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Discover Pacific Northwest in September 2026 on one of these 10 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Astoria, Friday Harbor, Richland, The Dalles, and Seattle during September 2026 as you enjoy wildlife viewing, cruises, small ship cruises, wildlife & safari exploration, and whale watching. Prices for trips in September 2026 range from $4,220 to $47,785 for a vacation of 5 to 16 days. Choose any of the below 10 itineraries in September 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Pacific Northwest trip planners.
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A bear catches a fish as it swims upstream
$5,730
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Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest: Native Culture & Wildlife in the Land of the Spirit Bear

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Kayak across Great Bear
  • Look our for Kermode bears
  • Swim at hot spring pools
  • Experience unique landscapes
Starts / Ends:
Ketchikan / Ketchikan
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Rainforest Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail into northern British Columbia's tiny, meandering fjords and enter the domain of the endangered Spirit Bear. Also known as a Kermode bear, it is a subspecies of the North American black bear that is found exclusively in the Great Bear Rainforest's pristine wildness. The forest is …
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
$4,690
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and San Juan Islands archipelago. Sail through the crystal-clear waters to charming historic coastal towns like Anacortes and experience a traditional smoked salmon tasting.

Traverse the San Juan Islands, and observe the rich wildlife including whales, …
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The Chilko Experience
$6,008
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Chilko Experience Wilderness Lodge

4-8 Day Itinerary
  • Relax in your wilderness hideaway
  • Cruise the Chilko River by jet boat
  • Explore backwoods trails by ATV
  • Horseback ride to mountain tops
Activities:
Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
If George Vanderbilt, founder of the Biltmore Estate, and John Muir, America’s leading naturalist who inspired the US national park system, collaborated to build the ultimate luxury/nature experience for their friends and family, it would be the Chilko Experience. A private seven home $10M …
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Explore the Snake River in the Pacific Northwest of the US
$5,635
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Columbia and Snake Rivers Cruise

Clarkston to Portland - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Visit Multnomah Falls
  • Explore vineyards and local artwork
  • Witness volcanic remains
  • Sail through Hells Canyon
Starts / Ends:
Clarkston / Portland
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the Columbia & Snake Rivers on a 9-day cruise aboard American Jazz exploring the stunning landscapes and rich history of the Pacific Northwest. Sail through Hells Canyon, North America's deepest gorge, and visit historic towns such as Astoria, Pendleton, and Richland. Enjoy wine …
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Columbia River Gorge
$5,280
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Song
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Song. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
$10,620
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Experience Skagway
  • Witness Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover Haines
  • Explore Juneau
Starts / Ends:
Juneau / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the American Constellation. Traverse the serene waters of the iconic Inside Passage, passing through a vast array of picturesque islands from Puget Sound in Washington to Alaska's southeastern panhandle. Delve into captivating history, marvel at scenic wonders, …
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Enjoy stunning views of Portland
$5,545
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
Cruise Details
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
$4,690
Savings
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
Starts / Ends:
Seattle / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and San Juan Islands archipelago. Sail through the crystal-clear waters to charming historic coastal towns like Anacortes and experience a traditional smoked salmon tasting.

Traverse the San Juan Islands, and observe the rich wildlife including whales, …
Cruise Details
0
Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
$10,620
Savings
EXPLORE

Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Seattle - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Experience Skagway
  • Witness Glacier Bay National Park
  • Discover Haines
  • Explore Juneau
Starts / Ends:
Juneau / Seattle
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise aboard the American Constitution. Traverse the serene waters of the iconic Inside Passage, passing through a vast array of picturesque islands from Puget Sound in Washington to Alaska's southeastern panhandle. Delve into captivating history, marvel at scenic wonders, …
Cruise Details
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Columbia River Gorge
$4,220
Savings
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

9 Day Itinerary aboard American West
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
Starts / Ends:
Portland / Richland
Activities:
River Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American West. Encounter the grandeur of Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens. Astoria, the oldest American settlement, offers Victorian charm and Lewis and Clark history. Explore Kalama's Cascade Mountains and Richland's scenic …
Cruise Details
0
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Excellent, friendly, and knowledgeable service and assistance.
Vaughna Cochenour
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5 hours ago
Was very easy to come up with an itinerary that included everything I wanted in a trip to Nepal with good communication, prompt service and really felt my needs were considered.
Robert
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7 hours ago
Jess was terrific and patiently guided us to make what we feel will be a wonderful family adventure.
David Herr
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14 hours ago
My family and I had been dreaming of going to Africa for two decades and our dream finally came true! I cannot begin to explain what an incredible experience we had working with Adventure Life, and specifically with Jason Maynard and his assistant Kriska Buison. From the deep knowledge of just about every activity, location and venue, to the patience and perseverance he had in working with us until we crafted the absolute perfect trip. We made a video that captures our experience, two of the most amazing weeks of our life... enjoy! To view it, you can go to YouTube and find my profile xdeanda and find my video "East Africa, summer 2024"
Xavier
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From the initial booking all the way through the trip, this was by far our favorite trip. Small boat travel is the only way to see a location. The excursions were so much more than I could explain. The locations were remote and awesome.
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