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WMA-Vancouver Tour

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Dates: October 18, 2010 Time: 12pm – 5pm Group: Western Museums Association Discover Oregon/Washington! A leader in Portland tourism, America’s Hub World Tours specializes in local area tours and facilitating all aspects of the travel itinerary. Friendly and professional tour guides will provide for a fun and informative excursion to the area’s best attractions. WMA-Fort Vancouver & MuseumsTour This tour will take you behind the scenes at Clark County Historical Museum and Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Clark County Historical Museum The Clark County Historical Society opened the Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) on May 24, 1964 inside Vancouver’s 1909 Carnegie Library. The museum building, listed on the National Historic Register of Places, is owned and maintained by the City of Vancouver. The Clark County Historical Society is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of the cultural history of Clark County and the Pacific Northwest, and to sponsoring educational programs and exhibits for the enrichment of all members of the public. Fort Vancouver Cultural Resources and Interpretive staff will guide participants around Fort Vancouver, Pearson Air Museum, and, weather permitting, the Fort’s newly reconstructed employee village. Select artifacts from our museum collection and from recent excavations will be on display during a behind-the scenes tour. Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is considered the premier historic archaeology site in the Pacific Northwest. The site’s unparalleled museum collection reflects this status; the park’s two million artifacts span American Indian, fur trade, and early military periods, and chronicle the region’s development from stone tool technology to modern industrial over the last two centuries. The multicultural nature of the settlement is also reflected in the artifact collection, which highlights both the global trade networks on which it depended and the locally made articles that made the post sustainable. The archaeological resources are often the primary data used by the National Park Service for reconstructing and interpreting the site. 11:50 am Arrive Double Tree Hotel 12:00 pm Depart ure 12:20pm Arrive at Fort Vancouver 2:00pm Departure 2:15pm Clark County Historical Museum 4:15pm Departure 4:45pm Arrive at Double Tree Hotel in Portland Pricing information **Does not include admission fees to Museums.

Fermenters International Trade Association Portland City/ Mt. Angel/Silver Falls/Oregon Hop Yards

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Welcome to Portland! Fermenters International Trade Association Portland City / Mt. Angel / Silver Falls / Oregon Hop Yards Tour Highlights Our guided tour will start the Portland City Tour, which introduces you to the City of Roses, guiding you popular and lesser known sites, with discussions of current events and local history. This tour includes the Pittock Mansion and the Portland Test Rose Garden. We will continue to Mt. Angel which is located 18 miles northeast of Salem. Founded in the late 1800s by German settlers, this town has an Old World flavor which is heightened by the many Bavarian style storefronts and the beautiful Benedictine Abbey. We will enjoy lunch in Mt. Angel. There you will have the opportunity to walk around and enjoy the historical district. The tour continues with a drive to Silver Falls. The Canyon Trail is a nationally recognized trail system that leads hikers along the banks of the north and south forks of Silver Creek. The park includes 10 majestic waterfalls. Our last stop before returning to Portland is in Hubbard, Oregon. Oregon is the second largest hop producer in the United States, and we'll tour the fields and properties of this important agricultural region. Schedule: 9:00am Departure: Meet & Greet in hotel lobby for transportation 9:00am - 9:15am Pioneer Square Pioneer Square is known locally as Portland’s "living room". With its central location and convergence of transit options, it is a popular meeting spot. History: First owner purchased the block in 1858 for $24 and a pair of boots and built a school. It was then developed into a hotel, later a parking structure for Meier and Frank and eventually, in 1974, purchased by the city for public use. To help with the cost of construction people sponsored bricks with their names inscribed. 9:15am - 9:45am Portland Rose Garden In 1888, Georgiana Burton Pittock, wife of pioneer publisher Henry Pittock, invited her friends and neighbors to exhibit their roses in a tent set up in her garden. Thus began the annual rose show for Portland Rose Society, which has grown into an internationally recognized rose garden. Today there are over 550 varieties of roses on its 5.5 acres. There are many view points of the city and the Cascade Mountains Range. 10:00am - 10:30am Pittock Mansion Built by Henry and Georgiana Pittock in 1914, this mansion overlooks the city and is a popular destination in Portland for local residents and visitors. Below the mansion you can view Nob Hill and the Pearl district, the Willamette River, and beyond to the mountains. 11:30am-1:00pm (Lunch) Mt. Angel Abbey We will continue our tour with a visit to Mt. Angel Abbey in Mt. Angel, Oregon. This century old Benedictine monastic community was built in 1883 by Swiss Benedictine monks. The beautiful library, designed by Alvar Aalto, stores a priceless collection of illuminated manuscripts, and features a display of rare, hand printed books. There will be a short stop for lunch in Mt. Angel before heading to Silver Falls. 1:30pm - 3:30pm Silver Falls State Park The Friends of Silver Falls will arrange an interpreted walks in the park. We will select the 4 or 5 most popular falls for a short walk. Bring sensible footwear! 4:10pm - 4:45pm Oregon Hop Yards Our final stop is in Hubbard, Oregon for a tour of Oregon Hop Yards and an interpreted tour of fields and production facilities. 4:45pm - 5:30pm Return to Portland **Note: Reservation for lunch not included in tour price.

Western Museums Association -Willamette Valley Wine Tasting & MuseumsTour

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Dates: October 17, 2010 Time: 12pm – 5pm Group: Western Museums Association Discover Oregon! A leader in Portland tourism, America’s Hub World Tours specializes in local area tours and facilitating all aspects of the travel itinerary. Friendly and professional tour guides will provide for a fun and informative excursion to the area’s best attractions. Willamette Valley Wine Tasting & MuseumsTour Welcome to the lush and beautiful Willamette valley; home to endless green pastures, rolling hills and vineyards. Visit the McLaughlin House in Oregon City, the historic ending point of the Oregon Trail and then travel through the heart of Willamette Valley to Salem, Oregon’s capitol. Learn about the history of Oregon’s wool industry at the Mission Mill Museum before heading to two select vineyards for a sampling of renowned Willamette Valley Pinot Noir. 11:50 am Arrive Double Tree Hotel 12:00 pm Depart Portland 12:20pm–12:50pm Arrive at McLaughlin House in Oregon City 1:00pm Depart heading south on 1-5 1:30pm – 1:50pm Arrive at Aurora Historical District 2:00pm Depart Aurora and continue on to Salem 2:30pm – 3:00pm Salem Mission Mill Museum 3:10pm – 3:40pm Redhawk Winery 3:45pm – 4:15pm Evesham Vineyard 4:20pm Depart for Portland 5:00pm Arrive at Double Tree Hotel in Portland Pricing information *Rates include wine tasting fees. **Does not include admission fees to Museums.

Western Museums Association - Gorge/Hood River/Timberline Lodge

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Dates: October 17, 2010 Time: 12pm – 5pm Group: Western Museums Association Discover Oregon! A leader in Portland tourism, America’s Hub World Tours specializes in local area tours and facilitating all aspects of the travel itinerary. Friendly and professional tour guides will provide for a fun and informative excursion to the area’s best attractions. Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls / Hood River Valley / Mt. Hood Timberline Lodge Explore the Columbia River Gorge, a geologic wonder that forms the border between northern Oregon and southern Washington. Let us guide you with a fun and educational tour of basalt cliffs, year round waterfalls, and the charming Historic Highway and epic views. Continue east along the Colombia River and into Hood River, a quaint little community of outdoor enthusiasts nestled in the heart of the Anjou pear growing capital of the world. 11:50 am Arrive: Double Tree Hotel, depart by 12:00 pm 12:00 pm Head east on I-84 to Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area 12:30pm-12:50pm Arrive: Crown Point Vista House, a unique visitor’s center with spectacular views of the Gorge 1:00pm Depart for Multnomah Falls 1:20pm – 1:50pm Arrive at Multnomah Falls and visit the second highest year-round waterfall in the U.S. 2:00pm Continue heading east on 1-84 towards Hood River 2:30pm Arrive in Hood River 2:40pm – 3:00pm Hood River Heritage Fruit Museum 3:05pm Drive to Timberline Lodge 3:35pm – 4:05pm Arrive at Timberline Lodge 4:05pm Head back to Portland Historic mile markers of Barlow Road on HWY 26 on the way back to Portland 5:00pm Arrive at Double Tree Hotel Pricing information *Rates include wine tasting fees. **Does not include admission fees to Museums.

2 & 3 Night Portland Brewery Adventure Package

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**** “He was a wise man who invented beer” - Plato From the beer enthusiast to the pub and nightlife-lover, the Portland Brewery Adventure is the ticket to experiencing Portland’s culture of fun. With 28 breweries Portland is an ideal place to experience a true pub crawl. Our Portland Brewery Tour will introduce you to the best the city has to offer, from nationally distributed brands like Widmer Brothers to small local favorites like Hop Works. Gain a better understanding of the different varieties of beer as you sample everything from ales and lagers to porters and stouts. Let us show you the city by day as we take you to the Rose Gardens, riverside views and the Historic Pittock mansion. Grab a bit to eat at one of our many local restaurants before heading out on a brewery tour. Still hungry for more? Then select the 3-night package and add a second brewery tour! Packages Include:

Airport transportation to and from hotel
2 or 3 nights stay at select Portland hotels
Portland City Tour
2-night: One Brewery Tour
3-night: Two Brewery Tours
Discounts at participating merchants

Package Price: 2night: $549 1 person, double occupancy $699 2 person, double occupancy 3night: $729 1 person, double occupancy $929 2 person, double occupancy Multiple Tour Discounts: Get up to 15% off of total tour cost when you add more tours to your itinerary Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. View America’s Hub World Tours multiple-tour discount packages here for even more savings!

