The Authentic Northwest
From sleeping volcanoes to ancient sequoias, a road trip through the Wild West between waterfalls and Pacific coastlines.
Duration
16 days
From
€1,950/pers.
Ideal seasons
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Style
Self-drive tour
Comfort
classique
Travelers
Couple, Solo, With friends
The spirit of travel
With its wild parks, its sublime coastline, its majestic forests, its sleeping volcanoes, its fauna and flora, its waterfalls and spectacular lakes, the States of Washington and Oregon are the promise of nature vacations and breathtaking experiences.
This region so green and full of charm allows all travelers who love discovery and getting away from it all to dream. Come and discover this magnificent region during your next trip to the États-Unis!
In summer as in winter, you will cross landscapes of breathtaking beauty that you will not find anywhere else!
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Discovery of Seattle
This day will be marked by discovery and relaxation. You will discover its farmers market, the Space Needle, which is an iconic modern tower offering a 360° view over the city.
Also stroll through the streets to see the Gum Wall (famous wall covered in chewing gum), the world's first Starbucks location as well as the famous Kerry park in order to see a view overlooking the city.
Discovery of the Seattle area or North Cascades National Park
Today, you will discover the surroundings of this surprising city. In particular the West Point lighthouse to the south, or the famous Château Ste Micelle Winery which is a winery where wine tasting and other festivities are offered.
The city of Seattle is also rich in culture: Visit the Museum of History and Industry, or the museum of natural history and culture. These two places are fascinating!
If you prefer to refresh yourself with nature, take advantage of this day to discover the splendid North Cascades national park. Its landscapes and cliffs overlooking turquoise water are simply breathtaking!
Exploration of Mount Olympus National Park
Day at Mount Rainier National Park
The natural beauty of this region will continue to surprise you when visiting one of the most beautiful national parks in the États-Unis, the one and only Mount Rainier.
This park offers a multitude of landscapes: Between its lakes, its glaciers, its forests dotted with wildflowers and of course its immense mountain which is an active stratovolcano of the Cascades range located in the State of Washington, in the États-Unis.
Take advantage of this day to stroll around, go hiking and especially recharge yourself in front of this breathtaking nature.
Visit to Mount St. Helens National Park
Before discovering this charming young and dynamic city, you will explore the national park of Mount Saint Helens during the day. Like its neighbor (Mt Rainier), this national park offers a magnificent view of the famous St Helens volcano.
This park also offers the opportunity to climb to the summit of the crater via a challenging hike through a pine forest. This park also has a cave, Ape Cave, which is worth seeing!
You will officially leave the Seattle region today heading to Portland, in the State of Washington.
Exploration of Portland City and Multnomah Falls
Stroll through downtown Portland early in the morning.
This city attracts visitors every year for its parks, its bridges and its bike paths, as well as for its commitment to environmental protection, its microbreweries and its cafés.
In the afternoon, you will explore the sublime Multnomah Falls.
Visit of the coastal road and its sand dunes overlooking the Pacific.
Leaving Portland, you will join one of the most iconic roads in the United States, the magnificent Highway 101.
Skirting beaches with dunes and forests, this scenic road is an attraction in itself in the region. Along the way, stop at the famous Heceta Lighthouse and its many surrounding viewpoints.
Exploration of Crater Lake National Park
Heading south, you will discover today another extraordinary national park: the Crater Lake National Park.
This park is unique because it is characterized by the presence within its crater of an immense lake more than 590 meters deep.
It is the deepest lake in the États-Unis! It offers sublime views and multiple opportunities for hiking, enjoying your vacation and especially relaxing in front of scenery worthy of a postcard.
Day in Redwood National Park
Say goodbye to the volcanic national parks and say hello today to one of the most mysterious and green national parks in the country … the Redwood National Park.
This immense space is covered with temperate rainforests with majestic redwoods. This park offers a wealth of options for photography enthusiasts, hikers and nature lovers.
Direction Lake Tahoe
You will discover the city of Redding and mainly its Whiskeytown lake as well as its immense Shasta dam.
Further south, you will discover the Lassen Peak volcano. Having erupted for 3 years in 1914, it shaped the landscape by now offering a valley and a plain covered with volcanic debris. This place is surprising, it is moreover a mythical place for Native Americans since it would be the "center of the world" and the place of life of several spirits.
In the late afternoon, you will arrive at the magnificent Lake Tahoe.
This day will be mainly a driving day to get you to Northern California. However, a driving day is never accompanied by boredom.
Throughout this day, you will discover different landscapes that are worth seeing.
Relaxation Day by the Lake
Whatever the season, Lake Tahoe is the perfect place for wellness, hiking, outdoor adventures and water activities.
This free day will allow you to do as you please: From kayaking or paddleboarding, to luxurious 5-star spa, through local beer tasting or hiking around Emerald Bay, enjoy the pure air of this topaz blue gem.
Discovery of Napa Valley
You will drop off your rental car at the end of the day in downtown San Francisco. It is on foot, by bike or by taxi that you best discover this fascinating city!
