3/3 RVN Reunion 2013 Info

Known as the Emerald City, as well as Little Switzerland, Seattle’s fascinating tour will highlight the international district, named for its cultural diversity; Pioneer Square; the University of Washington campus; and a stop at the Government Locks and fish ladders to see the salmon through viewing windows. You’ll see mountain ranges, beautiful gardens, and millionaire homes. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the infamous, Pike Place Market. Opened in the early 1900s with a few farmers selling their produce, it’s now home to more than 200 commercial shops & restaurants, over a hundred craftspeople, dozens of farmers, and even street performers & musicians. Enjoy lunch on your own and browsing the shops of this well-known Seattle area. Don’t miss the flying fish!

Buses will depart the market at 2pm (for those just wanting a quick bite to eat) and 3:45pm.

9:30am board bus, 4:30pm back at hotel

$44/Person includes bus and guide. Lunch on your own.

SEATTLE CENTER / SPACE NEEDLE

Thursday, July 25

Seattle Center is an area of downtown worth hours of exploration. Pacific Science Center includes six acres of hands-on science fun, two IMAX theaters, the Tropical Butterfly House, Live Science Stage shows, and much more. The Space Needle has been Seattle’s icon since it was built for the 1962 World’s Fair. Take the elevator to the top of the Needle to see an incredible 360-degree view of Seattle's most striking scenery that you can't experience anywhere else. Impressive views of Mount Rainier, Elliott Bay, Lake Union, the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, and downtown Seattle tempt you to leisurely stroll the Needle's upper perimeter. The Experience Museum Project, a museum dedicated to music memorabilia, is also on the property. The Chihuly Glass Museum contains the largest collection of Chihuly glass in the world. Admissions vary for the various attractions, and are not included in the tour price. Please consult the websites shown elsewhere to plan your day and budget. After approximately three hours to explore the area and enter the attractions of your choice, the buses will head to the waterfront area for lunch on your own. Your tour escort will point out many options.

9:30am board bus, 3:30pm back at hotel

$39/Person includes bus and escort. Lunch and admissions on your own.

TILLICUM VILLAGE

Friday, July 26

Once transported downtown, our adventure begins at Pier 55 on Seattle’s waterfront, where you will board a boat for a narrated harbor cruise through Elliott Bay to Blake Island. Once there, enjoy clam appetizers before entering the great cedar longhouse for a delicious Native American style salmon feast with all of the accompaniments. While dining, be entertained by a magical stage presentation featuring Northwest Native American Culture. Afterwards, reboard the boat to return to Seattle, and then back to the hotel.

10:15am board bus, 4:30pm back at hotel

$98/Person includes bus, escort, cruise, and lunch.

Driver and Staff gratuities are not included in the tour prices.

Please be at the bus boarding area five minutes prior to the scheduled time.

All tours and trips require a minimum of thirty-five people.

Salmon, baked around alder wood fires on cedar stakes

Experience Music Project & Space Needle, Seattle Center.