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Day 1: Arrive in Oakland, CA.
Your tour begins in the famous California vineyards of Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Witness the art of wine-making on visits to wineries, where you may sample some of the acclaimed regional wines. Afterwards, enjoy an excursion of Jack London State Historic Park.
Night in Ukiah, CA.
Day 2: Ukiah - Willits - Ferndale - Eureka.
A California Western Railroad Skunk Train ride is today's highlight. The vintage 1935 M-300 motorcar takes you along the coastal "Redwood Route", which provides an awe-inspiring backdrop with its famous giant trees. During the 3-hour excursion to Northspur and back to Willits, you are entertained by Gold Rush Era-costumed performers. After Willits, stop at Humboldt State Park for another view of the magnificent Redwoods. Then on to Ferndale, a picturesque Victorian village. Evening brings you to Eureka.
Night in Eureka, CA.
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Day 3: Eureka - Redwood National Park - Gold Beach.
In the morning, visit one of the world's architectural treasures, the Victorian-inspired Carson Mansion in Eureka. Then continue your journey north, via US 101, through Redwood National Park, home to the world's tallest trees. Arrive in Gold Beach, located on the scenic Oregon coast. Enjoy an exciting ride on the Rogue River Mail Boat, jetting up to 50 miles per hour. Take in the beauty of the Rogue River and the Redwood empire, encountering wildlife along the way! Perhaps stop for lunch in a tiny village of Agnes, and reach Gold Beach by late afternoon.
Night in Gold Beach, OR.
Day 4: Gold Beach - Coos Bay - Newport - Portland.
In the morning, leave the picturesque Gold Beach, drive to the busy seaport of Coos Bay, and on to Florence, where you may enjoy an exciting buggy ride over the famous Oregon Sand Dunes, some of which reach the height of 300 feet! Afterwards, a pleasant ride through the charming resort town of Newport brings you to Portland, Oregon's beautiful capital.
Night in Portland, OR.
Day 5: Portland.
Today, get acquainted with Portland and its surrounding areas. Visit Washington Park, and see why Portland is known as the "City of Roses". Then continue along the Columbia River Gorge, visit Bonneville Dam And Locks, and stop for photos at Multnomah Falls, Oregon's highest waterfall. In the afternoon, head to the airport for your flight back home.
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