2 & 3 Nights Discover Portland Package

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Allow us to introduce you to Portland, the City of Roses, with a complete getaway package of two or three nights. We'll arrange local transportation, lodging and a selection of tours to suit your preferences. We promise to make the whole visit easy and fun. Details

Amtrak or Airport transportation to and from hotel
2 or 3 nights stay at select Portland hotels
Portland City Tour
Two nights: Add a Wine Country Toury OR Brewery Tour OR Oregon Coast Tour
Three nights: Add another Wine Country Tour OR Brewery Tour OR Oregon Coast Tour
Discounts at participating merchants

Package Prices: Two night $559, 1 person, double occupancy $705, 2 people, double occupancy Three Night $749, 1 person, double occupancy $979, 2 people, double occupancy Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. View America’s Hub World Tours multiple-tour discount packages here for even more savings!

Explore St. Helens 5 Day Package

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This five day package vacation includes Portland, the Columbia River Gorge, and Mount St. Helens. Get to know the beautiful city of Portland and the surrounding scienic area on our acclaimed Portland City tour. Then explore the Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls and add either the Oregon Coastal Tour or the Oregon Wine Tasting Tour. Next, travel north to experience the eruption of Mount St. Helens. Spend two nights at Eco Resort Lodge, a rustic adventure resort situated in the heart of St. Helens wilderness. At Eco Resort you can explore the region via horseback, tour bus or even helicopter! We will provide transportation to and from Eco Resort Lodge on our Mount St. Helens tour. Package for Two includes: 1. Two night stay at select Portland area hotels 2. Two night stay at Eco Resort Lodge near Mt. St. Helens 3. Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour 4. Portland City Tour 5. Mt. St. Helens Tour 6. Choose from either the Oregon Coastal Tour or the Oregon Wine Tour 7. Transportation to and from the Eco Park Lodge 8. Discounts at participating merchants _____________________________________________________________ Package Price: Contact us for customized rates for small or large groups. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation.

Mt. St. Helens Tour

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Days available: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday Duration: 8.0 hrs Departure: 9:00 am until 6:00 pm (May 15, thru Oct. 30, 2010) Price: $100 per person (customized group rates available) Tour price Includes: transportation, tour guide and gas. All applicable entree fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted by an earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale. The north face of this tall symmetrical mountain collapsed in a massive rock debris avalanche. Nearly 230 square miles of forest was blown down or buried beneath volcanic deposits. The eruption lasted 9 hours, but Mount St. Helens and the surrounding landscape were dramatically changed forever. In 1982, the President and Congress created the 110,000-acre National Volcanic Monument for research, recreation, and education. Inside the Monument, the environment is left to respond naturally to the disturbance. Join us on this all-day tour and learn about the blast zone, mud and pyroclastic flows, biological regeneration and the largest avalanche recorded by man. ITINERARY Our tour guides will pick you up at designated hotels in the Portland area. Contact us for details. DEPART FROM PORTLAND Travel time is 1.5 Hours from Portland to the Gateway of Mount St. Helens. SEA QUEST MOUNT ST. HELENS VISITOR CENTER The Mount St. Helens Sea Quest Visitor Center is an excellent place to begin the “eruption experience”. The attractive, lodge-style facility includes exhibits, trails, and a 16-minute movie about the eruption. A walk-through model of Mount St. Helens gives visitors a chance to experience volcanology from the inside out. (Optional) HOFFSTADT BLUFFS VISITOR CENTER The Hoffstadt Bluffs Visitor Center features a full service restaurant, gift shop, exhibits, meeting and reception facilities, helicopter tours, a magnificent viewing deck, and a memorial grove dedicated to the victims of the May 18, 1980 eruption. ECO PARK RESORT (One of our favorite getaways) The closest accommodations to the Blast Zone! Eco Park Resort is a 90-acre resort with log cabins, RV sites, tent sites, and yurts. Wind down, put your feet up, relax, and enjoy a delicious desert. Enjoy a brief chat with the Eco Park resort staff – before, during, and after: 30 years in the making. FOREST LEARNING CENTER: ELK VIEW POINT See spectacular views of the Mountain, elk, and replanted forests. JOHNSTON RIDGE OBSERVATORY Johnston Ridge Observatory is named for volcanologist David Johnston, who was camped at the site when Mount St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980. Johnston Ridge Observatory is the crown jewel of Southwest Washington and the closest view to the crater of Mount St. Helens. Spectacular views, awesome hiking trails and breathtaking photo opportunities await you. (Optional) WINE TASTING MT. ST HELENS CELLARS “Our winery is nestled in the hills of Silverlake Washington. The view of Mt St Helens provides a picturesque backdrop for our winery. We will be introducing an array of Washington wines that is sure to please the palette as well as the senses.” 6:00 PM ARRIVE IN PORTLAND Multiple Tour Discounts: Get up to 10% off of total tour cost when you add more tours to your itinerary Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24 hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour price Includes: Van, driver and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. America's Hub World Tours * Photos courtesy of Eco Park Resort/Dawn & Mark Smith/ Crater man “Charlie Anderson”*

Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls

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Dates: Daily Departure times: 9:00am or 2:00pm Pricing: $50 per person Pick-up Schedule: Meet in hotel lobby for transportation. Call for details. Columbia River Gorge Waterfall Tour: While visiting Portland start your trip off with a Columbia River Gorge Waterfall Tour and enjoy a balanced introduction that includes popular attractions and hidden routes. The Columbia River Gorge Waterfall Tour will guide you through the Columbia Gorge National Scenic area, describing the history of this amazing area. Visit both National Park information centers in the Gorge, tour the renowned Multnomah Falls, and many other waterfalls along the way. Every twist and turn brings new vistas, from majestic waterfalls such as Bridal Veil Falls and Multnomah Falls (the most visited natural site in Oregon), to astounding views from the tops of cliffs over 900 feet (274 m) above the river. The Historic Columbia River Highway was the first modern highway constructed in the Pacific Northwest and the first scenic highway in the United States. 9:00am - Departure We start along the Historic Columbia River Highway National Scenic Byway, visiting Portland Women’s Forum, Crown Point Vista House, Latourell Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Multnomah Falls and Horse Tail Falls. 9:15am-9:30am - Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint Soak in the breathtaking view of the Columbia River Gorge from the Portland Women's Forum National Scenic Viewpoint. With the scenic Vista House in the foreground and the wide expanse of the Columbia River in the background, this is one of the most popular places to take photographs of the Columbia Gorge. 9:45am-10:00am - Crown Point Vista House Crown Point is the best known of the scenic lookouts along the Historic Columbia River Highway, providing a panoramic view of the Columbia River. The Crown Point Vista House was built in 1916 and refurbished in 2005, with its beautiful marble interior and brass fixtures completely remodeled. 10:15am-10:30am - Latourell Falls Latourell Falls plunge 249 feet (76 m) over a massive wall of columnar basalt – some of the best formations in the Pacific Northwest – before cascading hastily towards the Columbia River. This waterfall is usually most recognized for the large patch of bright yellow lichen adorning the cliff face to the right of the falls, and this characteristic has led many famous photographers to give this location their treatment. And if you stand in just the right place, and look way up, behind the falls you see another falls! 11:00am-11:15am - Bridal Veil Falls The Historic Columbia River Highway passes over Bridal Veil Falls on a bridge. From a parking lot on the highway, a winding footpath and another bridge lead to a vantage point for the falls. The falls consists of two cascades in quick succession along angling rock faces, so when there is good water flow, the falls looks very much like its bridal veil namesake. This waterfall is one of the best kept secrets in the Columbia River Gorge. People read about, but rarely get a chance to view the actual waterfall. 11:30am-11:45pm - Wahkeena Falls Wahkeena ("most beautiful" in the Yakima language) (sometimes spelled Wah-kee-na) tumbles 242 feet in a cascading type of falls with 3 plunging falls. On up behind this falls is a cascade which flows a long way. . . and then you come to Fairy Falls. 12:00pm-12:30pm -Multnomah Falls First, enjoy lunch while viewing Multnomah Falls at the lodge. Then set off to explore the wonder of Multnomah fall. Visit Multnomah Falls, the Information Center and Multnomah Lodge. Plummeting 620 feet (189 m) from its origins on Larch Mountain, Multnomah Falls is the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States. Nearly two million visitors a year come to see this ancient waterfall, making it Oregon’s number one public destination. Fed by underground springs from Larch Mountain, the flow over the falls varies but is highest during winter and spring. Built in 1925 the Lodge provides fine Northwest cuisine with a panoramic view from your table. 12:40pm-12:45pm - Horse Tail Falls 12:45p.m. - Depart: Return to Portland: ________________________________________________________ Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Payment: Contact us to make arrangements for tour and payment. Traveling alone, looking to meet visitors from around the world? Contact us! Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Columbia River Gorge Wildflower Walking Tours

