Ship: Spirit of Discovery
Itinerary: A River Voyage of Discovery 2010
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| Day 1 : | Cruise From Portland |
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| Day 2 : | Cruising the World-Renowned Columbia Gorge National Scenic area |
| Day 3 : | Pendleton |
| Day 4 : | Hell’s Canyon |
| Day 5 : | Walla Walla |
| Day 6 : | River Cruising |
| Day 7 : | Astoria and Fort Clatsop |
| Day 8 : | Back to Portland |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||
| BBB | A | AA | AAA | Deluxe | Single | ||
| 8 | Sep 12, 2010 Sep 19, 2010 Sep 26, 2010 Oct 3, 2010 |
$3,599 | $3,699 | $3,999 | $4,599 | $5,399 | $5,399 |
| 8 | Oct 10, 2010 Oct 24, 2010 |
$3,299 | $3,399 | $3,699 | $4,199 | $4,999 | $4,999 |
| Destinations : North America, Pacific Northwest |
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Children under age 18 are 50% off!
Join us on the Columbia and Snake Rivers as the Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition gets fully underway. The explorers set out in 1804, seeking the Rocky Mountains and the far Pacific.
Day 1 : Cruise From Portland
On arrival in Portland, you will transfer to the ship. This evening enjoy a sparkling wine toast as the ship slowly cruises the Willamette River to view the Portland skyline. This 240-mile tributary of the Columbia River is crossed by 19 bridges and 3 ferries. D
Day 2 : Cruising the World-Renowned Columbia Gorge National Scenic area
Your ship slips through the locks of Bonneville Dam at the entrance to the Columbia River Gorge. Since 1938, this historic landmark has supplied hydroelectric power, fish and wildlife protection, and recreation. Stop at the dam’s Visitor Center, then tour by motorcoach to breathtaking Multnomah Falls, the tallest falls in Oregon. Return to the ship to continue your journey upriver. This spectacular river canyon, 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep, is a natural wind tunnel that cuts the only sea level route through the Cascade Mountains. BLD
Day 3 : Pendleton
Travel to Pendleton along a route used by the Oregon Trail Pioneers. Uncover the Wild West past of Pendleton’s underground tunnels, dug by Chinese emigrants between 1870 and 1930. Lunch is served at the impressive Hamley’s Saloon, offering a home-style barbeque lunch. Explore the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute honoring the 10,000-year history of the confederated Tribes of the Umatilla, Cayuse, and Walla Walla. Learn about their history through interactive exhibits and a Living Cultural Village. BLD
Day 4 : Hell’s Canyon
After your final upriver locking at Lower Granite Dam, the vessel will dock in historic Clarkston, Washington, “the Northwest’s most inland seaport” at the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater rivers. Board motorcoaches for transfer upriver to a riverside lodge where you will have lunch, just prior to boarding covered jet boats for an exhilarating excursion into Hells Canyon. This free-flowing river cuts its way through North America’s deepest canyon and boasts incredible scenery beneath steep cliffs rising thousands of feet on both sides of the gorge. Keep your eyes peeled for elk, bighorn sheep and 7,000-year-old Indian petroglyphs. BLD
Day 5 : Walla Walla
Internationally recognized for its production of award winning wines, Walla Walla is a quaint town where you will enjoy an historic tour and time allowing, an opportunity to explore and shop on your own. A special casually elegant lunch has been arranged at a local favorite restaurant before a tour and tasting at two unique wineries. Return to the ship for dinner and evening cruising. BLD
Day 6 : River Cruising
The river lends its unique rhythms to life onboard. You will have a full day of leisurely cruising past ancient petroglyphs, granite and basalt cliffs, Beacon Rock, Multnomah Falls, Cape Horn and legendary Rooster Rock. By end of day you’ll have locked through McNary, John Day and The Dalles, where man and nature work hand in hand. BLD
Day 7 : Astoria and Fort Clatsop
Stand in Lewis & Clark’s footsteps at the Fort Clatsop National Memorial, where Lewis & Clark spent the winter of 1805-1806. See the fascinating Columbia River Maritime Museum. You’ll have free time to discover the hidden treasures of this charming Victorian seaport, that is the western terminus of the TransAmerica Trail. BLD
Day 8 : Back to Portland
Return to Portland’s attractive riverfront where your week-long voyage ends. A transfer to the Portland Airport is included.
Ship Description: Spirit of Discovery
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Spirit of Discovery
The first thing guests notice when stepping into the Discovery Lounge aboard the 84-guest Spirit of Discovery is light, air, and views - wide picture windows port and starboard, and a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows facing forward. Backing the delightful scene are a bar and library with exquisitely detailed woodworking.
Every category stateroom offers a wide view window, many of which open for you to enjoy fresh breezes. Ample outside deck space and easy access to the extra-roomy bow area are perfect spots to view the sights around you.
BBB110 sq. ft. One upper berth and one lower berth, and large view window. |
A 110sq. ft. Two single beds and large view window. Cabin 302 has one double bed. |
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AA 92 sq. ft. Two single beds and large view window. |
AAA 104 sq. ft. Two single beds and large view window. |
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Deluxe One queen bed, writing desk, chair, TV monitor/VCR, refrigerator and large view window. |
Single One single bed and large view window. |
