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Leave Fri. Jul. 05
Return Thu. Jul. 18

$4,980 - Total Package
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2019 Pacific Northwest Returned

Oregon - Washington - Idaho

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 Honolulu Departure.

Our Pacific Northwest journey begins today with an early morning departure for San Francisco. We make a nice connection to our Portland flight which lands in the early evening. On arrival we are met by our amazing director and head to the Monarch Hotel. This will be our home for the next three nights. The preliminary flight schedule is displayed online at doldworldjourneys.com under the journey's page.

Day 2 Discovering Portland, Oregon.

Today we take in the sights, fountains, public art that have made Portland one of America’s most popular cities. Our morning orientation includes the financial district, Pearl District, Chinatown, and the Old Town sections. Then browse Washington Park, home to 10,000 roses, with 4-5,000 different varieties in the International Rose Test Garden. Recently given the Award of Merit by the World Federation of Rose Societies, an honor given to only 27 gardens worldwide.

Food trucks/carts are all the rage in Portland – we’ll visit one of the most famous locations with lots of cuisine options for our lunch. Later we visit beautiful Multnomah Falls, a breathtakingly wonder. This 611-foot-tall roaring fall is an awe-inspiring cascade of icy water which allows us to experience the power and beauty of nature up close and with ease. Tonight's dinner is at a local restaurant. (B), (D)

Day 3 Experiencing the Columbia River.

This morning we visit the Bonneville Lock & Dam, built and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, was the first federal lock and dam on the Columbia and Snake Rivers. At the Bradford Island Visitor Center see how nature, technology, and humans intersect and learn about the cultural history of the region, dam construction, the development of navigation along the Columbia River, and the life-cycles of salmon and Pacific lamprey. Enjoy seasonal views of migrating fish through underwater windows that allow us to peer into the fish ladder.

We continue to Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum winner of the American Institute of Architects Honor Award. The museum is home to numerous multimedia and interactive exhibits to help introduce us to the geology, flora, fauna, history, and economic development of the Gorge. Paved walking trails offer spectacular views of the Columbia Gorge. This evening savor an authentic Sternwheeler Riverboat experience through the scenic Columbia River Gorge. The top Starlight Deck is an open-air viewing area. A fabulous dinner is served on board. (B), (D)

Day 4 Via Mount St. Helens to Long Beach, Washington.

After breakfast we head north and make a stop at Silver Lake Visitors Center to see the monumental devastation left by Mount St. Helens eruption on May 18, 1980. This powerful explosion sent pulverized rock and ash almost 14 miles into the atmosphere. The force of the blast flattened trees and destroyed nearly everything in its path.

Our coach takes us west to Long Beach located on the Washington Coast. It's known for having the “longest beach in the world” with over 20 miles of stung shoreline (we'll be the judge of that!). On arrival we check in at the Cedars Ocean View Inn for the night. Dinner tonight is at the Historic Shelburne Inn. Where their artisan breads and desserts are all made by hand in the Inn's bakery. (B), (D)

Day 5 Via the Oregon Coast to Newport, Oregon.

Begin our day with breakfast at the locals favorite Cottage Bakery. They have been baking True Artisan Bread since 1954. Long before the Pilgrims arrived and before Lewis and Clark walked these parts a century ago, Native Americans combined crushed cranberries with dried deer meat and melted fat to make pemmican, a convenient food that kept for a long time. This morning we visit Cranberry Museum and learn both the history of this garnet colored berry as well as key phases of the industry from bog preparation and planting to marketing cranberry products. Next is a stop at the International Kite Museum and view old and new kites from around the world including ones used in World War II.

Savor a Beach Bucket lunch before exploring the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. The Center stands high on the cliffs of Cape Disappointment State Park, 200 feet above the pounding Pacific surf. A series of mural-sized timeline panels guide visitors through the westward journey of the Lewis and Clark Expedition using sketches, paintings, photographs, and the words of Corps members themselves. There's also features a short film presentation, a gift shop, and a glassed-in observation deck with fabulous views of the river, headlands, and sea.

