
Northwest Coastal Escape
About the Trip
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest on a nine-day adventure. Start in Seattle, where you’ll tour the city with a local guide and visit the acclaimed Chihuly Garden and Glass gallery. Cross Puget Sound by ferry and enjoy sightseeing at Olympic National Park, then overnight at the grand and historic Lake Quinault Lodge. As you continue south, enjoy a trolley ride and nature cruise before arriving in Portland for a panoramic tour of the city. Explore the Columbia River area on an idyllic bike ride – complete with stops at local wineries. Enjoy visits to two more wineries, this time in the lush Willamette Valley, known for its pinot noir. Your escape to the coast awaits.
Member-exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- $25 CAD Beverage card†
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Ocean Kayak & Snorkeling Tour
A naturalist guide takes you from Pez Vela Marina to the winding coastline of Manuel Antonio. Explore Beizans Bay and snorkel for glimpses of astounding coral reef systems. End your adventure with a satiating hot lunch in typical Costa Rican flavor near the beach.
Package Includes:
- Airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Seattle and return from Portland to Toronto or Winnipeg
- 2-night stay in first-class accommodation in Seattle
- 1-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Lake Quinault
- 1-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Astoria
- 1-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Newport
- 3-night stay in moderate-class accommodation in Portland
- Breakfast daily, 2 lunches, 1 dinner and 2 tastings
- Land transportation via first-class motorcoach
- All bridge, ferry and road tolls
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking tour director throughout
- Local English-speaking guides
- Hotel porterage of 1 suitcase per person
- Destination transfers
Northwest Coastal Escape: Seattle and Portland
Activity Level: Active. A vast national park, scenic ferry ride, expert-guided bike tour and wine tastings await from Seattle to Portland.
Day 1
Seattle – Fly from Toronto or Winnipeg to Seattle. Upon arrival, meet your tour director and transfer to the hotel. Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner this evening. D
Day 2
Seattle – Explore Seattle with a local step-on guide. Visit the renowned Chihuly Garden and Glass, a gallery dedicated to the talented Dale Chihuly, an artist who creates intricate glass sculptures. B
Day 3
Lake Quinault – Cross Puget Sound by ferry to visit the rugged Olympic Peninsula, a region surrounded by the Olympic Mountains. Sightsee in Olympic National Park and overnight at Lake Quinault Lodge. B
Day 4
Astoria – Travel to Astoria and ride the heritage Riverfront Trolley. Visit the River Maritime Museum, where you’ll learn about marine transportation dating back to the time of dugout canoes. B
Day 5
Newport – Enjoy a scenic transfer to Newport. Take a nature cruise and embark on a historic tour with a local tour guide. B
Day 6
Portland – Travel to Portland and witness its vibrant culture on a city tour. B
Day 7
Portland – Enjoy a full-day excursion to the Columbia River, where you’ll embark on your Extraordinary Experience: A bike and wine tour with stops for wine tastings and lunch. B/T/L
Day 8
Portland – Travel to the beautiful Willamette Valley for a visit to two wineries and enjoy tastings and lunch. B/T/L
Day 9
Transfer to the airport for your return home to Toronto or Winnipeg. B
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner | T - Tasting

Terms & Conditions
*All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Beverage card is one per person, in Canadian funds and has no cash value.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊CAA Travel Insurance is underwritten by Orion Travel Insurance Company, a CAA Company. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2023. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to the promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance. Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking. Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Seattle
Fly from Toronto or Winnipeg to Seattle. Meet your tour director and transfer to hotel. Welcome reception and dinner this evening. (D)
Day 2
Seattle
Explore Seattle with a local step-on guide. Visit the renowned Chihuly Garden and Glass. (B)
Day 3
Lake Quinault
Cross Puget Sound by ferry to the Olympic Peninsula. Sightseeing in Olympic National Park. Overnight at Lake Quinault Lodge. (B)
Day 4
Astoria
Travel to Astoria and ride the Trolley. Visit the River Maritime Museum. (B)
Day 5
Newport
Enjoy a scenic transfer to Newport. Take a nature cruise and then embark on a historic Newport tour with a local tour guide. (B)
Day 6
Portland
Travel to Portland and experience a panoramic city tour. (B)
Day 7
Portland
Full day excursion to the Columbia River. Experience an extraordinary bike and wine tour with tastings and lunch. (B/T/L)
Day 8
Portland
Travel to Willamette Valley, Oregon’s celebrated wine country, for a visit to two wineries. Enjoy tastings and a lunch. (B/T/L)
Day 9
Transfer to the airport for your return to Toronto or Winnipeg. (B)