Columbia River Gorge: Waterfalls and Wine Tasting
4.9
20 Ratings
Bridal Veil
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Columbia River Gorge while exploring waterfalls and indulging in wine tasting. Join us on this full-day adventure just outside of Portland!
Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Multnomah Falls - Fed by underground streams that originate miles above on Larch Mountain, this ancient 620 foot (189 m) waterfall is divided into two sections; the upper falls plummets an impressive 542 feet into a pool and again drops 69 feet to form a creek that runs into the Columbia River. Multnomah Falls is the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States and the highest in Oregon, and is Oregon’s number one natural attraction, drawing over 2.5 million visitors a year from around the world. At the base of the waterfall sits the Historic Multnomah Falls Lodge, a full-service day lodge complete with restaurant, gift shop, snack and espresso bar and interpretative center.
  • Bonneville Fish Hatchery - Are you ready for a fin-tastic adventure? Take a stroll to the display ponds, where you can feed the rainbow trout while gazing at the majestic adult white sturgeon that are over 10 feet long! Just beyond the outdoor sturgeon pond lies a small white building, home to the Sturgeon Viewing Center, which was built back in 1998. Inside you’ll meet Herman, the granddaddy sturgeon who’s over 80 years old, 10 feet long, and weighs a whopping 500 pounds!
  • Hood River - We will visit 1 winery, tasting fees included after lunch on own.
  • Mt. Hood Winery - The Columbia Gorge Wine Region is home to more than 65 wineries, along a 40-mile stretch of the Columbia River. Although the Columbia River AVA encompasses both sides of the River in Oregon and Washington states, we’ll visit one select winery within the Hood River Valley region of Oregon. The winery that you will experience come from the following list of offerings: Phelps Creek Vineyards, Cathedral Ridge Winery, Marchesi Vineyards & Winery, Viento, Mt. Hood Winery, Stave & Stone, Cascade Cliffs Tasting Room, The Pines, Garnier, Hood Crest, and Wy’East vineyards.
  • Packer Orchards & Bakery - Spring & Summer only: Get your taste buds ready for a locally grown feast along the stunning “Fruit Loop” drive in Hood River County! This road trip takes you through the picturesque orchards, vineyards, and family farms of the valley. With a whopping 28 fruit stands along the way, you’ll have a ball picking from a variety of fresh fruits, veggies, flowers, homemade pies, jams, syrups, honey, ciders, and even handcrafted artisanal gifts. Did you know that Hood River County is the world’s top producer of Anjou pears and the largest pear-growing area in the US? But wait, there’s more! This region is also known for growing mouth-watering big tree fruits like apples, cherries, nectarines, and peaches. We’ll make a pit stop at a fruit stand like Packer Orchards & Bakery so you can sample and grab some of these farm-to-table goodies, and take a little piece of Oregon home with you.
  • Mount Hood - At 11,249 feet, Mt. Hood stands tall, flaunting its icy crown and boasting world-renowned ski areas.
  • Timberline Lodge - This architectural masterpiece has been wowing visitors for over 80 years, thanks to a little help from the WPA and President Franklin D. Roosevelt himself. The lodge’s interior is a wild-west wonderland, showcasing bold Art Deco designs that scream 1930s America. Think stone arches, wrought iron accents, and roaring fireplaces, all made with rough-cut stone. So, take a break from the slopes and snap some pics of the mountain, wander through the lodge, and savor a cup of the Snow-Capped Dream, the most decadent hot chocolate you’ll ever taste!
What's Included
  • Transport in a luxury Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
  • Tasting fees covered for two vineyards
  • Complimentary bottled water provided
  • Convenient pick-up and drop-off at Downtown Portland hotels
  • Guided by an expert local guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a full day journey to explore the prime sites of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, situated on the outskirts of Portland. Beginning your day, absorb magnificent vistas from Portland Women’s Forum and Vista House, followed by marvelling at the grandeur of waterfalls such as Multnomah Falls and Latourell Falls. For your midday meal, lose yourself in the quaint downtown Hood River, which boasts heritage buildings hosting an array of boutiques, designer outlets, outdoor gear stores, antique shops, art studios, and over 30 dining places. In the later part of the day, relish a visit to two vineyard estates in the Columbia Gorge AVA, a huge part of the attraction is the mesmerizing landscape which doubles up as an esteemed wine region. Differentiating itself from Oregon’s colder, western regions, wines of this area tend to be more mature, possessing higher acidity and structure than is usually found in the hotter, eastern AVAs. Experience the exquisite scenery and fine wines of the Columbia River Gorge with this day trip from Portland.

  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative tour or full refund of purchased tour.
  • Not wheelchair accessible uneven surfaces
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants or small children must be in car seat or booster seat (not provided by company)
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years ** Must show ID of age
  • Minimum age is 21 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour does operate in rainy weather.
Location
Multnomah Falls
53000 E Historic Columbia River Hwy
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lisa_h
Jun 8, 2024
Diverse tour seeing major sites - Beautiful day with excellent tour guide, Jay. Saw the falls and walked up to the bridge; visited Mt Hood winery and enjoyed a wine tasting while sitting in chairs facing Mt Hood; and visited the lodge on Mt Hood. Also made several other scenic stops and had lunch in downtown Mt Hood. A full day seeing the key sites. A must-do. Good value for your $.
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Susan_a
Jun 3, 2024
Best Scenic Tour - John was extremely knowledgeable and passionate in bringing the history to life. Although it was overcast and rainy, it was just a different experience. Highly recommend.
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Sofiya_m
May 27, 2024
Awesome tour with an amazing guide - All the stops were great. The tour guide Angela provides a ton of good info, even beyond the scope of the tour
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Daniel_r
May 6, 2024
Great tour - John was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. He managed everything well. Thanks!
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Carina_d
Apr 26, 2024
Great Tour experience with our Tour guide Mr Jay Anderson - We had a great time and very happy tour experience with Mr Jay Anderson (highly recommended) will definitely come back here along with whole family!
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Jasmine_d
Apr 21, 2024
Awesome - The entire experience was awesome. The tour guide and the other attendees made my first time in Portland, Oregon great!!
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Lightpacker626284
Apr 14, 2024
Great experience - Pickup was in time, our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, the weather was great, the sights were amazing- really good day!
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Kate_z
Apr 6, 2024
A great Portland experience - John was a great guide. Very knowledgeable, thoughtful and quirky. Environmental knowledge and good recommendations throughout the day.
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Ilianaramirez
May 10, 2023
Awesome wine - Awesome tour guide and a fun group! The wine was goid and the views only git better and better! Friendly tour guide and group overall makes a difference!
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Minimemo01
Mar 14, 2024
A Weather-Filled Adventure - We booked the tour at the last minute, and they were very accommodating. Phil was very informative. Overall, the experience was great. Unfortunately, we couldn’t see Mt. Hood due to the weather, but it was amazing to experience cloudy, rainy, sunny, and snowy weather all in one day.
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