Today, you will leave the turquoise waters of Lake Tahoe to head to one of the most famous wine regions in the world: Napa Valley.
On the agenda for this day, visiting the vineyards, wine tasting and visiting the charming town of Napa.
Discovery of San Francisco
Between its famous prison Alcatraz Island, its magnificent bay embracing the Golden Gate Bridge, its Fisherman's Wharf where you can see very noisy seals and its famous Victorian houses, the city of San Francisco is full of activities and buildings worth seeing.
Alcatraz and Chinatown Discovery
You will take advantage of this last day to visit by boat and on foot the famous prison onAlcatraz Island. This prison is world-renowned for its famous inmates as well as its spectacular escapes!
In the afternoon, you will discover the Chinatown district and its shopping street.
End of stay
Private car transfer to the airport.
End of your wonderful stay with Vacances America.
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- Travel Insurance (optional)
- Flights (optional)
- The activities (optional)
- Everything that has not been mentioned in this price includes
- Possibility of doing this circuit by motorcycle (optional)
- Possibility of making a loop and returning to Seattle (option)
Included
- 15 nights in the mentioned hotels or similar
- Rental of an intermediate SUV with all insurance and local taxes (except roadside assistance plus)
- Private car transfer from San Francisco to the airport
- 100% Personalized Itinerary
- Local assistance on site
- On-site concierge service
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 40% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 65 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
Entre 60 et 41 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
Moins de 40 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
The information below applies to travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland, and Canada traveling to the United States for tourism purposes. Entry requirements may change, so we recommend verifying information with official authorities before departure.
Passport
To enter the United States, your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay. However, it is strongly recommended that it remains valid for at least six months beyond your planned end date of stay.
The passport must be an electronic (biometric) passport, recognizable by the electronic chip symbolized by a logo on the cover, to benefit from the visa exemption program.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn, or altered pages).
Tourist stay without visa – Visa Waiver Program (VWP)
Nationals of the European Economic Area and Switzerland whose country is a member of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) are eligible for visa exemption for tourist stays. Canadian nationals also benefit from visa exemption to enter the United States.
This exemption allows a stay of up to 90 days. The authorized length of stay is determined by the immigration officer upon entry to the territory and cannot be extended under the visa exemption program.
Authorities may also request:
an exit ticket (return or onward flight),
proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of your stay,
proof of accommodation in the country.
ESTA Authorization (Electronic System for Travel Authorization)
Before arriving in the United States, anyone traveling under the Visa Waiver Program must obtain an ESTA authorization (Electronic System for Travel Authorization). Canadian nationals are generally exempt from this requirement.
ESTA is an electronic prior authorization required by the U.S. authorities. It allows verification of the traveler's eligibility before departure:
passport information
personal information and contact details
answers to questions regarding security and criminal background
The application must be made online on the official U.S. government website (esta.cbp.dhs.gov), ideally at least 72 hours before departure. ESTA is valid for two years (or until passport expiration) and allows multiple entries. Fees apply when submitting the application. The authorization confirmation must be presented to the airline and immigration services.
Travel with children
Minors must have their own valid passport covering the duration of the stay and their own ESTA authorization if their nationality requires it.
In some European countries, when a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the country may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence.
Other nationalities
Entry requirements may vary depending on nationality and whether the country is a member of the Visa Waiver Program. Travelers not eligible for VWP must obtain a U.S. visa before departure. Affected travelers should contact the U.S. embassy or consulate in their country of residence.
To participate in our trips, it is strongly recommended to have evacuation assistance and foreign medical expense coverage.
Your local agency encourages you to review the specific policy developed with our partner CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To purchase insurance, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.
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Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend subscribing to one of these plans.
If you choose to subscribe to one of these formulas, the policy detailing all coverage and claim declaration procedures is available on the insurer's website.
Your local agency will be aware of this, but only the participant is responsible for complying with claim declaration procedures. The participant must therefore keep this policy with them throughout their entire trip.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
Visitors benefit from the visa waiver program for tourist stays, with an authorization (ESTA) to request online before departure (21 USD, valid for 2 years). A valid biometric passport is required. Processing takes a maximum of 72 hours (often just a few hours). Check the specific conditions for your nationality with the embassy or consulate of your country of residence before booking your trip.
Go to the My Trips section to find all your projects.
You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.
For a tailor-made quality trip, budget between €250 and €430 per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transportation and activities. International flights (€400-900 return depending on the season) are additional. Distances require car rental and/or domestic flights.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We adapt each itinerary to travelers' profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed pacing, family-friendly accommodations, educational and entertaining activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate stories.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until it's perfect. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) coverage, which protects 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
Let's talk about your adventure — American West
Trailblazer of America's vast wilderness, based in Miami
In the United States, every road can become part of the journey. What I love is helping travelers find the right balance between the major sites and those detours that make the experience truly unique.
— Rémy
