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Trip Code
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Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 14 Day Best of Northern Rockies & the Pacific Northwest. Immerse yourself in the many landscapes, animals, and ways of life across western Canada and the Pacific Northwest of the United States on this 14-day adventure. You will travel to three different national parks and witness the deep beauty of some of the world’s wildest places. Picture lush green forests, dramatic coastlines, and snow-capped mountains shrouded in mist. From the mesmerizing waters of Lake Louise to an unforgettable sunrise in Mount Rainier National Park, you’ll soon fall...read more in love with the western coast of North America.
Itinerary
Arrive any time.
With free time upon arrival, Banff has tons to offer. There are plenty of optional activities for all interests and activity levels. It's also just as pleasant to wander the main streets, pop in and out of shops or walk along the river.
Lake Louise is that iconic Canadian Rockies locale. Don't miss the chance to snag the perfect photo.
Travel to Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley, stopping for a BBQ lunch at Kaloya Regional Park, then a tasting at a local winery en route. Kelowna has become a foodie haven in recent years – opt to visit one of the many craft breweries in the city this evening. (B/L)
Drive through the beautiful coastal mountains to the village of Whistler, one of the locations of the 2010 Winter Olympics. (B)
Enjoy a free day to explore Whistler. Opt to ride a gondola to the top of the mountain, hike, or zipline. (B)
Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and go on an interpretive guided tour of the museum, before participating in a medicine bag making activity. Travel to Vancouver, and spend the afternoon in this beautiful, easy-going city. (B)
Climb in the van and drive across the border into the United States. From there, continue south towards Edmonds, Washington and board a boat to cross the Puget Sound. There will be time for lunch on your own either before or after the ferry ride. Cap the day off with a stunning drive along Hurricane Ridge to admire the rising mountains in the distance, and experience a great introduction to the Pacific Northwest. The group will be staying in the city of Sequim; a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and lovers of all things lavender.
Have breakfast at the hotel before driving to Port Angeles to meet up with our local guide. From here, travel to the Sol Duc Valley area where there will be time to choose between booking a day pass at the nearby hot springs or going on a guided hike to Sol Duc Falls shrouded by a canopy of Douglas Firs and Western Red Cedars. Then, move on to the Lake Crescent area where the group can choose to rent a kayak/canoe, walk the trails near the lodge, or set off on a guided hike to the picturesque Marymere Falls through Lowland, Old Growth forest. Finish the visit with a walk along Elwha River to Madisson Falls. Dinner will be on your own in Port Angeles before returning to Sequim in the evening. (B)
Spend the morning in Sequim. Opt to visit one of the nearby Lavender Farms or walk along one of the world’s longest sand spits on Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge. Around mid-morning the group will depart for Portland and drive along the scenic Hood Canal. A stop will be made for lunch on your own and we will make it to Portland in the late afternoon. Set off on a CEO-led orientation walk of Portland and then hit the town for dinner at your leisure, or maybe try one of the many great breweries the city is known for. (B)
Soak up the wackiness of Portland and opt to book one of the optional activities in the area. Grab lunch at one of the many great restaurants or food trucks before driving back north towards Washington and our two-night stay at a resort near Mount Rainier National Park. Dinner will be on your own at one of the restaurants located at the base of Crystal Mountain. (B)
Wake up early and depart for the Sunrise area in Mount Rainier to witness the mountains glow orange in the morning light with a truly spectacular 360 degree view from the Sunrise Point lookout. Visit the Sunrise Visitor Centre before returning to Crystal Mountain for a free afternoon. Choose between optional activities like a scenic gondola ride to the top of the mountain where you’ll reach the border of Mount Rainier National Park, or perhaps test your fear of heights with an adventure course through the trees. Dinner will be at your leisure at one of the options on the resort property. (B)
Enjoy breakfast at a nearby restaurant before the morning departure from Crystal Mountain to Seattle. Upon arrival, set off on an orientation walk with your CEO through parts of downtown. Start with Pier 57 and take time for lunch on your own at Pike Place Market. For the rest of the afternoon you can choose to keep discovering Seattle with your CEO, or you can book one of the available optional activities like, the Space Needle, Starbucks Reserve Roastery, or Chihuly Garden and Glass. Opt for a group dinner together this evening. (B)
After a free morning in Seattle, cross the border between the United States and Canada arriving in Vancouver later in the day. We recommend booking post-nights at the Finishing Point hotel to experience more of this lovely west coast Canadian city. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Visit Banff.
- Canada’s first and most famous National Park.
- Walk along the pristine waters of Lake Louise and Lake Crescent.
- Sip local wine in the Okanagan Valley and learn about the local grape varieties.
- Experience the laid-back west coast vibes of Vancouver Seattle and Portland.
- Cross the Puget Sound by ferry and watch as the Olympic Mountains appear in the distance.
- Enjoy a full-day guided experience in Olympic National Park where you'll spend time exploring the Lake Crescent and Sol Duc Valley areas.
- Travel to Sunrise Point Lookout in Mount Rainier National Park for epic views as the morning light catches the surrounding mountains.
- Your G for Good Moment: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit, Whistler
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Foodie Moment: Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting, Kelowna
- Your Discover Moment: Whistler
- Your Hands-On Moment: Medicine Bag Making Activity, Whistler
- Lake Louise visit
- Free time in Banff, Whistler, Vancouver, Portland, and Seattle
- Olympic National Park visit and guided hiking day
- Sunrise Point Lookout in Mount Rainier National Park
- Free time to explore in Portland, Crystal Mountain, and Seattle
- Orientation walks with the CEO in Portland and Seattle
- Ferry ride across Puget Sound
- Hurricane Ridge drive and scenic viewpoints stops
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- Hotels (13 Nights)
- This trip uses comfortable 3 star hotels, lodges and inns, well located in cities or near park entrances. Our chosen hotels vary in size, character, and amenities, but are of a very good standard, and the rooms are double occupancy with a private bathroom.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides
- 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- Private vehicle, ferry, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from G Adventures. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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