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Trip Itinerary
Experience quiet roads past historic farms and beautiful shorelines as you bike, kayak, and explore Fidalgo, San Juan, and Orcas Islands.
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Where to Arrive
Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Pick-up location:
Majestic Inn & Spa, Anacortes, Washington
Pick-up time:
8:00 AM
Where to Depart
Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Drop-off location:
Anacortes Ferry Terminal, Anacortes, WA
Drop-off time:
12:15 PM
Additional Arrival Information
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the trip start, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. We recommend that you fly into Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA). From the airport, you can take the Bellair Airporter to Anacortes (we suggest making reservations by phone at 866-235-5247. See www.airporter.com for schedules). A one-way ticket costs $43 per person or $82 for a round trip.
Please note that the shuttle runs only four times each day, and it takes about two and a half hours to get to Anacortes (in Burlington, you will switch shuttles). In Anacortes, the shuttle can drop you off at the Shell Station in downtown Anacortes at 1312 Commercial Avenue. From here, it is a half mile to the Majestic Inn & Spa, where you will meet your guides on the first day of your trip. We recommend calling a taxi upon your arrival in Anacortes to take you and your luggage to the hotel of your choice.
If you choose to drive to Anacortes and need to leave a vehicle somewhere for the duration of the trip, we recommend parking it in the upper lot of the Anacortes Ferry Terminal Lot. The cost for the week is approximately $55. You must pay at one of the six electronic pay boxes with credit card before leaving the vehicle— parking spaces cannot be reserved in advance. After dropping off the car on the first day of the trip you should take a taxi to meet the group at the normal meeting location. On the last day of the trip, your guides can drop you and your luggage off at the Anacortes Ferry Terminal Lot to retrieve your vehicle.
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Majestic Inn & Spa (419 Commercial Avenue, Anacortes, Washington) at 8:00 AM on the first day of the trip. Please come dressed in your cycling clothes with your riding gear easily accessible, separate from your luggage. Also in a separate bag from your main luggage, have a set of street clothes and shoes so you can easily change into them for the post-ride ferry crossing. Your guides will acquaint you with your bike and ensure you a comfortable fit before setting out on today’s ride.
If you will be late for the pick-up or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. If you cannot reach them, please call our first hotel, the Lakedale Resort (360-378-2350), and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details. Taxis are available to the Washington State Ferry Terminal in Anacortes to meet the group. You will need to be at the ferry terminal no later than 11:30 AM in order to meet your guides and board the ferry. If you are unable to make it to the ferry terminal by 11:30 AM check the current ferry schedule ( www.wsdot.com/ferries/schedule, look for the summer sailing schedule) for departures to Friday Harbor. You may call your guides or the Lakedale Resort to arrange transportation from the ferry landing.
Additional Departure Information
After a short ferry from Orcas Island, you will say farewell to your guides at 12:15 PM** at the Anacortes Ferry Terminal. From here, we recommend reserving a ticket with the Bellair Airporter for transportation to the Sea-Tac Airport (we suggest making reservations by phone at 866-235-5247. See www.airporter.com for schedules). The cost is $43 per person, one-way (or $82 for a round-trip ticket from the airport). Your guides can help you find the Airporter pickup location at the ferry. The Airporter shuttle has a 1:05 PM departure time on our last day that arrives at Sea-Tac Airport at 3:45 PM - we recommend booking this shuttle unless you plan on spending more time in Anacortes. Please allow adequate connection time for any ongoing travel to accommodate possible traffic delays. **Please note that these times may shift by approximately 30 minutes either way depending on the ferry and Airporter schedules.
Explore the Fidalgo Island Loop and take a cruise on the ferry to San Juan Island
Overview
Welcome to the first day of your San Juan Islands bike tour! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Majestic Inn & Spa at 8:00. After a quick 15-minute private shuttle, you'll arrive at Washington Park, on the western edge of Fidalgo Island, where your guides will do a short round of introductions before familiarizing you with your Trek bike and making sure you have a comfortable fit. Then, it's into the saddle for today’s warm-up ride with views of brilliant blue waters and snow-capped Mount Baker shimmering in the distance. Today's ride ends at the Washington State Ferry Terminal where you will gather for a one-hour cruise to San Juan Island, your home for the night. Enjoy a boxed lunch as you take in the sights and sounds of your first ferry crossing. Upon arrival, you'll have a chance explore the charming and historic town of Friday Harbor. After settling into your room at the beautiful Lakedale Resort, you'll regroup for drinks, appetizers, and a locally-sourced farm-to-table barbeque dinner cooked right onsite. This evening, you will hear about all the fun and adventure in store for you in the days ahead. You'll cap the night with delicious s'mores sitting around the campfire as you dream of your week ahead.
