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Old Growth Forest
Whale Watching
Crystal Clear Lakes
Wild Coastline
Explore the three distinct ecosystems that make up this pristine protected wilderness
With over 875,000 acres of congressionally-designated wilderness, Olympic National Park has something for everyone. We will spend time taking in the three ecosystems of: glacier-capped mountain ranges, rugged coastline, and temperate rainforest. Our exploration of the range will have us traveling up past 5,000 feet of elevation to Hurricane Ridge to hike around and take in the vistas of the glaciated Olympic Mountains, tidepooling and whale watching in the Salish Sea along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and hiking along river-lined trails in the Hoh Rainforest. While accessing this park can normally be a daunting task, we have designed our tour to highlight some of the most stunning areas within the northern section of the park and make the most out of our time in this remote corner of the Pacific Northwest.
This tour is active with numerous opportunities for hiking & boating. We will be treated to meals prepared by our chefs, the Cerkvenik team, led by Chef Mark and driven by his passion for the whole food, plant-based no oil diet.
Why You’ll Love This Tour!
Step into a world of green as you get a chance to walk through the iconic Hall of Mosses in the Hoh Rainforest.
Spy the glaciated Mount Olympus while walking wildflower-lined trails at the top of Hurricane Ridge.
Explore the banks of the infamous Lake Crescent whose blue water is known for staying crystal clear even at shocking depths.
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Essential Info
Essential Info
Price
$4300
*A non-refundable deposit of 25% of the tour cost, along with a registration form, is required in order to join the tour. Your space is not guaranteed until both of these are received.
Dates
July 20-26 , 2025
Tour duration
6 nights/ 7 days
Group size
8-14 people
Included
- 6 nights accommodations
- 6 Dinners
- 7 Lunches
- 6 Breakfasts
- Transport from airport upon arrival & back to airport on last day
- Guided tour
- Transportation & logistics for listed daily activities
Not included
- Airfare
- Travel insurance
What to bring
We recommend bringing as little as possible! If you need any packing tips, please contact us.
Travel insurance is highly recommended for any unexpected emergency expenses.
About your guide
This tour will be led by Mairead Sardina with food prepared by Chef Mark Cerkvenik and Sous Chef Lorrie Cerkvenik.
Trip Overview
The tour begins with a 2pm pickup from the Seattle-Tacoma Airport and transportation to Sequim where we will settle in and have our first group dinner. Over the next five days, we will explore some of the most stunning scenery the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Between the food prepared by Chef Mark and the immersive itinerary, all of your senses will be enthralled on this trip. Experience the countless shades of greens and blues associated with this lush landscape as we step into the rugged wilderness of the Olympic Peninsula, all while staying comfortably in the serene lavender-lined town of Sequim.
You will never have to worry about what you are going to eat on a Veg Jaunts and Journeys tour. Mark is our in-house chef and founder of letseatgreat.com. He and Sous Chef Lorrie will be preparing all meals, so you can enjoy the adventures and relaxation of your vacation. The meals will be whole food, with little salt/no oil/no refined sugar, and always plant-based.
The tour will end with a shuttle back to the Seattle-Tacoma Airport on the morning of the 26th, our last day, with the goal of arriving at the airport by 11am. Please see the “good to know” section for more details.
Our final day we will transfer back to Seattle after breakfast.
Private Houses in the town of Sequim
Itinerary
The tour begins with a 2pm pickup from the Seattle-Tacoma Airport, or if you would like to coordinate an independent shuttle you can be dropped off at the main house from mid-day on. We will then make the beautiful drive across the Puget Sound towards our home-base of Sequim where we will settle in and have our first group dinner. The rest of the days of this tour will start with a group breakfast and packing lunches for a day out and about.
On Day 2, our first full day, we will start our trip by driving up to the iconic Hurricane Ridge where we will spend the day hiking the various trails available at the summit. We will have a picnic lunch surrounded by the breathtaking snowcapped mountains of the Olympics. In the afternoon we will return to the house for snacks and free time before dinner.
On Day 3, we will drive to the enchanting Lake Crescent where we will spend our day hiking around the glacier-carved brilliant blue lake. This landmark of Olympic National Park will steal your heart with hikes planned to Marymere Falls on the south shore and Devil’s Punchbowl on the north shore of the lake. After a full day at the lake we will drive back to the house for snacks & dinner.
Meals Included
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On Day 4, we will be starting bright and early for our longest day of the trip – our visit to the Hoh Rainforest. The Hoh Rainforest is a true wonderland of green and one of the most picturesque places in the world. It offers something for everyone with trails like the Hall of Mosses, a quick 0.8 mile loop, and the Hoh River Trail, which if taken to completion requires overnight permits and is over 35 miles, but is equally nice to hike for as long as time allows. We will stop into the visitor’s center and enjoy a picnic lunch before driving back to the house in the afternoon for snacks & dinner.
On Day 5, we will head to a beach favored by locals that sits along the Strait of Juan de Fuca called Salt Creek Recreation Area. We will enjoy a morning of low tide exploration with tidepools known for immense biodiversity and stunning waters. After a picnic lunch we will head into Port Angeles and jump aboard the Puget Sound Express for an afternoon of whale watching to observe and learn about local wildlife.
Meals Included
Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On Day 6, our last full day we will have a more relaxing agenda with us driving to Port Townsend which sits at the most NorthEastern tip of the Olympic Peninsula. You will be free to explore the historical monuments and trails within Fort Worden Historical State Park at your leisure or opt to be dropped off in town to walk through the “village-by-the-sea” which is described as having an “artistic soul”. We will head back to Sequim in the afternoon where you will have the option to have free time at the house or head out to see more of the town of Sequim.
On Day 7, we will need to have an early morning of breakfast packed to go or eaten early so that we can prepare for the long shuttle back to the airport. We will provide drop off to the Seattle Tacoma (SEA) by 11 am. Please note, we cannot provide multiple shuttles or early/ delayed drop offs due to the distance between the houses and the airport (2+ hours).
Meals Included
Day 6: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Breakfast
Good to Know
If flying: please plan to fly into the Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) Airport. Due to the distance from the airport to the houses (2+ hours), we will only be able to coordinate one pick up time of 2 pm on Sunday, July 20th, & one drop off time of 11 am on the last day of the tour, Saturday, July 26th. Please plan accordingly. We recommend considering flying in the day before and enjoying a night in Seattle. Alternatively, there are ferries that come from Vancouver Island to Port Angeles, please note that if you choose to come in via this route you will need to secure independent transportation from Port Angeles to Sequim that aligns with the arrival on the afternoon of the 20th.
If driving: please plan to arrive on the afternoon of Sunday, July 20th. We will provide you with an address if you decide to utilize personal transportation or vehicle services.
This tour will include daily walks with an estimated daily mileage of 4 - 7 miles.
Your tour cost includes lodging starting on the evening of July 20th through the morning of July 26th; all meals; all sightseeing and activities as coordinated by the guide; all transportation during the trip (excluding airfare).
Previous Guests Praise Veg Jaunts and Journeys
It was a special experience to explore Italy with like-minded, compassionate travelers. We saw the sights, plus we got to explore a cat sanctuary in Rome and a vegan cheesemaking business. This trip was a top 10 life experience.
Thank you Kim and Wendy for such a wonderful trip through Italy. I was so nervous traveling alone overseas but really enjoyed getting to know everyone in the group. Would love to keep in touch with all and maybe see you on another trip.
