Itinerary
- Day 1
San Francisco
You'll arrive in San Francisco and meet up with the group at the hotel around 4 pm. After that, head out over the Golden Gate Bridge to a scenic viewpoint where you can take in the views. Later, gather for dinner with a welcome drink and get the tour briefing so everyone knows what's coming up over the next week.
Included Activities
- Golden Gate Bridge excursion to viewpoint
- Welcome drink and aperitif
Optional Activities
- Dinner at restaurant (not included except for aperitif and welcome drink)
Landmarks/POIs Golden Gate Bridge - Day 2
Mendocino
Drive over the Golden Gate Bridge this morning and head into California wine country on your way to Bodega Bay, which is where Hitchcock filmed 'The Birds'. From there, follow Highway 1 along the scenic coast, stopping at historic Fort Ross to walk around and check out the old structures. Continue north to Mendocino for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive through Californian wine-growing region
- Bodega Bay visit (Hitchcock filming location)
- Fort Ross stop
Landmarks/POIs Golden Gate Bridge Bodega Bay Fort Ross - Day 3
Humboldt
Start early with a morning hike along the Pacific Ocean. After that, move through the Avenue of the Giants and then hike through Humboldt Redwoods State Park. You'll walk among 1000-year-old redwood trees during the afternoon, which gives you time to really take in these massive trees.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Pacific Ocean hike
- Avenue of the Giants visit
- Humboldt Redwoods State Park hike
Landmarks/POIs Humboldt Redwoods State Park Avenue of the Giants - Day 4
Redwood National Park - Oregon
Begin the day with a morning hike in a wetland area near Arcata. Then head into Redwood National Park where you might spot wapitis and other wildlife while hiking through the pristine forest. In the afternoon and into the evening, explore the rugged Oregon coast and see what the shoreline has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wetland hike near Arcata
- Redwood National Park visit and hike
- Oregon coast exploration
Landmarks/POIs Redwood National Park - Day 5
Ashland
This morning, take a hike on one of Oregon's most beautiful beaches in Bandon. Visit the Cape Arago area to see the gardens and check out the coastline from different angles. Later, head inland to Ashland, a charming university town that's home to the Shakespeare Theater.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bandon beach morning hike
- Cape Arago area visit
Optional Activities
- Shakespeare Theater visit
Landmarks/POIs Bandon Beach Cape Arago - Day 6
Ashland
Drive up Mount Ashland this morning and hike along the Pacific Crest Trail with views of Mount Shasta volcano in the distance. In the afternoon, stroll through Ashland's downtown area and stop by one of the local wineries to taste what the region produces.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mount Ashland drive and hike
- Pacific Crest Trail hike
- Mount Shasta viewpoint
Optional Activities
- Winery visit
Landmarks/POIs Mount Ashland Pacific Crest Trail Mount Shasta - Day 7
Crater Lake - Bend
Visit Klamath Falls to explore a museum of indigenous art and Fort Klamath, an important historical site from the region's Native American conflicts. Then head to Crater Lake National Park, which is the real highlight of the day. You'll see America's deepest and bluest lake surrounded by the volcanic landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Klamath Falls indigenous art museum visit
- Fort Klamath visit
- Crater Lake National Park visit
Landmarks/POIs Crater Lake Crater Lake National Park Fort Klamath - Day 8
Bend
Hike over a volcanic glass hill and along Paulina Lake, and you'll have a picnic lunch during the hike. Spend the afternoon at the High Desert Museum learning about the area. Later, walk through historic downtown Bend, which has several excellent restaurants for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic at turquoise Clear Lake)
Included Activities
- Volcanic glass hill hike
- Paulina Lake hike and picnic
- High Desert Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Downtown Bend dining
Landmarks/POIs Paulina Lake High Desert Museum - Day 9
Yachats
Check out Smith Rock State Park in the morning, a place known for climbing. Cross through the volcanic Cascade Mountains and stop for a picnic at turquoise Clear Lake. You'll also hike along waterfalls during the afternoon before descending through the green McKenzie Valley toward the Pacific coast.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic at turquoise Clear Lake)
Included Activities
- Smith Rock State Park visit
- Cascade Mountains crossing
- Clear Lake picnic and hike
- Waterfall hikes
Landmarks/POIs Smith Rock State Park Cascade Mountains Clear Lake - Day 10
Portland
Take a morning boat trip to spot whales and other sea creatures in their natural habitat. Travel to Portland afterward, which is Oregon's largest city and known for its quality of life. Visit the International Rose Test Garden to see the flowers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Whale watching boat trip
- International Rose Test Garden visit
Landmarks/POIs International Rose Test Garden - Day 11
Portland
Take an excursion along the historic Columbia River Highway with views of the river. Stop at Multnomah Falls and Bonneville Dam to see these impressive structures. In the afternoon, hike at a mountain lake at the foot of Mount Hood, a 3,400-meter snow-covered volcano.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Columbia River Highway excursion
- Multnomah Falls visit
- Bonneville Dam stop
- Mount Hood mountain lake hike
Landmarks/POIs Columbia River Highway Multnomah Falls Bonneville Dam Mount Hood - Day 12
Olympic Peninsula
Visit Mount St. Helens to see the landscape that still shows the marks from the 1980 volcanic eruption. Explore the visitor center, drive to several viewpoints, and take a short hike along the volcano. Then continue to the Olympic Peninsula for the next part of the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mount St. Helens visitor center visit
- Mount St. Helens viewpoints and short hike
Landmarks/POIs Mount St. Helens - Day 13
Olympic National Park
Explore Olympic National Park's temperate rainforest, which is covered with incredible mosses and lichens, and contrasts with the snow-capped mountains in the distance. Take short hikes through the park during the day. Later, relax at Sol Duc Hot Springs and soak in the warm water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Temperate rainforest hikes
- Sol Duc Hot Springs dip
Landmarks/POIs Olympic National Park Sol Duc Hot Springs - Day 14
Seattle
Drive up to Hurricane Ridge for mountain views of the Olympic Mountains if weather permits, and take a short hike at the top. Visit a Native American village to see the totem poles and learn about the culture. Later, take a ferry ride to Seattle and get a short city tour before the day ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hurricane Ridge drive and hike (weather permitting)
- Native American village and totem pole visit
- Ferry ride to Seattle
- Seattle city tour
Landmarks/POIs Hurricane Ridge Olympic Mountains - Day 15
Departure
You'll head home today or continue onward depending on your plans. Say goodbye to the group and reflect on the week traveling through California, Oregon, and Washington.