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dates: Every Saturday (except May 9, 23, June 6, 20) departure times Appr: 7:30am until 12:30m pricing: $59 per person hotel pick-up schedule and locations ____________________________________________________________________ Guided, scenic tours for individuals, families, or groups (up to 20 per tour). Hub World Travel, LLC partner’s with Martin’s Gorge Tours, LLC to help you discover the hidden attractions that make The Columbia River Gorge a National Scenic Area. See Oregon’s breathtaking waterfalls, wildflowers and rock art. Option 1: Catherine Creek Every Sunday - May through June What to See: One of the prime locations for wildflower viewing on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge. The area's basalt cliffs, oak woodlands, and sweeping meadows offer an amazing variety of flowers... What to Do: We walk a 3 ½ mile loop trail which gains about 350 feet in elevation. This popular hike is rated moderate and offers sweeping vistas, a natural arch rock formation, and a wide array of beautiful blooms. How to Prepare and Be Aware: This location can be windy, and beware of ticks, rattlesnakes (rare), and poison oak. Just bring a windbreaker, walking shoes, your camera and a smile . . . leave your worries behind as we experience the natural beauty and explore the treasures of The Gorge! Just bring a windbreaker, walking shoes, your camera and a smile ... leave your worries behind as we experience the natural beauty and explore the treasures of The Gorge! Option 2: Tom McCall Point and Rowena Crest Overlook Dates: Saturdays - May 2nd, May 16th, May 30th, June 13th, & June 27th What to See: This magnificent preserve is one of the premier wildflower viewing locations in the Columbia River Gorge. A vast variety of beautiful flowers offer a wide array of blooms through April, May, and June. The preserve is jointly owned and managed by The Nature Conservancy, Mayer State Park the National Forest Service. Volunteer naturalists (arranged by The Nature Conservancy) are likely to be on site and available to answer questions. What to Do: A 3¼ mile round trip hike which gains 1,000 feet in elevation. This trail (rated moderate) starts fairly level and climbs steeper and steeper as you approach Tom McCall Point. This trail can be slippery when wet, but those who endure will be rewarded with sweeping views of The Gorge and surrounding Cascade summits. How to Prepare and Be Aware: This location can be windy, and beware of poison oak, rattlesnakes (rare), and tics. Socks and long pants are recommended. Just bring a windbreaker, walking shoes, your camera and a smile ... leave your worries behind as we experience the natural beauty and explore the treasures of The Gorge! Option 3: Columbia Hills / Horse thief Lake State Park Dates: May 9th, May 23rd, June 6th, June 20th What to See: Wildflowers and history come alive on this tour. This Washington State Park contains some of the oldest Native American pictographs (paintings) and petro glyphs (carvings) in all of the Northwest. The variety of wildflowers is outstanding. What to Do: The Pictograph Trail ("She Who Watches") is restricted. Access has been made available to us in the form of a 90 minute ranger guided tour by special reservation through the Park Service. The rock images are valued artifacts and considered sacred by Native Americans. We have been asked that the spiritual nature of the work be respected and the site itself be revered. This is a 1 mile hike and is rated 'easy'. How to Prepare and Be Aware: This location can be windy, and beware of ticks, rattlesnakes (rare), and poison oak. Just bring a windbreaker, walking shoes, your camera and a smile . . . leave your worries behind as we experience the natural beauty and explore the treasures of The Gorge! Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. All trails and locations are within a 40 mile corridor of the Columbia River. Group size is limited from to 20 participants per tour. Deluxe shuttle transportation, water and a snack are included. Just bring sturdy walking shoes, your camera and a smile…leave your worries behind as we experience the natural beauty and explore the treasures of The Gorge. Terms & Conditions View America’s Hub World Tours multiple-tour discount packages here for even more savings!

The Art of Outdoor Photography – An Outdoor Workshop

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Dates: Year Around Departure Times: Customized Pricing: customized group tours and rates available Planning an exciting vacation to Portland! America’s Hub World Tours offers professional photography for groups, conferences, conventions and Outdoor Photo workshops to help you achieve wonderful photography of your journey while learning the historical geology of the rocks, water and forest that surround you! Objectives of workshops: You will learn: •Professional Photography Techniques and Principles for capturing the scenery around you •Proper Lens Selection to best attain a dynamic image with rich color, maximum detail, and composition •Artistic Composition •Software Photo-editing •And much, much more! Locations: Choose your own personalized adventure: •Portland City Sightseeing – capture the best Portland has to offer including Downtown, Portland Rose Garden, Pittock Mansion, Views of Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens and more. •Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood •Mt. St. Helens •Oregon Coastal Region Options Available •Half Day Adventures •Full Day Adventures •3-Day Travel Adventures We have tours that cover very specific areas over a three-day period which allows more time to explore the diversity of these locations. This will give you the best opportunity to capture the best images during the spring, summer and fall peak periods. Featured tour: Mt. St. Helen where you’ll spend 2 nights at Eco Resort Lodge, a rustic adventure resort situated in the heart of St. Helens wilderness. At Eco Resort you can explore the mountain via horseback riding, hiking, fishing trips into private lakes for group’s helicopter rides, or tour bus! The Eco Resort will provide transportation to and from Eco Resort Lodge and St. Helens tour. Come explore this historic geologic area. Planned Itinerary We will cover basic and advanced techniques around composition, design, exposure theory and metering during our excursion into the great outdoors. Each participant will be given a packet of information to help guide them through the learning process. The workshop is specifically designed so that each participant is actively involved in learning and problem solving. Morning Shoots: Rise early to capture some amazing photographs sunrise shoots over Mt. St. Helens. Then enjoy a nice breakfast at the main cabin while our professional photographic guide share some secrets on technique, exposure theory, artistic composition, manual control, travel photo tips, professional technique proper filter usage, lighting technique, depth of field control, exposure technique. Afternoon Shoots: In the afternoon we will review key concepts, critique the morning shoots and previous day's images, and reinforce learning techniques. We also reinforce many of the techniques and philosophy and techniques from skills points learned from your professional knowledge points. Evening Shoots: We head into the field for more outdoor photography. Our training is more hands on and responding to questions and situations as they occur. No better place to work through real life situations that were cover or not in class or on the previous day's shoot. Both days we will use the same consistent approach to reinforce what we have learned. The last day we follow the same process and plan travel back to Portland in the evening after experiencing our last dinner at the lodge. This is a great time to review and answer any question regarding the basic and advanced techniques around composition, design, exposure theory and metering. Requirements: • Camera Gear should consist of o 35-mm digital Camera o Wide Angle Lens o Telephoto Lens o Macro Lens o Tripod o Cable Release o Polarizing Filter o Small Reflectors • Working knowledge of your camera will be helpful to achieve great photographs. We will review basic camera operation relating to ISO, shutter speed, and aperture opening. We recommend you bring your camera manual to help with the working operation of your specific model camera. Do not miss this chance to explore this fascinating area and work with a professional photographer to capture its beauty! For more information contact us 1-800-637-3110. _______________________________________________________________ Package Price: Contact us for customized rates for small or large groups. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation.

Portland City Bike Tour

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dates: Year Round tour length: 3.5 Hours days of week: Daily pricing: $50 per person//Half price for kids under 12 Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! hotel pick-up schedule and locations Highlights: Downtown Sights, Pioneer Square, Portland Building/Portlandia, Governor Tom McCall Water Front Park, OMSI, Sellwood/Willamette Park, Rose Garden, Washington Park, Twilliger Viewpoints Detail Itinerary Pioneer Square: Downtown central location considered as Portland’s Living room and most popular meeting spot for visitors and locals. There are various events held at the square (Lighting of Christmas Tree, national sand castle building competition, flower fair in spring, cultural fairs etc) History of Square: First owner purchased the block in 1858 for $24 and a pair of boots and built a school. It was then developed into a hotel, later a parking structure for Meier and Frank and eventually, in 1974, purchased by the city for public use. To help with the cost of construction people could buy bricks with their names inscribed. Portland Building & Portlandia: As we tour through the city we will point out of interest, Portland safe figures of the road and a short stop at Portland/ Portlandia. Portlandia is 35ft copper hammered statue only second largest to Statue of Liberty. After viewing the statue we head along Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park as we enjoy views of the city, mountains, Saturday Market along the waterfront. Then we cross over the river to OMSI for a great view of the city. Oregon Museum of Science and Industry: In the tradition of the Deutches Museum in Munich and the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, this two-story museum contains hands-on exhibits in topics ranging from natural sciences to brainteasers, human development and lifestyle issues, technology and more. From OSMI we will tour south along the River about three miles, then across the Sellwood Bridge. The views along the river are amazing throughout the ride. Rose Garden Facts: Founded in 1917, Portland’s International Rose Test Garden is the oldest official, continuously operated public rose test garden in the United States. In the beginning, even though World War I was raging in Europe, hybridists sent roses from around the world to Portland’s garden for testing and to keep the new hybrids safe from being destroyed by the bombing in Europe. The primary purpose of the garden is to serve as a testing ground for new rose varieties. There are over 5.5 acres, 10,000+ individual plants and 550 species. Washington Park: One of Portland’s older parks (1871). Slowly developed from wilderness to a place for public use. This park consists of over 75 miles of trails and considered as one of the safest parks in the world. The Hoyt Arboretum a 187-acre living museum of trees and plants from all over the world is considered as one of the best hiking adventures in the park. Throughout the park you will find many species of plants, trees and spectacular viewpoints. Enjoy views of the city while you travel back to downtown Portland. We always suggest our guest experience VOO DOO DONUTS before returning to their hotel.

