8 Days Seattle, Portland, San Francisco
Tour Code: 17APSF8
Trip Duration: 8 Days
Departure Date: WED
Itinerary
Day 1: Airport pick-up (optional night tour)
We will offer free airport pick-up service during 9: 00AM-10: 00PM. Please wait for our tour guide at Number 1 Baggage Claim area, and then guests will be taken to the hotel to catch a rest. Guests are able to arrange the rest of day by their own, or join our optional Morning Tour or Night Tour. (*To arrange the tour, it requires at least 4 guests enrolled.)
(Morning tour: Flight arrivals before 12: 00PM) Microsoft Corporate Headquarters – University of Washington
Founded in 1975, Microsoft is the worldwide leader in software, services, devices and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential. Guests will have a chance to visit the famous Building 92(Microsoft Corporate Headquarters) to learn Microsoft’s fascinating history and everything about one of the world’s largest and most influential company. (Inside tour; tours are subject to closures for private events). Also, we will go to University of Washington, commonly referred to as UW, a public flagship research university based in Seattle. Founded in 1861, UW is one of the oldest universities on the west coast and features one of the most highly regarded medical schools in the world. A new model for learning, collaborating and problem solving - the Global Innovation Exchange (GIX) has been launched here between two leading research universities, the University of Washington and Tsinghua University, with foundational support from Microsoft. It should also be reminded that the campus is famous for appreciating Cherry blossom.
(Night tour: Flight arrivals before 6: 00PM) Seattle Fisherman Wharf – Kerry Park
We will firstly travel to Seattle Great Wheel, which is a giant Ferris wheel at Pier 57 on Elliott Bay in Seattle, Washington. With an overall height of 175 feet, it was the tallest Ferris wheel on the West Coast of the United States when it opened on June 29, 2012. Next stop is Kerry Park where visitors can have a panoramic city view of the entire Seattle. It is a perfect location for photography and if you see Space Needle with a backdrop of Mount Rainier in any marketing photos of Seattle, this is exactly where to take the pictures. In addition, the park was one of the many stops on the finale episode of the third season of Amazing Race.
To reserve the seats of Morning or/and Night Tour:
1. Guests can pay the Morning or/and Night tour fee in advance, thus we will guarantee and save the seats for the guests.
2. If guest intends to join the tour but is not willing to pre-pay the tour fee, we will arrange the seats according to the availability of the arrival date. First come, first serve.
3. To arrange the Morning Tour or/and Night Tour, it requires at least 4 guests enrolled. If less than 4 passengers on the departure day, we will cancel the tour and issue a full refund to the guest.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Red Lion / Quality Inn / Comfort Inn / Hampton Innor equivalent
Day 2: Seattle – Portland – Roseburg
In the morning, we will go to the city of roses – Portland. As a city which is famous of rose gardening, visiting its rose garden is absolutely essential. First stop is International Rose Test Garden; there are more than 8000 kinds of Roses in this garden. After this, we’ll go to Pioneer Courthouse Square,also known as Portland's living room, is a public space occupying a full 40,000-square-foot city block in the center of downtown Portland. We will also see the Steel Bridge, Hawthorne Bridge. At the end of the day, we’ll go to hotel in Roseburg, Oregon.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Days Inn / Quality Innor equivalent
Day 3: Crater Lake National Park (Substitution: Lake Shasta Caverns) – Sundial Glass Bridge
The first attraction of today will be the Crater Lake National Park. The lake in the park was formed after the collapse of Mount Mazama - an ancient volcano that erupted approximately 7,700 years ago, the length of lake is 6 miles and width is 4 miles with a depth of 1932 feet. (If the Crater Lake National Park closes due to heavy snows, we will visit Lake Shasta Caverns instead.)The Lake Shasta Caverns at the northern tip of California are made entirely of limestone and boast every type of cavern rock formation available, including stalactites, stalagmites, and soda straws. Guests will have the chance to experience a fantastic and amazing underworld. On the way to the Santa Rosa, we will pass by the landmark of North California--Sundial Glass Bridge. The deck of bridge is made up of 200 tons of glass and granite and is supported by more than 4,300 feet of cables. Stay overnight north to San Francisco.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Days Inn / Quality Inn or equivalent
Day 4: San Francisco City Tour
Today, we will arrive at San Francisco where is considered as the most popular city in America. Here we will travel around several famous attractions, including:Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street, Palace of Fine Art, San Francisco Bay Cruise, San Francisco City Hall, Union Square… We will head to San Francisco Chinatown in the end of day.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Days Inn / Quality Innor equivalent
Day 5: Harvest Moon Winery –Sequoia National Park
