A sampling of Seattle, the beautiful Oregon coast, and San Francisco make this magnificent journey along the Pacific Coast one you'll remember. Start your Pacific Coast tour in charming Seattle, end in San Francisco, and overnight also in Portland, Newport, Coos Bay, and Eureka. Sightseeing in Seattle, Portland, and San Francisco includes the must-see sights, such as a visit to Seattle’s Pike’s Peak Market where you can shop and dine like the locals and Portland’s International Rose Test Gardens, the largest rose garden in Portland. Enjoy some of the spectacular scenery waiting in Oregon, including Oregon’s oceanside sand dunes, with wind-sculpted sand dunes stretching 500 feet above sea level; the beautiful Multnomah Falls; and the many majestic views and scenic lighthouses along the Oregon Coast. Also experience a cruise on Oregon’s scenic Rogue River. Follow the path just as Rogue River pioneers have done since 1895, when road access did not exist. You’ll also have the chance to experience wildlife, pristine wilderness and fascinating mail boat history. Another out-of-the-ordinary adventure Globus has arranged is a traditional Coquille Indian salmon bake. In California, 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’ll even have the opportunity to see a 1,800-year-old redwood!From its vibrant cities to its spectacular scenery, this Pacific Coast tour is sure to delight all of your senses!
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SEATTLE Sightseeing; visit Boeing’s Future of Flight Aviation CenterELBE[LF] Ride the train and visit logging museumPORTLANDSightseeing; visit the International Rose Test GardensMULTNOMAH FALLSSightseeingNEWPORT Sightseeing; [LF] behind-the-scenes tour and dinner at the Oregon Coast AquariumFLORENCEExplore the sand dunes on a dune buggy ride GOLD BEACH [LF] Rogue River jetboat rideREDWOOD NATIONAL PARK Sightseeing SAN FRANCISCO Sightseeing; farewell dinner
Meals
Meals & Itinerary
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 3 three-course dinners including a farewell dinner in San Francisco
Itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description.
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 visit to the FUTURE OF FLIGHT AVIATION CENTER for a tour of the Boeing Factory and past, present, and future developments in aviation technology. Then, return to Seattle for a guided tour including the Pike Place Market and Pioneer Square. This evening is at leisure in Seattle. Maybe visit the Space Needle or Chihuly Garden and Glass. Breakfast
Day 3
SEATTLE–ELBE–PORTLAND. Travel south this morning, possibly capturing your first glimpse of Mount Rainier, a towering ice-clad volcano. Then, head for MT. RAINIER RAILROAD AND LOGGING MUSEUM, [LF] a heritage railroad that travels through forest along the Upper Nisqually River to a museum exhibiting the long history of logging and the pioneers. After lunch, continue on to Portland, known as the “City of Roses.” Visit WASHINGTON PARK, home of the INTERNATIONAL ROSE TEST GARDENS, followed by a city sightseeing tour. (B,L)
Day 4
PORTLAND–MULTNOMAH FALLS–NEWPORT. This morning, head out of the city to beautiful MULTNOMAH FALLS. Continue along the rugged Pacific coastline en route to Newport, one of Oregon’s most popular seaside resorts. This evening, enjoy a special [LF] behind-the-scenes tour and dinner at the OREGON COAST AQUARIUM. Breakfast Dinner
Day 5
NEWPORT–FLORENCE–COOS BAY. As you travel down the coast today, see popular sites such as Heceta Head Lighthouse and Florence Old Town. Next, enjoy an unforgettable DUNE BUGGY ride along the ocean beach. Then, continue to your bayside hotel in the quaint village of Coos Bay. Breakfast
Day 6
COOS BAY–GOLD BEACH–REDWOOD NATIONAL PARK–EUREKA. This morning, travel south to one of Oregon’s great natural treasures, the scenic Rogue River, tumbling over 200 miles from the Cascade Mountains into the Pacific Ocean. In Gold Beach, experience a thrilling ride through this wild and remote region by [LF] JETBOAT, and be sure to have your camera ready for glimpses of the American bald eagle! Continue 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 pass by 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 Dinner
Day 7
EUREKA–SAN FRANCISCO. This morning, travel along the spectacular 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 will have the chance to see a 1,800-year-old redwood here! Continue to the “City by the Bay,” San Francisco, for a 2-night stay. Breakfast
Day 8
SAN FRANCISCO. On our included sightseeing tour, see Golden Gate National Recreation area, including the Golden Gate Bridge and the Presidio. Also, see Twin Peaks, Fisherman’s Wharf, and much more. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale to your vacation. Breakfast Dinner
Day 9
SAN FRANCISCO. The tour ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Breakfast
Tour Director
With Globus, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of your Tour Director. Averaging over a decade... we’d like you to meet a Tour Director, who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.
DEREK LUNDGREN
Escorting tours for more than 10 years
"The Western United States' national parks have some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet, and provide experiences and memories that last a lifetime. Where else can you see wild animals roam free among natural wonders and stunning canyons? It's my great honor to introduce travelers to these beautiful places as I tell the little-known facts and stories that bring each destination to life."
Accommodations
COOS BAY
RED LION HOTEL COOS BAY
Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate First-Class
Free Wifi
EUREKA
RED LION HOTEL EUREKA
Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate First-Class
Free Wifi
NEWPORT
ELIZABETH OCEANFRONT SUITES
Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate First-Class
Free Wifi
PORTLAND
PORTLAND MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN WATERFRONT
Hotel as shown or similar
First-Class
Free Wifi
SAN FRANCISCO
SAN FRANCISCO MARRIOTT MARQUIS
Hotel as shown or similar
Superior First-Class
Free Wifi
SEATTLE
SHERATON GRAND SEATTLE HOTEL
Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate Deluxe
Free Wifi
Optional Excursions
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