Portland Adventure Cycle Tour

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dates: Spring, Summer and Fall tour length: Half and Full Day days of week: customized pricing: $50 half-day/$70 full-day//Half price for kids under 12 Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! equipment: We can recommend gear if required hotel pick-up schedule and locations ____________________________________________________________________ Explore the nation’s fastest growing sport, Portland Cycling Tour. Portland is a great location for any beginner or avid cyclist. The outdoor cycling areas near Portland allow for cyclists with varying skill levels to have fun. Many local biking areas include Portland City Tour, Columbia River Gorge Tour, Oregon Coast Tour, Suaive Island Loop, Skyline Loop and more. Portland City Tour Departure: 9:00am or 3:00pm, Pittock Mansion, Portland Rose Garden, Washington Park, Pioneer Square, Nob Hill , Pearl District Columbia River Gorge Tour: Departure: 9:00am or 3:pm, Multnomah Falls, Latourell Falls, Sheppard’s Dell Falls, Crown Point-Vista House and Portland Women Forum view. Mt. Hood-Timberline Lodge: Departure 9:00am for a scenic tour of Mt. Hood, Hood River Valley, Bonneville Dam and Columbia River Gorge Tour ( Multnomah Falls, Latourell Falls, Sheppard’s Dell Falls, Crown Point-Vista House and Portland Women Forum view sightseeing tour. Oregon Coastal Tour: Departure 9:00am for a scenic tour of the Oregon Coastal Tour. Known for its dramatic cliffs, boundless sandy beaches and evergreen forests this northwest region of the state is a must-see for everyone. Visit pristine parks, shop and eat in quant coastal towns, stop at breathtaking viewpoints, or take your shoes off and stroll through the sand. We recommend first time cyclist schedule a safety lesson before riding throughout the area. ____________________________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Terms & Conditions

Oregon Coastal Bike Tour

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dates: September 2010 pricing: $950-- 3 nights & 4 days Highlights * 316.9 mile bike ride from picturesque Cannon Beach on the northern coast to Gold Beach in southern Oregon’s “banana belt.” * Beautiful views of coastal cliffs and rock formation, and sandy beaches * Whale watching, sea lion caves, and bird watching * Enchanting coastal towns * Spectacular coastal sunsets * Sight-seeing, shopping, fine dining. __________________________________________________________ Itinerary Travel Day Portland Airport If you are traveling from out of town, we’ll pick you up at the Portland International Airport (PDX) and take you to your hotel . For Portland area residents transportation is available day of the event. DAY 1 Cannon Beach – Lincoln City (75.3 miles) Depart from Cannon Beach at 9:00am. We’ll make several stops along the way to rest, re-fuel, and savor the scenery, including sandy beaches, cliffs, and an up-close view of the famous Haystack Rock. Tillamook Cheese Factory: Watch cheese being made and taste special reserve cheeses, ice cream, and yogurt. This is a great place to pick up gifts for family and friends. Learn More Lighthouses: We’ll stretch our leg and check out the historic Cape Meares & Cape Kiwanda lighthouses. Learn More Pacific City: The perfect romantic getaway spot. We will stop here for a breather and enjoy incredible views of the Haystack Rock and the beaches. Be warned…there is a brewery right on the beach with an outstanding selection. Don’t be tempted! You still have a few miles to ride today! Learn More Lincoln City: Our first day of cycling ends here. After checking in to the hotel we’ll gather for some fun, laughter, food, and drinks. The beach is a treat for collecting driftwood, shells, glass floats, and other sea-born treasures. Whale watching, beach strolling, surfing, windsurfing, and fishing also draw visitors to Lincoln city. Learn More DAY 2 Lincoln City- Florence (72 miles) After a hearty breakfast we’ll hit the road at 9:00am. Our second day takes us through charming towns and offers breathtaking views and lighthouses, sea lion caves, and beaches to explore. Our stops today include: Depoe Bay: Set among towering cliffs, Depoe Bay is the whale-watching capital of Oregon. Gray whales make their home near this rocky refuge 10 months out of the year. We’ll keep our eyes peeled for water spouts,and breaching cetaceans. Learn More Yaquina Head lighthouse: Take a tour of the past as you ascend the circular staircase up the lighthouse tower. This is one of the most popular lighthouses in the United States, and offers superb wildlife and ocean viewing. Learn More Newport: A beautiful little town with incredible views and great shopping. Wildlife is abundant. Watch for coastal sea birds (cormorants, murres, and guillemonts), harbor seals, sea lions, and gray whales. Newport is also home to the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and The Wax Works museums. Learn More Heceta Head: Heceta Head is more than just a lighthouse. It is aslo a 549 acre park with trails, tide pools, wildlife habitat, and sandy beaches. And with an elevation of over 1,000 feet, it has great viewpoints, Learn More Sea Lion Caves:Go down into the caves and witness a truly unique spectacle. (A guide will watch over the bikes and gear while you check out the sea lions.) Learn More Florence: There is no better place to end a ride after the second day than this friendly town. We’ll check in and chill, then gather for dinner and reflect on how far we’ve come. Florence offers dune buggy tours, horseback rides, scenic flights, and guided fishing trips. You can also rent atv’s, sandboards, kayaks, surf boards, snorkeling gear, paddle boats, boogie boards, skim boards. Learn More DAY 3 Florence – Port Orford (98.2 miles) This will be the longest day of the tour and probably the most challenging. Go ahead and push yourself today because day four’s ride will be a mere 55 miles. Reedsport: Reedsport and neighboring Winchester Bay are known as the "Heart of the Oregon Dunes." Hiking trails lead through the forest out onto the dunes and straight to the beach. Reedsport also offers walking paths along the riverfront, art galleries, a 100-year old lighthouse, kite flying, and the Dean Creek Elk Preserve. Learn More Coos Bay/North Bend: Entering North Bend, you will cross the magnificent McCullough Bridge. Coos Bay was home to the legendary runner, Steve Prefontaine. Thirteen miles southwest of Coos Bay are the beautiful gardens at Shore Acres State Park. Learn More Bandon: Otherwise known as Bandon-by-the-Sea, this coastal town will delight you with its charm, its scenic beauty, and its rich opportunities for recreation. It boasts two of the world’s premier golf courses. This town is definitely worth a return trip to relax, enjoy the natural beauty, and to try out your swing at one of the golf courses. Learn More Arizona Beach Inn: This will be our final stop and our lodging for the night. It is tucked away from the traffic 10 miles south of Port Orford. If you have some energy left after our long day, head to the beaches that beckon nearby. Learn More DAY 4 Port Orford- Brookings (Mileage 55.9) This is the final day of our trip and undoubtedly the most scenic. This last stretch of Highway 101 has amazing views right from the seat of your bike. If the bike riding didn’t take your breath away already, this scenery will. Gold Beach: Located in Oregon’s Banana Belt, this remote little sea town features both ocean and river recreation. It has more sun hours than any other town on the Oregon and Washington coast. Gold Beach boasts clean beaches, quiet roads, incredible hiking trails, vast forests, and rugged mountains. Learn More Brookings: We will finish our bike tour around noon. Take some time to stretch, shower, and relax before catching the ride back to Cannon Beach. This is the time for stories and shared memories. Watch the scenery fly by while we sit back for a well-earned rest! For those who are interested in continuing their adventure, please contact us in order to make further arrangements. __________________________________________________________ Requirements A good bill of health is required for cycling tour. Dry weather conditions generally prevail at the time of the tour. Of course, there are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Keep this in mind when you pack and bring suitable clothing. Additional information and packing recommendations will be provided prior to the tour. Included * Lodging, meals, and transportation * Accommodation in double rooms. Special arrangements can be made upon request * Rest stops and support crew along bike route * All permits and entrance fees to parks and lighthouses Excluded: * Flights to Portland, Oregon (United States) If requested we can make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Culinary of Marrakech 7 Day Tour

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dates: *March 27th-April 2nd *May 01st-May 7th *June 26th-July 3rd *September 25th-October 1st pricing: $1500 Travel with the chef to Morocco Our itinerary is designed carefully to bring the warmth and color of the Moroccan landscape and its people to life and illustrate the fresh regional produce from the market to the table, we will be combining our menu with the specialty of each region, but the intriguing thing in this trip is the possibility of cooking and dining with award winning chef Alain Bennouna. Visit www.zitounerestaurant.com to know about him. _______________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 Marrakech arrival Winston Churchil described it to Roosevelt in 1943 as “the loveliest spot in the world” Marrakesh is the work of two dynasties; the Almoravides from the Sahara who founded the city in 1062. Almouahades dynasty from the Atlas Mountains conquered the city in 1147 and became rapidly one of the most important dynasties in the Islam world and famous for its pink color, palaces, museums, mosques and market. Afternoon half day guided city tour of Marrakech to learn about its magnificent history. The city tour will take us to the old Medina surrounded by magic mud walls. A morning visit to the Koutoubia Minaret- the twin sister of Al Jeralda in Seville- Spain, and the lovely gardens next to it will bring you back to the 12th century in history. When followed by a visit to the Saadian tombs and the Bahaia palace, you will then be brought back hundreds of years to realize how intelligent and how genius those people were to come up with those art masterpieces though they used just very simple tools and their shoulders, then Jemaa El Fna square – truly a talking painting with arrays of food, snake charmers, music players and fortune tellers- to put some magic on the visitor’s senses! Dinner at Riad. Day 2 Marrakech After breakfast, we will leave to a local market in the old medina for food shopping and spices needed for dinner cooking. Return to Riad and Lunch on your own. Meeting at 5pm to get ready for the cooking class. Dinner in the riad featuring the dishes taught at the cooking demonstration. Overnight at Riad. Day 3 Marrakech The same schedule as the day before. Overnight. Day 4 Marrakech/Ouirgane – Marrakech After breakfast departure to Ouirgane, Located at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains (about 90 minutes drive from Marrakech with a gentle winter climate, moderate in summer. This is the heart of Berber countryside with picturesque villages and hamlets, forests, fruit trees (orange, lime, lemon, grapefruit), and rose gardens. Lunch and visits then return to Marrakech for overnight at Riad. Day 5 Marrakech Day at leisure to explore this wonderful city. Day 6 Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech After breakfast as a group, departure to the fascinating and the seaside resort of Essaouira - Old Mogador. Essaouira is the city that mystically fascinates the Artists, the authors and the musicians all over the world. In fact, Essaouira has many things to offer to the visitor. The attractiveness of Essaouira is also due to its history, architecture, cultural treasures, curving sandy beaches, its stunning combination of ocean views, artisan charters and its big fishing port. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will head back to Marrakech for dinner and overnight the Riad Day 7 Departure After breakfast, airport transfer for departure flight. _______________________________________________________ Recommended Transportation: Marrakech: Riad Bab Agnaou & Riad Limouna Riad to be used or similar Included Services: * 06 nights accommodation in double rooms in a comfortable Riad. * Bed & Breakfast basis in the Riad. * Modern A/C vehicle throughout. * Escorting Tour Manager. * Cooking classes with the Chef as indicated in the programme. * Culinary shoppings. * Entrance fees to historical sights and monuments in Marrakech. * 01 day excursion to Essaouira including Lunch at a local restaurant. * 01 day excursion to Ouirguane including lunch * Porterage at airport and hotels. * All taxes. If requested we can make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Culinary of Morocco 10 Day Tour

