Cascades, Coasts & Crater Lake

DAY 1: WELCOME TO WASHINGTON!

Arrive in Seattle to begin your Pacific Northwest loop. Head south to Puget Sound’s Inlet bayfront and enjoy a fresh coastal meal at the historic Olympia Oyster Company. Discover the elite craftsmanship of a bygone era with a guided tour of the Northwest Carriage Museum. Unpack for the night and perhaps stroll to the beach to gaze up at the stars. D

DAY 2: ASTORIA OREGON, HAYSTACK ROCK

Discover a colorful morning stop at the kaleidoscopic World Kite Museum and see WWII Military Operational Kites before crossing the Columbia River on the spectacular Astoria-Megler Bridge into Oregon. Follow the Oregon coastline south to Cannon Beach for oceanfront group dining at Wayfarer Restaurant in full view of the acclaimed Haystack Rock. Take some free time to dip your toes in the Pacific Ocean and stroll the beach before traveling to the cliffside, idyllic Hallmark Resort for a 2-night stay in premium, unobstructed ocean-view rooms. B, L

DAY 3: NEWPORT, PRIVATE CAPTAIN’S CRUISE

Board a private Marine Discovery cruise to watch for whales, seals, and coastal lighthouses. Learn about crabbing and even hold a live crab before exploring Newport’s historic bayfront with lunch on your own. Visit Yaquina Head Lighthouse and stroll the paved cliffside trails before a refined coastal dinner. B, D

DAY 4: HECETA HEAD LIGHTHOUSE, DUNE BUGGY RIDE

Follow the coastal cliffs to iconic Heceta Head Lighthouse, then continue to Florence for a comfortable giant dune buggy ride across the towering sand hills. Enjoy a private lunch in Reedsport before traveling inland for a tasting at a renowned Umpqua Valley winery. Overnight in Roseburg. B, L

DAY 5: TRANQUIL CRATER LAKE, BEND, OR

Travel the Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway to Crater Lake National Park, home to the deepest lake in the United States. Take a narrated trolley tour around the rim, enjoy free time at the historic lodge or nearby trails, then continue to Bend for dinner and a two-night stay. Be sure to look up at Bend’s brilliant night sky! B, D

DAY 6: HIGH DESERT, EVENING CANOE FLOAT

Explore Central Oregon’s volcanic landscape at Lava Lands National Volcanic Monument, then enjoy lunch and shopping in Bend’s Old Mill District. Discover regional wildlife and culture at the High Desert Museum before a light dinner and naturalist-guided canoe float on the Cascade Lakes, complete with views of Mount Bachelor and starry skies. B, D

DAY 7: COLUMBIA RIVER TRIBAL TRADITIONS, MULTNOMAH FALLS

Visit the Museum at Warm Springs to explore its Indigenous artifact galleries, followed by a private Salmon King Fisheries cultural presentation and traditional salmon tasting. Travel past Mount Hood into the Columbia River Gorge, where you’ll visit Multnomah Falls and enjoy dinner inside the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge. B, D

DAY 8: THE COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE, PORTLAND SPIRIT CRUISE

Begin at Peninsula Park Rose Garden, known for its colorful blooms and French-inspired sunken design. Cruise Portland’s waterfront aboard the elegant Portland Spirit while enjoying a plated lunch and live commentary. End the day with free time for tax-free shopping and a treat from Portland favorite Salt & Straw. B, L

DAY 9: RETURN HOME

Return home looking back on an incredible journey from the rugged Pacific Coast to the volcanic majesty of the Cascades. B

ACCOMMODATIONS
Night 1: Best Western, Long Beach, WA
Nights 2-3: Hallmark Resort, Newport, OR
Night 4: Hampton Inn, Roseburg, OR
Nights 5-6: Element by Marriott, Bend, OR
Nights 7-8: Hyatt Place Portland Airport, OR

Departure Cities:

• St. Louis
• Kansas City
• Springfield, MO

Depart: August 13, 2027
Return: August 21, 2027

Price per person:

• DB $3,999
• TP/QD $3,599
• SG $5,199

Price per person includes roundtrip airfare from STL, MCI, SGF. Please call for other gateway cities.

