From Portland: Columbia Gorge Hike and Winery Lunch
ID: GYG328826-583811
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Experience the majesty, learn the history, and taste the wine of the Columbia Gorge region, on a tour from Portland. Spend the morning hiking this stunning landscape, before tasting its amazingly varied wines.
Hike the forests and steppes of the Columbia Gorge, discover the natural and cultural history of the area, and get intimate with the most climatically diverse wine region in the USA on this small-group tour. Together with the other members of your group, learn about the history, terroir, and character of Columbia Gorge wine from your wine industry-honed interpretive guide. This day trip is a customized tour of up to 15 km of hiking, depending on the physicality of the group, 2 tasting room visits, and a visit to the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum.
In the morning, travel east of Portland as your guide takes you through the dramatic cliffs, terraces, and monoliths of the Columbia Gorge, a sea-level passage through the Cascades, containing the highest density of hanging waterfalls in the world. Stop at a fruit stand or fish stand for a bite to eat if you wish.
After spending the morning hiking this sublime landscape, stop for lunch at a boutique winery, where you can taste wine in a historic building with a fascinating story. After lunch, visit the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum, where you can peruse the interpretive displays for more in-depth information on the natural and cultural history of the Columbia Gorge. Afterward, wander through the valleys, terraces, and synclines of the Columbia Gorge wine region, passing through charming little villages, while making another stop at a unique winery. Finally, head back to Portland and get dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Marvel at the views of this intoxicating landscape
- Learn about the natural and cultural history of the area at your lunch stop
- Sample wines originating from European traditions
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• 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
• This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress in layers
• The vehicle features sneeze guards between each row
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Unless a rental is being used, look for a black Mercedes Sprinter
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
