This morning we are transported to the Charlotte airport for our flight to Salt Lake City. Once we collect our luggage and board the motorcoach we head north to Idaho. Just outside the city we stop to view the Great Salt Lake. Next we cross into Idaho and Pocatello, our home for the night.

We travel to Craters of the Moon National Monument. Huge lava spatter cones, lava tubes and natural bridges combine to form a strange other-worldly landscape. A bag lunch is provided today. We stop at Twin Falls Visitors Center to view the Perrine Memorial Bridge. The Perrine Bridge spans the majestic Snake River Canyon on the northern edge of Twin Falls. The bridge, 1,500 feet long, offers pedestrian walkways with views of the river, lakes, and waterfalls. The Snake River echoes with the thundering crash of Shoshone Falls, the “Niagara of the West.” White water plunges over 200 feet, bathing the area in a cool rainbow mist. Next, we visit the Snake River, where Evil Knievel jumped a rocket-powered motorcycle across the Snake River Canyon in 1974. We check into our hotel in Boise for a two night stay. (L)

This morning we begin an interesting tour of Boise, seeing what makes the city wonderful and unique. We visit the Old Idaho Penitentiary, which contains 19th-century prison cells and gallows. While we're here we'll take time to walk through the Idaho Botanical Gardens. We'll spend time at the Capital City Market; a haven for shoppers and great for people watching. This afternoon we visit JUMP to see the collection of vintage steam engines and tractors dating as far back as 1885. One of our last stops today will be the Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial. Dinner is included this evening. Get a good nights rest as our next two days are full of adventure. (D)

Excitement begins as we travel to Riggins for our half-day whitewater rafting adventure. We stop in McCall for lunch. Here, we view Payette Lake, a 5,330 acre expanse of clean, glacial water sitting at an elevation of about 5,000 feet in the mountains of Idaho. The adventure beings as we experience the rich culture of the Nimiipuu people and their life on the Salmon River. The river is the longest stretch of free flowing water in the lower 48 states. The scenery is spectacular. This is your chance to catch a glimpse of wildlife visiting the riverbeds. You will be acquainted with the beautiful canyons of the Salmon River. We disembark the River and travel to Lewiston, for a two night stay.

Today we visit Lewis & Clark Discovery Center, an outdoor interpretive plaza along the banks of the Snake River. The center includes educational displays, a gift shop and an original documentary film. Our adventure continues today! Be prepared for that occasional spray from the Snake River white water rapids as we explore Hells Canyon by jet boat. This is one of the most famous sections of any river in America. Our adventure features the canyon's history, geology, flora and fauna in addition to its beauty. Hells Canyon is North America's deepest gorge with walls and spires reaching heights of 9,393 feet that surpass even the Grand Canyon! Enjoy a picturesque lunch and stops along the shores during today's excursion. (L)

Traveling toward Coeur D' Alene we visit Old Mission State Park. The park is home to Mission of the Sacred Heart, one of the oldest buildings in Idaho. We continue to the mining town of Wallace, the world's largest silver producer and richest mining town in existence. The town is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Next, you'll have time to explore the town with its quaint, eclectic shopping. Next we tour the Sierra Silver Mine where you experience rock mining in the richest silver district on earth. We check into our hotel for the evening. (D)

We depart Coeur D'Alene and travel to Arbor Crest Estate, a crown jewel of the Inland Northwest, the winery offers stunning views and park-like grounds. We meet our stepon guide and stop at the Willow Pond Pottery and Herbs for a stroll through the fragrant gardens with the owners. In their century old barn, shop for handmade stoneware pottery and specialty teas made from their own herbs. Next, we visit Beck's Harvest House and Country Store. You may venture into the orchards, view the peach trees and try a “bend-over” peach. We arrive in Spokane and see beautiful mansions built by those who made their fortunes in silver. We enjoy our final lunch in the Glover Mansion. This classic home was built in 1888 for the Father of Spokane, James Glover. This afternoon we visit the majestic Saint John's Cathedral, said to be one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the Pacific Northwest. Discover Manito Park with its formal French Renaissance gardens. Perennial Gardens. Rose Gardens, authentic Japanese Gardens, and flower-filled Conservatory. We stop at Bing Crosby's childhood home to see the largest public collection of Crosby's memorabilia in the U.S. In beautiful Riverfront Park we take the SkyRide, offering spectacular views of Spokane Falls. We also ride on the historic Looff Carousel before our day comes to an end. (L)

What an amazing adventure we've had through the beautiful state of Idaho. We transfer to the Spokane airport for our flight home.