Escape the city for half a day’and explore the scenic highlights of the popular Columbia River Gorge’on this private tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, set off in a luxury Mercedes, and head into nature. You’ll discover stretches of the 74-mile (119-kilometer) highway, and immerse yourself in the Pacific Northwest scenery. Discover waterfalls like Latourell Falls and Multnomah Falls, admire Beacon Rock, stop at scenic viewpoints, and more.
This tour takes all the hassle out of visiting the Columbia River Gorge
A private tour offers the most flexible, personalized sightseeing experience
Round-trip transit from central Portland via comfortable Mercedes van
Discover waterfalls, mountains, riverside scenery, and much more
What To Expect
Columbia River Highway
Your guide will drive you along segments of this stunning 74-mile (119 -km) highway that was inspired by the Axenstrasse in the Swiss Alps.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Sandy River
We’ll parallel the Sandy River while driving the western segment of the Columbia River Highway. The Sandy’s headwaters is a glacier on Mt. Hood, and the river is known for its Steelhead and Chinook runs. As a result, the Sandy is one of three tributaries of the Columbia who’s dams have been removed since 2007.
• Admission Ticket Free
Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint
Here’s your chance to capture the quintessential Gorge shot.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vista House
This 100-year-old ‘fanciest rest stop in the world’ sits atop a basalt point above the Columbia River, with a 360-degree balcony. The sandstone, limestone, and marble building includes historical interpretation and fancy restrooms.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Latourell Falls
A short walk from the vehicle reveals a 249-foot hanging waterfall adorned with fluorescent lichen and columnar basalt.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shepperd’s Dell State Natural Area
This delightful little cove provides for a hidden surprise and some remarkable pictures.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bridal Veil Falls State Park
An old logging ghost town dating to the 1880s, harboring a waterfall, an operating post office, and a circa-1920s B & B.
• Admission Ticket Free
Wahkeena Falls
A short switch-back trail through Hemlock and Doug-fir leads to a bridge at the base of the falls.
• Admission Ticket Free
Multnomah Falls
The tallest waterfall in the state, with a combined height of 620 feet.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Oneonta Gorge
A slot canyon created by a fault, with plants growing on the walls found nowhere else.
• Admission Ticket Free
Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge
Get some quirky photos at this quirky waterfall!
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Beacon Rock
View the fifth-largest free-standing monolith in the world, from a distance.
• Admission Ticket Free
Rooster Rock State Park
As we pass by, view the rock that inspired North America’s oldest continuously running nudist beach!
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
Not wheelchair accessible
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Include
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
PA system so people in back can hear their guide
Snacks
Gratuities