Skagit Valley Tulip Festival: 5-Day Signature Excursion
Introduction
April 15–19, 2027 / 5 Days / 4 Nights
Springtime in Bloom
Experience the vibrant colors of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival on this 5-day Small Group excursion. Journey through charming towns, stroll among blooming tulip fields, and enjoy scenic drives along the Pacific Northwest. Delight in local cuisine, art, and the welcoming atmosphere of La Conner, your home base for this unforgettable spring adventure.
Pricing:
Double Occupancy: $2850 per person
Single Occupancy: $3499 per person
$500 deposit due at booking
Final Payment due January 15, 2027
Trip Insurance is Highly Recommended
Springtime in Bloom
At a glance
Thursday, April 15, 2027
Friday, April 16, 2027
Saturday, April 17, 2027
Sunday, April 18, 2027
Monday, April 19, 2027
Thursday, April 15, 2027
Day 1 - North to La Conner
Journey North to La Conner and Tacoma Waterfront
Executive Van: Oregon to Washington
Departure
Albany, Salem, Woodburn, Tualatin
Destination
Washington
Pickups in the Willamette Valley. Travel north into Washington in the comfort of our executive van, with our Tour Director at the wheel.
Washington State Capitol Gardens Visit
Our first stop is the Washington State Capitol in Olympia, where we stretch our legs on the grounds of the grand domed capitol, past the sunken garden and the Tivoli fountain, with views across Capitol Lake.
Lunch on Tacoma Waterfront
We enjoy lunch together on the Tacoma waterfront. Afterward, those who wish may stroll across the Chihuly Bridge of Glass beside the Museum of Glass.
Chihuly Bridge of Glass Stroll
Stroll across the Chihuly Bridge of Glass beside the Museum of Glass, a fitting Pacific Northwest art moment before we continue north.
La Conner Inn
La Conner, Washington
Arrive in La Conner, a charming waterfront village set among the tulip fields of the Skagit Valley, and check in to our hotel in the heart of town, our home for all four nights.
Welcome Dinner in La Conner
A short walk brings us to our welcome dinner together, the perfect start to our shared adventure.
Friday, April 16, 2027
Day 2 - The Tulip Fields & Street Fair
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival and Street Fair
Breakfast at La Conner Inn
After breakfast we head into the heart of the Skagit Valley for the Tulip Festival.
RoozenGaarde Tulip Gardens Visit
We begin at RoozenGaarde, the display garden of a Dutch family that has grown bulbs here for generations, arriving early on a weekday before the crowds. Paved garden paths wind through beds planted in every color, with the open fields stretching toward the mountains beyond.
Lunch at Tulip Festival Street Fair
Lunch is on your own at the Tulip Festival Street Fair in downtown Mount Vernon, with local food, artisan crafts and live music.
Tulip Town Visit and Trolley Ride
We continue to Tulip Town, where a scenic trolley ride carries us around the farm so we can take in the fields without walking the rows. There is time to wander the display gardens and relax in the farm’s spacious barn before returning to La Conner for a restful late afternoon.
Dinner at La Conner Waterfront Bistro
We gather for dinner together at a favorite bistro on the La Conner waterfront, a short walk from our hotel.
La Conner Inn
La Conner, Washington
Overnight: La Conner Inn, La Conner, Washington
Saturday, April 17, 2027
Day 3 - Whidbey Island & Deception Pass
Explore Whidbey Island and Deception Pass
Deception Pass State Park Visit
We travel to Deception Pass State Park, where the dramatic bridge spans the churning waters between Fidalgo and Whidbey Islands. Accessible viewpoints near the bridge offer sweeping views of the pass and the forested shoreline.
Coupeville on Penn Cove Visit
We then continue down Whidbey Island to historic Coupeville on Penn Cove.
Lunch on Coupeville Waterfront
Lunch together on the Coupeville waterfront features the famous Penn Cove mussels, with views across the water to Mt. Baker on a clear day.
Stroll Historic Wharf and Shops
Afterward there is time to stroll the historic wharf and the shops and galleries of this pioneer town.
Scenic View at Ebey’s Landing or Fort Casey
On our return we pause for a scenic view at Ebey’s Landing or Fort Casey.
Evening at Leisure in La Conner
The evening is yours to enjoy La Conner at your own pace, with a selection of local restaurants within an easy walk of our hotel.
La Conner Inn
La Conner, Washington
Overnight: La Conner Channel Lodge, La Conner, Washington
Sunday, April 18, 2027
Day 4 - La Conner & Chuckanut Drive
Explore La Conner, Quilt Museum, and Chuckanut Drive
Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum Visit
We then visit the Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum, housed in a Victorian mansion, which presents a tulip-themed exhibit each April.
Breakfast in La Conner
After a leisurely breakfast, the morning is yours to explore La Conner’s waterfront boardwalk and galleries.
Travel to Chuckanut Drive
Departure
La Conner
Destination
Chuckanut Drive
We travel north to Chuckanut Drive, one of the most scenic roads in Washington, for lunch together with views over Samish Bay toward the San Juan Islands.
Lunch on Chuckanut Drive
Lunch together with views over Samish Bay toward the San Juan Islands.
Larrabee State Park Overlook
We pause at a Larrabee State Park overlook, then return through the valley farm roads for a last look at the tulip fields.
Farewell Dinner in La Conner
We gather for a farewell dinner together in La Conner, sharing favorite moments from our days among the tulips.
La Conner Channel Lodge
La Conner, Washington
Check inSunday, Apr 18, 2027
Overnight: La Conner Channel Lodge, La Conner, Washington
Monday, April 19, 2027
Day 5 - Homeward Journey and Farewell
Return South via Snohomish and Centralia
Breakfast in La Conner
After breakfast we say goodbye to La Conner and begin our journey south.
Journey South to Oregon
Departure
La Conner
Destination
Oregon
After breakfast we say goodbye to La Conner and begin our journey south.
Stop in Historic Snohomish
We stop in historic Snohomish, known as the antique capital of the Northwest, to browse the shops and cafés along First Street.
Lunch in Downtown Centralia
Lunch is on your own in historic downtown Centralia before we continue home.
Return to Oregon Drop-offs
Departure
Centralia
Destination
Tualatin, Woodburn, Salem, Albany
We arrive back in Oregon with drop-offs, carrying home unforgettable memories of the Skagit Valley in bloom.