[Gold] 7-Day Tour to San Francisco, Redwood National and State Parks, Crater Lake National Park, Mt. Rainier National Park, and Seattle w/ Amtrak Coast Starlight Ride

Depart from San Francisco Bay Area this morning, and head to the most famous wine country – Napa Valley. Enjoy the exclusive wine tasting tour! Arrive at Humboldt Redwoods State Park in the afternoon and sightsee the tallest creature on the planet – Coastal Redwood, large enough for a car to go through the tunnel in its trunk! Finally, we arrive at Founders Grove and get to hike in the magnificent Forest of the Giants! Then, we overnight in Eureka.

Napa Valley

Napa Valley, a renowned wine region in the United States and a renowned California wine region, is renowned for its wine production. Napa Valley boasts captivating sunshine, cool ocean breezes, and high-quality wines, captivating with its captivating aromas. Visit the renowned Sutter Home Winery and sample five of their wines: Reserve White Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio, Zinfandel, Moscato, and Zinfandel Port!

Drive-Thru Tree Park

What California icon is 2,400 years old and has cars driving through it every summer day? If you guessed the Chandelier Drive-Thru Tree in Leggett—an hour’s drive north of Willits and three hours from the San Francisco Bay Area—you know your redwoods. For more than 80 years, road-trippers have been capturing photos of their cars squeezing through the Chandelier Tree’s six-foot-wide and seven-foot-tall tunnel, which was carved into its trunk in 1937.

Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Humboldt Redwoods State Park is the largest of California’s redwood parks straddling the scenic Eel River, it includes the 10,000-acre Rockefeller Forest, where several of the world’s ten tallest trees can be found. Easily accessed on the Avenue of the Giants, the park Visitor Center near Weott includes displays of nature, wildlife, and local history. Humboldt Redwoods offers numerous campsites in various habitats, and many stunning redwood groves and hiking trails. Another don’t-miss attraction is Founders’ Grove, dedicated to the Save-the-Redwoods League.

Founders Grove

Strolling in the forest trail, along the way are redwood trees about a thousand years old. The towering sea redwood forest is full of aura, and you can’t help but look at this magic of creation! We will then hike on the Shenmu Trail to take in a deep breath of nature!

Hotel：Red Lion Hotel Eureka; similar

Drive through Redwood National and State Parks, the undeveloped 37-mile coastline within it is home to surging waves, bizarre rocks, wildlife, and surrounded by Giant Redwoods! Arrive at Crater Lake National Park in the afternoon, the Deepest Lake in America! The crater was formed by a volcanic eruption 7000 years ago and is now filled with melting snow and rainwater. The sapphire blue lake is also simply magical and breathtaking, it’s one of the things you must see in your life! Then, stay overnight in the second largest City in the State of Oregon, Eugene.

Special Note:
1. If Crater Lake National Park is closed, it will be replaced by Sea Lion Cave and Thor’s Well, please understand.

Morning

Redwood National and State Parks

Most people know Redwood as home to the tallest trees on Earth. But the Parks also protect vast prairies, oak woodlands, wild rivers, and 40 miles of rugged coastline. Our recommended scenic drives through ancient forests, rugged coastline, upland prairies, and oak woodlands will have you planning a return visit in no time!

Afternoon

Crater Lake National Park

The fifth oldest national park in the United States is also the world’s largest crater lake, Lake Chili. 7,700 years ago, Mount Mazama erupted, leaving a basin where the peak was originally. Thousands of years of rain and snow filled the basin and formed a lake. The annual snowfall here exceeds ten meters. The pure deep blue of Lake Chili is unmatched by other lakes. It is the deepest lake in the United States, with a depth of nearly 600 meters. There is no place in the world that combines such a deep, pure, and blue lake at the same time, pure as a fairy without dust.

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Sea Lion Cave

Sea Lion Caves is a connected system of sea caves and caverns open to the Pacific Ocean in the U.S. state of Oregon. Sea Lion Caves is one of the great sea grottos of the world, comparable in size and coloration to the famed Blue Grotto in the Mediterranean. America’s largest sea cave, it’s nothing short of wild! 

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Thor’s Well

 Sitting on the edge of the Oregon coast near Cape Perpetua, a gaping, seemingly bottomless sinkhole swallows the unbroken stream of seawater around it. Thor’s Well, as natural wonder is known, is believed being connected with another world.

