San Juan Islands 6 (6 days)

Bike, Walk and Kayak: A Classic Island Adventure

The tranquil channels, harbors and bays lapping at the feet of charming island towns provide the backdrop as you and your family explore Washington’s San Juan Islands. On bike and foot, follow corridors of trees past inlets and coves and over mountains to view the shimmering Pacific Ocean. Wind your way through peaceful bays by kayak, catching glimpses of harbor seals, great blue herons and tidal pools full of sea stars. A wildlife-watching cruise hosted by a naturalist brings you closer to nature’s more elusive creatures. This Backroads multisport adventure is the perfect way to experience what Northwest island life is all about—be it pedaling, paddling, walking or simply sitting back with your kids and enjoying the view.

Days 1-3 San Juan Island

Meet in Anacortes Catch the ferry bound for San Juan Island and FriDay Harbor, whose quaint streets, lined with shops and galleries, invite a stroll Savor a bountiful picnic at historic British Camp, then walk to the summit of Young Hill for a sweeping view of the San Juan Islands Bike along the stunning west side of the island to a bluff with vistas of the Haro Strait and the Olympic mountain range Kids have fun exploring the tide pools at False Bay Embark on a kayaking excursion through gentle waters, where harbor seals and bald eagles are likely companions.

Days 4-6 Orcas Island

A wildlife-watching cruise to Orcas Island gives you the chance to view orcas, eagles, osprey, herons and harbor seals in their natural habitat Hike along the cedar-lined shores of Cascade Lake Ferry to Lopez Island to take advantage of its gentle terrain and beautiful rural scenery Back on Orcas, ascend Mount Constitution for inspiring views of surrounding islands and the Cascades.

Roche Harbor Resort - San Juan Island (3 nights): Enjoy spacious condos, private decks, a swimming pool and tennis courts.

Rosario Resort & Spa* - Orcas Island (2 nights): Kid-friendly amenities at this historic hotel include a swimming pool, shuffleboard, croquet and a museum.

• From $2,498 to $2,798 pp dbl. occ.
• (+$700 for sgl. occ.)
• All meals included except 1 dinner. Recommended minimum age for the Family Trip: 3 years. Minimum age restriction for kayaking: 6 years. Minimum age restriction to ride own bike: 9 years.