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Day 1: Fly to Oregon a National Historic Landmark famous for its hand-
Welcome to Portland, the vibrant heart of the Pacific carved details and role in The Shining. After admiring
Northwest! Upon arriving at the airport, we transfer to its rustic architecture, we feel the pioneer spirit during
our hotel and get to know fellow travelers at a Welcome a delicious lunch at the Cascade Dining Room. Next, we
Reception with refreshing drinks. have a chance to watch fish migrate up the ladders at
2 nights at The Royal Sonesta Portland Bonneville Dam before visiting the nearby fish hatchery
to see leaping salmon and learn about their contribution WE S T ERN & MIDWE S T ERN U S
Day 2: Columbia River Gorge & Portland to the region’s ecosystem. Later, we settle into our
Our adventure begins with a scenic journey through the accommodations and gather for dinner in The Dalles,
awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge, where towering once a major Native American trading center. MEALS B+L+D
cliffs and lush forests frame the winding river. Learn 1 night in The Dalles
about the area’s history and take in panoramic views
from Vista House at Crown Point, then marvel at the Day 4: Maryhill Art & Winery
cascading beauty of Multnomah Falls. We savor a Today’s destination is Washington’s remote town of
delicious Welcome Lunch at its namesake historic lodge Maryhill, founded by visionary entrepreneur Samuel
before continuing our drive along the Historic Columbia Hill. We stop at a scenic bluff overlooking the eastern
River Highway with striking views of Latourell and Columbia River Gorge to visit the Maryhill Museum of
Wahkeena Falls. Later, we return to Portland and unwind Art, which was originally intended as a grand mansion
with a Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise on the Willamette and now houses an extraordinary collection of works
River, gliding past iconic bridges, floating homes, the by Rodin, artifacts from Indigenous Peoples of North
grand estates of Dunthorpe, and more. The evening is America, and exhibits on Hill’s ambitious projects.
yours to discover the city’s culinary scene, from eclectic Next, we pay respects at Stonehenge Memorial, one
food carts to award-winning restaurants. MEALS B+L of the nation's first WWI memorials and a fascinating
replica of the original in England. Our lunch is at the
Day 3: Mount Hood & The Dalles Maryhill Winery Goldendale Tasting Room, complete
This morning, we travel into Mount Hood National Forest, with sweeping vineyard and river views. We then
home to the Cascade Range and Oregon’s highest peak. travel into the picturesque Palouse region, known as a
Enjoy incredible alpine vistas from Timberline Lodge, photographer’s paradise for its stunning landscapes,

Hanford Site’s B Reactor
Get a glimpse into one of America’s most pivotal chapters: the Manhattan Project. This top-secret World War II
government program developed the first nuclear weapons, including the plutonium used in the “Fat Man” bomb.
Embark on a tour to explore the original control room, see the massive graphite core, view exhibits on the scientists
who worked under tight security, and learn how this once-classified site became a cornerstone of atomic research.

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