Join us for an adventure vacation in Washington in the North Cascades National Park. 6 days of hiking, biking and fine wining and dining with the leader in Washington adventure travel in the Americas since 1985.

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Washington Cascades - Best of the Northwest Adventure

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Trip Length: 6 days/5 nights
Price: $2,398 ($680 Single Supplement)

Dates:

Aug 25 2008 - Aug 30 2008

Sep 01 2008 - Sep 06 2008

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Pacific Coast & Northwest > Washington

Washington Cascades - Best of the Northwest Adventure Itinerary

(Host City: Seattle, Washington)

Day 1: Seattle, Leavenworth
Day 2: Leavenworth, Winthrop
Day 3: Winthrop, Methow Valley
Day 4: Winthrop, Marblemount
Day 5: Marblemount, Seattle
Day 6: Seattle, departure

From the Field: Washington Adventure Vacations

"My 16 year old son and I crested a small rise in the trail, and there in front of us loomed the Cascade Mountains. Andy, who's traveled the world with me (from the Andes to Costa Rica and beyond), stood there for a moment trying to catch his breath. His mouth hung open and he said 'WOW, this is amazing!' We sat down on the edge of the trail and neither of us said a thing – we just stared, soaking in the beauty of the Cascades."

Dan Austin, 2007 scouting trip

Washington Cascades – Best of the Northwest Adventure

Nearly 400 miles of trails and vast, undeveloped wilderness blanket Washington's North Cascades National Park, one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth and an ideal playground for your Washington vacation. Only a few hours east of the hip urban town of Seattle, North Cascades National Park, surprisingly, is one of the least visited natural resource of its kind. Grey wolves and grizzly bears still roam free as they have for centuries, and with no roads leading into the Park, human encroachment is limited to the fringe.

Austin-Lehman's 6-day Best of the Northwest Washington adventure follows the Cascades Scenic Loop, a 400-mile stretch of highway circling the heart of Washington from the waters of Puget Sound across the Cascade Mountains into the high desert climate of the Columbia River Valley. Hike and bike along wildflower-strewn trails and into sub-alpine zone, soaking up jaw-dropping views. Explore the Bavarian village of Leavenworth and the quaint streets of Winthrop. By night, savor the Northwest's tasty cuisine and award-winning wines and relax in the comfort of your charming lodge, inn or hotel.

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Photo Gallery

Riding the backroads of the Methow Valley

Views from Sun Mountain Lodge - our accommodation for nights 2 & 3

Cycling in lush North Cascades National Park

Mountain Home Lodge, nestled on a lush 20-acre meadow overlooking the Cascades, serves as our accommodation for night 1

An ALA guest enjoys a break while biking

Crossing a mountain stream in the Cascades

Wildflowers are plentiful in the Washington countryside!

Bears and other wildlife are often seen in the Cascades

Lush vegetation in North Cascades National Park

Lacing up for the hike up Washington Pass

Enjoy panoramic views while hiking in the Cascades

Trailside waterfall near Sun Mountain Lodge

Edgewater Hotel, dining on the edge of the Puget Sound and our accommodation for night 5

Jaw dropping views of the Cascades from our bike ride

Quiet backroads in the Methow Valley make for great biking!

Distinctive Accommodations

6 days/5 nights

Night 1: Mountain Home Lodge
Nestled on a secluded 20-acre meadow overlooking the Washington Cascades and surrounded by forest, this luxurious 12 guest room lodge and cabins offers superb cuisine, year-round variety of outdoor activities and total pampered relaxation. Visit the website for Mountain Home Lodge >>

Nights 2 & 3: Sun Mountain Lodge
Sun Mountain Lodge has achieved international acclaim with awards for the hotel, guestrooms, cuisine and wine list. Set on 3,000 acres, Sun Mountain's unique combination of privacy, tranquility and serenity balanced by the highest standard of excellence in service and guest amenities makes this an unmatched experience. Whether you're here to quietly remove yourself from the routine or try your hand at a long list of activities, the team at Sun Mountain Lodge will make your visit a peak experience.
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Night 4: Buffalo Run Inn
In 1889 a house composed entirely of logs was constructed. It was an awesome project, as the logs used in this structure were 9 inches thick, 18 inches in height and measured up to 30 feet long. A team of oxen was used to sled the logs to the crossroads of Marblemount. The structure was named the "Log House Inn" and was a meeting place for gold miners and pack mule train drivers heading up the Skagit River. There have been several additions added to the main structure over the years and recently it has been used as a restaurant and cocktail lounge. Today the building is being remodeled back into an inn and is now called the Buffalo Run Inn. Visit the website for Buffalo Run Inn >>

Night 5: Edgewater Hotel
The shimmering city is behind you. Beautiful Elliott Bay is right at your feet. The Edgewater is Seattle’s only waterfront hotel, located right on Pier 67 at the city’s dynamic doorstep with dramatic views of Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains and the downtown skyline. Visit the website for Edgewater Hotel >>

Washington Cascades - Best of the Northwest Adventure

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A few more reasons why you've gotta go…

That first glimpse of the Cascades as you head out from Winthrop over Washington Pass: nothing compares!
The biking: pedaling back roads to Darrington in the shadow of the Cascades is a cyclist's dream.
The local wine: Washington State is quickly earning a name for itself as one of the best wine-producing regions in the world – sip a few glasses and you'll soon see why!
Pike's Market: cheer as giant fish fly through the air in true Seattle tradition at the downtown Market, a city landmark.