Afternoon Half-Day Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland
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Afternoon Half-Day Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour from Portland

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Pass By: Columbia River Gorge, Hood River, OR 97031

Millions of years ago, during the formation of the Cascade Mountain Range, lava and other pyroclastic matter flowed west from what would be the Cascades all the way to the Pacific Ocean, creating a thick shell of basalt rock that covered Western Oregon. Then, during the Pleistocene Ice Age, roughly 15,000 years ago, water from the Lake Missoula Flood carved out the Columbia River Gorge as hundreds of cubic miles of water, ice, rock and mud rushed from present-day Montana to the Pacific Ocean. Explore the beauty of the canyon walls and rock formations, breathtaking waterfalls and awe-inspiring visas that make the Columbia River National Scenic Area one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon. Our enthusiastic guides will introduce you to the most amazing places in the Gorge, while providing a comprehensive narrative of this spectacular landscape and its transformative history.

Stop At: Vista House, 40700 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Corbett, OR 97019-9725

Perched atop one of the most panoramic overlooks in the Columbia River Gorge, Vista House provides an unrivaled, majestic view of the Gorge. Often referred to as “The Crown Jewel of the Columbia River Gorge,” Vista House was built between 1916 and 1918 as a memorial to Oregon pioneers, a scenic viewpoint, and a comfort station for those traveling on the newly constructed Historic Columbia River Highway. Built with expertly carved sandstone and stunning marble, then finished with bronze lining and amber-green opalescent art glass windows, Vista House and the view it offers are sure to amaze and inspire you.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Latourell Falls, Guy W. Talbot State Park., Corbett, OR

While at Latourell Falls You will be able to walk down the trail to the waterfall (approximately 1/4 mile) and get up close to the waterfall. This dazzling waterfall plunges 249 feet (76 m) over a massive wall of basalt and then rushes through the forest into the Columbia River. The falling water of Latourell is framed by some of the most perfect columnar basalt formations in the Pacific Northwest that are adorned with a large florescent patch of yellow lichen and shrouded in brilliant green flora. We’ll venture down to the punch-bowl pool below the falls, where you’ll hear the tremendous rush of water and feel the cool mist that it creates. You’ll easily realize why this special place is one of the most photographed waterfalls in Oregon.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Multnomah Falls, 53000 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Bridal Veil, OR 97010

You will have time to walk to Benson Bridge and take photographs and explore the area around Multnomah Falls. Fed by underground streams that originate miles above on Larch Mountain, this ancient 620 foot (189 m) waterfall is divided into two sections; the upper falls plummets an impressive 542 feet into a pool and again drops 69 feet to form a creek that runs into the Columbia River. Multnomah Falls is the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States and the highest in Oregon, and is Oregon’s number one natural attraction, drawing over 2.5 million visitors a year from around the world. At the base of the waterfall sits the Historic Multnomah Falls Lodge, a full-service day lodge complete with restaurant, gift shop, snack and espresso bar and interpretative center. Although much of the area surrounding Multnomah Falls was recently damaged by fire, you will be able to visit the lodge and experience the natural beauty of the waterfall.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge, Columbia Gorge, Hood River, OR

If time allows we will stop at this this waterfall (that really looks like a horse tail!) and you will be able to walk up to it for photographs and enjoy the spray from it on a hot summer day. Named for its characteristic form, Horsetail Falls plunges 176 feet within view of the Historic Columbia River Highway's "Waterfall Corridor".

Duration: 20 minutes

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Included
  • Hotel/port drop-off (select downtown Portland hotels)
  • Bottled water
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional local guide/driver
Not included
  • Food and drinks
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child Safety Seat Law Child passengers must be restrained in child safety seats until they weigh forty pounds or reach the upper weight limit for the car seat in use. Infants must ride rear-facing until they reach two years of age unless the child turned age one prior to May 26, 2017.
  • Booster Seat Law Children over forty pounds or who have reached the upper weight limit for their forward-facing car seat must use a child seat with harness or a booster to 4'9" tall or age eight and the adult belt fits correctly.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
65%
Reviews
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Eric James A
5 | 2019-09-26

I loved this tour. Aaron was a great guide and I enjoyed sitting in the front of the van with him, chatting about the waterfalls, Portland, and the state Oregon in general. He's a very cheerful, engaging, and knowledgeable guide. I learned a lot.

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kamelia
5 | 2019-09-17

If I could I would give it 6 stars! It was more than what we expected. The tour guide Steve was fabulous. He was so polite, kind and gave us lots of great information. We had no idea we were going to see so many beautiful waterfalls. The trip was honestly a perfect way to spend your afternoon if you are a visitor. You get to see so much. The only suggestions I have is to leave more time for Multnomah falls. Thank you Viator and Steve!!

