USA · PORTLAND TOURS
Good portland tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Half-day guided van hike from Portland to Multnomah Falls and more in the Columbia River Gorge, with Vista House and Bridal Veil.
“Definitely wear layers and a raincoat, be prepared for a nice little hike, nice pictures, refreshing experience”
Car-free half-day Columbia River Gorge waterfalls tour from Portland with Vista House, Latourell, Multnomah, and Horsetail in a small-group van.
“Aaron was an amazing guide! He was so knowledgeable and personable. His knowledge of the history and plant life here in incredible. The waterfall views were amazing and you could get extremely close. I highly recommend this tour!”
Morning guided tour from Portland to Multnomah, Latourell, Wahkeena, Vista House and Horsetail Falls along the Columbia River Gorge.
“Loved the views and the informative commentary of history and waterfalls. Appreciated the close drop-off and pickup in relation to each stop.”
Guided Oregon Coast day trip from Portland to Cannon Beach, Haystack Rock, Ecola State Park, and more. Small group, naturalist guide, tickets included.
“Jonas our awesome tour guide!! Ecola Park was closed, so he had Plan B!! Took us to the infamous Haystack, Cannon Beach was AMAZING, saw some elk, stopped for lunch( we had chowder bowl), saw a little bit of heaven on earth where the Pacific Ocean meets the sky!! The crisp ocean air, the rainforest, the wildlife and nature surrounding us was so therapeutic and peaceful!!!! Wonder- filled trip of a lifetime in Oregon!!!”
Portland to Mt Hood day trip with Multnomah Falls, Vista House, Rowena Crest, Hood River lunch, and Timberline Lodge on a small-group van tour.
“Wonderful day trip with Rob! The itinerary was great and we had some extra time so he added in some extra sights. He is extremely knowledgeable about the area and made the tour very customer focused.”
Full-day Gorge waterfalls and Mt Hood views from Portland, with Vista House, Latourell, Multnomah Falls, Hood River, and Timberline Lodge.
“A great trip that covered a lot of ground. Our guide, Dominque, was excellent. She has a wealth of knowledge of the places we traveled to.”
Portland donut lovers tour with tastings at local shops and Voodoo Doughnut, plus quick downtown photo and museum stops. English.
“Guide was informative and engaging! Donuts were all different and delicious. Enjoyable way to see the downtown area, get some history and exercise at the same time.”
Small-group Willamette Valley wine tour from Portland with pickup, lunch at a winery, and tastings at three wineries. Tastings cost extra.
“Kevin was very informative and kind! He was a safe driver and was always punctual. The three wine tastings were relaxing and educational.”
A small-group, 2-hour Portland walking tour with story-led stops from Lobsterman Park through Old Port, ending with a sweet treat.
“This was an amazing experience our guide Tyler was so well read and obviously has a deep passion for history. He was a story teller who studies his craft through podcasts and avid reading so he can share unique historical facts about Portland. He has an amazing ability to draw you in to his narrative so you feel like you have been taken back in time! I would highly recommend this tour!”
2.5-hour Willamette River dinner cruise in Portland with live piano, 3-course Pacific Northwest meal, and city bridge views at dusk.
“Treated like royalty, great ambience, delicious food. Will plan for luncheon cruise next time. …….,,”
Half-day small-group tour from Portland to Multnomah Falls and Vista House, plus Latourell Falls, with hotel pickup and free entry.
“Amazing breathtaking tour. The weather didn’t want to cooperate but breathtaking views of the falls nonetheless. Thanks Jay for making this experience memorable.”
Portland hotel pickup to Cannon Beach, Haystack Rock, and Oswald West forests. Small-group stops with tidepools and Camp 18 history.
“Beautiful and informative trip. Unfortunately the day was very hot and the AC in the back of the van was not working.”
Cruise Portland by bike on a 2-hour route with river views, Park Blocks, Powell’s, and the Pearl District, with e-bike options.
“It was a nice paced informative bike tour. Bike was nice and in good shape, with clean helmet. Tour guide new his stuff. Great way to see the city.”
One long day linking Portland neighborhoods with Columbia Gorge waterfalls, with hotel pickup, a small-group guide, and major viewpoints.
“Our tour guide John was very friendly & helpful & a wealth of information! The tour was very interesting!”
Portland’s Shanghai Tunnels tour with ghost Nina, dark 1800s stories, and 3 beer tastings plus a pint from Old Town Brewing.
“It was fun. The restaurant associated with the tour had great pizza. It wasn't as much of a series of tunnels as the remaining area of the original tunnels under that building, but it was still fun. Katelyn did a great job.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