Our coach continues down the stunning Oregon Coast with its breathtaking cliffs, beautiful beaches and unique rock formations. Finally we visit the Tillamook Cheese Factory/Creamery with tasty cheese samples, interactive kiosks, factory viewing windows, and cafe. Of course, we savor a scoop of ice cream of our choice! Elizabeth Oceanfront Suites. (B), (L), (D)

Day 6 Via Florence to Eugene.

After breakfast we continue our scenic journey down historic Highway 101 arriving at Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, a pristine 40-mile long expanse of coastal sand dunes – the largest in North America. Glistening valleys, vast hills of shifting sand, and desert atmosphere make the dunes truly a must see. Setting out in an open-top buggy with a professional driver is a thrilling way to take in the spectacular scenery.

Onto Florence for a lunch break and visit to the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum dedicated to the loggers and fishermen of the area. Enjoy the historic displays, pictures and other information about the Siuslaw River which was once the primary and nearly exclusive means of travel in the area. From the coast, we’ll head inland to Eugene – a vibrant university town and check in to the Valley River Inn. We’ll have time to browse in the 5th Street Market, a delightful collection of local shops and boutiques. (B)

Day 7 Via Albany and Silverton to Salem.

Our first stop today is at the Historic Carousel in Albany. Here we see how the carousel is being restored and with some luck watch the artists at work. Next on to Silverton for lunch is at the Garden View Restaurant followed by a tram ride in the Oregon Gardens. This 80-acre botanical garden, featuring more than 20 specialty gardens showcasing the diverse botanical beauty that can be found in the Willamette Valley and throughout the Pacific Northwest. Highlights include one of the largest collections of miniature conifers in the country and a 400-year-old Signature Oak which is an Oregon Heritage Tree.

Next explore the Gordon House designed by influential architect Frank Lloyd Wright. It's one of the last of the Usonian series that Wright designed as affordable housing for American working-class. The house is based on a design for a modern home commissioned by Life magazine in 1938. We depart for Salem where we check into the Grand Hotel Salem. Savor a Northwest inspired dinner tonight at the Bentley's Grill in our hotel. (B), (L), (D)

Day 8 Via Dalles to Walla Walla, Washington.

Our coach takes up North towards and along the Columbia River as we head to Dalles known earlier in its history as the town at the end of the Oregon Trail. Here we explore the Fort Dalles Museum set on the grounds of a military base built in the 1800s. This is one of the oldest museums in the American West, founded in 1905. In addition to exhibits of military and pioneer artifacts, we’ll find a unique collection of antique vehicles including a stage coach, covered wagon and surreys. Free time for lunch in historic Hood River.

As we continue our way to Walla Walla, we stop at the Sage Center in Boardman. Developed by the Port of Morrow, the Center gives us a unique opportunity to learn about the technology used for sustainable agriculture and energy in the area. Enjoy dinner at Rooster Country Kitchen in Pendleton before checking into the Walla Walla Holiday Inn Express. This is our home for the next two nights. (B), (D)

Day 9 Excursion to Pendleton, Oregon.

Today we head down to Pendleton to discover a town that has earned its reputation of embodying the “Real Wild West.” We start with a Makers Tour where we learn the art of western hat, saddle and boot making right from the crafts specialist themselves. Then experience a unique Underground Tour and learn about the dark side of Pendleton, including bootlegging, prostitution and gambling. It also tells the story of the Chinese who lived in Eastern Oregon and helped build the state to what it is today.

After some free time to wander Main Street with its bronze statues and shops we explore the colorful Pendleton Round-Up Hall of Fame Museum & Rodeo grounds. Ranging from a full-sized teepee to delicate beadwork, the exhibits in the Hall of Fame cover a wide range of subjects and span over 100 years of Round-Up and Happy Canyon history. Saddles, clothing, Indian regalia, photographs, firearms, trophies, wagons, … hundreds of items are displayed for our enjoyment. Enjoy dinner at the famous Hamley Steakhouse & Saloon before returning to Walla Walla. (B), (D)

Day 10 To Lewiston, Idaho.

After breakfast we explore the Fort Walla Walla Museum with more than 48,000 artifacts and photographs as well as a Living History series which tells the story of the many people who have inhabited the Walla Walla Valley. The Museum occupies 15 acres within Fort Walla Walla Park, part of the original 640-acre military reservation. Next, it's the Whitman Mission and Historical site, a former rest stop along the historic Oregon Trail and site of the 1847 massacre that played a key role in America’s westward expansion. Hear the story of the events that took place on the Columbia Plateau from the moment the Whitman’s established their mission in 1836, up to 1848, when after the massacre, Oregon became an official territory of the United States. Even take a walk on the actual Oregon Trail!