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dates: May 29 - June 6, 2009 pricing: $2450 Award winning Executive chef Alain Bennouna Our itinerary is designed carefully to bring the warmth and color of the Moroccan landscape and its people to life and illustrate the fresh regional produce from the market to the table, we will be combining our menu with the specialty of each region, but the intriguing thing in this trip is the possibility of cooking and dining with award winning chef Alain Bennouna visit www.zitounerestaurant.com to know about him. ________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 Marrakech Winston Churchil described it to Roosevelt in 1943 as “the loveliest spot in the world” Marrakesh is the work of two dynasties; the Almoravides from the Sahara who founded the city in 1062.Almouahades dynasty from the Atlas Mountains conquered the city in 1147 and became rapidly one of the most important dynasties in the Islam world and famous for its pink color, palaces, museums, mosques and market. Marrakech enchants every visitor with its great Jemaa Elfna Square -a square that will introduce some sorts of Moroccan food elegantly exposed to you- its old Medina surrounded by magic mud walls and its numerous monuments. Overnight in a Riad. Day 2 Marrakech After breakfast, we will leave to a local market in the old medina to shop all necessary ingredients to prepare the dish of the day. Lunch in the riad featuring the dishes taught at the cooking demonstration. In the afternoon we will have a guided city tour of Marrakech Medina with its markets, terminating in Djema l’Fna, Marrakech’s famous and lively open square with its performers, story-tellers, henna tattoo artists and vendors of food, traditional medicine and magic. Day 3 Marrakech – Tinghir Forwarding southwards in the morning after breakfast is a rewarding trip one should never miss! The spectacular Tizi In Tichka pass, about 100km of charming curves on the High Atlass mountain, is there to make you start appreciating what’s the south of the kingdom really looks like and how magnificent it is!! We will stop at the famous village of Ait Ben Haddou: a very celebrated village classified as a cultural heritage for humanity by the UNISCO and the setting where the great films like the Gladiators, Marry of Nazarett and many other films were shot. We will continue through Ouarzazate heading to the beautiful village of Skoura. After the visit of Skoura we will continue our trip through the one thousand and one Kasbah route to El Kella M’Gouna, famous for its rose’s festival: a yearly celebratrose which is the main product of this small but beautiful village. We will go on to Dadess and its beautiful valley before continuing our trip to Tinghir for overnight. Day 4 Tinghir After breakfast, we will go to a local market to shop for today plate. After lunch we will have a city tour to discover the so charming city of Tinghir. The city is a very special one with a big oasis of more then 40 kms. The oasis is very rich with most sorts of fruits, thousands of palm trees, olives and much more…Sometime walk through the old mud houses, making your way to wander in the very green oasis along very narrow paths is really a very special experience!! We will continue northwards to crown our experience in the Toudr a Gorges: a wall like mountain fissure of about 300 m. Just the way to Toudra Gorges is simply magical!! Overnight in Tinghir. Day 5 Tinghir – Merzouga We will leave Tinghir via Tinjdad to Erfoud: a city at the foot of the desert and the great golden sand dunes. After visiting Erfoud we will continue via Rissani to Merzouga for dinner and overnight by the dunes. Optional two hours camel ride to witness the great and the most beautiful sunset over the dunes. Day 6 Merzouga – Zagoura Early morning optional two hours camel ride to witness the great and the most beautiful sunrise over the dunes. Afterbreakfast, we will leave this peacefully magical world heading towards Zagoura. As one of our guests said once about Merzouga “I don’t think there is a more peaceful and mysterious place on Earth than that” We will pass through the Berber villages of Alnif and Tazarine to Zagoura. An excursion to the famous Tamgroute library with its very old Coranic scripts dating back to the 12th century is not to be missed. Dinner and overnight. Day 7 Zagoura After breakfast, we will go to a local market to shop for today plate. Lunch in the raid then we will tour the city of Zagoura with its huge palm groove and its Tamgroute library with very old Coranic scripts dating back to the 12th century. Possibility of an excursion to Mhamid El Ghizlane Day 8 Zagoura – Agdez - Ouarzazte After breakfast we will leave Zagoura to Agdez: a Berber village with its charming mud houses and nice people. After the visit of the village we will continue the trip to Ouarzazate for overnight. Day 9 Zagoura – Agdez - Ouarzazte A hot spot for film making industry to name but a few; Laurence of Arabia, Gladiator., The shelter in the sky, Jesus of Nazareth…Ouarzazate will dazzle you with its stunning scenery of its surrounding areas and proximity to both the desert and the Atlas mountains, it’s the land of the Kasbahs, Ait Benaddou Kasbah is given heritage status by the UNESCO. Farewell dinner. Day 10 Ouarzazate - Flight In the morning and after breakfast we will leave the hotel toward Ouarzazate airport for return. Riads to be used or similar. ________________________________________________________ Recommended Transportation: Marrakech: Riad Bab Agnaou & Riad Limouna Tinghir: Kasbah Lamrani Merzouga: Atlas de Sable Zagoura: Riad ksar Melal Ouarzazate: Le Petit Riad Included Services: * 09 nights accommodation in double rooms in a comfortable Riads. * Bed & Breakfast basis in the Riad. * Modern A/C vehicle throughout. * Escorting Tour Manager. * Cooking classes with the Chef. * Culinary shoppings. * Entrance fees to historical sights and monuments. * Porterage at airport and hotels. * All taxes. If requested we can make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Portland Blast! 48- Hour Special

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Portland Walking Adventure Tour Experience Portland guilt-free by seeing her sights and not using fossil fuels to do it! This fun and invigorating walking tour takes you to the places and landmarks that characterize the Rose City’s past, present, and future. Departs: Mon-Wed-Fri Time: 9am or 3pm Length: 2 hrs Retail Cost: $24/pp Discount Rate. $15/pp (800) 637-3110 or 503-896-2464 www.americashubworldtours.com Expires August 18, 2010. Reservations required. (6- person groups min or already confirmed tour)

