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Pacific Northwest Fall Foliage

Fall foliage rail trip through Seattle's national parks to Portland

Pacific Northwest Fall Foliage, a rail journey with Amtrak Vacations

Amtrak Vacations runs this 6-day, 5-night fall foliage rail vacation between Seattle and Portland. Three nights in Seattle open the trip with admission to the Space Needle and the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit, followed by guided day trips to Mount Rainier National Park and Olympic National Park to see the season's autumn colors across their diverse landscapes. On day 4, the Amtrak Cascades train carries travellers south to Portland for two final nights, with an evening dinner cruise along the Willamette River on arrival and a trolley tour the next day through the city's neighborhoods, street art, and food scene. Only one day of the trip is spent on the train itself; the rest is guided sightseeing by road around Seattle and Portland. This suits travellers who want a short, fall-focused trip built around two national parks and two Pacific Northwest cities, with an included activity most days.

What to know before you look closer

  • Only 1 of the 6 days (day 4) involves the train; the rest of the trip is guided day trips and city touring around Seattle and Portland by road.
  • Only 1 meal (1 dinner) is included across the 5-night trip; the rest are on your own.
  • The evidence lists 12 accommodation options across Seattle and Portland, so the exact hotel depends on what is booked.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Seattle

    Your Journey Begins in Seattle

    Begin your adventure in the vibrant city of Seattle, where you'll check into your hotel for a two-night stay. Explore the city's iconic landmarks with included admission to the Space Needle and the Chihuly Garden and Glass.

  2. Day 2overnight: Seattle

    Mount Rainier National Park Day Trip

    Immerse yourself in the natural splendor of the Pacific Northwest on a guided day trip to Mount Rainier National Park, which is made only more beautiful as the seasons change.

  3. Day 3overnight: Seattle

    Olympic National Park Day Trip

    Continue your exploration of the Pacific Northwest's natural beauty with a guided day trip to Olympic National Park. Witness the kaleidoscope of autumn hues as you traverse the park's diverse landscapes.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Portland

    Seattle, WA to Portland, OR

    Bid farewell to Seattle as you hop on the Amtrak Cascades train to Portland, Oregon. After arriving and checking into your hotel for a two-night stay, prepare for an enchanting evening dinner cruise along the Willamette River.

  5. Day 5overnight: Portland

    Portland, OR

    Discover the eclectic charm of Portland with a trolley tour, offering a comprehensive glimpse of the city's unique neighborhoods, vibrant street art, and renowned food scene.

  6. Day 6

    Your Journey Ends in Portland, OR

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Admission to the Space Needle and the Chihuly Garden and Glass exhibit is included on the first day in Seattle.
  • Day 2A guided day trip visits Mount Rainier National Park, made more beautiful as the seasons change.
  • Day 3A guided day trip to Olympic National Park shows off a kaleidoscope of autumn hues across the park's landscapes.
  • Day 4The Amtrak Cascades train carries travellers from Seattle to Portland, followed that evening by a dinner cruise along the Willamette River.
  • Day 5A trolley tour of Portland covers the city's unique neighborhoods, street art, and food scene.

Included

  • One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodations from Seattle to Portland on the Amtrak Cascades®
  • 5 nights' hotel accommodations
  • 1 meal included (1 dinner)

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, one-way Amtrak Coach travel on the Amtrak Cascades from Seattle to Portland is included.
Which train is used?
The Amtrak Cascades, for the Seattle to Portland leg on day 4.
What hotels are used?
The package lists 12 accommodation options across Seattle and Portland, including the Kimpton Hotel Vintage in Seattle and the Kimpton RiverPlace Hotel in Portland; the exact hotel depends on what is booked.
When does this trip run?
It is themed around fall foliage, with the itinerary built around seeing autumn colors at Mount Rainier and Olympic National Parks.
What meals are included?
1 meal, a dinner cruise along the Willamette River in Portland.

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