17 days in Oregon & Washington State Itinerary

The city of Hood River is the seat of Hood River County, Oregon, United States. On the 11th (Thu), hike along Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Timberline Lodge and Ski Area and then admire the sheer force of Multnomah Falls.

To see photos, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read Hood River attractions planner.

London, UK to Hood River is an approximately 14-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Pacific Standard Time is minus 8 hours. In April, daytime highs in Hood River are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can go by car to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

Get outdoors at Forest Park and Wildwood Trail. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Columbia River Highway and St. Mary's Catholic Church. When in Portland, make a side trip to see Silver Falls State Park in Drake Crossing, approximately Drake Crossing away. There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Eastbank Esplanade, admire the striking features of Pittock Mansion, walk around Laurelhurst Park, and get to know the resident critters at Oregon Zoo.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Portland holiday planning site.

Traveling by car from Hood River to Portland takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Portland are 20°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Cannon Beach.

Cannon Beach is a city in Clatsop County, Oregon, United States. Take a break from the city and head to Haystack Rock and Manzanita Beach. We've included these beaches for you: Cannon Beach and Rockaway Beach Wayside. The adventure continues: immerse yourself in nature at Ecola State Park and kick back and relax at Hug Point State Recreation Site.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Cannon Beach route builder site.

Traveling by car from Portland to Cannon Beach takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. When traveling from Portland in April, plan for slightly colder days in Cannon Beach, with highs around 17°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Sequim.

Sequim is a city in Clallam County, Washington, United States. Escape the urban bustle at Olympic National Park and Murhut Falls. Venture out of the city with trips to Olympic National Park (Mount Olympus, Ozette Loop Hike, &more).

To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Sequim visit site.

Getting from Cannon Beach to Sequim by car takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and car; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Sequim are 15°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to drive to Seattle.

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Take a break from the city and head to Mercer Slough Nature Park and Green Lake Park. Pioneer Square and King Street Station will appeal to history buffs. Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at The Museum of Flight, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Seattle Aquarium, admire the masterpieces at Seattle Art Museum, and take a stroll through Pike Place Market.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Seattle road trip site.

Traveling by car from Sequim to Seattle takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or take a bus. Traveling from Sequim in April, you will find days in Seattle are a bit warmer (19°C), and nights are about the same (9°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Friday Harbor.

The tiny town of Friday Harbor is the largest village on the San Juan Islands, and it fits within just 2.6 km (1 sq mi) of space.

On the 26th (Fri), take in the history at American Camp, get outside with Springtide Paddlesports, and then get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

For other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read Friday Harbor route builder site.

Getting from Seattle to Friday Harbor by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or ride a ferry. In April, daytime highs in Friday Harbor are 16°C, while nighttime lows are 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) so you can travel back home.