October 11-18, 2026
8 Days | 12 Meals

Overview

Day-by-day Itinerary

Day 1: October 11, 2026 – Seattle, Washington
Warwick Hotel – Dinner: Your tour opens with an overnight stay in Seattle, dubbed the “Emerald City” for its lush green surroundings. As travelers’ arrival times vary greatly, we have no group activities planned during the day. Get to know your fellow travelers at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Day 2: October 12, 2026 – Seattle – Mt. St. Helen’s – Portland, Oregon
Portland Marriott downtown Waterfront – Breakfast
Today, venture to Lexington and Concord. Begin at Lexington Battle Green, where the first shots of the Revolutionary War were fired on April 19, 1775. With your local guide, continue to Concord on a drive along the same path British troops marched that day. Along the road, learn more about Concord’s historical significance, a town home to literary figures like Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry David Thoreau, and Louisa May Alcott. Step inside Wright Tavern in the center of Concord, where the minutemen and militia gathered before battle, and see the Old Hill Burying Ground. Head to the exact spot where the “shot heard ’round the world” was fired – the Old North Bridge. And at Robbins House, explore stories of the home’s former inhabitants with notable ties to African American history. This evening, celebrate the start of your journey with a welcome dinner in Boston’s famed North End.

Day 3: October 13, 2026 – Portland – Columbia River Gorge – Portland
Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront
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 of the magnificent Columbia River and Multnomah Falls, a 611-foot-tall roaring cascade. Later, learn about the lavender growing process during a walking tour of the farm where this beneficial perennial herb is grown. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 4: October 14, 2026 – Portland – willamette Valley – Newport – North bend (Oregon Coast)
Ko-Kwel Casino Resort – Breakfast & Dinner
Start your morning like a New Yorker with breakfast at a local diner. Then, delve into historic New York on a blended panoramic and walking tour. Glimpse into Central Park, pause beside the poignant 9/11 Memorial, see St. Paul’s Chapel, where George Washington prayed following his inauguration, and view Trinity Church, where Alexander Hamilton was laid to rest. Convene for lunch at New York’s most historic tavern – a favorite watering hole among several Founding Fathers, where George Washington famously gathered with a group of officers to celebrate after the last British troops left American soil. The rest of the day is yours to spend as you wish. This evening, if you choose to join an optional dinner and show, take a seat at one of Broadway’s biggest hits: Hamilton !** Experience the revolutionary musical that shines a spotlight on Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton.

Day 5: October 15, 2026 –  North Bend – Bandon Natural Area – Redwood National Park – Eureka, CA
Best Western Plus Bayshore Inn – Breakfast & Lunch
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 herons. 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.

Day 6: October 16, 2026 – Eureka – San Francisco
Westin St. Francis – Breakfast

Day 7: October 17, 2026 – San Francisco
Westin St. Francis – Breakfast & Lunch

Day 8: October 18, 2026 – San Francisco – Tour Ends
Breakfast