27 Nov 2018
New for 2019 - The Wonders of Oregon (12 days from AU $4,679pp/NZ $5,149pp)
New for 2019 - Cycling Vancouver Island (6 days from AU $3,329pp/NZ $3,669pp)
In-Depth - Olympic and Vancouver Island In-Depth (7 days from AU $5,039pp/NZ $5,549)
26 November 2018: Small group adventure specialist Grand American Adventures, has launched two new itineraries to the Pacific Northwest and Canada for 2019. New trips include a cycling tour of Vancouver Island and The Wonders of Oregon, a comprehensive 12-day tour through the state's most diverse regions.
These trips will see travellers exploring the rugged wilderness of the US and Canada whilst hiking across awe inspiring landscapes, kayaking through the waters of Lake Crescent and discovering incredible wildlife on foot. Spot grizzlies and brown bears on a dedicated boat tour, watch whales feed in the Tofino feeding zone and spot Orcas off the coast of Victoria.
Here are the new Grand American Adventures tours for 2019:
**NEW FOR 2019** 12 days from AU $4,679 per person/NZ $5,149 per person
This extensive tour of Oregon journeys through some of the very best regions in the Pacific Northwest. The Wonders of Oregon is a 12-day adventure that includes exploring the majestic Cascade Mountains, investigating lava tubes at Mt St. Helens' National Monument and a scenic float trip down the Deschutes River. Also included is a visit to the tallest lighthouse on the Oregon Coast, and sipping on craft ales in the state's quirky capital.
Price includes: 11 hotel nights, a professional tour leader and private transport throughout in a custom designed vehicle with Wi-Fi.
**NEW FOR 2019** 6 days from AU $3,329 per person/NZ $3,669 per person
This six-day adventure allows cyclists to discover the Pacific Marine Circle, riding through ancient forests, rugged mountains and along the breath-taking coastal paths of Vancouver Island. Highlights include exploring tranquil lakes and abandoned logging roads, visiting historic communities settled by the First Nation thousands of years ago and time to enjoy the local cuisine at Lake Cowichan. There are also plenty of wildlife spotting and culinary experiences awaiting cyclists en route.
Price includes: Five hotel nights, five breakfasts, one lunch, two dinners and daily nutritional stops, 'on the road' support staff and private transport in a custom-designed support vehicle.
Other Grand American Adventures to the Pacific Northwest and Canada include:
Olympic & Vancouver Island In-Depth
**IN-DEPTH** 7 days from AU $5,039 per person/NZ $5,549 per person
This shorter, more in-depth itinerary, explores Washington State and British Columbia, two of the most beautiful places on earth. Uncover the ancient forests and natural beauty of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Olympic National Park and discover the old-growth rainforests, diverse wildlife and rugged coastline on this 7-day adventure. Explore the beautiful wilderness of the Hoh Rain Forest and the peaceful waters of Lake Crescent as well as viewing Orcas off the coast of Victoria, bears around the protected coastline of Tofino and enjoy a salmon BBQ on the beach.
Price includes: Four hotel nights, two unique hostel nights, six breakfasts, one lunch and three dinners, services of a professional tour leader and local specialist guides and private transportation by vehicle, boat, ferry and kayak.
12 days from AU $5,039 per person/ NZ $5,549 per person
This 12-day adventure takes in the most incredible and hugely diverse national parks of the American Northwest and Canada. Travellers will witness endless wildlife sightings and have the opportunity to visit the wonderful city of Seattle, before taking the ferry over to Vancouver Island in search of whales and bears. This tour is the perfect off-the-beaten-track adventure for wildlife-lovers, nature enthusiasts, keen hikers and photographers. Highlights include a Zodiac boat tour-watching whales in the feeding zone of the Tofino region, a dedicated Bear tour spotting Grizzly and Brown bears by boat, hiking the trails of Mt Rainier National Park and visiting the Sol Duc Hot Springs in the Olympic National Park.
Price includes: 11 hotel nights, one breakfast, a professional tour leader and local specialist guides and private transport in a vehicle with Wi-Fi, by Zodiac and ferry.
To book or for terms and conditions visit https://www.grandamericanadventures.com
or call AU: 1300 030 714 / NZ: 0800 102 264 or email
sales@grandamericanadventures.com.au
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For further information, visuals and press trip enquiries please contact WixHill PR on +44 1483 203992 or email jo@wixhill.co.uk or sophie.carter@wixhill.co.uk
Notes to editors
- Prices quoted are for tour only. Flight packages available on request.
- Maximum group sizes of 13
- Hotel accommodation, private ground transportation and services of an experienced tour leader all included.
- No single supplement fees, solo sleeper available at an extra cost.
About Grand American Adventures:
- A small group tour operator offering in-depth experiences within many of North, South and Central America's most spectacular wilderness areas, National Parks and exciting cities
- Aimed at individuals, couples, friends, family and multigenerational travellers
- Tours are separated by destination, family travel or mini-adventures (city break add-on 3 to 4 day experiences)
- Tours may also be tailor made for small groups wishing to travel together and requiring specific experiences
- Sister company to TrekAmerica with over 40 years of specialist group travel experience
- Grand American Adventures is fully ABTA and ATOL bonded with nearly 60 different tour choices ranging from 3 to 23 days
- All tours are led by specialist guides and in custom-designed Grand American Adventures touring vans