In the afternoon we visit Nez Perce National Historical Park where we learn about the history and culture of the Nimiipuu or Nez Perce people. This outstanding Park was established in 1965 showcase the contributions and achievements of the Nez Perce and to help protect and preserve their sites, artifacts, culture and stories. We continue to Lewiston and check in to the Red Lion Hotel. For a thrilling experience we cruise up the Snake River thru Hells Canyon on a jet boat. Along the way we stop at the site of ancient petroglyphs and Heller Bar Lodge for a wonderful buffet dinner. (B), (D)

Day 11 Via Wallace to Coeur d'Alene.

This morning we head north to Wallace which traces its root back to 1884. Today every building in downtown Wallace has the distinction of being on the National Register of Historic Places. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of northern Idaho’s Bitterroot mountains lies this Silver Capitol of the World having produced 1.2 billion ounces of silver in its time. On arrival we jump on a classic trolley for a narrated tour of historic Wallace as we travel to the Sierra Silver Mine. Once there a retired miner guides us as they explain life in the mine. We'll also experience actual methods of hard-rock mining.

Free time for street-side dining and eclectic shopping before we visit the Northern Pacific Rail Road Museum. Take a step back in time when railroads were the king of transportation. As we enter the museum, we walk into the re-creation of an early working railroad station. Then explore the Oasis Bordello Museum which housed an active bordello until 1988 when the occupants hastily left town leaving personal items, furnishings, food in the cupboards, and even the groceries still sit in a grocery bag on the kitchen counter. Our guide will explain the rushed departure through information gathered from former maids, clients and even the girls themselves.

We depart for Coeur d'Alene where the Coeur d'Alene Casino & Resort is our home for the next two nights. Tonight, enjoy a bountiful meal while listening to the songs and watching the dance of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe! (B), (D)

Day 12 Discovering Coeur d'Alene.

This morning we visit a working bison ranch and a get up-close and personal look at Warren "Buzz" Howard and his wife Melissa's Bison Ranch in Worley. They'll tell us about the history and importance of local bison first-hand. Then savor a homemade lunch featuring Bison Burgers and more! For a unique cultural experience in the afternoon we are joined by a Tribal Guide who takes us through the Cataldo Mission & Museum which features a 5,000-square-foot exhibit entitled Sacred Encounters: Father De Smet & the Indians of the Rocky Mountain West. The mission dates to the early 1850s, making it the oldest building in Idaho, and was a joint construction effort by Catholic missionaries and members of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe.

For a real treat tonight experience a Lake Coeur d'Alene Dinner Cruise. We'll watch the sunset on beautiful Lake Coeur D’Alene and then savor a gourmet dinner buffet while cruising. Once described by National Geographic as one of the five most beautiful lakes in the world, Lake Coeur d’Alene is 25 miles long and 10 miles across at its widest point, with an average depth of about 100 feet. (B), (L), (D)

Day 13 To Spokane, Washington.

After breakfast we head west to Spokane, Washington's second-largest city in Washington and the hub of the Inland Northwest. On arrival we travel along the Spokane River where the site of Expo ’74 is located. We'll ascend to "The Hill" with views of the city and stunning mansions. Then stroll through Manito Park, a 90-acre botanical garden and arboretum. In Browne’s Addition, one of Spokane’s oldest and most exclusive residential neighborhoods, we hear colorful storiesof about the city’s founding families and see handsome mansions built in the late 1800’s by those who gained their wealth from mining, agriculture and the railroads. Then explore the Crosbyana Room dedicated to Bing Crosby. Discover a fascinating collection of memorabilia while learning about his remarkable career which started here in Spokane. After checking into the Mirabeau Park Hotel, we savor a fabulous farewell dinner at its award-winning Max at Mirabeau Restaurant. (B), (D)

Day 14 To Honolulu.

Amazing images of a unique Pacific Northwest journey are with us as we the airport around noon. Our flight arriving into Honolulu in the late evening. (B)