Day 1
Vancouver - Seattle - Leavenworth - Spokane (389 miles)
In the morning, we will depart from Vancouver, driving south into the United States on our way to Seattle, enjoying the scenic pacific Northwest views along the way. We'll arrival at Leavenworth at noon, enjoy the lunch and have a brife visiting. In the afternoon, we will arrive in Spokane, where we will spend the night.
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Leavenworth, WA
This small town in central Washington is a popular ski destination. The town center is designed after a Bavarian village. It hosts an annual Oktoberfest celebration.
Standard Hotel: Red Lion River Inn or similar
Day 2
Spokane - Lake Coeur d'Alene - Missoula - Livingston (195 miles)
Today, we will drive to Lake Coeur d'Alene passing by Missoula. Once arrival, taking a relaxing walk on the world's longest floating boardwalk. In the evening, we will arrive in Livingston, where we will spend the night.
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Coeur d'Alene, ID
This resort city in Idaho has become a popular tourist destination because of several excellent ski spots nearby. It sits on the shores of a lake of the same name, giving the it the nickname "Lake City."
Lake Coeur d'Alene
This natural lake in Idaho is a popular resort spot, offering breathtaking scenery among one of the Northwest's hidden gems. At the northern tip of the lake is a town of the same name.
Standard Hotel: Pioneer Lodge or similar
Day 3
Yellowstone National Park
Today, we will a full day in Yellowstone National Park,. We can try to spot bears, bald eagles and many other animals during the day. We will visit places like Old Faithful, the Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, Fountain Paint Pot, Artist Point, the Norris Geyser Basin, the Upper Falls and more endless natural wonders. We will spend the night in West Yellowstone.
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Yellowstone, WY
The largest, oldest, and most famous national park displays a fascinating scenery of hot springs, geysers, canyons & waterfalls, and nature everywhere you look!
Old Faithful Geyser
Old Faithful is a cone geyser in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. It is one of the park's most well-known natural features, and is famous for its predictability. It generally erupts every 91 minutes.
Grand Prismatic Hot Spring
The third largest hot spring in the world, the Grand Prismatic Hot Spring gets its color from bacteria around its rim that feed off of the mineral-rich water. In the summer months, the hot spring is a vivid red-orange shade.
Fountain Paint Pot
Fountain Paint Pot, heated by the region's underground hot springs, F.P.P is half hot spring, half mud basin. The spring releases natural shades of red and yellow because of the oxidation of iron in the soil.
Artist Point
Named after the famous sketches of the waterfalls by Thomas Moran (but not actually the location where the sketched were done) this beautiful location showcases one of the most famous views in Yellowstone National Park.
Norris Geyser Basin
Yellowstone National Park is full of areas like this - geyser basins - large, open areas where geothermic pressure from below the ground's surface force up various geysers and springs. The Norris Basin is one of the more accessible.
Upper Yellowstone Falls
Located a quarter-mile upstream of the larger Lower Falls, the Upper Yellowstone River Falls plunge 109 feet down an eroded lava cliff into the basin below. The area below the falls has been subject to heavier erosion than above.
Fishing Bridge
Located near the mouth of the Yellowstone River, the Fishing Bridge is a great location to spot the native Cutthroat trout. There is an RV park of the same name nearby.
Standard Hotel: White Buffalo Hotel or similar
Day 4
Yellowstone National Park - Grand Teton National Park - Jackson Hole - Butte (322 miles)
Today, we will continue to explore the beauty of Yellowstone. After that, we will drive along the Snake River to Grand Teton National Park. Later, we will stop in Jackson Hole, a famous cowboy town, where we will take a Scenic Chairlift Ride. We will later spend the night in Butte.
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Yellowstone, WY
The largest, oldest, and most famous national park displays a fascinating scenery of hot springs, geysers, canyons & waterfalls, and nature everywhere you look!
West Thumb Geyser Basin
The West Thumb Geyser Basin is the largest geyser basin at Yellowstone Lake, and an impressive area of geothermal activity that contains hot springs, mud pots, and geysers-- some of which are even in the lake itself.
