Pacific Northwest & California
From CAD $4,469
Guarantee
Group Tour
Light
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
From the wilds of Mount St. Helens to the shadow of giants in the Redwoods, fall under the spell of the Pacific Northwest and California. Travel along Oregon’s beautiful coast, making stops at Yaquina Head Lighthouse, Newport, Bandon and Coos Bay. Explore Oregon's wilderness on a Rogue River cruise. Visit Redwood National Park's Avenue of the Giants. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and discover the “City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Explore the natural beauty from Seattle to San Francisco.
Highlights
- Visit lively Pike Place Market, Seattle's famous fish and vegetable market.
- Venture to Mount St. Helens Visitor Center to learn about its volcanic activity.
- Visit Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah Falls.
Trip Details
Product Code: 31985
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Collette (CA)
Supplier Code: 16445
Starts: Seattle, WA, United States
Finishes: San Francisco, CA, United States
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
- Visit Area: Seattle,Portland,Newport,San Francisco
- Admittance: Seattle,Portland,Newport,San Francisco
- Meals included: 12
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $4,469 ($559 /day)
Itinerary
Your tour opens with an overnight stay in Seattle, dubbed the “Emerald City” for its lush green surroundings. As travelers’ arrival times vary greatly, we have no group activities planned during the day. Get to know your fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.
Dinner Included
Hotel Name: Thompson Hotel
Explore Seattle’s colorful waterfront area and historic Pioneer Square with a local guide. Mingle with artisans at the lively Pike Place Market, a famous fish and vegetable market dotted with restaurants and shops. Travel by Washington State Ferry across Puget Sound to Bremerton – Seattle’s skyline is spectacular from the water! Back on land, travel south through Olympia, stopping at the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center. Learn about its 1980 volcanic eruption as well as the history and geology of the state park. Continue to Portland, Oregon for a two-night stay in the picturesque “City of Roses.”
Breakfast Included
Hotel Name: Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
Visit Area: Seattle
Situated on the west coast of Washington State is Seattle, the Emerald City. Named after the Chief of the local Native American tribe in the mid 19th century, Seattle today is an eclectic mix of music, culture and food. A caffeine-fueled population of over 550,000 courtesy of Starbucks and Seattle’s Best Coffee, Seattle also has the highest per-capita music and dance attendance in the country, with 80 live music clubs (not counting the movable dance clubs and shows) and 15 symphony orchestras.
Drive along the Mt. Hood route to the lush Columbia River Gorge. Take in the unforgettable views of Mt. Hood as you leave the valley and enter the Cascade Mountains. Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes of the magnificent Columbia River and Multnomah Falls, a 611-foot-tall roaring cascade. Later, learn about the lavender growing process during a walking tour of the farm where this beneficial perennial herb is grown. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Breakfast Included
Dinner Included
Admittance: Mount St. Helens Visitor Center
On May 18, 1980 a cataclysmic eruption blew the top off of Mount St. Helens and spewed magma and ash over the surrounding areas. The most active volcano in the contiguous United States, the site today is a reminder of volcanic activity that shaped many of the mountains along the west coast.
On the way to the Oregon coast, journey through the Willamette Valley. Today known for its wine that rivals that of Napa, this was once the “Promised Land” for the pioneers who followed the Oregon Trail. On the coast, stop at the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, a 93-foot tower buffeted by wind and rain since 1872. Enjoy time at the interpretive center or make your way down to Cobble Beach to explore the tide pools of colorful sea anemones and starfish. Stop in the seaside town of Newport before traveling further along the coast. End your day strolling North Bend’s lively boardwalk, perched along scenic Coos Bay.
Breakfast Included
Dinner Included
Hotel Name: The Mill Casino
Visit Area: Portland
Nicknamed “Rose City” for its ideal rose-growing conditions, this largest city of Oregon state was founded in 1845. It was officially named after Portland, Maine and boasts many historic bridges and amazing waterfront vistas.
Drive to Bandon State Natural Area. Take in the breathtaking scenery as we travel along the striking Beach Loop. See Bandon Rocks and Face Rock, famous for their American Indian legends. Stop to enjoy a cruise up the spectacular Rogue River, taking you into Oregon’s rugged wilderness for a chance to see bald eagles, cormorants, seals and blue heron. Continuing south to California’s redwood country, travel through Redwood National Park, home to trees that can reach nearly 300 feet. See for yourself why the sun seldom hits the ground.
Breakfast Included
Lunch Included
Hotel Name: Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn
Drive By: Columbia River Gorge
Spanning the border between the states of Washington and Oregon is the 80-mile Columbia River Gorge. Carved out over the millenia glacial floods, it acts as a funnel for the fourth largest river in the US, the Columbia River. Part of the route Lewis and Clark took to travel to the Pacific, the Gorge provides the only sea-level passage through the Cascade range of mountains.