Mobility Note
Guests should be comfortable boarding sightseeing boats, a dune buggy, trolley and canoe, as well as walking through museums, lighthouse areas, and outdoor attractions. Coastal stops may include paved cliffside paths, sand, gravel, uneven ground and inclines. The evening Cascade Lakes canoe experience also requires guests to get in and out of a canoe and remain seated on the water for an extended period.

Average Temps
Oregon Coast: Daytime 62–68°F; Overnight 50–55°F
Roseburg and Bend: Daytime 78–88°F; Overnight 45–55°F
Crater Lake: Daytime around 65–70°F; Overnight 35–45°F

Crater Lake’s rim sits above 7,000 feet, so it can feel considerably cooler than the coast or lower-elevation cities even in August.

Elevation
Newport: Near sea level
Bend: Approximately 3,600 feet
Crater Lake Rim: Approximately 7,000–8,000 feet

The change in elevation contributes to major temperature differences throughout the tour.

Packing Tips
Pack comfortable walking shoes, removable layers, a rain jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses and a refillable water bottle. A wind-resistant outer layer is especially useful for the Marine Discovery cruise, coastal sightseeing and evening canoe float. Bring a warmer jacket for Crater Lake and nighttime activities around Bend.

Hotel Note
The Hallmark Resort Newport is directly oceanfront, and every room offers a view of the Pacific. Guests have two nights here, making the hotel itself part of the coastal experience rather than simply a place to sleep. The beach is just steps away, providing an easy opportunity to enjoy the shoreline during free time.

The Best Western Long Beach Inn is located in downtown Long Beach and only about a two-minute walk from the Pacific shoreline, making an evening beach stroll especially convenient on the first night.

Element Bend offers an indoor pool and hot tub and is convenient to both downtown Bend and the Old Mill District. The hotel also provides complimentary bicycles, giving guests another way to explore the area if free time allows.

Notes on Highlights
The central Oregon coast is a particularly productive area for whale watching from summer through mid-November. A resident population of gray whales often remains along the coast to feed rather than continuing the full migration, although wildlife sightings are always unpredictable.

Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and was formed when Mount Mazama collapsed after a massive volcanic eruption approximately 7,700 years ago. With no rivers flowing into or out of the lake, its water comes almost entirely from rain and snow, contributing to its extraordinary clarity and intense blue color.

The Oregon Dunes are among the largest expanses of temperate coastal sand dunes in the world. Traveling them by giant dune buggy allows guests to reach rolling dune landscapes that would be difficult to experience on foot.

The Warm Springs visit gives the tour an important cultural dimension. Rather than only seeing Pacific Northwest scenery, guests learn directly about the traditions and contemporary life of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs through museum exhibits, a private cultural presentation and traditional salmon tasting.

The Columbia River Gorge concentrates an extraordinary number of waterfalls into a relatively small area because streams flowing from the Cascades plunge over layers of ancient volcanic rock toward the Columbia River. Multnomah Falls drops more than 600 feet and is one of Oregon’s most recognizable natural landmarks.

This itinerary has a strong variety of landscapes for a nine-day tour, moving from Pacific beaches and sea cliffs to sand dunes, wine country, a volcanic caldera, high-desert lakes, Cascade peaks, and the Columbia River Gorge.

Other General Information
Tour Communications: You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:

• Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
• Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
• Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.

Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.

Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:

• A professional Sunrise Tour Director
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Local step-on guides, including gratuities
• International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
• Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
• Admission to activities and events as indicated
• Airfare from designated airports
• Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
• Luggage handling at hotels when available

Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.

Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.

Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.

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Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.

Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

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