Argentina & Brazil Adventure

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dates: Contact Us! pricing: $3192 Argentina Highlights * Buenos Aires * Mar Del Plata * Iguazu Falls Brazil Highlights * Iguazu Falls * Rio De Janeiro All local transportation, meals, lodging, and miscellaneous fees will be included in the price. Note: Hub World Travel tour guides are full time staff members who are knowledgeable of the South America region. The guide will be able to share information and expand your knowledge of the cultural, political, and economic state of the area. We want to ensure you have a wonderful experience and return home with many stories to tell. _________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 thru Day 3 Buenos Aires, Argentina Your tour guide will meet you at the Buenos Aires airport (EZE). The guide will check to ensure all necessary documents are obtained and baggage is gathered. You will then take go to the hotel and review your trip itinerary. Here you will experience a city that never sleeps. After dinner, take in a movie, sit at a bar or cafe until three, then head off for some dancing. For one of the hottest scene in town head to Plaza Serrano (in Palermo Viejo). You can enjoy time is sit in the middle of the square late at night and listen to the hum of the city as it comes to a rest. Your tour guide will be available for local tours sharing information on history, economy, government, and the culture of the local area. Also, your tour guide will be available to help with any questions and make recommendations to ensure you enjoy your experience. Buenos Aires: The cobbled streets with faded architectural buildings offer a great atmosphere for shopping, talking world politics, and discussing fútbol (soccer). Buenos Aires has great tasting wine and cultural meals. Dancing: Buenos Aires’ culture revolves around art heavily, more specifically, the art of dancing. Dancing is the one activity to master. Luckily the tango, flamenco, latin, salsa and folk dancing lessons are widely available (detail information will be made available for you). Tango classes are available just about everywhere—from youth hostels to dance academies to cultural centers to milongas (dance halls). Hub World Travel will also make available evening lessons at the hotel before you adventure out. Exploring Buenos Aires: We want you to have time to explore this beautiful city. Your tour guide will be available to assist as needed with any directions or recommendations for places to adventure to. As you explore the grand facades of downtown admiring the wonderful old European buildings you will experience different aspects of life in Buenos Aires. Some of the cultural aspects you may come across are street vendors selling captivating art, the strong soccer followers, and historic representations of Buenos Aires in forms of architectural buildings. Plaza Dorrego: This one of the oldest public spaces in the city, dating back to the 18th century. In 1930, coffee shops and bars surrounding the Plaza sprung up and it became an area for wine, song and dance, as it remains today. The market started in 1970, and it is still going strong with more than 270 stands offering antiques, photographs, clothes, jewelry, old books, craft items and other knickknacks. Argentine tango and folklore singers and dancers, and other performers, put on outdoor shows throughout the day. If you have no more than a casual interest in tango, then Plaza Dorrego is an excellent place to enjoy an introductory sampling of the dance. Day 4 thru 7 Mar Del Plata, Argentina We will travel north to Mar Del Plata. As we approach the city, we will have our first views of the spectacular ocean beaches. Here you will enjoy sightings of one of the best kept vacation secrets throughout the world. If there is one place Argentines choose to go on their summer vacations, Mar del Plata is here. Though many of the resorts once catered to the rich, Mar del Plata today rests firmly in the hands of the middle class. Ocean Beaches: Arriving in Mar del Plata you will be welcomed by the magnificent Atlantic Ocean. Bird watching, horseback riding, walks and boat cruises encompasses a few popular activities to do here. Also, enjoy casinos and the nightlife. Remember that most discos and pubs don't open until midnight or after to accommodate the late dinner hour Old Houses: Towards 1900, Mar del Plata was the leisure spot chosen by the Argentinean society aristocratic families to spend the summer. It was the buildings raised in those days the ones that defined the city architectural style. Local Theaters: Mar del Plata is also the site of country's most important film festival, the Argentine version of Cannes. Mar del Plata Aquarium: The local aquarium offers a wide range of marine attractions. Most popular attractions are the dolphin and seal shows. There are also penguins, tortoises, flamingos, many kinds of fish, and a cinema featuring 3D films. Leisure & Fishing Cruises: From Mar del Plata's port you can embark on both fishing and leisure cruises through the surrounding sea. Pleasure cruises travel along some of the region's most dramatic coastline. Ecology & Educational Farms: "La Piedra" and "La Pilarica" Laguna Sierra de los Padres Laguna Sierra is Mar del Plata's premier ecological reserve. This ecological reserve encompasses over 200 hectares of marshland and is ideal for bird watching. Museums: There are two important public museums that reside in Mar del Plata: the Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino, and the Museo Archivo Historico Municipal. The art museum contains paintings, drawings, engravings, sculptures and photographs by Mar de Plata artists and various masters of Argentine painting. There are also photographs of Castagnino. Day 8 thru 10 Iguazu Falls, Argentina You’ll enjoy a morning breakfast before being transported to the airport for your next flight to Iguassu falls. Upon arrival we will waste no time. Your tour guide will take you up close to feel, touch, smell the falls. They are situated right on the border between Brazil and Argentina. Our goal is to ensure you get a view from both sides. The Brazilian side offers a more panoramic view, while the Argentina side offers an up close view with walks along the tops of the falls, along the bottom of the falls and to the very edge of the back of Devil’s Throat. Iguazu Falls: The falls are so powerful, breathtaking, moving and it will forever leave a memory etched in your soul. The Iguazu river basin extends over some 62,000 sq km. It receives the waters from about 30 rivers before reaching the falls. Here are 275 falls plunging over a cliff with an average drop of 300 feet to the river below. These falls are 60 feet higher than Niagara and about one and a half times as wide. Devil’s Throat: The largest quantity of water passes through this part of Iguassu Falls. Named “Garganta del Diablo” (Spanish for “Devil’s Throat), this part of the Falls is very high; 80 meters (266 feet). You can get to within a few meters of Devil’s Throat by walking on the new catwalk (1.3 mile round trip). National Park: We plan to visit a national park for hikes in the subtropical rainforest, which you will experience over 400 species of birds, members of the toucan family and over 100 species of buffer flies (http://www.ladatco.com/IGU-GATE.htm ) Day 11 thru 16 Brazil Brazil occupies nearly half the continent of South America and is the fifth largest country in the world. The Atlantic Ocean runs along its entire eastern coast, where two-thirds of its population lives. The country’s primary language is Portuguese and the neighboring countries speak Spanish. People are the essence of this country and while Brazil is home to a multitude of ethnic groups of varying economic status, there are some characteristics that everyone shares energy and passion for. Much of the life of any Brazilian revolves around family both immediate and extended. Brazilians are sun worshippers and love spending time at the beaches. They also enjoy music, dancing and celebrate with many fiestas. Carnaval is celebrated all over Brazil. Iguassu, Brazil: We will adventure over to the other side of the falls to Brazil. The Brazilian side offers wide expansive panoramic vistas, looking across the river gorge. We will spend some time touring the national parks before departing to Rio De Janeiro. Rio De Janerio: Rio De Janeiro is one the hottest destinations and very few places in the world match its hospitality and natural charm. Rio is brimming with color, sound, rhythm, and joy which make it synonymous with Carnaval, happiness, and beautiful people. Rio has music, nightlife, beaches, historical sites and a spirit all of its own. Ecological Parks: Brazil has numerous varied ecosystems: the tropical forest in the Amazon, the stunted vegetation in the northeast, the Atlantic Forest in the southeast, the vast marsh lands of the Pantanal in the mid-west and the pampas in the south. These ecological parks allow for great viewing of various wildlife. Day 17 Home: With many stories of adventures to tell! You’ll enjoy a morning breakfast before being transported to the airport for your flight home. Remember to book your next vacation before boarding. If you need to depart early, arrangements can be made to accommodate your needs. WE WILL WORK TO MAKE ANY ARRANGEMENT THAT WORKS WITHIN YOUR SCHEDULE. CONTACT US FOR CUSTOMIZE TRIPS. IF INTERPRETERS ARE NEEDED, ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE. _________________________________________________________ Requirements A good bill of health is required for cycling, hiking, and running. We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included * Qualified English-speaking tour guide; Special arrangements can be made for interpreters if requested. * Accommodations in double rooms do not always include private restroom. Special arrangements made upon request. * All meals and entrance fees to parks * All transportation during tour Excluded: * Flights to Buenos Aires * Departures from Rio De Janerio If requested we can make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Argentina & Chile Adventure

