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region sandwiched between mountains and the sea… the
essence of the Pacific Northwest is characterized by
lush country and sophisticated city life. Join us as we
showcase this marvelous region, exploring Seattle,
Portland, Eureka and San Francisco. Feel the roar of
America''s greatest volcanic eruption when you visit
Olympia''s Mt. St. Helens Cinedome Theater. Mt. Hood
dominates the horizon as you travel along the Cascade
Mountains to the magnificent Columbia River Gorge and
the Bonneville Dam, where a park ranger will guide you
through the dam and provide insight on its history.
You’ll cruise the spectacular Rogue River for a chance
to view bald eagles, seals and heron. From there it’s on
to the famous Redwood National Park in California,
location of the world’s largest trees. Enjoy a
delightful tour of Eureka with its beautiful Victorian
architecture before driving over the legendary Golden
Gate Bridge arriving in the “City by the Bay.” A change
of pace awaits you in San Francisco, with its vibrant,
cosmopolitan attitude and world-famous landmarks,
including Chinatown, Twin Peaks, Fisherman’s Wharf, and
Alcatraz.
- Feel the roar of America's
greatest volcanic eruption with a visit to Mt. St. Helens
Cinedome Theater.
- Enjoy dinner on Pier 39 and experience
postcard views of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge.
- Form Kitchen products to children's
puzzles, watch local woodworkers carve handcrafted products from Oregon's
myrtle wood.
 Day
1: Arrive Seattle, Washington
Your scenic tour through the Pacific Northwest and California
begins with an overnight stay in one of America’s most
picturesque cities, Seattle. (D)
Day 2: Seattle - Olympia - Portland, Oregon
Embark on a sightseeing tour of the “Emerald City,” including
the restored waterfront area. As you depart Seattle, travel
south through Olympia and stop at the Mt. St. Helens Cinedome
Theater where you will see a film about the history of volcanic
activity in this area. Continue to Portland for a two-night stay
in North America's "Best Big City”. (B, D)
Day 3: Portland - Cascade Mountains - Portland
Drive along the Mt. Hood route to the beautiful Columbia River
Gorge. It's a day of sightseeing you will never forget. Mt. Hood
dominates the horizon as you leave the valley and enter the
slopes of the Cascade Mountains. Your day will be highlighted by
a tour of the magnificent Columbia River Gorge and the
Bonneville Dam, where a US Army Corps of Engineers park ranger
will guide you through the dam and provide an interpretive talk
on its might, hydropower and history. (B)
Day 4: Portland - Willamette Valley - Coos Bay
A scenic journey takes you through the Willamette Valley and
across the striking Coastal Mountain range into Newport. See
Oregon's amazing coastline and travel through Oregon Dunes
National Recreation Area. Before arriving in Coos Bay, you'll
visit a local factory for an inside look at how the area's
craftspeople make amazing objects out of dense myrtle wood. (B,
D)
Day 5: Coos Bay - Redwood National Park - Eureka, California
Your day begins with 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,
you enter the redwood country of California. Visit the famous
Redwood National Park, where the trees are so tall, the sun
seldom hits the ground! Later, arrive in Eureka for your
overnight stay. (B, D)
Day 6: Eureka - San Francisco
Enjoy a delightful tour through Eureka and behold the beautiful
Victorian architecture. Journey through more redwood forests,
including 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.
Dinner this evening is located on Pier 39, San Francisco's #1
attraction. From here you'll experience postcard views of the
Golden Gate and Bay bridges, Alcatraz and the San Francisco Bay.
(B, D)
Day 7: San Francisco
Discover this amazing city with a fascinating sightseeing tour
that highlights the city's most popular landmarks. You will see
the stunning Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown and
Fisherman's Wharf. Following this tour, the remainder of your
day is at leisure to explore this fun-loving city on your own.
Day 8: San Francisco - Tour Ends
Today you will head home with many pleasant memories of your
vacation in the rugged Pacific Northwest and the state of
California.
Stay another night - Add a pre night in Seattle or a
post night stay in San Francisco. Prices start at $90 per
person, double.
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Uniquely For You
Redwood National Park |
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Immense, ancient, stately mysterious,
powerful ..... they're the towering
redwood treed found in Redwood National
Park. From a seed no bigger than from
one tomato, California's redwood can
grow to a height of 367 feet and have a
width of 22 feet at its base. They are
resistant to natural enemies, such as
insects and fire. The high tannin
content of the wood keeps diseases and
insect damage away, while the thick bark
and high foliage provides protection
from most fires. The trees can reach
ages of 2,000 years and regularly reach
600 years. California's North Coast
provides the perfect environment for
these redwoods to survive. The cool,
moist air from the Pacific Ocean keeps
the trees continually damp, even during
summer droughts. On your vacation, you
can walk among theses giants and see for
yourself just how amazing they are.
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Base Rates Per Person
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Departure Date |
Tour
Rate – Twin |
Tour
and Air Rate |
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Apr 24 2006 |
$1349 |
$1629 from LAX |
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May 01 2006 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
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Jun 19 2006 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
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Jul 17 2006 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
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Aug 21 2006 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
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Sep 25 2006 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
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Oct 09 2006 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
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Apr 23 2007 |
$1399 |
$1739 from ORD |
*Tour and air prices are lead-in rates from a specific gateway based on twin
occupancy and are subject to change. Rates do not include inter-air flights.
Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Tours departing BEFORE
4/30/06 may follow a different itinerary than what is listed here. Please
confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. For tours that
feature a cruise, port taxes are not included in the prices above. Additional tour dates
may be available, please call us for information.
8 days, 10 meals
5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
Day 1 - Crowne Plaza, Seattle, WA
Day 2, 3 - Hilton, Portland, OR
Day 4 - Red Lion, Coos Bay, OR
Day 5 - Red Lion Hotel , Eureka, CA
Day 6, 7 - Renaissance Parc 55, San Francisco, CA
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
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