Morning shuttle from Seattle to Anacortes to catch a ferry to San Juan Island. Onboard, notice the hustle and bustle of city life begin to fade as we pass the picturesque islands of Lopez and Shaw. Lunch at Blue Water Bar & Grill on the wharf at Friday Harbor. This afternoon, saddle up for your first bike ride from American Camp, occupied by the U.S. Army from July 1859 through November 1874 because of a water boundary disagreement with Great Britain, back to Friday Harbor. Tonight we dine at our accommodation, Friday Harbor House.

About Discovery Inn

Located minutes from the Friday Harbor ferry landing on beautiful San Juan Island, the Discovery Inn provides affordable comfort in a park-like setting. The handsomely appointed rooms are designed for relaxing and are decorated in restful colors. Each recently renovated room features air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a Keurig coffee maker, and a private bath. The lovely property features yard games, a large outdoor Jacuzzi, a deck with flowers, and a sitting area. Within a mile of the Discovery Inn is downtown Friday Harbor where you’ll find award-winning dining, art galleries, and fun shops with souvenirs for browsing.

After breakfast overlooking Friday Harbor, we’ll make our way over to Roche Harbor for a morning of kayaking. Paddle quiet bays and shoreline, keeping your eyes peeled for sea lions, bald eagles, otters, porpoise, and – if you’re lucky – orca whales. This afternoon, we drive through cottage country to the National Park, English Camp, and later pedal rolling hills back to Friday Harbor with a stop at a winery along the way. Dinner is on your own tonight at one of the many local hotspots in Friday Harbor.

Today we explore San Juan Island by bike and on foot. We shuttle from Friday Harbor this morning making sure to pause and take in the expansive views along the way. On our way to the historic Lime Kiln State Park, we’ll have time to stop and take in the culture. Upon arriving at the Park we’ll embark on a short hike loaded with picturesque views while watching for the 80+ Orca that calls these shorelines home. After lunch, we’ll get on the bikes to pedal over to Pelindaba lavender farm – an experience for all the senses! The day’s adventure ends back at Friday Harbor. Dinner tonight will be served at the McMillian House in Roche Harbor.

After breakfast, ferry to Orcas Island and take a short hike at Cascade Lake. This afternoon, board a boat and get ready to go whale watching! This all-afternoon tour will take you to the best spots to look for all the different kinds of whales of this area and learn how they hunt, interact, and migrate. Shuttle back to the Rosario Resort where you will stay for the last two nights of the trip. Enjoy dinner with the group at the resort this evening.

About the Rosario Resort & Spa

Over one hundred years ago Seattle Shipbuilder Robert Moran built Rosario with Arts and Crafts ideals in mind – time spent with family, a respect for nature, and a return to hand-craftsmanship lost in the industrial revolution. One hundred years later, Rosario Resort & Spa on Orcas Island offers comfortable and relaxing guest accommodations with beautiful views of Washington State’s San Juan Islands. Rosario Resort’s guest rooms are surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Juan Islands with views of magnificent East Sound and Cascade Bay on Orcas Island. This beautiful island is an ideal Northwest escape for those who love nature, outdoor activities, and cultural attractions. From kayaking and whale watching on Puget Sound to touring artisans’ studios, enjoying the wide array of activities will help create an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most stunning locations.

Surrounded by small, scenic State Park-designated islands, Orcas Island is a playground for adventurers. This morning we’ll explore one of the many trails of Moran State Park, named for Robert Moran, the Seattle Mayor and shipbuilder who provided the land for the park. Break for a relaxing picnic lunch. If you’re feeling energetic, take a hike up Mount Constitution to the highest point in the San Juan Islands (it’s worth the effort – the views are spectacular!) Tonight, wrap up your active day with a farewell dinner.

This morning, enjoy a final early morning hike to Cascade Falls, if the group is up to it. Shuttle to the Orcas Ferry Landing to catch our final ferry back to Anacortes. Lunch on the ferry. Return to Seattle for late afternoon airport and hotel drop-offs.

** Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather, and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate by Austin Adventures.