Collette > Pacific Northwest and California

Pacific Northwest and California
8 Days starting from $1,449

Countries Visited:
United States

 

Length: 8 Days
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Operator: Collette
Tour Code: 3374
   
 
 
About This Tour


Explore the majestic Pacific Northwest and California on this eight day adventure, from the wilds of the Columbia River Gorge and the Cascade Mountains to the sophistication of the cities of Portland and San Francisco. Travel along the Oregon's beautiful Pacific coast. Enjoy a cruise up the Rogue River and visit Redwood National Park. Explore Eureka, a historic timber and fishing before crossing the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco for two nights.

 
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Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
5 Breakfast(s), 5 Dinner(s)

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

PORTLAND Holiday Inn/Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown
COOS BAY Red Lion Inn
EUREKA Red Lion Eureka

SAN FRANCISCO Westin St. Francis

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.  Add a pre night stay in Portland or a post night stay in San Francisco.  Prices start at $85.00 per person.

Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach

Day 1
Arrive Portland, Oregon - Tour Begins
Your scenic tour through the Pacific Northwest and California begins with a relaxing stay in Portland, North America''s "Best Big City."

Day 2
Portland - Mt. St. Helens - Portland
Your morning tour of Portland includes two of its famous gardens, the spectacular International Rose Test Garden and the serene Japanese Gardens. Next, travel to the Mt. St. Helens Visitor Center where you learn about the 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens, as well as the history of the state park.

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.

Day 4
Portland - Willamette Valley - Newport - Coos Bay
Your scenic journey takes you through the promised land for many pioneers during the days of the Oregon Trail. The Willamette Valley contains some of the most fertile agricultural soils of Oregon and nurtures vegetables, flowers, herbs, nuts and vineyards. Next, head to the coastal town of Newport for a brief stop before traveling along some of the country''s most beautiful coastlines and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.

Day 5
Coos Bay - Bandon State Natural Area - Redwood National Park - Eureka
Start your morning with a drive to Bandon State Natural Area. You will be amazed by the scenery along the scenic Beach Loop with sights such as the Bandon Rocks and Face Rock, known to many from the American Indian legend. Next, enjoy 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, home to some of the world''s tallest trees. Inside the park you will see some of these trees that are close to 300 feet tall and understand why the sun seldom hits the ground! Tonight, arrive in Eureka for your overnight stay.

Day 6
Eureka - San Francisco
Enjoy a delightful tour through the historic timber and fishing village of Eureka and behold the beautiful Victorian architecture of Old Town. 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. Tonight, enjoy dinner on Pier 39 which offers exceptional views of San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge.

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.


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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.
         
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Know Before You Go...

Passport & Visa Information
Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

Time Zone
California, Washington and Oregon are 3 hours behind Eastern Standard Time.
Electricity
An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for US, Canada, and Mexico is 110.
Elevation
Highest elevation included on tour is 6000 feet at the Timberland Lodge on the south side of Mt. Hood.
  • Learn about one of America's greatest volcanic eruptions with a visit to Mount St. Helens Visitor Center.
  • Travel along the magnificent Bandon Beach Loop in Bandon State Natural Area to see the famed Face Rock.
  • Enjoy dinner on Pier 39 and experience postcard views of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge.

    • Know Before You Go...

    Passport & Visa Information
    Certain countries require a minimum of 6 months passport validity. You are strongly urged to contact the appropriate consulate for details. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for the latest details about passports and visa requirements.

    IMPORTANT: We recommend that our clients traveling abroad take a photocopy of their passport and applicable visas. It should be packed separately from your actual passport and visa. We also recommend leaving a copy at home with your emergency contact.

    Time Zone
    California, Washington and Oregon are 3 hours behind Eastern Standard Time.
    Electricity
    An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. Voltage for US, Canada, and Mexico is 110.
    Elevation
    Highest elevation included on tour is 6000 feet at the Timberland Lodge on the south side of Mt. Hood.
       
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