Day 1 Travel Day / Cheyenne, WY (D)
We’re bound for the breathtaking scenery of the Pacific Northwest! We’ll learn more about our fellow travelers at our Get Acquainted Dinner this evening. Overnight in Cheyenne, WY.

Day 2 Jackson, Wyoming (B)
The Grand Teton Mountains form the background at our overnight stay in charming Jackson, WY. An evening option is dinner and a wild west show at the Bar-T-Five Chuck Wagon Cookout OR a float trip on the Snake River. Either option is an additional cost. Please make your preference when registering for the tour.

Day 3 Twin Falls, Idaho (CB, D)
We travel through the majestic Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho and marvel at the Shoshone Falls, called “the Niagara of the West.” O vernight in Twin Falls, ID.

Day 4 Baker City / Pendleton, OR (CB)
At the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center at Baker City, OR, we’ll take an in-depth look at the hardships endured along the Oregon Trail. We then follow the Oregon Trail to our overnight in Pendleton, OR.

Day 5 Portland / Clackamus, OR (CB)
Today we drive along the Columbia River Gorge. A visit to the Bonneville Dam which spans the river will tell us about the role it plays in controlling the Columbia River. Multnomah Falls is on our way to Portland. Vista House, a tribute to Oregon’s pioneers overlooks the west end of the Columbia. Experience the splendid view of the city of Portland, Oregon while visiting the International Rose Test Gardens in Washington Park. Overnight in Clackamus, OR.

Day 6 Tillicum Village / Blake Island (B, D)
We venture to the Mt. Saint Helen’s National Volcanic Monument Visitor Center. See dramatic views of the volcanic crater and displays revealing mysteries of this famous unpredictable mountain. Tonight we are treated to the popular Tillicum Village Cruise and Salmon Dinner on Blake Island. We overnight near Seattle for 3 nights.

Day 7 Seattle, WA (CB, D)
A guided city tour of Seattle shows us Seattle up close, including the Space Needle and a visit to Pikes Place Market. A tour of the Boeing Airline Manufacturing Plant lets us see up close how airplanes are built.

Day 8 Seattle, WA (CB)
Today is a day of options. Option #1: Take a Victoria Clipper ferry ride through the San Juan Islands to Victoria, British Columbia. This option includes, boat ride, tour of Victoria and beautiful Butchart Gardens and free time in Victoria. Includes 2 meals (Passport Required) Option #2: Whale watching through the San Juan Islands includes historic Friday Harbor. Includes 2 meals. Option #3: Experience Mount Ranier up close! Linger at several scenic lookout points and gaze at the natural wonders – crashing waterfalls, diverse plant life, and the snowcapped summit on our way to Paradise Lodge. Either option is an additional cost. Please make your preference when booking this tour.

Day 9 Leavenworth / Spokane, WA (CB)
Journey east into the Cascade Mountains to central Washington, where we visit the Bavarian village of Leavenworth to experience some of its Old World warmth and charm. Marvel at the many orchards along the way. We travel on to the Spokane, Washington area for our overnight.

Day 10 Wallace, ID (CB, D)
Step into history as we travel to Wallace, ID. Our local step on guide will delight you with stories of yesteryear during Wallace’s silver mining days. This evening we’ll participate in the 6th St. Melodrama. Our overnight is in Wallace, ID.

Day 11 Missoula / Billings, MT (B)
Montana’s Big Sky Country welcomes us. At the Smokejumpers Base Aerial Fire Depot in Missoula, we learn firsthand accounts of firefighting and smoke jumping. We continue to Billings, MT for overnight.

Day 12 Deadwood / Keystone, SD (CB, D)
Reflect on the last great Indian victory at the Little Bighorn National Monument before we travel to the Black Hills of South Dakota. Tour a Black Hills Gold factory followed by dinner with your travel mates at one of Keystone’s fine restaurants. Top off the day with a visit to Mount Rushmore for the evening lighting ceremony. Overnight in Keystone, SD.

Day 13 Travel home (CB)
Great memories of our Pacific Northwest trip will linger as we head home.