Return to the majestic beauty and splendid grandeur of the redwood forest as you traverse the “Avenue of the Giants,” a scenic highway loaded with towering redwoods. Next, drive over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge and arrive in "the City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Tonight, enjoy dinner on your own at one of the many restaurants in this eclectic city.
Breakfast Included
Hotel Name: Hyatt Regency Downtown SOMA
Drive By: Hood River
The quaint port town of Hood River, Oregon offers spectacular views of snow-capped Mount Hood and Hood River flowing through the heart of the Columbia River Gorge. At Lost Lake, catch a view the rugged lone mountain towering over forests and the river port.
Today, join a local guide to see a few of San Francisco’s natural settings where scenery and the outdoors are the focus. Visit the recently developed Presidio Tunnel Tops garden for panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands and San Francisco Bay. Enjoy a brief walk to the hilltop neighborhood of Alamo Square Park to see the Victorian homes known as the “Painted Ladies.” After a farewell lunch, the remainder of your day is at leisure to explore San Francisco independently.
Breakfast Included
Lunch Included
Admittance: Yaquina Head Lighthouse
Your tour comes to a close today, but the memories will stay with you forever.
Breakfast Included
Visit Area: Newport
Nestled along Yaquina Bay, is the town of Newport with just over 10,000 people. A popular fishing destination after the discovery of Yaquina Bay oysters in the 19th Century, today the fishing continues with Dungeness crab, halibut and salmon. Offering a world-class aquarium and over 80 restaurants and cafes, Newport is a quaint stop along the Oregon Coast.
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Tour Operator
Collette (CA)
A Story of Hard Work and a Passion for Travel “Our first office was so tiny that if you took a step backwards, you fell down an open hole that was stairs to the basement. Now we are a worldwide company with offices in the United States, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom.” – Alice I. Sullivan, Chairperson of the Collette Board.Collette is about family As his family grew, Dan’s children took on active roles in the company – in sales, tour development, marketing, tour guiding, and in its charitable arm. Working with a team of dedicated employees, they all stayed true to the original vision of expanding travel opportunities for everyone. That tradition continued as Dan’s eldest child, Dan Sullivan Jr., took the reins as President and CEO in 1990 and the company flourished. Collette_HQ_380x250_v2 The third generation of Sullivans entered the company in the early 2000s, and in 2018 Dan Sullivan Jr.’s daughter, Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, became President & Chief Customer Experience Officer. In 2023, after she successfully steered Collette through the global pandemic, Dan proudly turned the CEO role over to Jaclyn and transitioned to Executive Chairman of the Board. Mrs. Leibl-Cote is only the 4th CEO in the company’s history and its first female leader, making Collette one of the rare companies successfully transfer to the 3rd generation of leadership.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Anonymous - Traveled, October 2024
Excellent tour manager, who kept us informed during the whole trip. Lots of great scenery and great food included. We were very fortunate with the weather, as it was very pleasing. Loved the jet boat ride and the Columbia River Gorge. Got to see a good variety of wildlife. during the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/31/2024
Damala Schoonct - Traveled, October 2024
I lovedeverthin about this it was my first time to be in the Redwoods and they were majestic! Driving along Hwy 101 was a great experience. O fog and great views. We were surprised by the Northern lights and in San Francisco we saw the Blue Angels Airshow.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, October 2024
All was memorable. The jet boat ride the redwoods all the sights and experiences.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/30/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, October 2024
Oregon coast and redwood forests Food Driver Seattle Needed more time at Pike's Place.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/23/2024
Deanna Schummer - Traveled, September 2024
Loved Washington and Oregon state wish we spent more time there.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/02/2024
Timothy Holman - Traveled, September 2024
Too much to try to pick one Redwood Forest was great. The tour included so many stops and things to see. Going back on my pictures hard to believe we were there Anne was an excellent tour guide, Looking forward to our scheduled National Park Your Next September.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/01/2024
James Roberts and Polly Roberts - Traveled, September 2024
We had a wonderful time which includes the sites we visited, the hotel accommodations, the meals that were included and etc. We will do this again. Lets not forget our Tour manager, Jan was excellent along with the bus driver.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, September 2024
I spent the majority of my tour in the hospital with food poison so do not have much to share.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2024
Shirley Barnes - Traveled, September 2024
The Redwood forest was the highlight of the trip. We had enough time to view the natural beauty of the forest. The rest of the trip however was a little too fast paced. It would have been better to start the day at 9AM.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2024
Fran Mount - Traveled, September 2024
Not enough time in Seattle and drinks were too expensive in the first accommodation. Loved the red woods walk and very good bus tour in San Francisco with the guide. Hotel accommodations are always great.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2024
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