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The
Shaw
Brothers
Will be exploring
America
in 2008!
Join them on the luxurious
Queen of the West
as they travel the Columbia, Snake, &
Willamette Rivers
cruising round trip from Portland, Oregon
October 12 - 19, 2008!
The scale of
the mountains, the strength of its rivers, that blue expanse of sky: The wide-open
West has always fostered big dreams. Lewis and Clark blazed the
way for early pioneers who were drawn to the area to fish, trap and log. The draw
today: unparalleled natural beauty at every turn. Prepare for lush coastal
forests, deep canyons etched with petroglyphs, sparkling waterfalls, and more bridges,
locks and dams than on a Panama Canal cruise. The Columbia, Snake and Willamette
Rivers are true American treasures!
These and many more American
treasures await, on a journey that
unfolds over the course of 1,000 spectacular miles. We hope you can join us!
Stretching
east from Portland, the Columbia River carries you through towering peaks laced with
waterfalls that give way to broad, bronzed plateaus. The wind picks up at Hood
River, providing some of the
world's best windsurfing.
Itinerary
(Note: All shore excursions are included!)
Day
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
Sun.
Oct. 12 Portland, Oregon
- -
5:00 pm Mon.
Oct. 13 The Dalles,
Oregon
1:00 pm
5:00 pm Tues.
Oct. 14 Pendleton,
Oregon
8:00 am
4:00pm
Wed. Oct. 15
Clarkston, WA
10:00 am
5:00pm
Thu.
Oct. 16 Cruising the
Snake and Columbia Rivers
Fri.
Oct. 17 Longview/Rainer
12:00 pm
5:00pm
Sat.
Oct. 18 Astoria
9:00am
4:30pm Sun.
Oct. 19 Portland, Oregon
6:00 am
Sunday - October 12, 2008 - Portland, Oregon
If you've
dreamed of following in the wake of Lewis and Clark, here's your opportunity. Join
us as we embark with our own Corps of Discovery for an authentic American adventure.
Monday - October 13, 2008 - The Dalles, Hood River,
Columbia River Gorge
Enter the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and
experience nature's cathedral. You won't believe your eyes as you step out onto the
deck to view Multnomah Falls and soak up the glory that's all around. Towering
overhead are 4,000 foot-high cliffs and cascading down one granite face after another are
lacy waterfalls. Marvel at the impressive rise of Beacon Rock, the Gibraltar of the
West. Ashore, you'll visit the Columbia Gorge Discovery center. Additional
highlights? Transits of Bonneville, The Dalles, and John Day Locks.
Tuesday -
October 14, 2008 - Pendleton, Umatilla Landing, Columbia & Snake River Cruising
 Visit the
Pendleton Woolen Mill and take a Pendleton Underground Tour of a district that
boasts buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Also, the Tamastslikt
Cultural Center offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla
Walla tribes. It's a full day of adventure and you'll lock through McNary, Ice
Harbor, Lower Monumental, Little Goose and Lower Granite Locks.
Wednesday
- October 15, 2008 - Clarkston, Lewiston, Snake River Cruising
Panoramic vistas soothe mind and body as you follow the majestic Snake River along its
tumbling course to North America's deepest canyon. Here, you'll disembark for a
scenic jet boat ride through a rural section of the Snake River nested deep between the
jagged walls of North America's deepest gorge. Watch for wildlife like big horn
sheep, elk, and mule deer, and keep an eye on the sky for majestic eagles.
 Thursday -
October 16, 2008 - The Great River Cruising
Pull up a rocking chair and listen to the relaxing churn of the paddlewheel.
Today, your senses will be filled with the wide-open spaces that flank the river.
Against this ever-changing backdrop, the pleasures of your elegant cruise ship unfold.
Dine, dance, enjoy the camaraderie of your shipmates and surrender yourself to the
rejuvenating effect of total relaxation.
Friday -
October 17, 2008 - Rainier, Longview, Mount St. Helens, Columbia River Cruising
The contrast of nature's ability to create and destroy is an overriding theme of a day
tour to one of Mt. St. Helen's visitor centers. Back in 1980, the earth trembled as
the great mountain erupted in a huge cataclysm. Yet today, you can see signs that
nature is renewing itself. Back on your ship, let the day soak in as you celebrate
another festive evening on the river.
Saturday -
October 18, 2008 - Astoria, Lower Columbia River Cruising 
Astoria offers many points of historical interest. It marks the completion of
the Lewis and Clark quest and is the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies.
Enjoy its colorful attractions from Fort Clatsop and the Columbia River Maritime Museum to
the Coxcomb Hill viewpoint. Capture a photo at the Astoria Column, overlooking the
Pacific Ocean.
Sunday -
October 19, 2008 - Portland, Oregon
 After a
hearty breakfast, bid a fond farewell to your ship and disembark for your journey home.
You might want to spend an extra day in Portland, voted "Best Big City in America"!
You've become a member of the family--so stay in touch!
As part of
our private group you will enjoy two special private concerts by the
The Shaw Brothers and will join us at 2 private receptions
onboard ship.
The Shaw Brothers will NOT be playing to the public on the ship.
You must reserve through Traveling Troubadour to be a part of this private
group.
We
expect this unique group offering to sell out early. To avoid
disappointment,
please reserve today. A refundable deposit will hold your place until
at which time the final payment is due.
Call
(800) 584-6724
or (540)
887-8491
Or
Click here for pricing and reservations (printable version)
Reserve online here!
For more info on the
the Shaw Brothers click here!
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