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dates: March 13 - 27, 2009 and Aug 21- Sept 4, 2009 pricing: $3592 per person Argentina Highlights * Buenos Aires * Mar Del Plata Chile Highlights * Punta Arenas * Torres Del Paine All local transportation, meals, lodging, and miscellaneous fees will be included in the price. Note: Hub World Travel tour guides are full time staff members who are knowledgeable of the South America region. The guide will be able to share information and expand your knowledge of the cultural, political, and economic state of the area. We want to ensure you have a wonderful experience and return home with many stories to tell. _________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 thru 3 Buenos Aires, Argentina Your tour guide will meet you at the Buenos Aires airport (EZE). The guide will check to ensure all necessary documents are obtained and baggage is gathered. You will then take go to the hotel and review your trip itinerary. Here you will experience a city that never sleeps. After dinner, take in a movie, sit at a bar or cafe until three, then head off for some dancing. For one of the hottest scene in town head to Plaza Serrano (in Palermo Viejo). You can enjoy time is sit in the middle of the square late at night and listen to the hum of the city as it comes to a rest. Your tour guide will be available for local tours sharing information on history, economy, government, and the culture of the local area. Also, your tour guide will be available to help with any questions and make recommendations to ensure you enjoy your experience. Buenos Aires: The cobbled streets with faded architectural buildings offer a great atmosphere for shopping, talking world politics, and discussing fútbol (soccer). Buenos Aires has great tasting wine and cultural meals. Dancing: Buenos Aires’ culture revolves around art heavily, more specifically, the art of dancing. Dancing is the one activity to master. Luckily the tango, flamenco, latin, salsa and folk dancing lessons are widely available (detail information will be made available for you). Tango classes are available just about everywhere—from youth hostels to dance academies to cultural centers to milongas (dance halls). Hub World Travel will also make available evening lessons at the hotel before you adventure out. Exploring Buenos Aires: We want you to have time to explore this beautiful city. Your tour guide will be available to assist as needed with any directions or recommendations for places to adventure to. As you explore the grand facades of downtown admiring the wonderful old European buildings you will experience different aspects of life in Buenos Aires. Some of the cultural aspects you may come across are street vendors selling captivating art, the strong soccer followers, and historic representations of Buenos Aires in forms of architectural buildings. Plaza Dorrego: This one of the oldest public spaces in the city, dating back to the 18th century. In 1930, coffee shops and bars surrounding the Plaza sprung up and it became an area for wine, song and dance, as it remains today. The market started in 1970, and it is still going strong with more than 270 stands offering antiques, photographs, clothes, jewelry, old books, craft items and other knickknacks. Argentine tango and folklore singers and dancers, and other performers, put on outdoor shows throughout the day. If you have no more than a casual interest in tango, then Plaza Dorrego is an excellent place to enjoy an introductory sampling of the dance. Day 4 thru 7 Mar Del Plata, Argentina We will travel north to Mar Del Plata. As we approach the city, we will have our first views of the spectacular ocean beaches. Here you will enjoy sightings of one of the best kept vacation secrets throughout the world. If there is one place Argentines choose to go on their summer vacations, Mar del Plata is here. Though many of the resorts once catered to the rich, Mar del Plata today rests firmly in the hands of the middle class. Ocean Beaches: Arriving in Mar del Plata you will be welcomed by the magnificent Atlantic Ocean. Bird watching, horseback riding, walks and boat cruises encompasses a few popular activities to do here. Also, enjoy casinos and the nightlife. Remember that most discos and pubs don't open until midnight or after to accommodate the late dinner hour Old Houses: Towards 1900, Mar del Plata was the leisure spot chosen by the Argentinean society aristocratic families to spend the summer. It was the buildings raised in those days the ones that defined the city architectural style. Local Theaters: Mar del Plata is also the site of country's most important film festival, the Argentine version of Cannes. Mar del Plata Aquarium: The local aquarium offers a wide range of marine attractions. Most popular attractions are the dolphin and seal shows. There are also penguins, tortoises, flamingos, many kinds of fish, and a cinema featuring 3D films. Leisure & Fishing Cruises: From Mar del Plata's port you can embark on both fishing and leisure cruises through the surrounding sea. Pleasure cruises travel along some of the region's most dramatic coastline. Ecology & Educational Farms: "La Piedra" and "La Pilarica" Laguna Sierra de los Padres Laguna Sierra is Mar del Plata's premier ecological reserve. This ecological reserve encompasses over 200 hectares of marshland and is ideal for bird watching. Museums: There are two important public museums that reside in Mar del Plata: the Museo Municipal de Arte Juan Carlos Castagnino, and the Museo Archivo Historico Municipal. The art museum contains paintings, drawings, engravings, sculptures and photographs by Mar de Plata artists and various masters of Argentine painting. There are also photographs of Castagnino. Day 8 Punta Arenas We will depart Mar Del Plata after breakfast and travel to Punta Arenas. There we plan to spend the night at Los Navegantes Hotel and enjoy some great wine and dinner. For those who want a little more adventure hiking or running, this will be available as an option during the day. Fort Bulnes: This fort represents the first Chilean settlement in the southern part of the country and includes a jail, water well, post office and stables. Punta Arenas: The city center of Punta Arenas is called Muñoz Gamero Square, dominated by the Monumento a Hernando de Magellan’s a beautiful statue erected in tribute to the discoverer of the strait. Muñoz Gamero Square: Plaza Munoz Gamero (or Plaza de Armas) is the central square in Punta Arenas. It is surrounded by a couple of old impressive mansions, dating from the 19th century, which can be visited. On one side is the Cathedral of the city, the first brick building dating from 1892. Day 9 Punta Arenas & Torres Del Paine We will drive north through the Patagonian region. While in route stop for a break and lunch at the quaint town of Puerto Natales, situated on the shores of Seno Ultima Esperanza. Afterwards, we will continue our drive to Torres del Paine National Park. On the way you will see large herds of sheep and baqueanos (cowboys). As you approach the park along Laguna Amarga, we will have our first views of the spectacular granite Towers of Paine. It is likely we will also enjoy sightings of condors, flocks of pink flamingos, foxes, geese, ñandus (wild ostriches) and other wildlife. After entering the park, you will have a chance to get settled at refugio Torres. Upon arrival a short hike is available for those wishing too. Day 10 thru 14 Torres Del Paine We will begin our day with breakfast, and then you will have the option for a short hike, relaxation or a longer hike along the Ascencia Valley. We cross the river and continue uphill along a lenga and cypress trail. As we pass by campamento Chileno and the foot of Mt. Almirante Nieto, the trail follows a southern beech forest, finally reaching a moraine that takes us to the cirque below the famous Towers of Paine. This is considered a very difficult hike. People doing this hike must be physically fit for strenuous hiking. This hike allows for fast and slower hikers to enjoy equally. Upon returning to the hotel we will enjoy wine and other related treats. The next morning we will explore our surroundings and hike along the northern shore of Lago Nordenskjold. The hike will take about 5-6 hours and lunch will be available. For those interested in the running option it is always available. I suggest a small pack because we will be staying overnight at the Refugio Cuenos. We will hike west of Lago Scottsberg and follow a trail along rolling foothills arriving at the Italian camp. This hike will take about 4-5 hours in duration. You will have enjoyed some incredible view on the east and the glaciated Cerro Paine Grande on the west, as well as Lago Nordenskjold and Lago. We will hike toward Lago Grey and Glacier Grey - a 4 mile wide glacier originating in the Continental Ice Cap. This hike will take 7 to 8 hours. As we hike along Lago Grey, we will see turquoise-colored icebergs blown to the opposite side of the lake by the strong winds. We will hike to Grey Glacier and enjoy the rest of the day back at the Paine Grande Mountain Lodge – Refugio in Pehoé. We will take a catamaran across Lago Pehoé and arrive at Refugio Pudeto where our vehicle is waiting for us. As we drive to the park entrance, we will enjoy the best views of Lago Pehoé, Lago Nordenskjold and Lago Sarmiento as well as the Horns and Towers. Day 15 Home: With many stories of adventures to tell! You’ll enjoy a morning breakfast before being transported to airport for your flight home. Remember to book your next vacation before boarding! People who book then will receive 10% off their next trip. For those who are interested in continuing their adventure, please contact us in order to make further arrangements. WE WILL WORK TO MAKE ANY ARRANGEMENT THAT WORKS WITHIN YOUR SCHEDULE. CONTACT US FOR CUSTOMIZE TRIPS. IF INTERPRETERS ARE NEEDED, ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE. _________________________________________________________ Requirements A good bill of health is required for cycling, hiking, and running. We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included * Qualified English-speaking tour guide; Special arrangements can be made for interpreters if requested. * Accommodations in double rooms do not always include private restroom. Special arrangements made upon request. * All meals and entrance fees to parks * All transportation during tour Excluded: * Flights to Buenos Aires * Departures from Punta Arenas (and to Santiago) * If requested we can make travel arrangements as well Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Adventure Tour

