Day 1: Seattle, Washington

Your tour opens with an overnight stay in Seattle, dubbed the “Emerald City” for its lush green surroundings. Get to know your fellow travellers at tonight’s welcome dinner. (D)

Day 2: Seattle - Olympia - Portland, Oregon

Explore Seattle’s colourful waterfront area and historic Pioneer Square on your tour with a local guide. Mingle with artisans at the lively Pike Place Market, a famous fish and vegetable market dotted with restaurants and shops. Travel south through Olympia, stopping at the Mount St. Helens Visitor Centre. Learn about its 1980 volcanic eruption as well as the history and geology of the state park. Continue to Portland, Oregon for a 2-night stay in the picturesque “City of Roses.” Enjoy a tour of Portland on your way to dinner. (B, D)

Day 3: Portland - Cascade Mountains - Portland

Drive along the Mt. Hood route to the lush Columbia River Gorge. Take in the unforgettable views of Mt. Hood as you leave the valley and enter the Cascade Mountains. Discover the awe-inspiring landscapes at the magnificent Columbia River Gorge and the Bonneville Dam. Your evening is free to independently explore the beautiful Lloyd Centre area or hop on the MAX Light Rail to downtown Portland. (B)

Day 4: Portland - Willamette Valley - Newport - North Bend

Journey through the Willamette Valley, the Promised Land for the pioneers who followed the Oregon Trail. This lush valley contains some of the most fertile agricultural soil in Oregon. Head to the seaside town of Newport for a brief stop before travelling along some of the country’s most beautiful coastline. Admire sweeping views from the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, a 93 foot tower that has been uˆeted by wind and rain since 1872. Pause along the way to take in the natural beauty of Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Cap oˆ your day strolling North
Bend’s lively boardwalk perched along scenic Coos Bay. (B, D)

Day 5: Bandon State Natural Area - Redwood National Park, California - Eureka

Drive to Bandon State Natural Area. Take in the breathtaking scenery as we travel along the striking Beach Loop. See Bandon Rocks and Face Rock, famous for their American Indian legends. Stop to enjoy a cruise up the spectacular Rogue River, taking you into Oregon’s rugged wilderness for a chance to see bald eagles, cormorants, seals and blue heron. Continuing south to California’s redwood country, travel through Redwood National Park, home to trees that can reach nearly 300 feet. See for yourself why the sun seldom hits the ground.
Arrive in Eureka and embark on a delightful tour. Come to know this historic timber and fishing village and see Old Town with lovely Victorian architecture. (B)

Day 6: Eureka - San Francisco

Return to the majestic beauty and splendid grandeur of the Redwood Forest as you traverse the “Avenue of the Giants,” a scenic highway loaded with towering redwoods. Next, drive over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge and arrive in “the City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Tonight, gather for dinner on the city’s colourful Pier 39 with exceptional views of San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge. (B, D)

Day 7: San Francisco

The choice is yours! Take a narrated cruise on San Francisco Bay and learn about its landmarks including Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge -OR- join a local guide to hear stories of the city’s past and present as you drive past its famous landmarks including Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore San Francisco independently. For a true local experience, ride the famed cable cars up and down San Francisco’s thrilling hills. (B)

Day 8: San Francisco - Tour Ends

Your tour comes to a close today, but the memories will stay with you forever.

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Travelling in Style

One of the last elements of a holiday we think about is how we are going to get to the airport. At Collette, we believe your holiday starts as soon as you close your front door. So, when you book a flight inclusive holiday with us, you’ll be able to start your holiday in style with our private door to door service.

More comfort

Your driver will collect you from your home and take you directly to your chosen UK departure airport. You’ll travel in the comfort and style you’ll become accustomed to on your Collette tour. Your transfer is exclusively for you and no one else! Just sit back, relax and start looking forward to your adventure with Collette.

More convenient

When you return from your holiday, your driver will meet you as you arrive in the terminal after you have collected your bags. They will then take you to the car and they will whisk you away from the airport and take you straight back home, without any diversions, in the comfort you have been accustomed to on your Collette tour.

More choice

Alternatively, if you prefer to drive yourself to the airport, you could take advantage of our complimentary hotel stay and airport parking at the airport of your choice. You could choose to enjoy your hotel stay at the beginning of your tour, if you have an early morning fl ight, or you could extend your holiday for an extra night if you have a later flight back. Just let us know your preference at time of booking*

*Subject to availability