Northwest Twilight Overview

A Northwest smörgåsbord of off-beat and awe inspiring destinations that takes in parts of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Hike in the primaeval forests surrounding Mount Rainier, a massive volcano which dominates the horizon. Check out Hood River City, a wind surfing mecca, before a road trip east to the remote Wallowas Mountains and on into the wilds of northern Idaho! Discover North Cascades National Park, a mostly roadless wilderness populated by glaciers and mountain goats, perfect for experiencing solitude and nature. Finally, explore the Olympic Peninsula’s lush temperate rainforests dripping moss, every shade of green. This is Twilight Country! Visit the small towns of Forks and La Push, where Stephanie Meyer’s novels are set, before our return to Seattle.

Summer 2013:  13 days / 14 nights

Arrive in the Northwest’s biggest city.

Mount Rainier National Park. Pass through primaeval forests along the way to Mount Rainier, a massive dormant volcano and top nature destination, for hiking and sightseeing.

Winding forest roads lead down to Hood River on the Columbia River Gorge. Consistently windy, this is one of the premier windsurfing spots in North America.

Visit historic Pendleton, home of the famous Pendleton Woollen Mills in eastern Oregon, en route to the Wallowa Mountains. A full day to hike one of the longer trails here in some of the nicest alpine scenery east of the Cascades. Mountain goats and wolves call these mountains home.

An awesome scenic drive into rugged northern Idaho, with breathtaking views of Hell’s Canyon National Recreation Area and small mountain towns. Enjoy the lively little city of Coeur d’Alene on Saturday night.

Encounter one of America’s least visited and most remote national parks: North Cascades National Park, much of it roadless wilderness. The only grizzly bears in the state of Washington live here. Two full days exploring some of North Cascades’ hidden delights. Chill out near Ross Lake and hire a boat (optional).

Cross the Puget Sound to the Olympic Peninsula and Olympic National Park, a temperate rainforest dripping with moss and the rainiest spot in the United States. Visit Forks, Washington and La Push on the Pacific Coast, famous for their association with the Twilight series.

A ferry followed by a short drive returns us to Seattle where the tour concludes. Visit Pike’s Fish Market and see the sights!

What do I get for my money?

• Included activities (see sidebar at right).
• All ground transportation by climate-controlled van (maximum 13 persons).
• Shared hotel accommodation (2+ stars) or cabins on all 14 nights.
• Admission to all included national parks and recreation areas.
• Services of an experienced tour leader.
• Sandwich lunches on most days (excluding free days)

$2,500 USD   per person