Best of the Pacific Northwest

The group will enjoy a welcome meeting in the morning at the joining point in Vancouver. Afterwards, drive across the border into the United States and take a ferry ride across Puget Sound. Arrive in Sequim in the early evening and explore Hurricane Ridge in Olympic National Park. After the 8am welcome meeting the group will 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.

Included Experiences

• Arrival Day and Morning Welcome Meeting: Today, the adventure begins. Be sure to arrive in time to meet your group. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your trip before the group departs Vancouver to Sequim.
• Ferry: Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery as you cruise across the Puget Sound between Edmonds and Kingston, Washington.
• Hurricane Ridge Drive: Drive into Olympic National Park and stop at the visitor centre at the base of Hurricane Ridge. Then, explore the road, stop at various viewpoints, and then go for a short walk along one of the nearby trails. This easy paved trail offers views of Port Angeles and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Enjoy a full-day immersed in the unique landscapes of Olympic National Park alongside a knowledgable local guide. Visit both the Sol Duc Valley and Lake Crescent areas of the park, enjoy a few guided hikes, and take advantage of free time to try some of the optional activities available like, renting kayaks or booking a day pass to the hot springs at the nearby resort. 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.

Included Experiences

• Olympic National Park Full-Day Experience: Begin the tour of Olympic National Park in the morning with a local guide. Start in the Sol Duc Valley area with a visit to the Hot Spring Resort. Here, there will be two options for members of the group to consider. You can opt to swim in the hot springs (this will require purchasing a day pass), or you can enjoy a guide-led hike to Sol Duc Falls which is about two miles roundtrip. In the early afternoon, the group will arrive at the Lake Crescent Lodge where they can take time to enjoy the area. Choose to rent a kayak or canoe to get out onto the lake, enjoy the Lodge’s property and nearby walking trails, or set off on a guided hike to the beautiful Marymere Falls which is about two miles roundtrip. Finish your time in the park with a drive to the Elwha River for a short, easy walk along the river to Madisson Falls and back.
• Free Time: Enjoy some free time this evening to explore Port Angeles on your own. This seaside-meets-mountain town has plenty of great food and drink options as well as a deep history, rather bewitching beauty, and it's the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula.

Optional Experiences

• Sol Duc Hot Springs: Since you'll be in the area near the property of the resort, you might as well take a dip in the mineral hot springs on site. There are three soaking pools and one freshwater pool and you can book this at the front desk and length of time in the hot springs is typically an hour and a half.
• Canoe or Kayak Rentals in Olympic National Park: Weather permitting, choose to rent single kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, or paddleboards on a first-come first-serve basis and explore the beautiful glacier-carved Lake Crescent. The lake is known for its crystal clear water surrounded by Mt. Storm King in Olympic National Park.

Have a slow morning in Sequim to explore the area on your own. 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. Arrive in Portland in the late afternoon for an CEO-led orientation walk and a free night on the town. 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.

Included Experiences

• Free Time: Bask in a slow, free morning to get to know Sequim. Options you can partake in include, lavender farms or walks along nature trails.
• CEO-led Orientation Walk of Portland: After checking in to the hotel join your CEO for a walking orientation tour of downtown Portland. The city is known for the uniqueness of its many neighbourhoods, each with quirky, distinct senses of place and spread across six "quadrants". Portland is also known for its great, many breweries and your CEO could suggest some options for tastings after the walk.

Optional Experiences

• Lavender Farm Visit: Experience the beauty of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley and visit lavender farms located in the rural landscape along Sequim's very own Lavender Trail.
• Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge: Spend time on the northern edge of the Olympic Peninsula and walk along the Dungeness Spit, a haven for wild birds and home to a historic lighthouse. The spit is 5km long you can hike out by the water and watch birds all morning.

This morning explore Portland on your own and opt to join a guided biking tour with a local guide, or you can choose to rent a bicycle by yourself and pedal around the different neighbourhoods. before heading north towards Mount Rainier National Park and the base hotel for the next few days. 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.

Included Experiences

• Free Time: Get to know the resort property and spend the evening on your own. Opt to have dinner at one of the restaurants at the base of the mountain.

Optional Experiences

• Portland Bicycle Tour Guided or Unguided: Opt to join a 2 hour bike tour with a local guide through Portland's neighbourhoods, or rent and ride by yourself along any paths you choose. Departures are 10am daily.

Witness the stunning (weather permitting) morning light over the wild landscape of Mount Rainier National Park with a truly spectacular 360 degree view of the nearby peaks and thick green forests. In the afternoon, enjoy optional activities back at the hotel property. 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.

Included Experiences

• Sunrise Point Lookout - Mount Rainier National Park: Today's early wake up will be well worth it for a visit to Sunrise Point, a must-see destination for anyone visiting Mount Rainier National Park. Jutting out from the eastern flanks of Mount Rainier and sitting nearly 3,000 ft about the White River, Sunrise Point's location is best visited early in the morning when the rising sun illuminates the giant volcano and the other peaks that protect the mountain's base. After witnessing the gorgeous spectacle, head to the Sunrise Visitor Centre before heading back to Crystal Mountain.
• Free Time: Take advantage of the many optional activities available in the area and spend the afternoon at the resort property. Activities you can choose from are, a scenic gondola ride, an adventure course, or you can explore the resort property on your own. Crystal Mountain is the perfect base for getting to know the stunning natural beauty of this area while it is still relatively uncrowded.

Optional Experiences

• Scenic Gondola Ride - Crystal Mountain: Rise over 2,400 vertical ft to the summit and border of the national park for gorgeous views of Mount Rainier and the Cascade Range (weather permitting). You will also be close to the Summit House, Washington's highest elevation restaurant and can choose to enjoy a snack or meal there with some great views.This activity is able to be booked online!
• Adventure Course - Crystal Mountain: Book the Flying Raven Adventure Course and check-in at the base of the resort for the ultimate outdoor aerial challenge. Climb up the tall evergreen trees where the ravens fly and the creek babbles below.

Travel to north to Seattle and enjoy a day sightseeing in the city with your CEO or on your own. Visit sites like Pike Place Market, Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle Center, and Chinatown. 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.

Included Experiences

• Orientation Walk - Seattle: Enjoy an orientation walk through Seattle's most talked about places like Pier 57 and Pike Place Market. In the afternoon, choose to continue the tour with your CEO to the Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle Centre, and Chinatown. Or spend an afternoon on your own.
• Free Time: Pass the remainder of the afternoon on your own and choose from some of the optional activities in the area like, visiting the Space Needle, Chichuly Garden and Glass, or Starbuck Reserve Roastery.

Optional Experiences

• Space Needle: Visit the Seattle icon, the Space Needle. Built for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle stands today as a major tourist attraction for those looking to get an incredible view of the city from the 518ft tall (158m) observation tower.
• Chihuly Garden and Glass: Visit the must-see Chihuly Garden and Glass that showcases Dale Chihuly's glass blowing artwork. Walk through the gardens smelling of fresh flowers and trees, and spot beautiful vibrant glass pieces throughout. Whether they're coming out of the dirt as though they were plants themselves or hanging from the ceiling mimicking plant vines, this exhibit will be sure to fill you with joy.
• Starbucks Reserve Roastery: Book an experience at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. Witness the art, science and theater of coffee craft and artisanal baking and enjoy thought-provoking, educational offerings this immersive introduction to all things coffee.

Depart at any time.