Jagged mountains of granite, rolling
green plains, crystal-clear lakes and refreshing streams paint
the picture of a magnificent landscape on this 9-day tour
highlighted by a grand rail adventure!
Your
journey begins in Spokane, Washington before traveling to
Canada’s Waterston Lakes National Park where a full day of
leisure affords you the opportunity to acquaint yourself with
the stunning scenic beauty found here. En route to Glacier
National Park, travel the breathtaking “Going to the Sun
Road,” which stretches for 52 miles across the Continental
Divide. A naturalist’s paradise, Glacier National Park is
where you’ll discover acres and acres of forests, Alpine
meadows and lakes, and over 270 species of birds.
Montana’s peaceful prairie and
beautiful mountain landscape is evident as you travel from
Great Falls to Bozeman. Along the way you will travel the
scenic Missouri River aboard an open-air narrated river boat
and observe the land first explored by Lewis and Clark. Your
grand adventure begins as you board the Montana Rockies Rail
Tours streamliner train. Relax as you begin a 470-mile scenic
journey from Livingston, Montana to Sandpoint, Idaho traveling
along the historic route of the Northern Pacific Railroad. A
transfer by motor coach brings you to the pretty lakefront
resort town of Coeur d’Alene.
Your spectacular rail trip will be
narrated by onboard experts who will point out historic and
scenic highlights en route.
The
charming islands and coastlines of New England are like none
other in the world. Join us as we explore fascinating Martha’s
Vineyard, charming Nantucket, distinctive Cape Cod, and the
historic cities of Providence, Boston and Newport. In
Providence, some of the finest colonial architecture is
evident in and around Brown University. Newport, with its
breathtaking ocean vistas, is where you’ll enjoy a visit to
the glittering Vanderbilt summer home, Marble House. In
Boston, you’ll see the historic North End, the U.S.S.
Constitution, Faneuil Hall and the Old North Church. Your
journey to Cape Cod includes stops at the fascinating living
museum of Plymouth Plantation; Hyannis port, the home of the
Kennedy compound; and the artistic enclave of Provincetown.
Martha’s Vineyard, summer home to many celebrities and
artists, will thrill you with its quaint cottages and
beautiful vistas. After a memorable day on Martha’s Vineyard,
return to Cape Cod for a traditional New England lobster
feast. With its cobblestone Main Street and lighthouses, the
island of Nantucket is a visitor’s delight. Indulge in a
five-course farewell dinner aboard an elegant dinner train,
where you can sit back and watch the beautiful Cape Cod
scenery roll by as you enjoy your meal.
New
York City comes to life in all its glory in this spectacular
5-day getaway. See Greenwich Village, the Wall Street
district, United Nations, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and
other time-honored landmarks. Take in the sights of Ellis
Island, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building,
Little Italy and Chinatown. Visit nearby “Strawberry Field”
where millions of people come each year to pay homage to John
Lennon. And no trip to the island of Manhattan would be
complete without shopping on Fifth Avenue! You’ll also attend
two remarkable Broadway shows and thrill to the experience of
the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall featuring
the high-kicking Rockettes. There is so much to see and do and
on this special trip you have time to see the “must-sees” in
this legendary city plus ample leisure time to follow your own
interests.
Immerse
yourself in the splendor of Alaska…a state with an outstanding
quality of life and a glorious natural environment. Your tour
begins in Anchorage, a city warmed by Cook Inlet’s beauty, and
continues north stopping at an overlook for views of North
America’s highest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Join a local
naturalist for a Tundra Wilderness Tour of Denali and enjoy
two nights in this spectacular national park before boarding
ship in the port of Seward. Holland America’s Staten dam your
home for the next 7 nights, offers wonderful amenities to help
you relax in style from a domed all-weather pool to
Broadway-style performances. Cruise past the mammoth Hubbard
Glacier into Skagway, where you explore this famous gold rush
town. Enjoy stops in Juneau and Ketchikan; and embrace the
beauty of the Inside Passage, an amazing stretch of land where
wildlife sightings are all to common. Your magical cruise ends
in Vancouver, British Columbia where you'll enjoy a
comprehensive city tour before departing for Seattle.
