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Afternoon Tour in Columbia Gorge Waterfall with Free Wine Tasting
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About
The Columbia Gorge NSA features waterfalls, mountains, monoliths, terraces, resort towns, vineyards, orchards, and The River, harboring a plethora of fish and birds, and unique plants and invertebrates. In the early 1900s, Portlanders would drive their Model T cars along the Columbia River Highway to gaze at waterfalls. There is said to be over 4000 waterfalls; many are hidden away, but many are just a short hike off the Historic Highway. On this afternoon half-day tour you'll make new friends while exploring "waterfall alley", including views of the Vista House and a stop at Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in Oregon and most visited site in the Pacific Northwest. Your expert guide wi...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
PA system so people in back can hear their guide
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission - Multnomah Falls
Wine Tasting Fees at 1 vineyard
Gratuity (always appreciated)
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Afternoon Tour in Columbia Gorge Waterfall with Free Wine Tasting
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About
The Columbia Gorge NSA features waterfalls, mountains, monoliths, terraces, resort towns, vineyards, orchards, and The River, harboring a plethora of fish and birds, and unique plants and invertebrates. In the early 1900s, Portlanders would drive their Model T cars along the Columbia River Highway to gaze at waterfalls. There is said to be over 4000 waterfalls; many are hidden away, but many are just a short hike off the Historic Highway. On this afternoon half-day tour you'll make new friends while exploring "waterfall alley", including views of the Vista House and a stop at Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in Oregon and most visited site in the Pacific Northwest. Your expert guide wi...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Bottled water
PA system so people in back can hear their guide
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission - Multnomah Falls
Wine Tasting Fees at 1 vineyard
Gratuity (always appreciated)
Itinerary
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Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
On the eastern edge of the Portland Metro Area is the western edge of the beautiful 85-mile long Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.
1 hour and 35 minutes
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Columbia River Highway
Your guide will drive you along segments of this stunning 74-mile (119 -km) highway that was inspired by the Axenstrasse in the Swiss Alps.
1 hour
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Sandy River
We'll parallel the Sandy River while driving the western segment of the Columbia River Highway. The Sandy's headwaters is a glacier on Mt. Hood, and the river is known for its Steelhead and Chinook runs. As a result, the Sandy is one of three tributaries of the Columbia who's dams have been removed since 2007.
4
Portland Women's Forum State Scenic Viewpoint
Here's your chance to capture the quintessential Gorge shot.
10 minutes
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Vista House
This 100-year-old 'fanciest rest stop in the world' sits atop a basalt point above the Columbia River, with a 360-degree balcony. The sandstone, limestone, and marble building includes historical interpretation and fancy restrooms.
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Latourell Falls
A short walk from the vehicle reveals a 249-foot hanging waterfall adorned with fluorescent lichen and columnar basalt.
15 minutes
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Shepperd's Dell State Natural Area
This delightful little cove provides for a hidden surprise and some remarkable pictures.
8
Bridal Veil Falls State Park
An old logging ghost town dating to the 1880s, harboring a waterfall, an operating post office, and a circa-1920s B & B.
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Wahkeena Falls
A short switch-back trail through Hemlock and Doug-fir leads to a bridge at the base of the falls.
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Multnomah Falls
The tallest waterfall in the state, with a combined height of 620 feet.
20 minutes
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Oneonta Gorge
A slot canyon created by a fault, with plants growing on the walls found nowhere else.
12
Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge
Get some quirky photos at this quirky waterfall!
10 minutes
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Beacon Rock
View the fifth-largest free-standing monolith in the world, from a distance.
14
Elowah Falls
This 1.5-mile (2.4-km) roundtrip hike will take you to the base of Elowah Falls, providing sunning views of Beacon Rock across the Columbia River along the way.
15
Bonneville Lock & Dam
Another National Historic Landmark, Bonneville Dam was the first Public Works Administration dam on the Columbia River, completed in 1938.
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Bonneville Hatchery
Largest hatchery in the state of Oregon.
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Bridge of the Gods
Columbia River crossing for the Pacific Crest Trail, and lowest point on that trail. Named for a Native American legend that explains the local geology.
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Phelps Creek Vineyards
Located in the stunning Columbia Gorge. Tasting fees included.
1 hour
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Rooster Rock State Park
As we pass by, view the rock that inspired North America's oldest continuously running nudist beach!