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Grand Teton National Park, WY
Grand Teton National Park is is located in the Rocky Mountains, Northwest Wyoming. Grand Teton National Park is noted for its stunning mountain vistas, its shimmering alpine lakes and its abundant wildlife.
Not available until May 12. Visit additional Yellowstone attractions instead.
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Jackson Hole, WY
Famous frontier town, located at the crossing of Grand Teton and Rocky Mountains, it became a heaven for outdoors sports enthusiast. The widely praised Elk Antler Arches Park, with its four arches made with thousands of elk antlers is a must see.
Scenic Chairlift Ride
The scenic chairlift is a leisurely ride that brings you up 1,571 feet to the summit of Snow King Mountain for the best views of the Tetons, the Elk Refuge, and the town of Jackson.
Standard Hotel: Quality Inn Butte or similar
Day 5
Butte - Missoula - Ellensburg (128 miles)
Today we'll visit the Lincoln's Silver Dollar Inn. In the evening, we will arrive in Ellensburg, where we will spend the night.
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Missoula, MT
Located along the Clark Fork River, Missoula is a vibrant city and considered the cultural center of Montana. Situated at the convergence of five mountain ranges, Missoula is a naturally beautiful locale and home to vmany festivals that celebrate books, music, art, film, and more.
Lincoln's Silver Dollar Inn
This inn and bar located in the Lolo State National Forest off of Interstate 90 contains the largest collection of silver dollar coins. Visitors can get their names inscribed on a piece of silver!
Standard Hotel: Red Lion Hotel Ellensburg or similar
Day 6
Ellensburg - Seattle - Vancouver (142 miles)
Today, we will tour the city of Seattle, where we will visit the Pike Place Market, home to the world's first Starbucks Coffee Shop. Our next stop will be the Space Needle, the iconic symbol of the city. Then, we will enjoy a shopping tour. After that, we'll back to Vancouver.
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Seattle, WA
This city in the top-left corner of the United States is a major seaport as well as a cultural center. Whether you want to enjoy the scenery, grab some great coffee, or learn history, Seattle has something to offer.
Space Needle
(Passing By)
This icon of the American Northwest has adorned everything for movie screens to postage stamps. Built in 1961 for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle features outdoor elevators and a rotating restaurant at its top.
Admission (Optional): Adult $22; Child (5-12 yrs) $14|Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 9:00am - 10:00pm, SEASONAL TIME APPLY.
Pike Place Market
One of the oldest farmers' markets in the United States, the Pike Place Market first opened in 1909-- more than 100 years ago. The still-thriving market overlooking Elliot Bay sees more than 10 million visitors every year.
Seattle Premium Outlets
110 stores are located here including Adidas, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, BCBG Max Azria, Burberry, Calvin Klein, DKNY, Guess, Lacoste, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and so on. Stop at Tulalip Resort Casino, where you can gamble and enjoy the great entrainment programs & foods.
Standard Hotel: Accent Inn or equivalent
Day 7
Seattle - Vancouver (142 miles)
Today, we will tour the city of Seattle, where we will visit the Pike Place Market, home to the world's first Starbucks Coffee Shop. Our next stop will be the Space Needle, the iconic symbol of the city. Then, we will visit the campus of the University of Washington before heading to Vancouver for the evening.
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Seattle, WA
This city in the top-left corner of the United States is a major seaport as well as a cultural center. Whether you want to enjoy the scenery, grab some great coffee, or learn history, Seattle has something to offer.
Space Needle
This icon of the American Northwest has adorned everything for movie screens to postage stamps. Built in 1961 for the 1962 World's Fair, the Space Needle features outdoor elevators and a rotating restaurant at its top.
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 9:00am - 10:00pm, SEASONAL TIME APPLY.
Pike Place Market
One of the oldest farmers' markets in the United States, the Pike Place Market first opened in 1909-- more than 100 years ago. The still-thriving market overlooking Elliot Bay sees more than 10 million visitors every year.
University of Washington
Founded in 1861, UW is one of the oldest universities on the West Coast. It has three campuses, with its main location in Seattle. It serves a student body of over 45,000.