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Thomas B
5 | 2019-09-13

We were able to see more attractions in our tour than we could possibly have see oreven found in the time spent with your tour. Kudos to our excellent host

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Abhijit M
5 | 2019-09-03

This was an amazing trip mostly because we got an amazing guide(Crystal).I would highly recommend the Columbia River Gorge and Multinomah Falls Trip.If you can,please take the Portland City tour in the morning from the same tour operator(Hub World) since they will put you on with same guide and coach for the entire day which really helps.As a note:Call them to confirm your pickup location.

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Joseph C
5 | 2019-08-19

Loved this tour. Beautiful scenery. Our guide Johnny was very friendly, informative and professional.

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Kristin H
5 | 2019-08-15

This tour is definitely worth it! Our tour guide shared lots of interesting facts about the areas we visited and gave us some great tips on other local attractions/restaurants to check out while we're in town. The falls we visited were breath taking! Absolutely must see if visiting Oregon.

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sljoinerventures
5 | 2019-08-07

Guide was knowledgeable, funny, and accommodating. Met some great people on this tour. Attractions were beyond expectations. Referred this tour to all of my teacher friends.

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Brian H
5 | 2019-07-30

My wife, daughter (college aged), and I really enjoyed our trip. Our guide, Denon, was excellent, attentive, knowledgeable. The tour operator picks up riders at hotels but we were staying at an Airbnb. The operator's customer service rep. took the time to find the nearest hotel to our Airbnb and sent a follow-up email with the address, which was less than a quarter mile from our place. We had perfect weather. The views were excellent.

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Jozef S
5 | 2019-07-03

Crystal was our tour guide and she was fantastic - very friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. We went to many beautiful places and had enough time to walk around and take lots of pictures. I highly recommend this tour.

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Luis A
5 | 2019-04-22

I really enjoy my experience, my wife and I had only a couple of days to visit Portland and this provided a good opportunity to do experience some of the Portland has to offer. The guide was extremely nice, helpful and informative.

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Sylvia D
5 | 2019-04-09

Our family half-day tour was wonderful and informative. Our family had limited time in Portland. This tour was perfect for our schedule. Excellent guide-knowledgeable, personable.

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Ethel W
5 | 2018-08-16

I had a great time! The tour guide is a great conversationalist and a safe driver. We visited several falls and the views are breathtaking. I just wish there was more time to stay at all of the sights. The times alloted went too fast. It was a great way to spend the afternoon.

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Stacy S
5 | 2018-08-08

Crystal was a terrific guide. She picked us up promptly and showed us several spectacular waterfalls. She knew a back way in to Bridal Veil Falls that avoided a hike that would have taken more time.

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rbader4990
5 | 2018-07-29

Evan, our tour guide was amazing! The falls were beautiful and enjoyed the short hikes out. Evan’s stories were interesting and entertaining!

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Kimberly M W
5 | 2018-07-23

We had a great time with Tom guiding us along the way, stopping at three beautiful waterfalls and another scenic overlook. Tom was extremely helpful, informative, and knowledgeable. Definitely the highlight of our trip to Portland!

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Robert Q
2 | 2018-07-22

Let me start by saying the tour of the Columbia River Gorge and the Mulknomah and Latourell Falls was great. A wonderful scenic experience, and Hub World Travel the tour operator delivered as described. The reason for the 2 stars is with the tour guide alone. We were on a 20 seat bus, and could not hear most of her commentary, even when requested to speak up. She left the Vista point over the Columbia River Gorge 5 minutes earlier that the stated depature time, leaving 3 tour participants behind. When we literally yelled at her that there were people missing as we left the parking lot, she didn't get off the bus or open the door to call for them. Fortunately, all three made their way back to the bus. Finally, at the end of the tour, confusion was the theme upon returning to Portland. She left about 1/2 of the people off, not where they had boarded, and told them a shutlle bus would take them back to their hotels. The tour bus, with her on it, left the folks on the street, and the shuttle bus drove past without stopping. Again, I enjoyed the tour, and the waterfalls. Had it not been for our tour guide, it would have been a five star review.

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bulmasan
5 | 2018-07-11

Although some areas were off-limits because of last year's fires, we saw some amazing waterfalls and had a lot of fun. I do wish I'd worn proper hiking boots instead of tennis shoes, though; a couple of the trails had loose dirt and gravel.

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Gurvinderpal S
5 | 2018-07-10

We booked half day waterfall tour . Our guide Eddy was extremely helpful and knowledgeable , took time to explain the history and why what exists. Highly recommend this tour for others worth the money.

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