PORT TOWNSEND: THE VICTORIAN SEAPORT & THE SALISH SEA
Introduction
May 23–27, 2027 / 5 Days 4 Nights
PORT TOWNSEND: THE VICTORIAN SEAPORT & THE SALISH SEA
Our spring journey begins with pickups in Oregon and travels north into Washington, following the scenic Hood Canal to Port Townsend. Experience one of the best-preserved Victorian seaports, explore maritime traditions, enjoy whale watching on the Salish Sea, visit historic sites, and savor local cuisine and culture throughout this signature excursion.
Pricing:
Double Occupancy: $3399 per person
Single Occupancy: $4075 per person
$500 deposit due at booking
Final Payment due February 26, 2027
Trip Insurance is Highly Recommended
Journey Highlights
At a glance
Sunday, May 23, 2027
Monday, May 24, 2027
Tuesday, May 25, 2027
Wednesday, May 26, 2027
Thursday, May 27, 2027
Sunday, May 23, 2027
Day 1 - Down the Hood Canal to Port Townsend
Scenic Drive, Oyster Lunch, and Historic Port Townsend
Executive Van Transfer: Oregon to Port Townsend
Departure
Albany, Salem, Woodburn, Tualatin, Oregon
Sunday, May 23, 2027Destination
Port Townsend, Washington
Sunday, May 23, 2027Pickups at Albany (7:00 AM), Salem (7:40 AM), Woodburn (8:10 AM), and Tualatin (8:45 AM). Travel north into Washington in the comfort of our executive van, with our Tour Director at the wheel.
Lunch at Family Oyster Farm
DateSunday, May 23, 2027
Stop at a family oyster farm for lunch together beside the tideflats. Oysters fresh from the canal are the specialty of the house.
The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend
Port Townsend, Washington
Check inSunday, May 23, 2027
Check in to our historic hotel in the heart of downtown, our home for all four nights.
Jefferson Museum of Art & History Visit
DateSunday, May 23, 2027
A short walk brings us to the Jefferson Museum of Art & History, housed in the town’s original City Hall, for a first look at the sea captains, merchants and dreamers who built this remarkable town.
Welcome Dinner in 1889 Building
DateSunday, May 23, 2027
We gather for our welcome dinner together in an elegant 1889 building just steps from our hotel, the perfect start to our shared adventure.
Monday, May 24, 2027
Day 2 - The Working Waterfront & The Victorian Town
Explore Port Townsend’s Waterfront and Victorian Charm
Breakfast at The Bishop Hotel
DateMonday, May 24, 2027
After breakfast we walk down to the Northwest Maritime Center, the heart of Port Townsend’s living boating tradition.
Northwest Maritime Center Visit
DateMonday, May 24, 2027
Walk down to the Northwest Maritime Center, the heart of Port Townsend’s living boating tradition.
Point Hudson Boatyards Walk
DateMonday, May 24, 2027
Stroll through the Point Hudson boatyards, where shipwrights still build and restore wooden boats by hand, and hear the stories behind the vessels in the yard.
Lunch on the Waterfront
DateMonday, May 24, 2027
We enjoy lunch together on the waterfront.
Guided Town Tour: Commercial District & Victorian Homes
DateMonday, May 24, 2027
Set out with a local guide to discover the town’s two faces: the brick commercial district along the water and the grand Victorian homes on the bluff above, built during the boom years of the late 1800s. Our van carries us up the bluff, so we can enjoy the views without the climb.
Free Time on Water Street
The late afternoon is yours to rest or browse the galleries and bookshops of Water Street.
Dinner at Neighborhood Bistro
DateMonday, May 24, 2027
This evening we share dinner together at a cozy neighborhood bistro a short walk from our hotel.
The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend
Port Townsend, Washington
Check inMonday, May 24, 2027
Overnight at The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend, Washington.
Tuesday, May 25, 2027
Day 3 - Whales & Friday Harbor
Whale Watching and Friday Harbor Exploration
Breakfast at The Bishop Hotel
DateTuesday, May 25, 2027
After an early breakfast we board our boat at Point Hudson for a full day on the Salish Sea.
Whale Watching Cruise on the Salish Sea
DateTuesday, May 25, 2027
We cruise north across the Strait of Juan de Fuca toward the San Juan Islands, watching for orcas, humpback whales, porpoises, seals and seabirds along the way.
Visit to Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
DateTuesday, May 25, 2027
We step ashore in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island for a leisurely lunch on your own and time to explore the shops and harbor of this charming island town.
