Pacific Northwest Tour

Olympic, Mt. Rainer & NorthCascades National Parks
Featuring 

Seattle, Strait of Juan deFuca, Yakima Valley, Suncadia Resort, Leavenworth, Lake Chelan

Included:

2 nights stay at Lake Quinault Lodge

2 night stay at the Suncadia Resort

1 night stay at the Enzian Inn

1 night stay at Motif or Cedarbrook Lodge

6 breakfast’s

6 lunches

6 dinners

In-transit beverages including beer,wine, soft drinks, juice, coffee, tea

In-transit appetizers and desserts

Fresh fruit and sweet and salty snacks

Some meals will be prepared in the field. These are custom made to order meals. You value spending time in the

landscapes viewing the wildlife and wonders. No need to rush off for reservations or worry about waiting in long lines.

Driver, Guide and Hospitality Guide

Walking sticks and binoculars available
for guests

Transportation on the luxury Expedition Cruiser

Trip insurance credit

Transfers to and from the airport

Included Attractions:

The Seattle Ferry

Olympic National Park

Hurricane Ridge

Lake Crescent

Lake Quinault

Ruby Beach

Hoh Rainforest

The Washington Coast and Pacific Ocean

Mt. Rainier National Park

Paradise Inn

Grove of the Patriarchs

Inspiration Point

Yakima Valley Wine Country

Yakima Canyon

Yakima River

Wine pairing dinner

Suncadia Resort

Golf

Massage and Mineral Pools

Hiking Trails

Beautiful leisure walking trails

Swiftwater Cellars

World famous Brick Saloon

Roslyn Washington

Leavenworth Washington

Bavarian Wonderland

Wenatchee River Rafting (not included)

Unique shopping district

Lake Chelan

Fresh Fruit Stands

North Cascades National Park

Winthrop Washington

Lake Diablo

Ross Lake

Day 1: Seattle Ferry, Hurricane Ridge, Lake Crescent,

Premium Lodging:  Lake Quinault Lodge, Lake Quinault WA

We will take the iconic Seattle Ferry across the bay to the Olympic National Park while giving guests an intimate view of Mt. Rainier as it looms over Seattle. Our first stop will be among the glaciers and alpine walking trails at
Hurricane Ridge.  Leisure strolls and more active hiking adventures are available to those that want to stretch their
legs, but the beauty can be captured right from the Visitors Center for those that wish to stay close. Our scenic drive along the 101 will give up-close views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and Lake Crescent, which is an amazing alpine lake surrounded by Washington’s treasured trees.  The days scenic tour will end when we arrive at the Quinault Lodge which is listed on the National Historic Registry and was built in 1926. The lodge was made famous by a 1937 fact finding visit by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt who, nine months later, created Olympic National.  Uniquely situated on Lake Quinault, the lodge is surrounded by hiking trails and beautiful scenery for you to explore during the early afternoon and
morning.

Day 2:  Hoh Rainforest, and Wine Pairing Dinner at Ruby Beach

Premium Lodging: 
Lake Quinault Lodge, Lake Quinault

Our exploration of this amazing region continues with a visit to the Hoh Rainforest and the lush landscape that makes
it so unique.  The leisure trails, good for all activity levels, introduces visitors to one of the most serene and peaceful destinations on earth.  The star attraction is the amazing trees.  The dominant species are Sitka spruce and western hemlock, but other conifers and several deciduous species grow as well. Many are 100's of years old and can reach 250 feet in height and 30 to 60 feet in circumference.  The stroll to the Hall of Mosses is especially unique and makes this temperate Rainforest a must-see when visiting the Pacific Northwest. Just a short drive down the road is one of the most remote and peaceful beaches you will ever find.  Completely void of any buildings, telephone wires or human intervention, Ruby Beach is one of the most relaxing places on earth to explore the tides, sea birds, driftwood, monolith rocks and lush foliage.  Our Hospitality Guide will prepare wine pairing dinner while guests explore the beach and then we will dine on the banks of the Pacific Ocean to the sounds of waves crashing on the sand.

Day 3: Mt. Rainier National Park, Yakima River & Canyon, Wine Pairing Dinner

Premium Lodging: Suncadia Mountain Resort, Roslyn Washington

We will rise early and get our start on the three hours’ scenic drive to Mt. Rainier National Park for a day of exploration of this majestic volcano.    We will arrive at the Paradise Inn where lunch will be served by our chef and multiple scenic options are available.  For those who want to hike at Paradise Inn on Mt. Rainier, there is something for all activity levels.

Easy Trails

Nisqually Vista Trail. 1.2 miles round-trip. 200' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 45 minutes. The trail head is located at the northwest end of the lower parking lot. Suitable for families with strollers.

Skyline Trail to Myrtle Falls. 1 mile round-trip. 100' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 35 minutes. The trail head is located on the north side of the upper parking lot, next to the visitor center. Suitable for wheelchairs with help, and strollers.

Moderate Trails

Deadhorse Creek Trail and Moraine Trail. 2.5 miles round-trip. 400' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 1 ¾ hours. The trail head is located at the northwest end of the lower parking lot. For excellent views, continue up the Deadhorse Creek Trail to Glacier Vista and return via the Skyline Trail.

Alta Vista via the Alta Vista and Skyline Trails. 1.75 miles round-trip. 600' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 1 ¼ hours. Begin at the trail head located at the entrance to the lower parking lot, or at the trail head on the north side of the upper parking lot, next to the visitor center.

