Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland, OR
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About This Tour in Portland
Why Visit Portland?
Portland, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Portland provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Portland
You can reach Portland, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Knowledgeable, local and friendly guide
- Transportation in a premium, high-roofed passenger van
- Live commentary throughout the tour
What's Not Included
- Gratuities- If you enjoy the tour and would like to tip your guide, a 20% gratuity is suggested
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Our central meeting location and pick up point! A beautiful, urban park in the middle of Downtown PortlandWe pick up at one of the corners of Director Park, located at the cross-streets of SW 9th Ave and SW Taylor St. The guide will aim to pull up in front of a restaurant called Pastini.
End Point
We pick up at one of the corners of Director Park, located at the cross-streets of SW 9th Ave and SW Taylor St. The guide will aim to pull up in front of a restaurant called Pastini.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Our central meeting location and pick up point 5 minutes
Our central meeting location and pick up point! A beautiful, urban park in the middle of Downtown Portland.
We will depart downtown Portland and drive east...
We will depart downtown Portland and drive east alongside the Columbia River to Troutdale, known as the Gateway to the Gorge! We will join the beautiful Historic Columbia River Highway, the first planned scenic roadway in the United States.
Typically, our first stop for the day is the Crown Point Vista House 15 minutes
Typically, our first stop for the day is the Crown Point Vista House. This famous overlook sits 733 feet above the Columbia River, atop the remains of a lava flow that swept through the Gorge around 14 to 17 million years ago! Here, we will find amazing 180-degree views of the Columbia River Gorge and explore the Vista House. An intricately designed observatory and museum, the Vista House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
From the Vista House, we will drive deeper... 20 minutes
From the Vista House, we will drive deeper into the Columbia River National Scenic Area. Our first waterfall for the day will be the dramatic Latourell Falls which plunges 249 feet over a massive wall of columnar basalt. Depending on the season, a short ¼-mile trail hike will be led to get a closer view of the falls.
The next waterfall we will visit will be the famed Multnomah Falls 40 minutes
The next waterfall we will visit will be the famed Multnomah Falls. Plummeting 620 feet in two major steps, Multnomah Falls is the highest waterfall in Oregon and second highest in the nation! Here, we can explore the Multnomah Falls Historic Lodge (a Cascadian style stone and timber lodge built in 1925) as well as the beautiful Multnomah Falls itself. The easily accessible viewing platform offers a full view of the Benson Bridge and cascading falls beyond it.
We will spend about 10 minutes enjoying this... 10 minutes
We will spend about 10 minutes enjoying this overlooked gem right off of the historic highway!
We end our tour back at Director Park,... 5 minutes
We end our tour back at Director Park, our central drop off location in the heart of Downtown Portland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
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