Vacation Overview
A sampling of Seattle, the beautiful Oregon coast, and the California wine country make this magnificent journey along the Pacific Coast one you'll remember. Start your vacation in charming Seattle, the "Emerald City," with visits to the Space Needle and Boeing’s Future of Flight Aviation Center. Then travel south to Portland for a sightseeing tour; visit Washington Park and the International Rose Test Gardens, the largest rose garden in Portland with nearly 7,000 rose bushes in bloom. Enjoy Multnomah Falls, the second-tallest year-round waterfall in the nation, and visit the Evergreen Aviation Museum and Spruce Goose. Hug the Pacific coastline to Gleneden Beach, and visit the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Yaquina Head Lighthouse, Bandon-by-the-Sea, Heceta Head Lighthouse, and Florence Old Town. View the world's tallest trees in spectacular Redwood National Park and along Avenue of the Giants, a quiet 2-lane road that winds through some of the world’s most spectacular scenery with ancient redwood trees. You even have the opportunity to see an 1,800-year-old redwood. Continue on to Sonoma to visit 19th-century Solano Mission and tour historical Sebastiani Vineyards. Also visit Viansa Winery, one of Sonoma’s most famous wineries. Here, enjoy an unforgettable hilltop luncheon featuring a gourmet picnic feast and wine tasting. Conclude your Pacific Coast vacation by crossing the bay via the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge for an orientation tour of San Francisco. A special farewell dinner in San Francisco is the perfect way to end this spectacular vacation along the Pacific Coast.
Vacation Highlights
INCLUDED FEATURES
MEALS: American breakfast daily; 1 brunch; 1 lunch; 4 three-course dinners, including a farewell dinner in San Francisco.
Seattle: Sightseeing tour; visit the Space Needle and Boeing’s Future of Flight Aviation Center
Mount St. Helens: Visit the Volcano Visitor’s Center
Portland: Sightseeing tour; visit the International Rose Test Gardens, Multnomah Falls
McMinnville: Visit the Evergreen Aviation Museum and Spruce Goose
Newport: Visit the Oregon Coast Aquarium and Yaquina Head Lighthouse
Rogue River: Jetboat ride
Eureka: Visit Redwood National Park; see the Carson Mansion
Sonoma: Guided visit of Sebastiani Vineyards; winery luncheon and tasting
San Francisco: Orientation tour; farewell dinner
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
Itinerary
DAY 1 Arrive in Seattle
Welcome to the Emerald City! At 6:30 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
DAY 2 Seattle
This morning begins with a guided tour of Seattle, including Pike Place Market, a local shopping mecca; Pioneer Square, Seattle’s original downtown; and a trip up the SPACE NEEDLE for spectacular views of the city below. Continue your tour at the FUTURE OF FLIGHT AVIATION CENTER for a tour of the Boeing Factory and past, present, and future developments in aviation technology. Later this afternoon is at leisure in Seattle. Maybe visit Starbucks’ first coffee shop, Seattle Center, or the Seattle Art Museum, with one of the nation’s premier collections of Northwest Coast Indian art and artifacts. (Breakfast)
DAY 3 Seattle–Portland
Travel south this morning, possibly capturing your first glimpse of Mount Rainier, a towering ice-clad volcano. Then, head for world-famous Mount St. Helens as you journey to VOLCANO VISITOR’S CENTER. Here you’ll have an opportunity to learn about the dramatic eruption in 1980. On to Portland, known as the “City of Roses.” Visit WASHINGTON PARK, home of the INTERNATIONAL ROSE TEST GARDENS. (Breakfast)
DAY 4 Portland–Gleneden Beach
Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Portland before seeing impressive MULTNOMAH FALLS. Continue along the rugged Pacific coastline en route to Newport, one of Oregon’s most popular seaside resorts. Along the way, visit the EVERGREEN AVIATION MUSEUM, home to the famous Spruce Goose. Later, take in the fresh ocean breezes at your hotel, the distinguished Salishan Spa & Golf Resort at Gleneden Beach. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 5 Gleneden Beach
