36 days in Washington State Itinerary

Spokane is a city located in the state of Washington in the northwestern United States. Step off the beaten path and head to Manito Park and Riverfront Park. Change things up with these side-trips from Spokane: Grand Coulee Dam (in Coulee Dam), Liberty Lake Regional Park (in Liberty Lake) and Mrs. Kalin's Barn (in Mead). There's much more to do: relax in the rural setting at Green Bluff, try to win big at Spokane Tribe Casino, ride a horse along Centennial Trail, and stop by Boo Radley's.

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London, UK to Spokane is an approximately 14.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 8 hours traveling from London to Spokane. When traveling from London in August, plan for somewhat warmer days in Spokane, with highs around 35°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Leavenworth.

Leavenworth is a city in Chelan County, Washington, United States. Explore hidden gems such as Lake Chelan and River Rafting & Tubing. Get out of town with these interesting Leavenworth side-trips: Lake Chelan National Recreation Area (in North Cascades National Park) and Lake Chelan State Park (in Chelan). And it doesn't end there: walk around Waterfront Park, immerse yourself in nature at Peshastin Pinnacles State Park, examine the collection at Greater Leavenworth Museum, and savor the flavors at Food & Drink.

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Getting from Spokane to Leavenworth by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to travel to Mount Rainier National Park.

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Explore hidden gems such as Mount Rainier and Skyline Trail. Step out of Mount Rainier National Park with an excursion to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in Eatonville--about 1h 5 min away. And it doesn't end there: delve into the lush surroundings at Grove of the Patriarchs, admire the verdant scenery at Paradise Valley, contemplate the waterfront views at Nisqually River, and take an in-depth tour of Longmire Museum.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Mount Rainier National Park day trip planning website.

Explore your travel options from Leavenworth to Mount Rainier National Park with the Route module. In September, daytime highs in Mount Rainier National Park are 25°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can travel to Olympic National Park.

In Olympic National Park, ancient rainforests and ocean tidal pools at lower elevations contrast with wildflower-filled alpine meadows and snowcapped peaks.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Hurricane Ridge and Olympic National Park. Explore Olympic National Park's surroundings by going to Quinault (Quinault Big Spruce Tree, Quinault Big Cedar, &more). And it doesn't end there: kick back and relax at Ruby Beach, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Crescent, stroll through Sol Duc Falls, and take a peaceful walk through Hoh Rain Forest Visitor Center.

For ratings, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read our Olympic National Park vacation website.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Mount Rainier National Park to Olympic National Park. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in September, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to travel to Port Townsend.

Port Townsend is a city in Jefferson County, Washington, United States. On the 13th (Wed), get up close to creatures of the deep with Puget Sound Express, admire the majestic nature at Fort Worden State Park, and then admire the majestic nature at Fort Townsend State Park. Keep things going the next day: identify plant and animal life at Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, take in nature's colorful creations at Sequim Pioneer Memorial Park, and then immerse yourself in nature at Fort Casey State Park.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Olympic National Park to Port Townsend. In September in Port Townsend, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) so you can go by car to Bellingham.

Perched at the northern end of Washington's Pacific coast, the mid-sized city of Bellingham serves as an important stopover on the road between Seattle and Vancouver.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Fri): stop by Chuckanut Bay Gallery & Sculpture Garden, wander the streets of Fairhaven Historic District, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally walk around Whatcom Falls Park.

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Drive from Port Townsend to Bellingham in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and train. In September in Bellingham, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Anacortes.

Anacortes is a city in Skagit County, Washington, United States. Start off your visit on the 16th (Sat): stroll around Washington Park, then admire the majestic nature at Deception Pass State Park, then walk around Causland Memorial Park, and finally admire the natural beauty at Roozengaarde Display Garden. Here are some ideas for day two: look for gifts at Olive Shoppe Ginger Grater la Conner, examine the collection at Anacortes Maritime Heritage Center and W T Preston, and then see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

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You can drive from Bellingham to Anacortes in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle. September in Anacortes sees daily highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) early enough to catch the ferry to Orcas Island.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Moran State Park and Shark Reef Sanctuary.

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Traveling by ferry from Anacortes to Orcas Island takes 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 23°C in September, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can catch the ferry 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.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Pelindaba Lavender Farm and San Juan Safaris. And it doesn't end there: get in on the family fun at Zip San Juan, relax and rejuvenate at Lavendera Massage, admire the majestic nature at Stuart Island State Park, and admire the masterpieces at San Juan Islands Sculpture Park.

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Ride a ferry from Orcas Island to Friday Harbor in 1.5 hours. In September, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) so you can travel 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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Kerry Park and Hiram M. Chittenden Locks. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Seattle: Tacoma (Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Point Defiance Park, &more) and Snoqualmie Falls (in Snoqualmie). And it doesn't end there: stroll around Gas Works Park, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, admire the striking features of Seattle Public Library, and deepen your understanding at University of Washington.

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Traveling by flight from Friday Harbor to Seattle takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and shuttle; or ride a ferry. Traveling from Friday Harbor in September, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Seattle, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.