the humorous Lumberjack Show or watch a Birds in Motion Show. One of the highlights of your visit can be observing a Grizzly bear in the impressive Refuge for Endangered Wildlife atop Grouse Mountain
Day 6: Cruise: Transfer to Vancouver Cruise Terminal to check in to board for an unforgettable cruise through Alaska.Make sure to be on the observation deck when we set to sail at 1700 for not to miss the Spectacular view of Vancouver. Full board onboard.
Day 7: Cruise : 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 rain forests and ghostly blue fjords and spirited communities that celebrate their varied heritage. Be sure not to miss any single view as you are sailing through one of the most beautiful parts of Alaska.
Day 8: (Jul Group) Cruise: Arrive 07:00. Icy Strait Point is one tiny port that’s big on Alaskan wilderness and Native culture. Opened a decade ago by the Huna Tlingit Native Alaskans, it’s easily one of the best spots in the region for fishing and whale watching. Dive into Native Alaska culture at a tribal dance show or pay a visit to Hoonah, Alaska’s largest Tlingit village. If you want to venture over to the wild side, go on a guided nature hike through nearby rainforests or hop into an ATV and explore the backroads of Chichagof Island. At the end of the day, you can take in forest views while soaring high above the trees on the longest zip line in the world. No matter what kind of Alaska adventure you’re craving, you’ll find it in Icy Strait Point. Sailing 19:00
Day 8: (Sep Group) Cruise : Arrive Sitka at 11:30. Sitka is considered Alaska's most beautiful seaside town, with views of island-studded waters and stately spruce forests reaching to the water's edge. Sitka offers a combination of Native culture and Alaskan wilderness which provides a diverse and unequalled Alaskan experience. The mild climate and dense forests make Sitka one of the best places to view wildlife in Alaska. Sailing 18:00
Day 9: (Jul Group) Cruise : Cruising Habbard Glacier 09:30 – 14:30.
Glide in style aboard Celebrity Solstice as you cruise through the magnificent Hubbard Glacier — a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with Alaska’s icy jewel.
Day 9: (Sep Group) Cruise : We Cruise Tracy Am Fjord at 6.30 till 10.30. We arrive Juneau at around 13:30 which is the capital of Alaska, it 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. Nestled at the foot of Mt. Juneau in the Alaska Panhandle, it faces the water from the mainland side of Gastineau Channel. Several magnificent fjords are located along the channel coast, and the majestic Mendenhall Glacier. Today we suggest you take a helicopter ride where you can watch bear, mountain goats, and moose. Once you've landed, we'll take you on a once-in-a-lifetime dogsled ride. Sailing at 22:00.
Day 10: (Jul Group) Cruise: 7.30 arrive in Juneau , the capital of Alaska, it 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. Nestled at the foot of Mt. Juneau in the Alaska Panhandle, it faces the water from the mainland side of Gastineau Channel. Several magnificent fjords are located along the channel coast, and the majestic Mendenhall Glacier. Today we suggest you take a helicopter ride where you can watch bear, mountain goats, and moose. Once you've landed, we'll take you on a once-in-a-lifetime dogsled ride. Sailing at 19:00
Day 10: (Sep Group) Cruise: Arrive 07:00. Icy Strait Point is one tiny port that’s big on Alaskan wilderness and Native culture. Opened a decade ago by the Huna Tlingit Native Alaskans, it’s easily one of the best spots in the region for fishing and whale watching. Dive into Native Alaska culture at a tribal dance show or pay a visit to Hoonah, Alaska’s largest Tlingit village. If you want to venture over to the wild side, go on a guided nature hike through nearby rainforests or hop into an ATV and explore the backroads of Chichagof Island. At the end of the day, you can take in forest views while soaring high above the trees on the longest zip line in the world. No matter what kind of Alaska adventure you’re craving, you’ll find it in Icy Strait Point. Sailing 19:00
Day 11: Cruise: Ketchikan sits at the southern end of Alaska’s Inside Passage— a gateway to the wild landscapes and seascapes of Misty Fjords National Monument. The canned salmon capital of the world, it’s a hub for fishing. It’s also home to three tribes of Northwest Coast Native Americans, making it a great place to get a taste for the local culture. You’ll see it in the colorful, hand-carved totems that line the city’s streets and parks, and in the unique stilted homes that cling to Deer Mountain’s slopes. If you want to get up close and personal with nature, venture into the Tongass National Forest, the largest in the United States. Or head to Ketchikan Creek Waterfall for amazing views of downtown Ketchikan and a glimpse at the yearly salmon runs.
( Jul Grp. 13:30- 20:00 / Sep Grp 10:00 – 19:00 )
Day 12: Cruise : Today it’s a ‘Fun Day at Sea’. You can relax and enjoy the ship facilities like the Spa & Fitness centre, Sport Area, Game Arcade, Solarium and Library. On the pool deck you can warm up in one of the whirlpools. Or you can enjoy the panoramas which are dotted by small fishing villages along the coast and the protected waters are perfect for spotting wildlife.
Day 13: Arrive Vancouver cruise terminal at 07:00 – After breakfast disembarkation transfer to Vancouver airport for our flight LH493 departure to Frankfurt at 16.15
Day 14: Arrive Frankfurt at 11:00. We fly back to Malta by LH1310 at 13:55 and arrive in Malta at 16:10
(All times local)