Hotel：Hilton Garden Inn Eugene/Springfield; similar

Leave for the Woodburn Outlets in the morning and enjoy tax-free shopping! This world’s renowned outlet center has over 100 signature stores, more than 4 million annual visitors, and initially cost twenty million dollars to build! Then arrive at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in the afternoon, the view is so charming and romantic, and one of a kind! The second tallest waterfall in the country, Multnomah Falls is our next stop, with a drop of 620 feet! Portland is known as the world’s Capital of Roses, with over 50 new species sent to Test Center to nurture and grow each year, truly the most prestigious international rose experimental center! Lastly, stay overnight at Hayden Island on the Columbia River!

Woodburn Premium Outlets

Woodburn Premium Outlets is an outlet mall in Woodburn, Oregon, United States. Owned and operated by Simon Property Group, the center has over 350,000 square feet (33,000 m2) of retail space. The outlet is the largest tax-free shopping outlet in the Western United States. It is one of Oregon’s most popular tourist attractions with 4.4 million visitors recorded in 2011.

Columbia River Gorge

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area protects the spectacular canyon where the Columbia River cuts through the Cascade mountains – with cliffs and overlooks of Washington to the north and Oregon’s mountains and waterfalls to the south. The Gorge is unique in its natural and cultural history, as well as its designation as a National Scenic Area. 

Multnomah Falls

Arrived at Multnomah Falls in beautiful Oregon! It is part of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area which is a protected area that covers land in both Washington and Oregon. There are spectacular views where the river cuts through mountains and forests to create awesome cliffs, canyons, and waterfalls!

International Rose Test Garden

One of Portland’s nicknames is the City of Roses, and this town has long been an incubator for the scented beauties. Nearly a century ago, a farsighted citizen convinced the local government to set up a rose test garden during World War I to preserve the species of European roses that might be decimated by the bombings. 

Hotel：Holiday Inn – Portland – Columbia Riverfront, an IHG Hotel; similar

Follow us and visit the Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia in the morning! In the afternoon, we will drive to Mt. Rainier National Park to have an in-depth tour. A mountain out of fairytale and floating in the clouds, Mt. Rainier has endowed Seattle with both elegance and beauty. Everyone who has seen the beauty of it falls in love with it. Glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, and rivers scatter throughout the rainforest. The rapids of streams and pouring waters echo throughout the valley!

Washington State Capitol Building

Home to the State Legislature, the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, and Treasurer for the state of Washington, this building is American Neoclassical in design. The State Supreme Court building, and the Governor’s Mansion are also on this campus.

Mt. Rainier National Park

Mount Rainier is circled by the Wonderland Trail and is covered by several glaciers and snowfields totaling some 35 square miles. Carbon Glacier is the largest glacier by volume in the contiguous United States, while Emmons Glacier is the largest glacier in the area. About 1.8 million people visit Mount Rainier National Park each year. In addition, Mount Rainier is a popular peak for mountaineering with some 10,000 attempts per year with approximately 50% making it to the summit. Also, Mt. Rainier in WA is the tallest volcano of Mainland America, the 5th tallest mountain in the entire US territory. The mountain top is covered by snow all year round. When the snow melts, water flows down in large volume, creating beautiful waterfalls and vast lakes while also irrigating the forest land.

Hotel：Garner Hotel Auburn – Seattle; similar

Enjoy the beautiful and romantic Seattle and have a full day tour! Modern architecture, historic buildings, snow-covered mountain ranges and rainforest, lakes and straits, fragrance of coffee, cultural heritage and artistic atmosphere call Seattle home! 

The Museum of Flight

You will get a chance to catch the sight of the world’s most valuable airlines, military aircrafts, spacecrafts and much more here at the famous Museum of Flight! Filled with its richness in history, it will make you feel like you can travel through time and space. The Museum of Flight has an incredible collection of artifacts that date far back from the Wright Brothers, World War 1 and 2, the Space Race and much more for you yet to explore! 

Pioneer Square

Seattle’s Pioneer Square is one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, known for its historic buildings, cobblestone streets, and diverse mix of art galleries, restaurants, and shops. Situated just south of downtown Seattle, Pioneer Square is where the city’s founders settled in the mid-19th century. The area is named after a small triangular plaza that marks the spot where the city’s founders first landed in 1852.

The Spheres

The Seattle Amazon Spheres are an iconic feature of the city’s downtown area and part of the Amazon headquarters campus. These three interconnected glass domes serve as an innovative workspace for Amazon employees, providing a unique environment filled with lush greenery and natural light. The spheres are designed to mimic a tropical rainforest environment, with thousands of plants from around the world creating a tranquil and biodiverse atmosphere. Inside, employees can work, collaborate, and relax amidst the greenery, fostering creativity and well-being. Aside from being a workspace, the Amazon Spheres is also open to the public through guided tours. Visitors can explore the interior of the domes, learn about the plants and architecture, and gain insight into Amazon’s commitment to sustainability and biophilic design. The Amazon Spheres have become a distinctive symbol of Seattle’s tech and innovation scene, attracting attention from locals and tourists alike for their unique design and environmental focus.

