Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mt Hood Tour from Portland, OR
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Portland, USA
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience the unrivaled beauty of the Columbia River Gorge, Cascade Mountain Range, and Mount Hood—and see them all in one hassle-free, time-saving excursion—on this full-day tour from Portland. In the comfort of a luxury vehicle, travel with just your guide and a small group for company. Enjoy a guided tour of the Gorge’s top destinations, including Vista House, Multnomah Falls, Timberline Lodge, Hood River, and more.
- Check off two of Oregon's top scenic attractions in a single tour
- Round-trip transit from Portland via premium passenger van
- Your guide's in-depth narration brings the area's stories to life
- Enjoy an intimate, small-group tour of 12 people maximum
What's Included
- Transportation in a premium, high-roofed passenger van
- Knowledgeable, local and friendly guide
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary throughout the tour
- Lunch
- Gratuity (we recommend 20% for your guide, if you enjoyed the tour)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 900 SW Taylor St, Portland, OR 97205, USA
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.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
In the morning, meet your guide and small group at the centrally located Director Park, and depart downtown Portland.
Head first to the charming town of Troutdale, known as the Gateway to the Gorge. Stop at Vista House at Crown Point, which offers museum exhibits and dramatic panoramic views overlooking the Columbia River Gorge.
Next, discover two of the Gorge’s most striking waterfalls, Latourell Falls and Multnomah Falls. Visit the classic Multnomah Falls Historic Lodge and stretch your legs with a short hike to the falls’ prime viewpoint, Benson Bridge.
Head to Hood River, a picturesque valley town renowned as a prime destination for wind sports. Enjoy free time for lunch (own expense), followed by a scenic drive into Mt. Hood National Forest. Head to the Timberline Lodge, which offers impressive views of the the surrounding Cascade Mountain Range.
Finally, after a full day out, return to your original Portland departure point.
Head first to the charming town of Troutdale, known as the Gateway to the Gorge. Stop at Vista House at Crown Point, which offers museum exhibits and dramatic panoramic views overlooking the Columbia River Gorge.
Next, discover two of the Gorge’s most striking waterfalls, Latourell Falls and Multnomah Falls. Visit the classic Multnomah Falls Historic Lodge and stretch your legs with a short hike to the falls’ prime viewpoint, Benson Bridge.
Head to Hood River, a picturesque valley town renowned as a prime destination for wind sports. Enjoy free time for lunch (own expense), followed by a scenic drive into Mt. Hood National Forest. Head to the Timberline Lodge, which offers impressive views of the the surrounding Cascade Mountain Range.
Finally, after a full day out, return to your original Portland departure point.
1
Director Park
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (Pass By)
2
Vista House
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Latourell Falls
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Multnomah Falls
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Hood River
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Hood National Forest (Pass By)
6
Mount Hood
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Timberline Lodge
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Director Park
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Dress in layers as you travel though varied climates
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Ravibrammer
Enjoyed all the stops - learnt a lot about each location - history - a lot about Portland and Pacific north west. Our guide Dominique was magnificent and very knowledgeable- friendly - and gave us ample time to enjoy the sights
The air conditioned van was comfortable and she also gave us plenty of water to stay hydrated. Really appreciated her doing that since it was very hot. She is an amazing tour guide and we were lucky to have her on this tour, I highly recommend the tour to others
Reviews
4.9
based on 618 reviews
Thomas_S, Jun 2026
Our guide, Norther, gave us a wonderful running commentary on the communities, history, agriculture, geology, flora and fauna of all the areas through which we travelled. Our bus was clean and very new. She kept to the schedule and gave us plenty of time at the various sites of interest. I really couldn’t ask for better.
Jessica_E, Jun 2026
We had such a wonderful experience. Our guide was amazing and so helpful. Trying to help us get the best experience and went the extra mile to help us get special pictures. The van was new and comfortable. Cold water furnished. Neat little side stops to experience the culture.
Highly recommend this company for a wonderful time and well worth the $!!
Lisa_H, Jun 2026
Fabulous trip, Mark was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Pointed out numerous things and even helped with restaurant recommendations. The tour was stunning and I would highly recommend it.
Jalisa_R, Jun 2026
Andy was the best tour guide! He is a manager that filled in for a guide. I am glad that he was the filler because we had an excellent experience. He was very knowledgeable and there were no dull moments. I learned so much on this tour. The destinations were beautiful and I have great pictures and memories. I highly recommend this tour and I recommend requesting Andy to come out of the office.
Gabriel_O, Jun 2026
Informative tour guide and considerate itinerary. We saw several waterfalls and checked out Mt. Hood.