Hotel
Lakedale Resort
Meals included
Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Featured Meal | Fresh flavors at Coho Restaurant
Enjoy a social hour and locally-sourced dinner by Coho Restaurant's culinary team. Savor grass-fed meats, fresh shellfish, and island produce. Finish with homemade s'mores, a perfect ending to a perfect San Juan meal.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Fidalgo Island Loop - Approximately 14 mi | 22 km and 1,082 ft | 330 m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Ferry ride from Anacortes to Friday Harbor
Ride the San Juan Island Loop and discover historical lighthouses
Overview
Enjoy a leisurely start with a delicious breakfast as you enjoy the quiet morning sounds of Lakedale. Set out with your group today as you pass False Bay, a popular photo spot where the brilliant blue waters contrast stunningly with distant, snow-capped peaks. If you crave more miles for the day, add on a visit to the the southernmost tip of the island and Cattle Point, to bask in the stunning views of the Olympic Mountain Range and the lighthouse here that overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Continue to pedal through green farmland spotted with red barns and golden straw bales. Your ride ends back at your resort to enjoy a famous Trek Travel picnic. This evening the group will gather for dinner overlooking the harbor at one of our favorite local restaurants.
Hotel
Lakedale Resort
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
The historic lighthouses of the San Juan Islands
Cattle Point Lighthouse, built in 1935, sits on the southeastern tip of San Juan Island, offering sweeping views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
San Juan Island Loop - Approximately 21 mi | 33 km and 1,200 ft | 365 m
Ride Option 2
AVID OPTION:
San Juan Island Loop with Cattle Point - Approximately 30 mi | 48 km and 1,900 ft | 579 m
Sea kayak in Roche Harbor, ride to Lime Kiln State Park, and spend the afternoon exploring Friday Harbor
Overview
You'll trade bicycles for kayaks this morning and explore the pristine inlets and rocky coves along this beautiful coastline. If you're lucky, you may see harbor seals who bed off nearby Henry Island. After your adventure on the waves, it's back to dry land for a cafe lunch in scenic Roche Harbor and another relaxing afternoon ride past Lime Kiln State Park. Visitors here often witness pods of resident orcas feeding in the kelp beds just offshore and you can learn more about these enigmatic creatures by visiting the lighthouse research center. This afternoon, choose to indulge in a lazy afternoon enjoying Lakedale's 40 acres of water on a paddleboard or swimming at one of many beaches. Or, head into Friday Harbor to discover the art galleries and perhaps check out the whale museum. Your guides will have plenty of suggestions for dinner this evening in Friday Harbor.
Hotel
Lakedale Resort
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Premier wildlife viewing by kayak and bike.
Local guides will lead a sea kayaking excursion to explore the island's wildlife-rich rocky shoreline. Then enjoy a scenic bike ride to Lime Kiln State Park for more wildlife viewing at the lighthouse interpretive center.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Roche Harbor to Lime Kiln to Friday Harbor - Approximately 24 mi | 38 km and 1,750 ft | 533 m
Ride Option 2
SHORT OPTION:
Roche Harbor to Lime Kiln - Approximately 10 mi | 16 km and 870 ft | 265 m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Sea kayaking for two hours
Island-hop to Orcas and explore the enchanting village of Eastsound
Overview
Landing on Orcas Island is a moment of transition into a world of natural wonder. As you disembark, the crisp ocean breeze greets you, carrying scents of saltwater and evergreen forests. Mount Constitution looms majestically in the distance, offering a glimpse of the island's rugged beauty. Pedal winding roads framed by towering trees and glimpses of serene shoreline towards the idyllic village of Eastsound, where local shops, cafes, and the island's vibrant culture await. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring this tranquil getaway on the water.
Hotel
Outlook Inn
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
The splendor of the Pacific Northwest's scenery
Ride the serene coastal roads of Orcas Island, taking in breathtaking views of the shoreline and lush landscapes, on your way to the charming Deer Harbor.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Orcas Island Loop with Deer Harbor Extension - Approximately 17 mi | 27 km and 1,264 ft | 385 m
Experience breathtaking views from the summit of Mt. Constitution
Overview
Today is a rewarding ride, and perhaps a little more challenging, as you navigate winding roads that snake through dense forests of fir and cedar. With each pedal stroke, the elevation increases, offering glimpses of the surrounding landscape unfolding beneath you. At the summit, take in panoramic views of the San Juan archipelago, the Cascade Mountains, and even glimpses of Canada on clear days. The beauty of the Pacific Northwest stretches out in all directions as you descend back to a local gem for lunch. Tonight we’ll gather for one last dinner to reminisce over shared adventures and cherished moments on this island epic.
Hotel
Outlook Inn
Meals included
Breakfast | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Mt. Constitution
Take in the views of the Pacific Northwest, and on a clear day, even Western Canada and Mount Baker from the summit of Mt. Constitution.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Mt. Constitution - Approximately 28 mi | 45 km and 3,338 ft | 1,017 m
Ride Option 2
AVID OPTION:
Mt. Constitution with Doe Bay - 38 mi | 61 km and 4,485 ft | 1,366 m
Soak in one last morning of island life
Overview
This morning’s ride is your last chance for a peaceful early-morning spin on Orcas Island. West Sound is a beautiful place to soak in the sights and smells of the Pacific Northwest. You'll have time to shower and check out before boarding the late morning ferry back to Anacortes.
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
The sights and smells of the Pacific Northwest
A quiet early morning ride on a sleepy island is the best way to conclude a cycling vacation of a lifetime.
Ride Options
Ride Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
West Sound Loop - Approximately 14 mi | 23 km and 981 ft | 299 m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Ferry ride from Orcas Island to Anacortes
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