Trafalgar : USA Tour to Seattle, Portland, and Oregon Coast

from 

£2,879

per person
 
Duration: 9 Days
Destination: North America
Tour Provider: Trafalgar
Deal Code: DTVJRFI

 

 

Description

Travel Highlights : 

Scenic Seattle, Portland and Oregon Coast :

8 Day USA Tour to Seattle, Portland, and Oregon Coast

Connect with rugged wilderness, scenic landscapes, cities and coastal towns as you blaze a trail through lush Olympic National Park, wine taste in the Willamette Valley, tour waterfall-lined Columbia River Highway, the coastal towns of Astoria and Newport, and sip, savor, and devour incredible food in Seattle and Portland.

Overview :

8 Days

1 Country : United States

9 Cities : Seattle, Quinault, Bainbridge Island, Forks, Astoria OR, Newport, Portland, Gaston OR, McMinnville OR

Book with Confidence : 

FREE 3 day booking hold

FREE cancellation within 30 days*

FREE booking changes*

From £100 risk-free deposit*

About this trip :

What's included :

  • 7 Nights Accommodation
  • 12 Melas : 1 Be My Guest, 1 Dinner, 1 Farewell Dinner, 1 Lunch, 1 Welcome Reception, 7 Breakfasts
  • Transport : All transport shown. VIP private door-to-door UK airport transfers included. *This service is excluded from UK-based trips.

The Trafalgar difference : 

CONNECT WITH LOCALS : An exclusive gourmet lunch on a vineyard with the area's signature Pinot Noir in the Willamette Valley. 

DIVE INTO CULTURE : Step back in time in historic Astoria, the oldest American settlement west of the Rocky Mountains.

DIVE INTO CULTURE : Guided tour of the Starbucks Reserve Roastery including a Coffee seminar, with a brewing demonstration along with a step by step coffee tasting.

STAYS WITH STORIES : Stay at the rustic Lake Quinault Lodge built in 1926 in Olympic National Forest.

Sightseeing highlights : 

  • Discover Newport, Olympic National Park, and Astoria
  • Explore Seattle and Portland with a local specialist 
  • Scenic Cruise along Puget Sound and Newport
  • Scenic Drive along Columbia River Highway, Olympic Peninsula
  • View Mt. Hood, Puget Sound, Oregon Coast, Washington Coast, Mt. Rainier
  • Visit Seattle, Starbucks Reserve Roastery, Space Needle or Chihuly Garden and Glass, Pike Place Market, Portland, Olympic Peninsula, Olympic National Park, Astoria, Columbia River Maritime Museum, Newport, Timberline Lodge, Hood River, Multnomah Falls

Travel Highlights : 

  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All transport and transfers shown
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Optional Experiences and free time

Book with Confidence :

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FREE CANCELLATION WITHIN 30 DAYS OF BOOKING

  • Secure your trip with just £100pp* and if you need to cancel within 30 days of booking, you will receive a full refund. Limited time only. T&C’s apply

FREE CHANGES UP TO 60* DAYS OF DEPARTURE :

  • To give you peace of mind and more time to make decisions about your future travel plans, you’re free to change your travel plans until 60 days before your trip.
  • If for any reason you change your mind, you can choose new dates and/or a new destination without penalty on the land portion of your trip (airlines impose different change policies and penalties) 

 

Itinerary Overview

Day 1

Hello Seattle

Welcome to Seattle, the Emerald City due to its lush evergreen forests. Relax after your arrival or explore on your terms before joining your Travel Director and fellow travelers this evening for a Welcome Reception.

 Hotel - Sheraton Grand Seattle

 Included Meals - Welcome Reception

Day 2

Coffee And Scenic Seattle

This morning enjoy an orientation of Seattle and get your 'fix' on a guided tour of the Starbucks Reserve Roastery including a Coffee seminar, Dive into Culture with a brewing demonstration along with a step by step coffee tasting. Head on towards Pike Place Market, where the fish fly low from one fishmonger's hands to the next. Explore on your own to become a market insider experiencing the sights, sounds and flavors of this historic 100+ year old landmark. This afternoon, enjoy your choice of sightseeing. Choose between a self-guided visit to the famous Seattle Space Needle or the beautiful Chihuly Garden and Glass Exhibit.

 Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 3

Enjoy the Sights in Vibrant Olympic National Park

Today you say goodbye to Seattle, crossing the Puget Sound by ferry to the western arm of the state: the Olympic Peninsula. In this diverse terrain bordered by the Olympic Mountains, ocean, strait, and canals you’ll explore the lush and green Olympic National Park. A natural UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Biosphere Reserve designation, the park boasts three distinct ecosystems viewing over its nearly one million acres. The park contains waterfalls under a canopy of old-growth trees, a gorgeous fresh-water Lake Crescent, and the Hoh Rain Forest where you can walk to the eerie "Hall of Mosses" and the wild and windswept beaches of the Western Olympic Peninsula. Later, we head deep into the Olympic National Forest to the Lake Quinault Lodge, tonight's Stays With Stories experience.

 Hotel - Lake Quinault Lodge

 Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4

Go Back In Time In Astoria

This morning you'll drive south to have your Dive Into Culture moment and take a step back in time in historic Astoria, the oldest American settlement west of the Rocky Mountains. You'll visit Astoria Column where you can climb the stairs for a view built in 1926 to celebrate the discovery, exploration, and settlement of the West. In Astoria, you'll board a restored street car for a ride on the Astoria Riverfront Trolley. The historic journey continues during a docent-led tour of the Columbia River Maritime Museum, which shares the stories of the legendary Columbia River Bar, one of the most dangerous passages in the world.

 Hotel - Best Western Astoria Bayfront

 Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Day 5

Dive Into The Sea Life Of Newport

We start the day with a drive down the coast to Newport. Today you will join a Local Specialist on-board an included nature cruise to spot local sea life and marine birds. After you will explore the unique and engaging Oregon Coast Aquarium that allows for an immersive experience that promotes ocean education and conservation in the Pacific Northwest.

 Hotel - Elizabeth Oceanfront Suites

 Included Meals - Breakfast

Day 6

Taste The Flavours Of The Pacific Northwest

We depart Newport today to head towards Portland where our first stop will be at the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. After, we'll take a trip to Oregon's wine country and Connect With Locals over an exclusive Be My Guest gourmet lunch featuring the area's signature Pinot Noir in the Willamette Valley. Next we head to Portland where we have an orientation tour of the city before joining a Local Specialist for a food walking tour that expertly showcases the unique and quirky city through delicious creative bites as you delve into the history and importance of the Pearl District. Formerly occupied by warehouses, this revamped district of the city is now a vibrant center for art galleries and stylish bars.

 Hotel - Hilton Portland Downtown

 Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest

Day 7

Experience The Unforgettable Columbia River Gorge

This morning, take a day trip outside of the city to soak up views of these magnificent and powerful Multnomah Falls before reaching Hood River. Spend the day on a sightseeing trip to the Columbia River Gorge. Nothing will prepare you for the incredible scenic beauty that will unfold along this journey as you follow the historic Columbia River Highway. Waterfalls cascade from basalt cliffs lining the road. You'll have some free time in Hood River for lunch and a stop along the famed "Fruit Loop" which sells farm produce. We continue to Timberline Lodge, located on the slopes of Mt. Hood (weather permitting). Later enjoy a Farewell Dinner back in Portland with your travel colleagues.

 Included Meals - Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day 8

Until Next Time Portland

Say goodbye to Portland as you take your transfer to the airport. Or perhaps extend your stay to enjoy more of the the city.

 Included Meals - Breakfast

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Prices listed are per person in Great British Pound, based on twin occupancy, rates for single occupancy may differ, Rates offered are including all discounts unless otherwise stated. All bookings are subject to availability. Other travel periods may be available. Some block out dates may apply. Rates may alter depending upon the dates requested and surcharges if applicable. Final booking confirmation only provided once payment has been processed. Contact our travel team for more details. Our Holiday Centre reserves the right to withdraw this promotion without notice at any time. Flights are not included. Pricing correct as at 30th Aug 2022