Joanna_G, Jun 2026
No need for any hiking gear/shoes; just comfortable layers for cooler morning stops and sun protection. Friendly tour guides knowledgeably answered questions without forcing factoids down your throat. Comfortable van, plenty of restroom breaks, beautiful views, cold water, smooth trip all around.
James_P, May 2026
It's a great way to explore the Columbia Gorge scenic area and Mount Hood if you've never visited there.
Ravishankar_K, May 2026
It was very good trip, I recommend to everyone. The guide was very insightful, The experience is top-notch
Huizhe_Z, May 2026
It was a fantastic tour, I saw everything within a short amount of time.
Do not hesitate to book! You will get to climb a volcano, see waterfalls, and 1 hour opportunity to eat lunch in a small town.
YIUTING_L, May 2026
It was super fun the entire day! From the moment we left Portland, everything was well-organized and enjoyable.
Our tour guide Aaron was fantastic, super knowledgeable and passionate about the area. He shared so many interesting facts and stories about the waterfalls, the history of the gorge, and Mt. Hood that made the experience so much richer. He was also really friendly and made sure everyone was having a good time. The scenery was stunning and it felt so peaceful and exciting at the same time. The whole trip was a great mix of adventure, nature, and relaxation. If you’re in Portland, this tour is a MUST-DO! I had such a great time and would definitely go again. One of the best experiences I’ve had in Portland!!
Christina_K, May 2026
Great group size, comfortable van, friendly and informative guide (Mark), terrific stops, very enjoyable tour
Anonymous, May 2026
Patrick was an extremely knowledgeable and fun Guide who made us all feel comfortable. I had a great time despite the trip up the mountain being snowed out.
Gopi, May 2026
Natural scenery, a lot of history. Big Columbia River gorge. Good town of Hood River. The Mount Hood area was scenic and magnificent. Unfortunately, the weather was not cooperative today.
Nicole_D, May 2026
Just have a nice trip with Patrick. He is very thoughtful and knowledgeable. The waterfall and mt hood are gorgeous. He knows where is a good place for photos.
Megan_L, May 2026
This tour was fantastic, our tour guide David was incredibly knowledgeable and made the trip fun. This is a must-do tour for anyone that wants to see more of the Oregon wilderness. We learned about the history of the area, local plant life and local lore!
Cyndy_K, May 2026
Be prepared to learn a LOT!! When going to Timberline lodge, skip the “new” lodge. Not really worth your time. Enjoy sitting outside looking at beautiful Mt Hood or admiring the original lodge
Brent_B, Apr 2026
Fantastic experience overall. Covered a lot of ground and got some truly great views/pictures of waterfalls.
Utpal_S, Apr 2026
Guide was very knowledgeable.explained every small details of the tour site .very patient & smiling
Perfect
Aristotle_D, Apr 2026
I was kind of hesitant about taking this tour but Wow!
Great choice of stops. Mt Hood was a sight you can miss just WOW!! Aaron our tour guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job. Props to him.
Highly recommended...
Jessica_S, Apr 2026
We had a great experience with Patrick today exploring waterfalls and Mt Hood. We would definitely book another tour with him again
Joan_O, Oct 2025
The stops and scenery were beautiful and our tour driver was very knowledgeable about the various locales.
GL_H, Oct 2025
The sites are beautiful. Nico our guide was absolutely amazing and so knowledgeable of the area. The breathtaking waterfalls to climbing part of Mt. Hood couldn’t have asked for a better adventure!
Sara_J, Oct 2025
Absolutely brilliant tour, only 5 of us on the tour as the firm ran 2 buses rather than squash too many people in the transport.
Long enough at every stop. The driver was informative and amusing.
Marianne_K, Oct 2025
The incredible Oregon scenery was made even better by our VERY knowledgeable guide, Norther. She was great fun and made the experience stellar!
Lisa_H, Oct 2025
Portland is a very beautiful city. This AWESOME the tour guide, entire tour was wonderful. The Tour Guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and compassionate.
Ian_T, Oct 2025
A decent tour topped off by a marvellous hostess - perfect guide
I suspect it would be 4* without the guides chat and warm personality
Allyson_H, Oct 2025
Daniel was an excellent guide, friendly and good at conversation. The weather was spectacular, which enhanced the amazing views of the waterfalls and mountains. Truly a one of a kind experience.
Sigridur_H, Oct 2025
This was a lovely way to explore the Colombia River Gorge for the short stay we had. Nico was a wonderful guide, we enjoyed his company and knowledge. Would highly recommend.
Thomas_S, Sep 2025
David was excellent gave tons of info and really took some great pictures for us each fall was more beautiful than the the last and mt hood was picturesque
Emmett_H, Sep 2025
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.
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