2023013 Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks

Explore the Pacific Northwest from Seattle’s vibrant waterfront to the English charm of British Columbia’s capital, Victoria. Along the way, see the deep, dark waters of Puget Sound, the majesty of Mount Rainier and the native culture at Tillicum Village.

09/14/2023-09/22/2023 Thur-Fri Trip#2023013

Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks featuring Seattle, Tacoma, and Victoria

Highlights

13 Meals: 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
Round trip airport transfers
Spend five nights in Tacoma, Washington
Tour the Museum of Glass featuring a “hands on” session and the impressive Chihuly Bridge of Glass
Visit LeMay-America’s Car Museum
Cruise to Blake Island and experience at Tillicum Village
Open-air tram in Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
Sightseeing in Mount Rainier National Park with its Douglas firs and icy glaciers
Narrated city tour of Seattle including Pioneer Square Historic Park and free time for lunch in Pike Place Market
Visit the Museum of Flight including Boeing’s original Red Barn factory
Ferry to Victoria, known for its English flavor
Discover world-famous Butchart Gardens with its ornate landscaping
Tour Olympic National Park featuring Lake Crescent and the beautiful Olympic Mountains
$45 in Mayflower Money

Tour Activity Level-3

Includes Roundtrip air from Philadelphia International Airport

Passports and Visas: Each U.S. citizen must have a valid passport.

***Pricing & Itinerary subject to change as are entrance requirements due to the changing circumstances***

Day 1

Travel to Washington: Arrive at Seattle and transfer to your hotel in Tacoma. Tonight, your Tour Manager hosts a welcome dinner.

Day 2

Museum of Glass and LeMay-America’s Car Museum: Today starts with a unique “hands on” session in a Tacoma “glass hot shop,” where you’ll design and make your own art glass pieces. Then, visit the renowned Museum of Glass and cross the Chihuly Bridge of Glass filled with the artist’s glass works. See the collection of classic vehicles at the LeMay-America’s Car Museum.

Day 3

Blake Island Cruise and Tillicum Village: Enjoy free time this morning before setting sail for Blake Island and the ultimate Northwest Native American experience. At Tillicum Village immerse yourself in the culture, history and traditions of Northwest Native American tribes with a fire-roasted meal, native storytelling show and traditional longhouse with Coast Salish totems.

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Day 4

Northwest Trek Wildlife Park and Mount Rainier National Park: At the Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, take an open-air tram tour to view American bison, Roosevelt elk, caribou and moose. Mount Rainier stands at 14,410 feet and is the focal point of the park. Fields of brilliant wildflowers, forests of giant Douglas fir, icy glaciers and peaceful valleys teeming with wildlife are found here.

Day 5

Seattle City Tour and Museum of Flight: A guided tour of Seattle includes Pioneer Square Historic District, Waterfront Park and the Lake Washington Ship Canal and Locks. Following free time at Pike Place Market, you’ll visit the numerous displays and historic aircraft, Space Gallery and Boeing’s original Red Barn factory at Seattle’s outstanding Museum of Flight.

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Day 6

Olympic’s Port Cities and Sequim Lavender Farm: Cross the Tacoma Narrow Bridge to the Olympic Peninsula and visit the charming village of Port Gamble before coming to Port Townsend for a guided tour, with its handsome Victorian-era homes. This afternoon, tour the colorful lavender farm in the Sequim area before coming to your waterfront hotel.

Day 7

Ferry to Victoria, BC and Butchart Gardens: Have your passports handy as you ferry across the Strait of Juan de Fuca to Vancouver Island. Here, Victoria maintains a delightful English flavor, spiced with red double-decker buses, Tudor-style buildings and immaculate gardens. See the Parliament buildings and the impressive Empress Hotel. Discover why Butchart Gardens are world-famous for ornate landscaping and superb Italian, Japanese and rose gardens. Dinner tonight is included at the Victoria Harbour House Restaurant.

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Day 8

Olympic National Park: Today, embark on a scenic drive through extraordinary Olympic National Park. See the beautiful Lake Crescent, panoramic vistas of the towering Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca from the mile-high Hurricane Ridge Visitor Center.

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Day 9

Return Home from Seattle: Crossing Puget Sound via the Washington State Ferry from Bainbridge Island, arrive at Seattle’s Sea-Tac Airport for flights out after 1:00 p.m.

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.