Itineraries

Portland is the perfect destination for travelers wanting to experience the best the Northwest has to offer. Everything is within a short reach. The following sample itinerary ideas offer ideas of what there is to do in the Portland area. More detailed information can be obtained by calling one of our Travel Industry Sales Managers.

Everything is Coming Up Roses

Portland City Tour

Portland, otherwise known as the "City of Roses," has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with cosmopolitan amenities. Set against the backdrop of majestic Mount Hood, Portland boasts unique tourist activities, a vibrant downtown city core and a thriving arts and cultural community. This city tour lets you see it all.

The Asian American Experience in Oregon

Asians were among the area's first settlers, and Oregon's Asian American community has helped shape the history of Portland and the state. Today, several remarkable testaments to Asian Americans' contributions to the community are visible; this tour helps visitors interpret and understand these legacies.

Oregon Harvest

This is what the pioneers dreamed of: a fertile land that produced bountiful fruits and vegetables. See the bounty of Oregon as it is harvested - from grapes to filberts, apples to salmon - and enjoy the spectacular fall foliage that shimmers in the warm autumn sun. Come experience the wonderful offerings that make Oregon so special, and enjoy the vivid fall colors splashed around the countryside.

Holly Days are Here Again

Oregon is a hot new destination during the holiday season. Winter weather rarely reaches the chilly mark, and many visitors find the area's exciting holiday events an exceptionally warm experience. And, of course, wouldn't it be interesting to see where all those Christmas trees are grown?

Discovery and Exploration of America

An Oregon history tour that includes the Oregon Trail and the Lewis and Clark Trail

From the time that Captains Meriwether Lewis and William Clark embarked on their heroic expedition into the Western frontier, to the arrival of pioneers' wagons along the Oregon Trail, the state's history is a remarkable one. This itinerary includes stops at interpretive centers and historic sites along the explorers' routes.

Thanks a Latte

Hip, Portland-style

First-time visitors to the Pacific Northwest might not immediately capture the essence of the city and region. So we've taken the liberty of providing you a local's perspective on what's cool and hip in Portland. This itinerary includes microbreweries, wineries, superb restaurants, unique stores, shopping areas, bookstores, coffee shops and galleries.

Comin' Around the Mountain

With spectacular Mount Hood dominating Portland's skyline, there's only one thing to do: Go check it out. And the best way is to go through the unparalleled Columbia River Gorge, located about 30 minutes from downtown. The Gorge (local slang) is a volcanic basalt chasm carved by the mighty Columbia River, and it features steep, dark cliffs flanked by spectacular plunging waterfalls. (Did we forget to mention the incredible views?) Then, after climbing out of the Hood River valley and orchards, you'll see Mount Hood rising above the other mountains. Have you played in the snow yet? Well, get going.

Making Waves to the Beach

Equally incredible, the scenic Oregon Coast beckons only 90 minutes away. Dotted by lighthouses, charming communities and wildlife viewing, the coast is a quick daytrip from Portland, and you're guaranteed to come back with great memories.

The Grape Escape

Fact: There are wineries all around the United States. Relatively unknown fact: Oregon's wineries rate as some of the best in the world. Plus, they provide incredible views of the scenic wine country. Visiting Portland-area wineries - where you'll still see the winery owner behind the tasting-room counter - is a perfect way to spend the day. All are within an hour of downtown.

Roses are Red, Tulips are too...

Oregon is home to many of the nation's top nurseries and flower producers, and spring is the ideal time to witness this annual explosion of color. The Willamette Valley is particularly riotous, with tulip, daffodil, iris, daylily and rhododendron farms and gardens brightening the landscape. This tour - which gently weaves in these amazing, delightful stops - will make you want to take up gardening, if you haven't already.

Best of Oregon and Washington

Between the two states, you have a complete vacation! From Seattle's Space Needle to Portland's Saturday Market, from the charming Bavarian village of Leavenworth to unspoiled coastlines and tranquil lakes, this itinerary offers the best of the Pacific Northwest.

West Coast Wonders

Imagine taking in the three of the West Coast's biggest cities - Seattle, Portland and San Francisco - plus all of the spectacular scenery in between. This itinerary superbly takes visitors through the regions, and one can gradually notice the subtle differences between the areas, while having the experience of a lifetime.