Pacific Northwest, Yellowstone Adventure

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Pacific Northwest, Yellowstone Adventure

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Ride across 5 states exploring the Colombia Gorge, Hell's Canyon, Yellowstone, the Rockies, the Lolopass, North Cascades and much more. Regularly voted as one of the best riding tours that Magellan offer anywhere.
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The Pacific Northwest tour takes you through mountain ranges, deep gorges, and some of the finest natural scenery and national parks—not only in America but in the world. You follow the path of the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery, learning how they navigated this landscape over 200 years ago, shaping America as we know it today. You’ll ride through the lush forests and open plains of eastern Oregon, cross the mountains of Idaho and Montana, explore Yellowstone, and traverse the Rockies twice. As you head north, you’ll visit the headwaters of the Missouri River and experience Big Sky Country. The tour culminates with an epic ride through the North Cascade mountain range, passing Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier, before finishing in Portland. With your rental bike, top-tier insurance, and full support from a driver and vehicle, riding through the States has never been easier!
  • Self Guided Tour
  • 16 Days
  • 2500 miles
  • Portland, USA
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May to September

You begin your Pacific Northwest tour in Portland, following the Columbia River, the largest in the Pacific Northwest, passing the 620-foot Multnomah Falls and heading west along winding back roads to the imposing Mount Hood. From there, you cross the eastern side of the Cascade Mountain Range and the Deschutes River.

Your journey continues through eastern Oregon, taking you along the Umatilla Gorge, through the Eagle Cap Wilderness, and past the Snake River and Hell’s Canyon—North America’s deepest river gorge. You travel through an impossibly lush, forested paradise to your hotel, nestled on the shores of a lake in McCall, Idaho. Along the way, you'll visit abandoned ghost towns, before more curves and ponderosa forests lead you to the first rest day in Salmon. Here, you can relax in local hot springs, visit museums, go rafting, try horseback riding, or even take on a 36-mile off-road loop, a favourite of local dual-sport riders.

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Not a straight road in sight

Crossing into Wyoming, you journey across the plains and into Yellowstone National Park. Experiencing Yellowstone on a motorcycle is unlike anything else—the scenery is breathtaking, and you’ll be sharing the road with bison, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, wolves, bears, and more as you traverse the Lamar Valley. You'll enjoy another rest/ride-out day in Yellowstone, where you can explore a loop visiting the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, or even venture to the Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody.

Hailed as one of the most beautiful drives in America, you leave Yellowstone via the epic Beartooth Pass and wind west into the expansive skies of Montana. You’ll visit the Grizzly Bear Discovery Center and cross the Rockies once more, heading to the headwaters of the Missouri River. In Butte, Montana, you can tour a mining museum and possibly descend into a mine shaft, outfitted with hard hats and torches. On the way to one of the greatest riding roads in the USA, you’ll stop at the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Go on a mining tour in Butte, Montana.

Go on a mining tour in Butte, Montana.

Highway 12 and the Lolopass.

One of the highlights of this tour is the spectacular 99 miles of Highway 12, known as the Lolo Pass, which runs along the Lochsa River in Idaho. You stay right on the pass in luxury cabins, surrounded by wild deer. This area is not only famous for its incredible riding but also for its iconic road sign that reads, “Winding Road Next 99 Miles.” From here, you travel northward, passing Spokane, Washington, and riding through fruit country on your way to Winthrop, the gateway to the North Cascade Range.

The North Cascade Highway is a standout in a tour full of superb roads, with much of the aerial footage for Top Gun: Maverick filmed here. After summiting the pass, you head north of Seattle for your last overnight stop in Enumclaw. On your final riding day, you journey across the foothills of Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier before descending back into Portland to enjoy your final night. You'll fly home the following morning with memories of the tour of a lifetime.

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Tour highlights

Following in the footsteps of Lewis and Clark: In 1803, the Corps of Discovery Expedition became the first American expedition to cross what is now the western portion of the United States. This tour closely follows their path, giving you a true sense of the adventurous spirit of these early trailblazers.

Columbia River Gorge, Cascade Mountains, Deschutes River, Hell’s Canyon, and Snake River: This highlights reel of natural splendor, combined with the smoothly paved roads that connect these points, sets the tone for what lies ahead on your adventure.
'We have ridden many trips in the USA and none have come close to matching the scenery and culture on this tour. The hotels and restaurants that Magellan have picked are first class ... If you think you know what riding in the US is all about think again, this tour is something else!'
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Lemhi Pass and Valley: Your first rest day in Salmon, Idaho, offers the chance to relax in local hot springs, explore museums, go rafting or horseback riding, or even tackle a 36-mile off-road loop.

Beartooth Pass & Rocky Mountains: The 11,000-foot Beartooth Pass, starting from Cooke City, rivals any mountain pass found in Europe and is just one of several crossings of the Rockies on this tour.

Yellowstone National Park: Renowned for its wildlife and stunning landscapes, Yellowstone is sure to impress. You have another rest day here, where you can ride a loop visiting the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, or the Buffalo Bill Museum in Cody.

Lolo Pass and Highway 12: The 99 miles of winding roads that make up Lolo Pass are among the most famous in North America, surpassed only, in our opinion, by…

North Cascades: A truly jaw-dropping ride over the Cascades—this is an experience every biker should have at least once in their lifetime. Nothing in Europe quite compares to it.

Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier: Riding through the still-visible devastation from Mount St. Helens’ 1980 eruption gives you a sense of nature’s raw power, while the view of the iconic 14,000-foot peak of Mount Rainier as you approach Portland is a perfect way to end the tour.

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Day 1

Hotel check-in and a quiet evening to get over any jet lag!

Day 2

Portland, Oregon to Dalles, Oregon: Ride past Mount Hood and Timberline Lodge, cross the eastern side of the Cascade Mountains, and follow the Deschutes River basin.

Day 3

Dalles, Oregon to Joseph, Oregon: Ride the back roads of eastern Oregon, following the Umatilla River and Eagle Cap Wilderness.

Day 4

Joseph, Oregon to McCall, Idaho: Journey through Hell’s Canyon, the Snake River, and Ponderosa Pine country.

Day 5

McCall, Idaho to Salmon, Idaho: Follow the Payette and Salmon Rivers through rugged Idaho terrain.

Day 6

Free day in Salmon, Idaho: Enjoy hot springs, museums, rafting or horseback riding tours, or tackle the 36-mile off-road loop.

Day 7

Follow the Salmon River to Yellowstone National Park, where you will stay for the next two nights.

Day 8

Cooke City, Yellowstone: Free day to explore. Take a hike, go horseback riding, fishing, explore the local town, or even try shooting—your options are endless.

Day 9

Cooke City to Butte, Montana: Cross the 11,000-foot Beartooth Pass into the Rockies, visit the Grizzly Bear Center, and take in the big skies of Montana.

Day 10

Butte, Montana to Great Falls, Montana: Tour a mining museum, visit Three Forks—the start of the Missouri River—and pass through White Sulfur Springs.

Day 11

Great Falls, Montana to Lolo Pass, Idaho: Follow the Missouri River to the foot of Lolo Pass, visiting the Lewis and Clark National Forest and Interpretive Center along the way.

Day 12

Lolo Pass, Idaho to Spokane, Washington: Ride one of North America’s best roads at Lolo Pass, then motor through the Palouse region of eastern Washington.

Day 13

Spokane, Washington to Winthrop, Washington: Traverse wheat fields and farmland to the fruit farms of Winthrop, where you’ll stay in a spectacular mountaintop hotel.

Day 14

Winthrop, Washington to Enumclaw, Washington: Ride the North Cascade Road.

Day 15

Enumclaw, Washington to Portland, Oregon: Ride beneath Mount St. Helens and Mount Rainier before arriving in Portland.

Day 16

Fly home with memories of a tour of a lifetime!

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What's included
If you select motorcycle rental, insurance is included.
15 Nights accommodation in a variety of traditional hotels, lodges and guesthouses.
Full use of all hotels’ leisure facilities.
Detailed route plans and maps.
GPS routes (Garmin / Tom Tom).
Detailed daily itinerary including sights and suggested coffee / lunch stops.
What's not
Airfare and Visas. Cheap flights can be found on SkyScanner.com, your best bet is a return to either Portland or L.A. If you go to L.A just get a cheap internal flight up to Portland before the tour.
Travel / Medical Insurance.
Meals and beverages not mentioned above.
GPS on rental bikes. We don’t include SatNav units with the bikes as most people already have one of their own they are familiar with and bring this along.
Fuel, National Park admission fees and optional excursions.

Full Pricing

Bike Option Single Rider Price
(Total for 1 rider, 1 bike)		 Rider & Passenger
(Total for 2 riders, 1 bike)		 Two Bikes, Shared Room
(Total for 2 riders, 2 bikes)
Own Bike £7795 £11190 £13790
HD Street Glide Touring £11995 £15390 £22190
HD Road Glide Touring £11995 £15390 £22190
HD Pan America 1250 Special £11995 £15390 £22190
HD Street Glide £11295 £14690 £20790
HD Road Glide £11295 £14690 £20790

Rental prices calculated based on 14 rental days (minimum required for this tour). All prices are total.
For this table, the "Two Bikes, Shared Room" prices assume rental of two of the same model, which isn't required and in some cases may not be possible.
All bikes come with luggage included. Top boxes can be rented, subject to availability, for an additional charge. Riders need to bring their own navigation equipment, which we can help fit on bike collection.

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Common questions about this trip

Can I rent a Harley Davidson for this tour?

Of course! Get the quintessential experience on your US tour by choosing a Harley Davidson when selecting your bike.

Please note that you’ll start in Seattle, NOT Portland, when selecting a Harley Davidson for this tour.

Can I combine this tour with others in North America?

Yes! This tour and our Pacific Coast Highway tour are designed to run consecutively, so you can easily ride one after the other. If you book these tours together, you’ll receive £1,000 off your total.

Are flights included?

We don’t include flights with any of our tours, but we’re happy to advise on the best airports and options for trips that start and end in different locations.

Can you help me sort my Visa?

Yes, of course. We provide full details on how to arrange a visa in the pre-trip documentation and tour pack.

Do I need a SatNav?

Yes, you’ll need to bring a SatNav to load the routes and ensure you have the correct map coverage. Full details on SatNav preparation and setup are included in the tour pack.

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