You probably already have ideas for your holiday to the United States and Canada. Nature tours through the Rocky Mountains, spotting orcas near the San Juan Islands, or exploring the streets of San Francisco on the iconic cable car?
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Discover the natural beauty of the United States. A place where nature is so exuberant that you will never really feel alone. Go on a nature tour and marvel at the unique and special wildlife. Along the way, you will stay in lovely bed & breakfasts and cottages. You will also have the chance to soak up the sun along the Californian coast. The locals look forward to welcoming you to their special part of the world.
The best travel time is between May and September
The travel pace is relaxed
The average driving distance is 200 to 350 kilometres per day
The types of accommodations are bed & breakfasts and farm stays
Stay with the locals at 9 different locations
During your trip, your kilometres (and flights) are fully CO2 compensated
Below, you can discover our suggested locations. Feel free to adjust your comfort level, add activity packages along the route, and indicate whether you would like us to arrange your flights. The price indication is based on travel in the high season, so shoulder season travel will often give you a price advantage.
Route and Impressions
Portland
2 nights
Portland, Oregon's largest city, is known for its quirky, avant-garde culture and is home to iconic coffee shops, boutiques, and microbreweries.
High Desert
2 nights
The Oregon High Desert covers about a quarter of Oregon and has an average elevation of 1,200 metres, which explains why it is called the "High" Desert. The desert area is home to all kinds of wonderful geological peculiarities such as the Painted Hills, where the hills turn yellow, gold, black and red.
Bend
3 nights
Bend, situated on Oregon's Deschutes River, is an outdoor paradise for recreation. Water sports enthusiasts feast on the rushing rivers and calm flat lakes that contrast beautifully with the Cascade Mountains, where ski enthusiasts hit run after run!
South Oregon Coast
2 nights
Oregon's southern coastal region is home to long stretches of beach and charming small towns. The most famous of these is Newport, located halfway along the coastline.
Beaver
2 nights
Not far from the Oregon coast is Beaver. Besides a curious antique shop, there is a beautiful landscape to explore. Visit the nearby Nestucca River or take a trip to the coastal nature reserve of the same name.
Astoria
2 nights
This bustling port town was founded in 1811 and was first a trading post for fur traders. It is also where the famous expedition leaders Meriwether Lewis and William Clark spent their last winter.
Olympic National Park
3 nights
Olympic National Park is located in the northwest corner of Washington State. This is a mosaic of mountainous areas, temperate rainforests, and forests that stretch all the way to the rugged coastline.
San Juan Islands
3 nights
On the San Juan Islands, off the coast of Washington, it seems as if time has stood still for a while. The islands can only be reached by ferry. There are no McDonalds or Starbucks here, just wonderful views, an authentic atmosphere, and a few quirky locals.
Seattle
2 nights
Seattle is a cultural enclave, located in the northwest of Washington. On clear days, you can hear the locals say "the mountain is out". That means that Mount Rainer is visible in the distance.
You probably already have ideas for your holiday to the United States and Canada. Nature tours through the Rocky Mountains, spotting orcas near the San Juan Islands, or exploring the streets of San Francisco on the iconic cable car?
For the best local tips and advice, visit one of our online presentations. Meet our travel specialists and have all of your questions answered.
Questions? Speak to one of our specialists by phone Mon - Sat 0900 until 2100. You can discuss your travel plans in detail where and when it suits you, also in the evenings and on weekends on a no obligation basis.