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Imagine a two-week breath of fresh air and you've pretty well summed up this 15-day tour of some of the greatest American national parks there are. With big city fun in buzzing Seattle and funky Portland, unique and quirky small towns like Wallace and Jackson, and all the stunning western grandeur your eyes can soak in, this trip has it all. Combining hiking in parks big and small, sipping craft brews, savouring artisanal donuts, dipping your toes in the Pacific Ocean, and relaxing in cowboy bars, this whirlwind trip is the answer for anyone looking for a true adventure away from home.
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Day 1Arrival dayArrivalThere's a lot to see and do in Seattle, and we recommend spending extra time here if you'd like to explore the city.
There's a lot to see and do in Seattle, and we recommend spending extra time here if you'd like to explore the city.
Day 2Drive to nearby Mt Rainier National Park
Drive to nearby Mt Rainier National Park. Explore the park on one of the many hiking trails, including the Skyline, Nisqually Vista, or Bench/Snow Lake Trail.
Day 3Continue east through the state of Washington
Continue east through the state of Washington. Check out scenic Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, en route to the quirky, small town of Wallace.
Day 4Enjoy the drive into Montana
Enjoy the drive into Montana, and head to Glacier National Park for the first night of camping in Big Sky Country.
Day 5Explore Glacier NP with its many glaciersWith over 20 glaciers and 200 lakes and streams, Glacier National Park is a must see. Choose from 730 miles of hiking trails to really enjoy this majestic park.
With over 20 glaciers and 200 lakes and streams, Glacier National Park is a must see. Choose from 730 miles of hiking trails to really enjoy this majestic park.
Day 6Drive south to the university town of BozemanYellowstone
YellowstoneDrive south to the university town of Bozeman, Montana. Enjoy a hotel night before carrying on to Yellowstone.
Day 7Spend the day driving through the northern section…Yellowstone
YellowstoneSpend the day driving through the northern section of Yellowstone National Park. The ride can be slow-going due to all the stopping for bears, elk and bison that may cozy up to the road. Soak in the scenery before camping just outside the park.
Day 8Continue exploring more sections of the park
Continue exploring more sections of the park, home to the most wild animals in the US. Check out waterfalls, take short hikes and lay eyes on Old Faithful.
Day 9Spend the morning driving through Yellowstone and Grand…Cross the Continental Divide, and enjoy the view of more than 12 peaks that make up this beautiful drive. Stop at Grand Teton National Park and take in the tranquil surroundings. In the late afternoon, reach Jackson and marvel at the town square’s elk antler arches. In the evening, enjoy a night out with a true wild western atmosphere at the One Million Dollar Bar.
YellowstoneCross the Continental Divide, and enjoy the view of more than 12 peaks that make up this beautiful drive. Stop at Grand Teton National Park and take in the tranquil surroundings. In the late afternoon, reach Jackson and marvel at the town square’s elk antler arches. In the evening, enjoy a night out with a true wild western atmosphere at the One Million Dollar Bar.
Day 10Start heading west to Boise
Start heading west to Boise, Idaho, stopping at Craters of the Moon National Monument en route.
Day 11Continue on to Bend
Continue on to Bend, Oregon, consistently voted one of the best places to live in the US. Arrive in time to explore a bit of the town.
Day 12Leave early to spend a few hours…
Leave early to spend a few hours at gorgeous Crater Lake National Park. Enjoy a short hike in the area before continuing on to the university town of Eugene.
Day 13Enjoy an included excursion to a nearby coastal…
Enjoy an included excursion to a nearby coastal town to relax on the beach or try a sand boarding excursion. Feel free to opt out and spend the day exploring more of Eugene.
Day 14Drive the final stretch north to the city…Portland
PortlandDrive the final stretch north to the city of Portland. One of the most popular cities to visit north of California on the West Coast, Portland is artsy, funky and full of great eating and drinking options. Spend the afternoon getting to know this charming city.
Day 15Departure dayDepartureWith so much to see and do here, opt to extend your stay and see more.
With so much to see and do here, opt to extend your stay and see more.
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