Traveling the Skeena River Through the Breathtaking Rocky Mountains (2027/2028)
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The Allure of Western Canada

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A 15-day adventure tour featuring a 2-day train journey through the Canadian provinces of Alberta and British Columbia

North America

Canada

12–24 people

15 days

It doesn’t get much better than this! The Canadian province of Alberta awaits you with majestic mountains, vast prairies, and endless forests. Here, you’ll encounter Métis culture and enjoy special moments with wonderfully warm-hearted hosts. On the Skeena, you’ll travel off the beaten path through fascinating mountain landscapes. Here, mountains give way to picturesque valleys, and the vibrant city life blends seamlessly with the nature that surrounds it all. You’ll take a ferry along one of the world’s most beautiful fjord coasts through the Inside Passage. On Vancouver Island, you’ll discover Victoria, the capital city with its traditional British character. You’ll conclude your journey in Vancouver—Canada’s trendy West Coast metropolis.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Traveling on the Skeena from Jasper to Prince Rupert along little-known rail lines
Moving Encounters with the Métis Nation at Métis Crossing
Take a ferry through one of the world's most famous shipping routes, the Inside Passage
Vancouver Island: The largest island on the North American west coast, offering breathtaking views and a fascinating culture
A stunning display of colors in the idyllic mountain scenery of the Rocky Mountains
The wonderful West Coast metropolis of Vancouver
Group tour conducted exclusively in German

route

itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Alberta!

You’ll fly to Edmonton—the capital of the province of Alberta. Your tour guide will meet you at the airport and drive you to Smoky Lake. A unique experience awaits you there: you’ll be immersed in Métis culture. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your rooms at the lodge and meet your hosts. Over dinner together, you’ll also enjoy the breathtaking view of the river valley. (D)

Day 2: Visiting the Métis

Today, you’ll immerse yourself in the life of the Métis. You’ll learn all about the history of the Métis Nation from your hosts, marvel at the wildlife—including various species of bison, moose, and horses—and discover everything there is to know about the plants of the boreal forest. And if you’d like, you can even try your hand at archery. After dinner, the evening will wind down with a group stargazing session. (FMA)

Day 3: Off to the Rockies!

You’ll leave Métis Crossing and head south toward Calgary. The city is the gateway to the Canadian Rockies. A short city tour will give you a first glimpse of typical Western culture. You’ll then drive along the Trans-Canada Highway into the rolling foothills of the Rocky Mountains and arrive in Banff. (B)

Day 4: In Banff and Yoho National Parks

After three railroad workers discovered hot springs in 1883, Canada’s first national park was established shortly thereafter. But Banff has much more to offer. Today, you’ll explore Tunnel Mountain, Bow Falls, and the Hoodoos Lookout, and take a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain. In Yoho National Park, which forms the western part of the Canadian Rocky Mountains and, like the parks in Banff and Jasper, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, spectacular waterfalls, rock formations, and the Continental Divide await you! On the way back, you’ll visit Lake Louise against the dramatic backdrop of the Victoria Glacier. (B)

Day 5: Via the Icefields Parkway to Jasper

Today, you’ll drive to Jasper along the Icefields Parkway, considered Canada’s most scenic highway. Along the 230-kilometer route from Lake Louise, azure-blue lakes and glaciers stretch out one after another; bears and moose might be waiting for you around every bend. After scenic stops at Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and Mistaya Canyon, you’ll reach the Athabasca Glacier. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to ride the Glacier Explorer—a vehicle with tires as tall as a person—onto the glacier and admire the ice up close. (B)

Day 6: On the Skeena to Prince George

The two-day train journey on the Skeena is considered the most scenic train ride in Canada. You’ll travel across the interior plateau of British Columbia along the Skeena River Valley, covering a distance of 1,160 km. Shortly after catching your first glimpse of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rocky Mountains, you’ll leave Alberta and follow the northern branch of the Fraser River to Prince George. (FM)

Day 7 Off to the Pacific!

Continue westward on the Skeena and experience one of Canada’s most forested and unspoiled regions, far from civilization. You’ll follow the beautiful Skeena River Valley as you approach the Pacific Ocean. Today’s destination is Prince Rupert, which is known as one of the friendliest towns in British Columbia. (FM)

Day 8: Through the Inside Passage

Get your cameras ready! Early in the morning, you’ll board the ferry for a picture-perfect full-day cruise south along the coast of British Columbia. The famous Inside Passage is one of North America’s most spectacular waterways. You’ll experience a day of unparalleled natural beauty, with mountains, fjords, glaciers, and abundant wildlife as your constant companions. In the evening, you’ll arrive in Port Hardy on Vancouver Island. (B)

Day 9: On the Trail of Whales

You’ll drive south along the coastal highway. In picturesque Telegraph Cove, you’ll board a boat for a whale-watching tour. These nutrient-rich waters are home to dolphins, otters, orcas, and humpback whales. After this little adventure, you’ll continue on to Parksville. (B)

Day 10: Parkville – Victoria

Today offers you a taste of both the modern and traditional cultures of British Columbia. In Chemainus, with its spectacular Indigenous murals, and in the town of Duncan, with its totem poles, you’ll immerse yourself in the province’s distant past. You’ll arrive in Victoria and explore the capital city of British Columbia. Victoria is known as the City of Sunshine and Gardens and has superbly preserved its heritage and traditions in museums, art galleries, pioneer homes, and magnificent mansions. (B)

Day 11: Victoria

In the morning, you’ll visit Butchart Gardens, one of the world’s largest floral displays. You’ll have plenty of time to stroll through these magnificent gardens. In the afternoon, explore charming Victoria on your own. The hanging flower baskets, the street musicians along the inner harbor, the view of the ocean, and the relaxed atmosphere will enchant you. (B)

Day 12: Vancouver

After breakfast, you’ll drive to Swartz Bay and board the ferry to Vancouver. Discover one of Canada’s most exciting cities on a city tour! You’ll see highlights such as Stanley Park with its collection of totem poles, trendy Robson Street, Canada Place with the cruise terminal, Chinatown, and Granville Island. (B)

Day 13: A day off in Vancouver

Vancouver is situated in a stunning setting between the ocean, the beaches, the harbor, and the rugged Coast Mountains. Enjoy your day off in this wonderfully cosmopolitan city. (B)

Day 14: Farewell to Vancouver

Your return flight to Germany departs around noon. (B) (If you booked without flights, your trip ends on Day 14)

Day 15: Arrival in Frankfurt

Information

Included services:

Flights from Frankfurt via Toronto to Edmonton and from Vancouver to Frankfurt in Economy Class
Ride the Skeena from Jasper to Prince Rupert
2 nights at the Métis Crossing First Nations Lodge
11 nights in mid-range/comfort hotels
Meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Bus rides, excursions, and transfers as listed in the itinerary, including admission fees
Permanent German-speaking tour guide

Not included in the price:

Entry fee Canada (CA$7)
tips

Travel documents:

Travel documents: A passport and an ETA authorization are required for Canada.
Required vaccinations: Information before booking.

View of Main Street in Banff

You're traveling through Western Canada on The Skeena train

The Skeena on the Road in Western Canada

Your train, The Skeena: Economy Class with comfortable seats

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Downtown Vancouver

Totem poles in Stanley Park

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