16 days in Pacific Northwest Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

On the 3rd (Mon), take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle, then take a leisurely stroll along Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, then cast your line with a fishing tour, and finally walk around Green Lake Park. On the 4th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a stroll through Pike Place Market, shop like a local with Chihuly Garden and Glass, then stroll around Kerry Park, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Alki Beach.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Seattle online itinerary builder.

Pittsburgh to Seattle is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Pittsburgh to Seattle is minus 3 hours. Traveling from Pittsburgh in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Seattle, with lows of 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Olympic National Park.

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): take in the dramatic scenery at Murhut Falls, then trek along Kalaloch Beach Trail 4, and then identify plant and animal life at Deer Park.

To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Olympic National Park trip tool.

Explore your travel options from Seattle to Olympic National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Seattle in July, things will get slightly colder in Olympic National Park: highs are around 70°F and lows about 52°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can travel to Astoria.

Astoria, named for famed fur trader John Jacob Astor, resides near the mouth of the Columbia River.

On the 6th (Thu), learn about winemaking at Shallon Winery, then enjoy the sea views from Lightship Columbia, then pause for some photo ops at Astoria Column, and finally trek along Cathedral Tree Trail.

For maps, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Astoria visit planning tool.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Olympic National Park to Astoria. In July in Astoria, expect temperatures between 69°F during the day and 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): take some stellar pictures from Portland Women's Forum State Scenic Viewpoint, then admire the majestic nature at Bridal Veil Falls, and then trek along Angels Rest Trail. On the 8th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at Powell's City of Books, take in nature's colorful creations at Hoyt Arboretum, then learn about winemaking at Erath Vineyards Winery, and finally explore the landscape on two wheels at Willamette River Trail.

To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Portland trip itinerary builder website.

You can drive from Astoria to Portland in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. While traveling from Astoria, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Portland, ranging from highs of 83°F to lows of 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to Newport.

A town that survives on the sea, Newport's population of just over 10,000 supports a healthy commercial fishing industry.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sun): admire the majestic nature at Brian Booth State Park, immerse yourself in nature at Smelt Sands State Park, then immerse yourself in nature at Yachats State Park, and finally admire the majestic nature at Seal Rock State Wayside. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Mon): take in the waterfront at Newport's Historic Bayfront, take a tour by water with Marine Discovery Tours, look for gifts at Newport Candy Shoppe, then look for all kinds of wild species at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, and finally immerse yourself in nature at Agate Beach State Recreation Site.

For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read Newport trip itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Portland to Newport takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Portland in July, expect nights in Newport to be slightly colder, around 50°F, while days are much colder, around 63°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Bend.

An old logging town at the crux of the high desert and ponderosa pine forest, Bend melds a love of the outdoors with cosmopolitan flair.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint and Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center. Escape the urban bustle at Fishing Charters & Tours and Oregon Badlands Wilderness Trails. When in Bend, make a side trip to see Tumalo Mountain in Redmond, approximately Redmond away. There's still lots to do: trek along Falls Creek Trail to Green Lake, take in the pleasant sights at Deschutes River Trail, take a peaceful walk through Shevlin Park, and get engrossed in the history at Des Chutes Historical Museum.

To find maps, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Bend travel planner.

Traveling by car from Newport to Bend takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or take a bus. Expect much warmer weather when traveling from Newport in July: highs in Bend hover around 85°F, while lows dip to 52°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can drive to Ashland.

Ashland is a city in Jackson County, in the State of Oregon. Escape the urban bustle at River Rafting & Tubing and Joseph H. Stewart State Recreation Area. Explore hidden gems such as Union Creek Trail and Mount Ashland. Venture out of the city with trips to Prospect (Mill Creek Falls & Natural Bridge Viewpoint). It doesn't end there: awaken your taste buds at Main Street Adventure Tours.

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You can drive from Bend to Ashland in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Bend in July, with highs in Ashland at 94°F and lows at 61°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Sun) to allow time for the flight back home.