Pacific Coast Adventure and California Redwoods

Welcome to the “Emerald City!” At 6:30 p.m., meet your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

Cascades & Culture Explore Seattle on a guided tour including Pike Place Market, Belltown, and the Queen Anne area. Then travel south for lunch at a local restaurant and a [LOCAL FAVORITE] visit to Multnomah Falls, the highest waterfall in Oregon. Continue to Portland for an orientation tour and free time. Explore one of the many craft breweries, music venues, or waterfront restaurants downtown on the Willamette River. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Experience the vibrant energy of Seattle’s authentic farmer’s market that tempts the senses with an array of aromas, eats, and friendly people. Pike Place Market has been a gathering place and bustling market for more than a century as one of the oldest operating farmer’s markets in the U.S. Visitors and locals alike are drawn to the energy and extraordinary array of farm-fresh produce, paper-wrapped flowers, shops, restaurants, bars, fishmongers, street performers, and the first Starbucks – all mixing a rich blend of coffee culture and true Seattle style. LOCAL FAVORITE Local Indigenous tradition tells the story of a young woman who sacrificed herself at the falls to save her people from illness. This legendary spectacle of roaring waterfalls of Multnomah Falls plunges 620 feet in a dramatic two-tier cascade, creating one of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic natural landmarks. Enjoy spectacular views of the two-tier waterfall in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge, the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountains.

Rugged & Rosy Discover why Portland is called the “City of Roses” with a visit to Washington Park and the International Rose Test Garden. Depart Portland for Willamette Valley wine country and on to charming McMinnville for lunch. Visit the rugged Oregon coast and Yaquina Head Lighthouse andlearn about the headland’s importance to the indigenous tribes of the area. The lighthouse remains the tallest on the Oregon Coast and has been guiding ships safely to shore since 1873. Continue to Newport, one of Oregon’s most popular seaside resort towns. This evening, enjoy a special [LOCAL FAVORITE] dinner on the water at Clearwater Restaurant featuring local wines and waterfront views for a two-night stay in Newport at the Elizabeth Oceanfront Suites. (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITE Embodying the spirit of Newport, Clearwater Restaurant places an emphasis on fresh, local seafood and offers unmatched views of the surrounding harbor. Watch sea lions bask and gulls glide through the salty air while savoring each bite. In addition to an incredible dining venue, Clearwater’s commitment to sustainability and their community involvement have made this location a favorite with locals and guests.

Marine Life & Light Enjoy a full day at leisure on the Oregon Coast Walk along the beach for spectacular ocean views and opportunities to spot shorebirds and sunbathing sea lions, explore the tide pools at Yaquina Head, consider a visit to the Hatfield Marine Science Center at Oregon State University, or join an optional kayak adventure excursion. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIME Explore more in the Newport area! Wander and wonder in the charming downtown and enjoy art galleries, restaurants, and shops or take part in an optional excursion to Yaquina Head or a guided kayak tour. Get insider tips on where to dine and what to do from your Tour Director.