Still
uncharted a century ago, Alaska may be our last frontier. What
better way to explore this vast and undisturbed region than
with a Collette vacation that combines the best of both land
and sea. Your first stop is Fairbanks, where you will enjoy a
home hosted dinner, where you can expect warm hospitality,
local food and plenty of interesting conversation. At Denali
National Park, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay, and tread
the permafrost with a local naturalist as you watch for
grizzlies, moose and caribou. Relax on a luxurious,
seven-night glacier cruise aboard Holland America’s grandly
proportioned Veendam and Ryndam, through College Fjord and
beautiful Glacier Bay. Alaska’s lively history comes alive on
totem poles carved with Native history and in the port town of
Ketchikan. Explore Alaska’s capital city of Juneau and sail
the lush Inside Passage known for is natural beauty and
abundant wildlife. Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of
Vancouver where you’ll take with you lifelong memories of a
once-in-a-lifetime vacation.
Experience
in grand style the snowcapped splendor of Canada in winter!
Jump-start your holiday shopping with a unique gift for that
hard-to-please someone on your list; take in the natural
scenic beauty of the Alberta prairies in Edmonton and the
majestic Canadian Rockies in Jasper; and enjoy all the
amenities that impressive hotel properties have to offer.
Beginning in Edmonton, you'll visit the world-famous West
Edmonton Mall, a shopper's paradise featuring more than 800
stores. Your next stop is the quaint town of Jasper, for a
3-night stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Here you will
enjoy a special cooking class with a renowned chef, partake in
a wonderful wine tasting, and learn some great new holiday
decorating or craft ideas. Experience the unforgettable Ice
fields Parkway en route to Banff and see majestic waterfalls,
rushing rivers, glacial peaks, and snowcapped mountain ranges.
Discover the galleries, shops and cafes of Banff before
relaxing for your final night stay at the "Castle in the
Mountains," the beautiful Fairmont Banff Springs.
Explore
the natural wonders and Viking history of Newfoundland and
Labrador on this unique journey. Set sail on a nature cruise
to Witless Bay Ecological Reserve to spot whales, puffins, and
other marine life. Travel to L’Anse aux Meadows, believed to
be the site where Norse explorer Leif Eriksson first landed,
and learn about Newfoundland’s Viking heritage. In Labrador,
explore the importance of whaling in charming fishing villages
and a 16th-century whaling port. Visit Gros Morne National
Park, Atlantic Canada’s largest park and a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Along the way, Canadian experts provide special
insight into the cultural and natural history of this maritime
province.
Travel
to the heart of the Canadian Rockies, where you’ll tour the
beautiful province of Alberta, home to such legendary spots as
Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary, and the world-famous West
Edmonton Mall, a shopping phenomenon you must experience! This
tour combines the best of the prairies and the majesty of the
Canadian Rockies with a stay in one of Canada’s most
impressive hotels, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Keep your
camera ready for spectacular photo opportunities at every bend
in the road.
Your
journey begins in Spokane, Washington before traveling to
Canada’s Waterston Lakes National Park where a full day of
leisure affords you the opportunity to acquaint yourself with
the stunning scenic beauty found here. En route to Glacier
National Park, travel the breathtaking “Going to the Sun
Road,” which stretches for 52 miles across the Continental
Divide. A naturalist’s paradise, Glacier National Park is
where you’ll discover acres and acres of forests, Alpine
meadows and lakes, and over 270 species of birds. 
The
charming islands and coastlines of New England are like none
other in the world. Join us as we explore fascinating Martha’s
Vineyard, charming Nantucket, distinctive Cape Cod, and the
historic cities of Providence, Boston and Newport. In
Providence, some of the finest colonial architecture is
evident in and around Brown University. Newport, with its
breathtaking ocean vistas, is where you’ll enjoy a visit to
the glittering Vanderbilt summer home, Marble House. In
Boston, you’ll see the historic North End, the U.S.S.
Constitution, Faneuil Hall and the Old North Church. Your
journey to Cape Cod includes stops at the fascinating living
museum of Plymouth Plantation; Hyannis port, the home of the
Kennedy compound; and the artistic enclave of Provincetown.
Martha’s Vineyard, summer home to many celebrities and
artists, will thrill you with its quaint cottages and
beautiful vistas. After a memorable day on Martha’s Vineyard,
return to Cape Cod for a traditional New England lobster
feast. With its cobblestone Main Street and lighthouses, the
island of Nantucket is a visitor’s delight. Indulge in a
five-course farewell dinner aboard an elegant dinner train,
where you can sit back and watch the beautiful Cape Cod
scenery roll by as you enjoy your meal. 