Return Whale Watching Voyage
DateTuesday, May 25, 2027
Our return voyage brings more chances to watch for wildlife as the islands slip past.
Dinner near The Bishop Hotel
DateTuesday, May 25, 2027
We return to Port Townsend in the late afternoon and enjoy a relaxed dinner together close to our hotel after a memorable day on the water.
The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend
Port Townsend, Washington
Check inTuesday, May 25, 2027
Overnight at The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend, Washington.
Wednesday, May 26, 2027
Day 4 - Boatbuilders & The Chimacum Valley
Boatbuilding, Chimacum Valley Farm, and Farewell Dinner
Breakfast at The Bishop Hotel
DateWednesday, May 26, 2027
After breakfast we travel a few minutes south to Port Hadlock for a special visit to the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding, where students learn the traditional craft of building wooden boats from the keel up. We see their work in progress and learn how these timeless skills are being kept alive.
Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding Visit
DateWednesday, May 26, 2027
Special visit to the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding, where students learn the traditional craft of building wooden boats from the keel up. We see their work in progress and learn how these timeless skills are being kept alive.
Lunch and Cider Tasting at Organic Farm and Cidery
DateWednesday, May 26, 2027
We continue into the pastoral Chimacum Valley to an organic farm and cidery, where we enjoy lunch together and a guided tasting of ciders and fruit wines made from the orchards around us.
Optional Visit to Fort Flagler or Afternoon at Leisure
DateWednesday, May 26, 2027
Those who wish may continue to Fort Flagler on Marrowstone Island for sweeping water views, or return to the hotel for a quiet afternoon.
Farewell Dinner at Port Townsend Restaurant
DateWednesday, May 26, 2027
We gather for our farewell dinner together at one of Port Townsend’s finest restaurants, sharing favorite moments from our days by the sea.
The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend
Port Townsend, Washington
Check inWednesday, May 26, 2027
Overnight at The Bishop Hotel, Port Townsend, Washington.
Thursday, May 27, 2027
Day 5 - Whidbey Island and Homeward
Ferry to Whidbey Island and Return Home
Breakfast
DateThursday, May 27, 2027
After breakfast we say goodbye to Port Townsend and board the ferry for a scenic crossing of Admiralty Inlet to Whidbey Island.
Ferry to Whidbey Island
Departure
Port Townsend, Washington
Thursday, May 27, 2027Destination
Whidbey Island, Washington
Board the ferry for a scenic crossing of Admiralty Inlet to Whidbey Island.
Visit to Fort Casey and Admiralty Head Lighthouse
DateThursday, May 27, 2027
We visit Fort Casey, one of the three coastal forts that once guarded the entrance to Puget Sound, and the Admiralty Head Lighthouse that stands beside it.
Lunch in Coupeville
DateThursday, May 27, 2027
We enjoy a final lunch together in the historic seaside town of Coupeville, famous for the mussels of Penn Cove, before crossing to the mainland on a second ferry.
Ferry to Mainland
Departure
Coupeville, Whidbey Island, Washington
Thursday, May 27, 2027Destination
Mainland Washington
Cross to the mainland on a second ferry after lunch in Coupeville.
Executive Van Transfer: Washington to Oregon
Departure
Mainland Washington
Thursday, May 27, 2027Destination
Tualatin, Woodburn, Salem, Albany, Oregon
We arrive back in Oregon with drop-offs at Tualatin (approximately 5:45 PM), Woodburn (6:15 PM), Salem (6:45 PM) and Albany (7:15 PM), carrying home unforgettable memories of the Victorian seaport and the Salish Sea.
4 nights at The Bishop Hotel in historic downtown Port Townsend. 12 meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners, including welcome and farewell dinners. Executive van transportation throughout, with pickup and drop-off along the I-5 corridor. An OregonWest Tour Director throughout, who also drives. Full-day whale-watching voyage to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. Northwest Maritime Center visit and Point Hudson boatyard walk. Guided walking tour of Port Townsend’s Victorian downtown and uptown. Admission to the Jefferson Museum of Art & History. Visit to the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding. Farm lunch and cider tasting in the Chimacum Valley. Ferry crossings to and from Whidbey Island, with a visit to Fort Casey. Gratuities for your Tour Director. Luggage handling, one bag per person. All taxes and fees on included services.
Meals and beverages not listed as included (1 lunch is on your own in Friday Harbor). Travel insurance and trip protection. Optional activities. Items of a personal nature. Anything not specifically listed as included.