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$959
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Washington Wine Country Self Drive, Washington State
Lining valleys east of the Cascade Mountains, Washington Wine Country grows 99% of the state’s wine grapes, and is home to over 400 wineries and 13 of the state’s 14 appellations. As the region has matured, new wineries have opened and Washington wines consistently garner international recognition. View miles of family owned vineyards, attend wine tastings, celebrate the fall crush and sample new releases.
Here is just one suggested itinerary exploring this exciting region.
Deal Includes
✔ 5 day standard rental car
✔ 1 night accommodation in Yakima
✔ 1 night accommodation in Richland
✔ 1 night accommodation in Walla Walla
✔ 1 night accommodation in Seattle
Flights are additional
Washington Wine Country Self Drive
From $959 per person share twin
Based on select travel dates between: 16 Nov-25 Dec 24 & 20 Jan-30 Apr 25
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Suggested Itinerary
Day 1: Seattle - Yakima
Salish Lodge & Snoqualmie Falls: Spectacular views at Snoqualmie Falls, with a 2-acre park, hiking trail, observation deck, gift shop, and a famous, 270-foot waterfall. Have an organic, fresh and local lunch at the Salish Lodge.
Thorp Fruit Stand: (outside Cle Elum) Shop or simply sample fresh, organic fruit and vegetables in this historic barn-turned-market. Check out their large selection of wine, desserts, and preserves.
Historic Downtown Yakima: Be sure to savor and array of wines at Gilbert Cellars, Kana Winery and AntoLin Cellars in downtown Yakima. For an experience with an amazing view of the Yakima Valley, visit Treveri Cellars (sparkling wine) and Freehand Cellars on Rattlesnake Hills, just outside of Yakima.
Zillah: Perched on a hillside and surrounded by more than a dozen wineries, showcases some of the best wines in the valley, including J. Bell Cellars.
Overnight: Yakima
Day 2: Yakima - Tri-Cities
Walter Clore Center: Serves as a central gathering place to discover Washington wine and agriculture through engaging events and innovative programs.
Red Mountain: Washington’s smallest, and most premium wine-growing region. Red Mountain is receiving worldwide acclaim for its special territory. Grapes from here command more dollars per ton than any other
wine-region in the state! Spectacular views at Kiona Vineyards, Terra Blanca, Tapteil Winery, and Hedges Family Estate.
Lunch: Richland offers a variety of restaurant options from brewpubs, park side bistros and wine bars, to Greek, Italian, Mexican, Asian, and more! After lunch, you won’t want to miss the award-winning winery trio on Tulip Lane: Barnard Griffin, J. Bookwalter, and Tagaris.
Dinner: Elegant dining at Taverna Tagaris in Richland or Cedars Restaurant on the Columbia River in Kennewick.
Overnight: Richland
Day 3: Tri-Cities - Walla Walla
Lowden: Taste what the wine world is talking about at the Big 3 of Walla Walla: L’Ecole No. 41, Woodward Canyon and Three Rivers Winery all are located just outside of Walla Walla in Lowden.
Walla Walla: Have lunch in quaint downtown Walla Walla and stop in the downtown wineries of Forgeron Cellars, Seven Hills and Spring Valley Vineyard. Just south of the city, don’t miss tours of the estate wineries of Northstar, Pepper Bridge and Basel Cellars. Then be ready for a night of casual elegance, when you step out downtown to one of the number of intimate restaurants in Walla Walla.
Optional Activities in Walla Walla: Explore living history exhibits at historic Fort Walla Walla. Tour a pioneer settlement of original buildings complete with costumed interpreters. Sightsee beautiful Walla Walla by pedicab. Tour downtown wine tasting rooms, art displays, Pioneer Park and Aviary and more. Travel above the treetops and below the clouds on a scenic and peaceful Hot Air Balloon Ride overlooking the beautiful Walla Walla valley.
Overnight: Walla Walla
Day 4: Walla Walla - Seattle
Yakima River Scenic Byway: Take the scenic way back to Seattle by traveling north on the Yakima River Scenic Byway, State Route 821.
Overnight: Seattle
Day 5: Depart Seattle
Depart Seattle for your next destination.
Note: Road tolls, one way rental car fees, fuel, meals, hotel parking charges, admission fees and surcharges are paid direct.
Images credit: Jason Hummel Photography & Yakima Valley Tourism
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Valid for new bookings only for sales until 4pm on 16 Oct 24 or until sold out. Availability and pricing is current as at 17 Sep 24. • Pricing is based on dynamic pricing which means you get the best available rates of the day at the time of booking. Pricing is subject to current availability and pricing may change without notice until time of confirmation. Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases, exchange rate movements and availability. • Flights are additional. • Full payment is required at time of booking. • Prices are per person, twin share, in NZ dollars for cash or eftpos purchase only • Travel commenced and completed as specified • Accommodation is limited and is subject to availability at time of booking • Some surcharges and closeouts may apply. • Accommodation is based on 3-star accommodation • Twin share is two adults travelling together and sharing a room using existing bedding. • Rental car is based on an Intermediate SUV Nissan Rogue (or similar) and excludes road tolls, one way rental car fees, fuel, meals, hotel parking charges • Admission fees and surcharges are paid direct.• Packages are based on consecutive night stays at specified hotel – should your needs differ please ask your House of Travel consultant • Amendment and cancellation fees apply. • Airfares are not included and are at an additional cost. • Please ask your House of Travel consultant for full terms and conditions.
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