Space Needle

The Space Needle is an iconic landmark and observation tower located in Seattle, Washington, USA. It was built in 1962 for the World’s Fair and stands at a height of 605 feet (184 meters). It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Seattle and offers breathtaking views of the city and its surroundings.

The observation deck of the Space Needle offers a 360-degree view of Seattle, including Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, the Cascade Mountains, and Mount Rainier. The Space Needle also has several dining options, including a revolving restaurant that completes a full rotation every 47 minutes.

At the base of the Space Needle, there are also several museums, theaters, and cafes, where visitors can learn about the history and culture of Seattle. The design of the Space Needle was inspired by the space age and science fiction, and it has become an iconic symbol of modern architecture.

The Space Needle is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Seattle and attracts visitors from around the world.

The Chihuly Garden and Glass

The Chihuly Garden and Glass is an exhibition hall located in Seattle, Washington, USA, that showcases the work of renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. The centerpiece of the exhibition is the Glasshouse, a stunning 40-foot-tall structure with a ceiling made of 1,340 pieces of glass in a variety of colors.

The exhibition features a wide range of Chihuly’s glass artwork, including sculptures, installations, and drawings, as well as a garden filled with colorful glass sculptures. The indoor galleries showcase Chihuly’s work throughout his career, including his famous chandeliers and other large-scale installations.

The Chihuly Garden and Glass is a popular tourist attraction in Seattle and provides visitors with a unique and immersive experience of Chihuly’s work. The exhibition is open year-round and offers guided tours, as well as a cafe and a gift shop where visitors can purchase Chihuly-inspired merchandise.

Seattle In-depth Tour

Famous Pike Place Market, fisherman’s Wharf, World’s First Starbucks and Starbucks Reserve Roastery, Gum Wall, night view of the city from Gas Park… wonders come one after another!

Hotel：Garner Hotel Auburn – Seattle; similar

Amtrak Coast Starlight

A grand west coast train adventure, en route daily between Los Angeles and Seattle, the Coast Starlight train passes through Santa Barbara, the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Portland. Widely regarded as one of the most spectacular of all train routes, the Coast Starlight links the greatest cities on the West Coast. The scenery along the Coast Starlight route is also unsurpassed by any others. The dramatic snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Range, Mount Shasta’s lush forests and fertile valleys, and the long stretches of the Pacific Ocean shoreline provide a stunning backdrop for your journey.

Drive to Shasta Dam in the morning, the most famous in California! It will certainly bring you with an unexpected big surprise! It has been called one of the greatest engineering feats of all time. Then we will drive to Sundial Bridge. Made of glass, the Sundial Bridge crosses above the Sacramental River, and is absolutely a work of art. Then, we will return to the Bay Area in the evening to finish our pleasant and unforgettable Ring of Fire National Parks and Amtrak Coast Starlight Trip. 

Itinerary:

Medford → Shasta Dam (Mandatory, 60 mins) → Sundial Bridge (30 mins) → San Francisco

Shasta Dam

Shasta Dam, dwarfed only by Hoover and Grand Coulee dams when it was completed on the Sacramento River in 1945, is breathtaking not only for its great size, but for its majestic setting in the southern range of the Cascades. The 602 foot-high, concrete, curved gravity dam holds back an immense blue reservoir, Lake Shasta, which boasts a 365-mile shoreline nestled amid evergreen hills and the snow-covered volcanic peak of Mount Shasta. 

Sundial Bridge

The Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay is a world-famous pedestrian bridge and public art installation that crosses the Sacramento River in Redding and connects the north and south campuses of Turtle Bay Exploration Park. As the name suggests, the Sundial Bridge is, in fact, a working sundial and is one of the largest in the world. The sundial shadow traces such a large arc that it can record only four hours a day, from 11am – 3pm. However, it is not accurate in winter times because the shadow is cast too far into the arboretum to be seen. The bridge celebrates human creativity and ingenuity, important themes of the 300-acre Turtle Bay Exploration Park. The steel, glass, and granite span evoke a sense of weightlessness, and the translucent, non-skid decking provides for spectacular viewing at night. The bridge is also environmentally sensitive to the river setting.