This morning, visit the OREGON COAST AQUARIUM as you explore the indoor exhibits and a vast outdoor marine habitat. After time for lunch in Newport you may opt for a behind-the-scenes look at the fishing and crabbing industry on a harbor cruise aboard the Discovery. Onboard activities include opportunities as volunteer deckhands blended with a lively narration from a team of marine Naturalists. Or, enjoy a free afternoon to explore your lodge. (Breakfast)
DAY 6 Gleneden Beach–Gold Beach
Continue south and visit YAQUINA HEAD LIGHTHOUSE before time in Bandon-by-the-Sea with its unique offshore rock formations. Also see popular sites such as Heceta Head Lighthouse and Florence Old Town before arriving at Gold Beach. (Breakfast, Dinner)
DAY 7 Gold Beach–Redwood National Park–Eureka
One of Oregon’s great natural treasures is the scenic Rogue River. Experience a thrilling ride through this wild and remote region by glass-enclosed JETBOAT—have your cameras ready for glimpses of the American Bald Eagle. Also enjoy a light brunch en route. Travel south along the Pacific Coastline and stop in REDWOOD NATIONAL PARK, home to the world’s tallest trees. Then, enter Eureka, California’s lumber center, where you will see the grand Carson Mansion, the most photographed example of Victorian architecture in the world and once the home of a West Coast lumber baron. (Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner)
DAY 8 Eureka–Sonoma
This morning, travel along the spectacular Avenue of the Giants, a quiet two-lane road that winds through some of the world’s most spectacular scenery with ancient redwood trees. You will have the chance to see an 1,800-year-old redwood here! (Breakfast)
DAY 9 Sonoma–San Francisco
Travel this morning to Sonoma to see the town square’s early 19th-century Solano Mission and tour the historical SEBASTIANI VINEYARDS. Next, visit VIANSA, one of Sonoma’s most famous wineries. Enjoy a tour of the Italian heritage winery, followed by an unforgettable hilltop luncheon featuring a gourmet picnic feast and wine tasting under olive trees and grape trellises. Leave the lush, gentle slopes of California’s wine country and continue to San Francisco. Cross the bay via the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy an orientation tour. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your vacation. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
DAY 10 San Francisco
The vacation ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to San Francisco International Airport. (Breakfast)
SUPERIOR HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class
Seattle: Sheraton Seattle (SF)
Portland: Doubletree Lloyd Center (F)
Gleneden Beach: Salishan Spa & Golf Resort (D)
Gold Beach: Jot’s Resort (F)
Eureka: Red Lion Eureka (F)
Sonoma: Doubletree Hotel Sonoma Wine Country (F)
San Francisco: Omni San Francisco (MD)
PACIFIC COAST ADVENTURE – 10 DAYS - Globus
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| Departure Date |
Vacation Start date |
Return Date |
Price Without Air |
| 9/7/11 |
9/7/11 |
9/16/11 |
$2,199.00 |
| 9/14/11 |
9/14/11 |
9/23/11 |
$2,199.00 |
| 9/21/11 |
9/21/11 |
9/30/11 |
$2,199.00 |
| 6/13/12 |
6/13/12 |
6/22/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 6/27/12 |
6/27/12 |
7/6/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 7/11/12 |
7/11/12 |
7/20/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 7/25/12 |
7/25/12 |
8/3/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 8/15/12 |
8/15/12 |
8/24/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 8/29/12 |
8/29/12 |
9/7/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 9/5/12 |
9/5/12 |
9/14/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 9/12/12 |
9/12/12 |
9/21/12 |
$2,339.00 |
| 9/19/12 |
9/19/12 |
9/28/12 |
$2,339.00 |
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Single Room Supplement: $740.
Triple Room Reduction per person: $149.
Extra Nights per person in Seattle:In single room $240; in twin room $145; in triple room $117.
Extra Nights per person in San Francisco:in single room $228; in twin room $125; in triple room $95. |
