A Taste of the Pacific Northwest

An 8-Day Tauck Tours tour starting from $2,990

Thanks for voting !  (Not Yet Rated)   |   Write a review
Starting Price: $2,990 Printer Friendly Page
Tour Length: 8 Days
Countries Visited: Canada, United States
Get A Quote     Chat with a travel agent
 
  • Special Savings for Single Travelers
  • Seasonal Price Savings for specific dates
  • Special Savings for Groups of 8, 10++
 
More Information About This Tour:
Tour Type:
 Escorted Tour
Tour Category: NULL
Tour Operator: Tauck Tours
Tour Code: Tauck-NW2012
Printer Friendly Page

Cities Visited:
See Description

New for 2011! A celebration of the good life... that's what living in the Pacific Northwest is all about. Tauck's eight day immersion in the art of living well includes: Pike Place Public Market A vast cornucopia of culinary delights in the heart of downtown Seattle! Take a walking tour through a nine-acre indoor farmers market where you’ll meet the farmers, fishmongers, cheesemakers, and food artisans who sustain the Northwest’s burgeoning food culture. Food tastings with interpretations – an epicurean’s dream! Granville Island Culinary Walk A chef-guided walking tour takes you through a gourmand’s heaven of gastronomic delights at the Granville Island Public Market... rich aromas permeate the air – warm baked goods, fragrant spices, fresh flowers... all culminating in an exclusive farewell reception and dinner featuring cooking demonstrations and Pacific Northwest taste sensations. Hood River Vineyards You don’t have to be a connoisseur to appreciate the full-bodied organic wines at this family-owned and operated vineyard in Oregon wine country. Learn the fine art of wine tasting and how the winery integrates locally grown fruit into specialty wines. Afternoon Tea at The Butchart Gardens Enjoy afternoon tea at the famous gardens, served in the elegant family residence in a traditional style that typically features seasonal fresh fruit, tea sandwiches, homemade sweets, berry jam and Devonshire cream, all locally produced.

 
•   Behind-the-scenes tour of Seattle’s Pike Place Market with an interpretive guide, featuring food tastings
 
Day 1: Arrive Portland
A transfer is included from Portland International Airport to The Westin Portland, a boutique hotel in the vibrant center of downtown. You’ve come to the right place to begin a unique culinary travel adventure! The Pacific Northwest is fast becoming a top destination for food lovers and world-class chefs for its emphasis on fresh, locally produced ingredients, and its abundance of seafood, vineyards, and organic farms. Join us for dinner at the Davis Street Tavern, where the menu showcases Northwest cuisine and wines.
Overnight: The Westin Portland
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Epicurean Portland and a Winery Visit
Get a taste of Portland this morning before driving to Mount Hood and the Timberline Lodge, a classic ski resort with breathtaking views. Wind through Oregon’s famed wine country, with a stop at Mount Hood Winery. The drive back to Portland features landscapes of awesome beauty, including magnificent Multnomah Falls. Return to your hotel, where the evening is free.
Overnight: The Westin Portland
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch

Day 3: A Different Take on Seattle
Your epicurean odyssey takes you to Seattle and a burgeoning food culture that rivals anyplace in America. Lunch at Salty’s at Alki Beach, a landmark seafood restaurant. Our excursions take you on a drive through the Scandinavian district of Ballard, and to Capitol Hill, with its impressive historic houses.
Overnight: The Westin Seattle
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch

Day 4: Pike Place Market and a restaurant to remember
Immerse yourself in the aromas, tastes and colors of Pike Place Market, during walking tours tempting with food tastings and interpretations. After a free afternoon, join us for a special dinner at Sky City Restaurant amidst spectacular views.
Overnight: The Westin Seattle
Meals Included: Breakfast, dinner

Day 5: Olympic Peninsula / Victoria
Travel by ferry to Port Angeles and continue on to picturesque Victoria, British Columbia, aboard another ferry. Discover the sensory pleasures of this charming city as you wish.
Overnight: Hotel Grand Pacific
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 6: The Butchart Gardens / Vancouver
Tour Sea Cider Farm and Ciderhouse in Oak Bay, sampling ciders and food pairings along the way. Drive to The Butchart Gardens to view its floral landscapes and have Afternoon Tea at the family residence. A scenic floatplane will fly you to Coal Harbor, Vancouver, this afternoon; your hotel is ideally set right on the city’s waterfront.
Overnight: The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 7: Treetop Adventure / Public Market
A breathtaking “treetop adventure” this morning offers you a squirrel’s-eye view of the coastal rainforest. Tour Stanley Park, and explore the Gastown District on your own for lunch. A chef-guided tour of Granville Island Public Market culminates with our farewell dinner of gourmand delights and cooking demonstrations at “Edible at the Market.”
Overnight: The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver
Meals Included: Breakfast, dinner

Day 8: Journey Home
Tour ends: Vancouver, BC. Fly home anytime. Transfers from The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver are included to Vancouver International Airport, or the train station. Allow three hours for flight check-in.
Overnight:
Meals Included: Breakfast

 
         
Touring Date
Land Only
Land + Air
Single
(Land Only)
Single
(Land + Air)
5/26/2012 - 6/3/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
6/2/2012 - 6/10/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
6/23/2012 - 7/1/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
6/30/2012 - 7/8/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
7/14/2012 - 7/22/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
7/21/2012 - 7/29/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
8/4/2012 - 8/12/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
8/18/2012 - 8/26/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
9/1/2012 - 9/9/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
9/15/2012 - 9/23/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
9/22/2012 - 9/30/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
10/6/2012 - 10/14/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
10/13/2012 - 10/21/2012
$2,990
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Get A Quote
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
         

Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

 

 

Ratings & Reviews:

This tour has no reviews yet. Have you experienced this tour? Write a review.

Related Travel Articles

 

Recent Related Posts from our Travel Forum:

Re: Family Italy Tour

By: AtlasTravelGuy on 9/10/2009 4:53:40 PM

Thanks for your post. Adventures by Disney released their prices last week, however the earliest the.. (read entire post)

Visitors who viewed this tour also viewed:

Yosemite and Sequoia: John Muirs California

8 Days starting from $4,290

INTRO COPY HERE..... (click for more)

Majestic California: The Pacific, Redwoods and Yosemite

8 Days starting from $2,633

California, here we come! Our California travel family adventure takes you .. (click for more)

New York: Family Fun in the Big Apple

6 Days starting from $2,765

INTRO COPY HERE..... (click for more)

San Francisco, Sonoma and Napa Valleys

7 Days starting from $2,395

The charms of the City by the Bay and the delights of California's win.. (click for more)

All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.