Portland is the largest city in Oregon and a major port in the Willamette Valley region of the Pacific Northwest, at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. Portland is known for its many parks, bridges, and bicycle paths. It is also a major center for the microbrewery industry, and is home to a number of coffeehouses and restaurants. The city has a thriving art, theater, and music scene.
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Part of the job of a travel agent is to save clients time and money. I looked through hundreds of tours and picked out the best tours to book in various categories that are both the best in quality and price.
Prices listed below are subject to change. Rates are typically discounted for larger groups and children, so use the links provided to see the exact cost for your specific scenario and book what is of interest to you.
Portland City Tour
Visit some of Portland's most popular attractions with this guided small-group tour. You'll stop at Voodoo Doughnut for a sweet snack and drive through the tree-filled Hoyt Arboretum. You'll also get to take in great views of the city from the historic Pittock Mansion and the fragrant International Rose Test Garden before making your way back to your hotel.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Everyday at 8:30am
Price
$67
Alternative
Soul of the City Walking Tour - $29 per person
Ghosts, Poltergeists, and Psychopaths Walking Tour - $30 per person
Parks, Plazas and Views - $65 per person
Portland Trolleybus Tour - $37 per person
Street Art of Portland Bike Tour - $38 per person
Aerial Tram and Rooftop Tour - $55 per person
Downtown Portland Airplane Tour - $99 per person
Multnomah Falls & Columbia River Gorge Tour
Located east of Portland, the Columbia River Gorge is home to rugged cliffs, and majestic waterfalls. On this convenient tour, travel outside the city to the gorge to see Multnomah Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the country. Depending on the season, see fish hatchery at Bonneville Hatchery and visit Latourell Falls.
Duration
4 hours
Availability
Everyday at 1pm
Price
$67
Alternative
Waterfall Trolley - Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - $29 per person
Columbia River Gorge Tour & Trolley City Tour - $99 per person
Mt. Hood/Gorge Waterfall Loop - $128 per person
Private Columbia Gorge Air Tour - $199 per trio
Coast Day Tour: Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock
Explore the beaches, marvel at the plants and animals, and behold the majesty of the rock formations along the Oregon Coast. Learn about the past, and taste the present with culture-related stops.
Duration
8.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 9am
Price
$117 per person
Alternative
Forest Park Urban Hiking Tour - $50 per person
Willamette River Dinner Cruise
Discover the wonders of Downtown Portland on this scenic 2.5 hour cruise. Enjoy a three-course dinner, then soak up the sights of the city as you listen to live piano music.
Duration
2.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 7pm
Price
$126 per person
Alternative
Heart of Portland Sightseeing Cruise - $50 per person
Bigfoot Adventure Jetboat Cruise - $82 per person
Lunch Cruise on Willamette River - $84 per person
Willamette River Champagne Brunch Cruise - $98 per person
Willamette Valley Wine Tour with Tastings
This wine tour of Oregon’s North Willamette Valley is sure to please even the most discerning palate. Wine tastings at 3 area wineries, accompanied by charcuterie tray, and a Tour Guide are included.
Duration
6.5 hours
Availability
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 12pm
Price
$165 per person
Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Combine a fun night out with ghostly tales of the city during this Portland Haunted History Pub Crawl Experience. This pub crawl takes you to multiple pubs, including Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub and Shanghai Tunnel Bar as you pass by city highlights such as the Benson Hotel. Hear spooky stories of ghosts and paranormal activity from your guide during the evening.
Duration
2 hours
Availability
Everyday at 5pm
Price
$35 per person
Alternative
Underground Shanghai Tunnel Tour with Beer Tasting - $40 per person
Eastside Craft Brewery Walking Tour - $59 per person
Portland Breweries By Bike and E-bike - $66 per person
Secret Food Tours
First, you´ll try a special Housemade Sausage, perfectly fried Egg, Parmesan and Pesto on a Crips Buttery Sourdough. Then, after a nice cultural walk, there is a delicious Secret Dish and, honestly, it’s just so good! Walk around the Pearl District and make sure you sample a locally brewed Beer & a Special Pretzel with a Dip. Switch scenarios, going towards an eclectic side of Downtown and resting in front of a Tonkotsu Ramen. You´ll try a unique local Simpsons Donut and then have a final chat in an old local cafe. At the end of your tour, you´ll have tasted some of city’s most delicious dishes and gained a better understanding of the local culture and history.
Duration
3.5 hours
Availability
Everyday at 11am
Price
$95 per person
Alternative
Sunrise, Doughnuts and Coffee on the Aerial Tram - $49 per person
Doughnuts and Coffee Bike Tour - $49 per person
Underground Donut Tour - $54 per person
Portland Ice Cream Tour - $55 per person
Food Carts of the Eastside Bike Tour - $75 per person
Portland Pizza Tour - $75 per person
iFLY Portland
Defy gravity in a state-of-the-art wind tunnel in Portland and feel the thrill of a simulated skydive. Free fall in safety and experience the rush of an indoor body flight.
Duration
1.5 hours
Availability
Wednesday - Sunday from 11am - 6:30pm
Price
$90 per person
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