In the morning, we will go to Harvest Moon Winery, to see the process of making wine. We can also taste some wine. We will then visit Humboldt Redwood State Park. California Redwood, also known as coast redwood is the only type of redwood that grows in the United States. Coast redwood is endemic to the coastal area of northern California, and it can grow up to 112 meter height. We will venture into the park, and visit some of the oldest redwood existed. We will then drive through Ave of the Giants, a well-known scenic highway in Northern California. By the evening, we will reach to Eureka and stay one night.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Days Inn / Quality Innor equivalent
Day 6: US Route 101 – Eugene
After the breakfast, we will start our day on speeding along the U.S. Highway 101. It is a north–south U.S. highway that runs through the states of California, Oregon, and Washington, on the West Coast of the United States. It is also known as El Camino Real (The Royal Road) where its route along the southern and central California coast approximates the old trail which linked the Spanish missions, pueblos, and presidios. US Route 101 has become internationally renowned over the years in film, popular culture, and song. It is often quoted alongside other legendary road trip routes, such as Route 66, as a recognized symbol of American culture and lifestyle. The first destination will be Oregon Dunes in Florence. It’s a desert that visitors can enjoy the Giant dune buggy. (*The Giant dune buggy may close in the winter due to weather condition). Then we’ll go to Sea Lion Caves, where we will have the chance to know the habit of natural sea lions. Next, we will head to the place “community to the other world” -- Thor's well. Sitting on the edge of the Oregon coast is what appears to be a gaping sinkhole that never seems to fill despite the unbroken stream of sea water that drains into it, but Thor's Well as the natural wonder is known, is not bottomless, simply very dangerous. Today we will live in Eugene, Oregon.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Days Inn / Quality Innor equivalent
Day 7: Eugene –Columbia River Gorge– Olympia– Seattle
In the Morning, we will visit The Grotto. With 62-acre green space of fir trees, colorful rhododendrons and other native plants, The Grotto is an inviting destination for all as an internationally-renowned Catholic shrine and botanical garden. A circular path which is called Stations of the Cross near the parking area leads visitors to the 14 bronze bas-relief sculptures. The heart of the shrine is Our Lady’s Grotto, a rock cave carved into the base of a 110-foot cliff. Then we willvisit the Columbia River which is located on the east of Portland. Columbia River Gorge is formed from the Columbia River which is the 4th largest river by volume in the nation. It covers and runs more than 1000 miles along the border of 2 states, Oregon and Washington. The magnificent view of the river valley scenic area includes Multnomah, a famous 620 feet falls.Our next stop is to see salmon fish migration. Ballard locks fish ladder (21 steps) is the biggest fish ladder among Northwestern America. Visitors will see the amazing moment of life. At the end of the day, we’ll visit Olympia, the capital city of the State of Washington, to see the state house. Stay at Seattle for the night.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
Hotel: Red Lion / Quality Inn / Comfort Inn / Hampton Innor equivalent
Day 8: Seattle City Tour
Seattle is the largest city in both the State of Washington and Pacific Northwest region of North America and the fastest growing major city in the US. Here, we will bring you to Boeing factory, the largest aircraft manufacture in the world. At its factory you will learn the history of aircraft making and also see one of the only 4 Dream lifters in the world; there will be professional Boeing employee guiding you to see the assembling process of the Boeing 7-series. Boeing can build a miracle in only 3 days, so get prepared to open your eyes, there will be experiences that you never had before. Next, we will go to Pike Place Market, which is built in a hundred years ago. The Pike Place Market was originated by farmers for selling their products, it is now one of the major tour spots in Seattle, holds about 200 commercial events every year, exhibits 190 kinds of handcrafts, includes 120 agriculture venders and plus street performers. Pike Place Market is also where the first Starbucks store was founded. After strolling around the market, we will head to Space Needle. Space Needle is an observation tower in Seattle. It was built in the Seattle Center for the 1962 World's Fair; it drew over 2.3 million visitors, which you should never miss. It is the structure you can see from every single corner of Seattle. On top of the tower you are offered with free telescope to see the amazing view of not only Seattle city but also Puget Sound and Mt. Rainier. You can also surprise yourself by experiencing the most advanced hologram technology at the Space Needle. Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibit in the Seattle Center showcasing the studio glass of Dale Chihuly.The project includes three primary components: the Garden, the Glasshouse, and the Interior Exhibits. All the exhibitions are so fascinating and breathtaking. It is definitely worth to visit. The MoPOPis founded by Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen and designed by Avant grade designer Frank Gehry, located at the foot of the Space Needle. Its colorful appearance is made up by 3000 pieces of metal means to present. In the end, we will visit the Pioneer Square. The Pioneer Square-Skid Road Historic District is listed on the United States' National Register of Historic Places. After finishing the entire itinerary, guests will be taken to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast-N/A, Lunch-N/A, Dinner-N/A
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