Bench and Snow Lakes. 2.5 miles round-trip. 700' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 2 hours. The trail head is located on the south side of the road, 1.5 miles east of Reflection Lakes. The trail is a succession of gradual ups and downs as it crosses a series of low ridges. The path first reaches Bench Lake after 0.75 mile, then continues another 0.5 mile to Snow Lake. The lakes may not melt out until late July.

Strenuous Trails

Pinnacle Peak. 3 miles round-trip. 1150' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 3 hours. The trail head is located southeast of Paradise, across the road from Reflection Lakes.

Panorama Point via the Skyline and Golden Gate Trails. 4 miles round-trip. 1700' elevation gain. Average hiking time: 3 hours. The trail head is located on the north side of the upper parking lot, next to the visitor center. Alternatively, you may take the Deadhorse Creek Trail from the north end of the lower parking lot and
intersect the Skyline Trail near Glacier Vista.

Our journey will continue as we navigate the southeast side of Mt. Rainier and make our way to highway 12 and the beautiful scenic drive towards the Yakima Valley.  We will have a special dinner prepared by our chef with Yakima Valley wine paring on the banks of the Yakima River in Yakima Canyon where eagles, big horn sheep, elk, deer and other wildlife thrive.  Our final short leg of scenic driving will take us through Ellensburg Washington and onto Roslyn where we will stay at the Suncadia Mountain Resort.  This beautiful hideaway provides opportunity for spa services, golf, hiking and of course, majestic mountain scenery. 

Day 4: Suncadia Resort, Swiftwater Winery, Recreational Paradise

Lodging:  Suncadia Resort, Roslyn WA.

There will be multiple excursion today for hikers who want to really explore the mountain lakes, and alpine ridges with both leisure and aggressive options.  Golf and spa services are available for those that choose to stay at the resort and the walking trails are beyond beautiful right from your room.  Paddle boards, mountain bikes, hot springs and an amazing winery is at your beckon call as you explore this amazing mountain resort in the heart of the Cascade Range.  Roslyn is also home to the 1990’s sitcom Northern Exposure.  The story takes place in Alaska but is filmed in the charming town of Roslyn.  The Brick Saloon, Washington’s oldest continuously operated bar, and made even more famous in Northern Exposure, has great food, refreshments and entertainment as the centerpiece of downtown Roslyn.  The nightlife, local culture and landscape make this a special place for all that visit

Day 5: Leavenworth’s Bavarian Wonderland

Lodging:  Enzian Inn, Leavenworth Washington

Our short drive to Leavenworth takes us through Blewett Pass in the beautiful Cascade Range.  Our arrival in Leavenworth is timed for those that may want to take an optional river rafting trip down the Wenatchee River which is valued by those seeking adventure.  This German themed town is a Northwest treasure and has something for everyone.  Great food is enhanced by the many shops that include wine tasting, distilleries, bakeries, Gingerbread House, art galleries, cheese shops and even a Nutcracker Museum.  Leavenworth is geographically situated at the center of a scenic paradise with fresh fruit stands, wineries and unique shopping experiences offering something for all.  Great hiking trails for all levels of activity will gives flexibility for everyone.  The Enzian Inn is in the heart of downtown so that each guest can explore on their own and choose the restaurant of their choice. 

Day 6: Lake Chelan & the North Cascades National Park

Lodging:  Cedarbrook Lodge, SeaTac Washington near the
airport or the Motif in downtown Seattle.  (Guest will choose at time of booking in
case they want to explore Seattle’s downtown options)

We will depart early as we continue towards the Lake Chelan Recreation Area that is rich with cherries, and vineyards.   Lake Chelan is steeped in agriculture featuring cherries, grapes, apples and pears which makes for fun stops to taste the local bounty.  Lake Chelan is the second deepest river gorge in North America and provides beautiful landscape photography options.  Our next destination is the North Cascade National Park which is filled with glacier-clad peaks rising almost vertically from the lush forested valleys.  Often called the American Alps, The North Cascades offer stunning views of virgin forests and fragile subalpine meadows where black bears, mountain goats and black-tailed deer, marmots, mountain lions and bobcats thrive.  A favorite stop is at Ross Lake.  For those wanting to hike, your dinner will be hot and ready on the Expedition Cruiser with panoramic views when you return.  A guided hike (7.6 miles round trip) is available to Diablo Lake which is fed by surrounding glaciers and has brilliant turquoise colors.  There are many easy walking trails to multiple scenic viewpoints from where we will be parked. This National Park is so peaceful and full of amazing scenery which makes this such a special place for the farewell dinner.  Our last leg of the tour will take us to downtown Seattle for those that will be staying at the Motif in the heart of downtown, and our last stop will be at the Cedarbrook Lodge near SeaTac Airport.

Day 7:  Homeward Bound

For those staying in downtown Seattle, guests are strategically located in the heart of the downtown attractions to explore on their own.  The Seattle Space Needle, Chihuly Garden of Glass, The Museum of Pop Culture, The Seattle Aquarium, The Seattle Great Wheel, The Seattle Underground, and many more attractions are just a block or two from the hotel.  If you wish to visit the Boeing Museum of Flight, it would be much closer to the Cedarbrook Lodge, and a short Uber ride will get you there and back.  There is also a very convenient Tram service that goes from the SeaTac Airport to downtown Seattle.  Your breakfast and airport transfer are included in your stay and we thank you for traveling with National Park Travel Club