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8 Nights - £4,250pp

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Tour Info
  • International Flights from UK
  • 1 night Portland
  • 7 nights Uncruise Columbia River Cruise
  • All Meals On Board
  • Daily Activities
  • ATOL Protection
  • Travel Trust Protection
  • Based on 2021 - 22 Prices

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Columbia River Cruise

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Columbia River Cruise

Hike dramatic landscapes, kayak through canyons, sample local wines, and raft the rapids on this adventurous Snake River and Columbia River cruise.

Tour and taste at a Walla Walla winery and sample local culinary delights at Walla Walla’s historic Gesa Power House Theater.

Enjoy a Deschutes River rafting trip and hikes at Tom McCall Nature Preserve, Multnomah Falls, Columbia Hills State Park, and Ft. Clatsop—a Lewis and Clark National Historical Park.

You can also Kayak, paddleboard, swim, and skiff.

You'll transit six locks and tour the Bonneville Dam Visitor Center and cruise through the heart of the Columbia River Gorge.

This USA holiday can be tailored to suit your exact requirements, so just let us know your ideal trip.

Everything can be adjusted to suit your needs and create your perfect USA holiday.

Inclusions

  • International flights from UK
  • 1-night hotel
  • 7-night Columbia River Cruise
  • Full Board on board
  • Port Charges
  • Airport Transfers
  • ATOL Protection
  • Travel Trust Protection

Accommodation

  • 1 night Portland
  • 7 night Uncruise Columbia River Cruise

Day 1: UK - Portland

Fly from the UK to Portland, Oregon.

On arrival in Portland you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel.

Overnight Portland.

Day 2: Portland - Embark

You will be collected from your hotel and transferred to your cruise for embarkation in the afternoon.

When it’s time to board the Wilderness Legacy, you’ll be welcomed with champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and views of the city—a perfect start to your adventure

Overnight On Board. Dinner is included today.

Day 3: Astoria - Ft. Clatsop - Lewis & Clark National Historical Park

Dock in charming, Victorian downtown Astoria, then you’re off to Ft. Clatsop, the winter fort of the 1804-1806 Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Check out the exhibits and follow trails to the replica fort or take a low- /no-elevation walk from the visitor center to view replica dugout canoes.

For a longer but easy hike, a one-mile trail along the Lewis and Clark River leads to an outdoor viewing area highlighting the landscape and stories described in the journals of Lewis & Clark.

Hard chargers can take a 7-mile, one-way hike on the Fort to Sea Trail through forest, fields, and dunes.

Whichever you opt for, everyone experiences Ft. Clatsop and beach walks.

Back downtown, explore on your own, walk the waterfront trail, and/or visit the Astoria Column.

Afterward, set sail upriver and see what delectable treats your chef and crew have in store for the evening—a nibble from a local harvest, a special pairing perhaps?

Overnight On Board.

Day 4: Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area - Hood River Valley

Gateway to the gorge. Slip through the Bonneville Dam locks, then head behind the scenes at the visitor center.

You’re in luck with a private tour of its massive turbines and fish ladders.

Take a walk on the wild side at Multnomah Falls—the tallest in the state. Snap a few photos before your next big adventure: a guided hike in the heart of the Columbia Gorge. Set out for a trek that gets your legs going while you soak in the lush fern-filled forest—Northwest adventure at its best.

Choose the low elevation option, or trek upward to a waterfall amidst towering trees. Back on board, your onboard sommelier has a “Best of Hood River Valley” wine tasting dialed in.

All you have to do is take a seat in the lounge—you’re in good hands.

Overnight On Board.

Day 5: Walla Walla Washington

Start the day cruising the famed Wallula Gap.

Today’s theme is all things Walla Walla including nibbles from visits with an olive oil maker, a local chocolatier, and makers of hand-cured meats and sauces.

For lunch, try culinary delights that are truly of the area at the historic Gesa Power House Theatre.

With local bites come local sips and time to stretch your legs.

Tour and taste at family-owned Dunham Cellars.

n historic downtown Walla Walla, visit multi-media artist Squire Broel’s studio and stroll downtown with your guides where boutique shops and over 30 tasting rooms await.

Bellies full, the afternoon is perfect for easy cruising in the most unique river system in the nation. Join your guides for interpretive presentations of a land rich in history.

Overnight On Board.

Day 6: Palouse River - Snake River

Wake up at the mouth of the Palouse River. The essentials of the day: kayaks, paddle boards, and swimsuits.

Bring your binocs, too! There’s the chance of an early morning skiff outing for some great birding—hawks and herons and grebes, oh my.

At the confluence of the Palouse and Snake rivers, your crew has everything set with a beach party at Lyons Ferry State Park—go for a long or short paddle and a swim.

Wind up the afternoon cruising one of the most scenic stretches of the Snake River.

Overnight On Board.

Day 7: Deschutes River

River play is on the agenda today—whichever option you pick, start with a shallow wet landing on the beach.

Choose whitewater with a Deschutes rafting adventure. Class II and III+ rapids come with names like Elevator and Surf City. Rafting guides provide the gear (including optional wetsuits) and expertise; your ship’s chef provides the picnic lunch.

Stick to dry land and visit Columbia Hills State Park on foot or, if weather permits, by skiff. Take a dip in a lazy section of the river, and let the sunshine dry you off after a swim.

Along the river’s edge, listen to the rustle of cottonwoods. Swap stories with your shipmates over sunset cocktails and appetizers.

Overnight On Board.

Day 8: Rowena Plateau - Columbia River Gorge

Lava flows, floods, and volcanic ash deposits shaped the Rowena—sheer cliffs, basalt landforms, wide-stretching plateaus.

At Rowena Overlook, it’s boots-on-the-ground exploration. Opt for a 2-mile round trip hike to the crest of Tom McCall Nature Preserve. Your reward: expansive views in every direction—including the river far below.

Or, choose the steeper, 3.6-mile round trip Tom McCall Point trail. On a cloudless day, your effort gaining 1,000 feet of elevation pays off with views of Mt. Adams, Mt. Hood, and the Columbia River GorgeOUS!

Cheers to adventure, wine, and your week aboard! Wrap it up cruising through the Columbia River Gorge and popping a few corks at the Farewell Dinner.

Overnight On Board.

Day 9: Portland – UK 

Depart your cruise and transfer to the airport for your overnight flight back to the UK.

If you wish to extend your stay in Oregon or add on a stopover in the USA, just let us know.

Day 10: Arrive UK 

Arrive back in the UK.

2021 Departure Dates:

04,11, 18, 25 Sep 2021

02, 09, 16, 23, 30 Oct 2021

8 nights Columbia River Cruise:

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