Witness the beauty of Mount Hood, explore Hood River Valley, and marvel at the Columbia Gorge on a full-day tour from Portland. Sample a diverse array of wines from a world-renowned growing region.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8.5 hours
- Starting time 9:00 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Your hotel or accommodation in Portland. Wait outside for a black Mercedes Sprinter.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Taste wine from the most diverse appellation in the USA
- Visit the historic Timberline Lodge on glorious Mount Hood
- Experience the majesty of the Columbia Gorge and its largest waterfall, Multnomah Falls
Full description
Enjoy a full-day tour to discover the beautiful landscapes of the wine-growing regions near Portland. After pickup at your accommodation, travel through the verdant landscape of Willamette Valley, known for its hazelnuts, berries, Christmas trees, and Pinot Noir wine. Stop at a donut shop in the town of Sandy for coffee and morning treats.
Continue to the foothills of the western Cascades and ascend to the treeline on Mount Hood, the highest peak in Oregon. Spend an hour at the historic Timberline Lodge, built by local artisans during the Great Depression. Explore the interpretive displays, go hiking, or play in the snow, even in summer.
Afterward, drive to Hood River Valley to arrive at the first winery on the tour. Eat a farm-to-table lunch while enjoying a wine tasting at a boutique vineyard with a view of Mount Hood. Learn about wine production in the region and visit 1 other winery in the Columbia Gorge or Columbia Valley areas.
Travel through the Columbia Gorge and admire the towering basalt cliffs, before stopping at Multnomah Falls. Explore the tallest waterfall in Oregon during the 30-minute stop, where you can walk up to the Benson Bridge, visit the interpretive center, or peruse the gift shop. Afterward, you’ll head back to Portland to be dropped off at your hotel.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting fees (generally waived with bottle purchases)
- Gratuities (always appreciated)
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Warm clothing
Know before you go
- Travelers must be 21 years or older to participate in wine tasting (ID card or passport required as proof of age)
- Wine tasting is not recommended during pregnancy
- Mount Hood can be cold, windy, and snowy. Dressing in layers is highly recommended