New
York City comes to life in all its glory in this spectacular
5-day getaway. See Greenwich Village, the Wall Street
district, United Nations, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and
other time-honored landmarks. Take in the sights of Ellis
Island, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building,
Little Italy and Chinatown. Visit nearby “Strawberry Field”
where millions of people come each year to pay homage to John
Lennon. And no trip to the island of Manhattan would be
complete without shopping on Fifth Avenue! You’ll also attend
two remarkable Broadway shows and thrill to the experience of
the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall featuring
the high-kicking Rockettes. There is so much to see and do and
on this special trip you have time to see the “must-sees” in
this legendary city plus ample leisure time to follow your own
interests. 
Immerse
yourself in the splendor of Alaska…a state with an outstanding
quality of life and a glorious natural environment. Your tour
begins in Anchorage, a city warmed by Cook Inlet’s beauty, and
continues north stopping at an overlook for views of North
America’s highest mountain, Mt. McKinley. Join a local
naturalist for a Tundra Wilderness Tour of Denali and enjoy
two nights in this spectacular national park before boarding
ship in the port of Seward. Holland America’s Staten dam your
home for the next 7 nights, offers wonderful amenities to help
you relax in style from a domed all-weather pool to
Broadway-style performances. Cruise past the mammoth Hubbard
Glacier into Skagway, where you explore this famous gold rush
town. Enjoy stops in Juneau and Ketchikan; and embrace the
beauty of the Inside Passage, an amazing stretch of land where
wildlife sightings are all to common. Your magical cruise ends
in Vancouver, British Columbia where you'll enjoy a
comprehensive city tour before departing for Seattle.
Still
uncharted a century ago, Alaska may be our last frontier. What
better way to explore this vast and undisturbed region than
with a Collette vacation that combines the best of both land
and sea. Your first stop is Fairbanks, where you will enjoy a
home hosted dinner, where you can expect warm hospitality,
local food and plenty of interesting conversation. At Denali
National Park, where you’ll enjoy an overnight stay, and tread
the permafrost with a local naturalist as you watch for
grizzlies, moose and caribou. Relax on a luxurious,
seven-night glacier cruise aboard Holland America’s grandly
proportioned Veendam and Ryndam, through College Fjord and
beautiful Glacier Bay. Alaska’s lively history comes alive on
totem poles carved with Native history and in the port town of
Ketchikan. Explore Alaska’s capital city of Juneau and sail
the lush Inside Passage known for is natural beauty and
abundant wildlife. Your cruise ends in the vibrant city of
Vancouver where you’ll take with you lifelong memories of a
once-in-a-lifetime vacation. 
Experience
in grand style the snowcapped splendor of Canada in winter!
Jump-start your holiday shopping with a unique gift for that
hard-to-please someone on your list; take in the natural
scenic beauty of the Alberta prairies in Edmonton and the
majestic Canadian Rockies in Jasper; and enjoy all the
amenities that impressive hotel properties have to offer.
Beginning in Edmonton, you'll visit the world-famous West
Edmonton Mall, a shopper's paradise featuring more than 800
stores. Your next stop is the quaint town of Jasper, for a
3-night stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Here you will
enjoy a special cooking class with a renowned chef, partake in
a wonderful wine tasting, and learn some great new holiday
decorating or craft ideas. Experience the unforgettable Ice
fields Parkway en route to Banff and see majestic waterfalls,
rushing rivers, glacial peaks, and snowcapped mountain ranges.
Discover the galleries, shops and cafes of Banff before
relaxing for your final night stay at the "Castle in the
Mountains," the beautiful Fairmont Banff Springs. 
Explore
the natural wonders and Viking history of Newfoundland and
Labrador on this unique journey. Set sail on a nature cruise
to Witless Bay Ecological Reserve to spot whales, puffins, and
other marine life. Travel to L’Anse aux Meadows, believed to
be the site where Norse explorer Leif Eriksson first landed,
and learn about Newfoundland’s Viking heritage. In Labrador,
explore the importance of whaling in charming fishing villages
and a 16th-century whaling port. Visit Gros Morne National
Park, Atlantic Canada’s largest park and a UNESCO World
Heritage Site. Along the way, Canadian experts provide special
insight into the cultural and natural history of this maritime
province. 
Travel
to the heart of the Canadian Rockies, where you’ll tour the
beautiful province of Alberta, home to such legendary spots as
Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary, and the world-famous West
Edmonton Mall, a shopping phenomenon you must experience! This
tour combines the best of the prairies and the majesty of the
Canadian Rockies with a stay in one of Canada’s most
impressive hotels, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Keep your
camera ready for spectacular photo opportunities at every bend
in the road. 