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Ecuador Highlights * Quito, * Baños, * La Mitad Del Mundo, * Alándaluz, * Guayaquil * Montañita, * Riobamba & Nariz Del Diablo, Cotopaxi Galapagos Islands Highlights * Tour Islands on yatch, * Endangered Wildlife, Snorkeling * Charles Darwin Research Station, * Snorkeling- with penguins and sea lions, * Wildlife- 440(+lbs) tortoises, marine and land iguanas All local transportation, meals, lodging, and miscellaneous fees will be included in the price. Note: Hub World Travel tour guides are full time staff members who are knowledgeable of the South America region. The guide will be able to share information and expand your knowledge of the cultural, political, and economic state of the area. We want to ensure you have a wonderful experience and return home with many stories to tell. __________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 Arrival to Quito from international flight Welcome to Ecuador! Arrival from the USA, transfer to Patio Andaluz Hotel. Day 2 Quito City tour, Middle of the World With a privileged location, surrounded by beautiful valleys and spectacular mountains, Quito is close enough to the sky, you can nearly touch it. Quito shows it’s restored colonial district with splendid churches, plazas, galleries & museums. Undiminished by the passage of time and the ferocious forces of nature, Quito's historic center is the best preserved and least altered in all of Latin America, conserving the milieu of Colonial times with all its richness and diversity. This glorious historic centre is a maze of narrow streets lined with exquisite monasteries, churches and antiquated houses, all examples of the most beautiful colonial architecture on the continent. This unique, unequalled, inimitable historic centre undoubtedly deserves the Cultural Patrimony of Humanity, awarded to Quito by UNESCO in 1978. Middle of the world Monument: a small scale replica of Colonial Quito built around the most representative monument that marks where the Equator crosses in South America. Step between both hemispheres surrounded by handicraft shops, restaurants & occasional shows in a very comforting atmosphere. Day 3 Flight to Manta, visit to Tagua handicraft Factory, and Montecristi Flight to Manta in the morning, arrival and transfer to Alandaluz Eco-lodge. On the way to Alandaluz you will visit a "Tagua" factory, also known as "vegetable Ivory" to see how talented crafters make decorative figures from these rare nuts. Another stop will be the city on Montecristi, worldly known for being the place of birth of the Panama Hat. Day ends with the arrival and lodging at Alandaluz Eco lodge. Alandaluz is well-known throughout the world for its eco-tourist practices, which include: water recycling, constructions made out of natural materials (bio-architecture), 90% of the staff is from the Puerto Rico community (local employment), and community conservation education, among others. The lodge has also won two international prizes for best eco-tourism project, is recognized by the Ecuadorian Tourism Board as one of the two best eco-tourist lodges in Ecuador, and won the “Best Eco-lodge in the World” prize given by Lonely Planet in 2006. Lodging in ocean-front bungalows. Day 4 Snorkeling, bird watching, beach relaxation, and hiking The waves will greet you in the morning as you wake up in an ocean-front bungalow. Fruit salad with granola and yogurt accompanied with eggs, bread, jelly, coffee and toast make for a fulfilling breakfast before the day’s excursions. Next, we depart for Puerto Lopez, from where we will take a small yacht for snorkeling and discovering amazing beaches. During the late morning we will discover the great natural wonders of one of the most beautiful virgin beaches on the Ecuadorian coast, Los Frailes Beach, which lies within Machalilla National Park. Here we will hike, snorkel on coral reef & bathe in warm equatorial waters. It has been chosen by its visitors as the most beautiful beach in Ecuador. Surrounded by an untouched environment, this broad beach full with crystalline waters offers curious rocky formations, and walks through the dry forest. There is a lookout point from where you can appreciate the splendor of the area, the "Plata" Island, the small Island of Sucre, as well as the nearby beaches of "La Tortuguita", and "Playa Bonita". The diversity of the vegetation is admirable; it has desertic brushwood, typical thorny bushes, cactus, tuna, "muyuyo", "zapote de perro", "ceibo", Black wood, "algarrobo", Ebony, and Holly Stick. From the 259 bird species that this place has 61 are endemic. There are 100 species registered for the humid zone, between their main representatives we have falcons, hummingbirds, toucans, and woodpeckers. There are 81 registered species of mammals like: the white tailed deer, wild bores, "guanta" rodent, fruit bat & ocelot. Due to the dry semi-deserted climate, the amphibians and reptiles have not developed in a favorable way. There are only 24 recognized species of them. This beach is also frequently used for the nesting of four different species of marine turtles, all of them in danger of extinction. In "Los Frailes" the ecosystems are very complex. They are characterized between a high degree of interaction between the organisms that live stuck to the rocks and those that can move by their own means. The quality of the water, the nutrients, the type of substratum, and the temperature of the water are important factors for its development and growth. We’ll later enjoy a bonfire on the beach after dinner. Day 5 Canopy tour, organic farm, San Vicente Hot Springs, Guayaquil Check-out from Alandaluz. During this day we will discover the hidden treasures of Cantalapiedra. Here you will participate in a canopy tour, and learn about traditional crops in the area. Cantalapiedra is a property with nearly 800 acres located on the north side of the Ayampe River and close to the South Occidental side of the Machalilla National Park. It has the most extensive forests of native bamboo of the Ayampe River basin. They are utilized with sustainable handling techniques. It also has areas of secondary forest with a process of recovery of over 30 years, and significant areas of a primary forest in process of conservation; a special sector known as "Cerro Llovido". A Reforestation Program is taking place and it has allowed the planting of over 40,000 plants of native forest species, and more than 2,000 native and exotic fruit plants. This has been possible thanks to the optimization of irrigation systems, and the re-utilization of gray and black waters through implementing integral recycling systems. This has raised the number of species of birds from two hundred to two hundred thirty in eleven years. Another stop is San Vicente Native Spa, where you will be able to bathe in hot springs, get therapeutic volcanic mud on your skin for a natural revitalizing skin treatment & a great massage. Arrival to Guayaquil at the end of the day, check in at Oro Verde Hotel. Day 6 to 10 Galapagos Hotel pick-up and transfer to the airport to board your flight. Arrival and transfer to Aida Maria Motor Yacht. You’ll enjoy 5 days of touring the Galapagos Islands and experiencing all of the beauty it has to offer. You will be amazed and will have lifetime memories- we promise! After cruise is over on day 10, Galapagos Airport drop off, flight to Guayaquil, airport pick-up, and transfer to Hotel Oro Verde Day 11 Full day Guayaquil City Tour + Guayaquil Historic park Guayaquil, the largest city in Ecuador now presents itself with the magnificent "Malecón 2000", a modern structure with museums, parks, restaurants, gardens, galleries, theaters, monuments and walkways to enjoy the refreshing breeze of the Guayas River. You will also visit the Iguana Park, "Las Peñas" Historical Neighborhood which has been recently renovated, Santa Ana Hill where you can have a panoramic view of the whole city, and a scenic tour of other areas downtown Guayaquil. For lunch, we’ll enjoy a typical coastal Ecuadorian style lunch. Guayaquil Historic Park joins important elements of our beloved city of the late 1800’s and 1900’s. The Refuge for Wildlife rescues important ecosystems such as mangroves, tropical dry forest and flooded savannas, characteristic of the region. In the Urban Rescue Area you find renovated buildings that were located in the downtown area dating from 100 years back. The Traditions Area displays the customs of the surroundings of Guayaquil back in time as well as traditional crops and medicinal plants. Day 12 Travel from Guayaquil to Riobamba, visit to Andean Indigenous Farm. The ride up to the Andes will help you understand the diversity of climates and wildlife in Ecuador, from its flooded coastal lands, to its snow-capped volcanoes near Riobamba. If the weather is clear, we might be able to see the all-mighty Chimborazo, the highest mountain in Ecuador at 20700 feet above sea level. During the afternoon, we’ll visit an indigenous farm to learn about their daily life, beliefs, and farm activities. We end the day by checking into Abraspungo Country Inn, right outside of Riobamba. Day 13 Train on the Avenue of Volcanoes, Devil’s Nose, Ingapirca Ruins, and Cuenca Transfer to train station. Our train to the town of Alausi departs at 7am from Riobamba. This unique train ride will take us on an unforgettable journey through the central Andes passing by snow-covered volcanoes, native villages & finally the Devil’s Nose, a famous mountain that is known for its incredible surroundings. What most people like is that the train goes relatively slow & is safely equipped to ride on top of the wagons, allowing an amazing view of the surrounding Andes. At Alausi, we will be picked up and driven to Ingapirca, Ecuador’s most important archeological ruins that date back before Incan times. Here you will learn about the "children of the sun", as well as the people who inhabited these lands before the arrival of the Incas. Lunch is served at a nearby hacienda. The day ends at the most beautiful city in Ecuador, Cuenca! Day 14 Cuenca Full day, flight to Quito. Our day begins early with a Cuenca city tour, visiting the most outstanding sites. Walking around the central part of Cuenca is like going back in time. The colonial architecture of the city has been well maintained. A tour around the city of Cuenca visits the heart of the colonial city as well as an Inca wall which has been kept up since the 15th century and the best Panama Hat Factory. The surroundings of Cuenca are also very beautiful. The landscape is a bit less abrupt than that of the Northern Andes, but the rolling hills and the rivers are spectacular. This city is also known for its 52 colonial style catholic churches and cobblestone streets. After the city tour we’ll check out of the hotel, transfer to the airport, and board the flight to Quito. Upon arrival, we’ll check-in at Patio Andaluz Hotel. Day 15 Farewell, flight back to United States Transfer to Quito International Airport. Thank you for choosing our services. We hope you have thoroughly enjoyed and have created lifetime memories through your travels in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. __________________________________________________________ Requirements A good bill of health is required for cycling, hiking, and running. We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included: * Ten nights of lodging, see hotel pictures at the end * Meals (drinks with lunches & dinners not included) * All private airport pickups and drop offs * All excursions mentioned in Itinerary with entrances, and national park entrances * All airplane tickets * Excursion on Galapagos cruise in double occupancy with all excursions according to the vessel’s planned itinerary, all meals, bilingual naturalist guidance level III, airport pick-up and drop off in Galapagos, airfare Quito – Galapagos – Quito, Galapagos National park Entrance Fee, Ingala Migration Control Card. Not Included: * Any type of insurance * Gratuities to guides, drivers & crew * Some meals * Drinks & alcoholic beverages during meals Meal observations: If guests require special meals, if you are allergic to something, or if you are a vegetarian or vegan, please let us know in advance so that we can make the proper arrangements for your meals. If requested we can make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Kylie at kylie.holland@hubworldtravel.com or 1-800-637-3110. Terms & Conditions

Best of the Pacific NW

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dates: Customized pricing: $2350 Highlights * Portland Pearl District arts community * 23rd street shopping * Fine Dining * Forest Park: Hiking and running * Columbia River Gorge Portland Women’s Forum * Crown Point Vista House * Waterfalls * Tour Oregon’s premier wineries and tasting rooms * Sample from Portland’s 28 breweries * Mt Hood & Mt Rainer Hiking, running, and scenic views * Seattle Market & San Juan Islands All local transportation, meals, lodging, and miscellaneous fees will be included in the price. Note: The Hub World Travel tour guide is a full time staff member who lives in Portland area and is knowledgeable of the Pacific Northwest. The guide will be able to share information and expand your knowledge of the cultural, political, and economic state of the area. Also, the guide is trained for emergency response situations that may arise. We want to ensure you have a wonderful experience and return home with many stories to tell. ________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 Portland, Oregon You will be picked up from the Portland International Airport (PDX) in the afternoon and taken to the hotel. At the hotel you will be greeted by your tour guide. In the evening we will enjoy dinner with the tour group and review the trip itinerary. Day 2 Portland, Oregon There is a 5k run/walk downtown for those who wish to participate. Hub World Travel partners with Ethiopia Project to sponsor events designed to raise money and awareness for humanitarian effort as well as helping low-income communities, orphanages, and cities that are in need. After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel to tour waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Multnomah Falls Lodge before continuing onto more waterfalls, views from the Vista House, and the Portland Women’s Forum of the scenic Gorge area. You will return to Portland where you will have the options of * To enjoy a hike in Forest Park * Tour the Pearl District and Downtown Portland shopping area * Take a stroll on the unique NW 23rd Street. Day 3 Oregon Coast We will enjoy many of the sights along the Northern Oregon Coast. The tour will begin in Cannon Beach where we will have ample time to go on hikes, go beach combing, and explore gift shops. In the evening we will enjoy spectacular coastal sunsets. Then we will travel back to Portland, OR for an evening of relaxation and dining. Cannon Beach: At Cannon Beach we will have fun hiking along cliffs, walking along the sandy beach, viewing lighthouses, and shopping. Also, Cannon Beach boasts of many scenic views including beautiful shorelines, cliffs, and an up-close view of the famous Haystack Rock. Learn More Tillamook Cheese Factory: Then to Tillamook Cheese Factory for a short stop. This is a popular tourist attraction where visitors can see and learn about the cheese-making process. The Tillamook Cheese Factory is also a great place to taste special reserve cheeses, ice cream, and yogurt. Also, an excellent stop for buying gifts for family and friends. Day 4 thru 7 Portland, Oregon After breakfast, we will depart for a 4 day scenic hike (run optional) around Mt. Hood. You will enjoy fantastic views, waterfalls, wildlife, and wild flowers along the trails. On Day 7 we will finish the hike and travel to the Bonneville Resort for dinner, spa, and relaxation. Timberline Trail: The Timberline Trail #600 is an excellent trail that circles Mt. Hood at or near timberline. This is one of the most popular hikes to do in the area because of the trail length and the variations of scenic views (mountains, waterfalls, rivers, meadows, forests, wildlife). Each day everyone will hike to designated stopping points. Support groups will set up camp at these designated points and prepare meals for the group. Learn More Day 8 North Bonneville, Washington You will enjoy a full day at the Bonneville Resort to truly relax. A small spa package is included. If you wish additional services can be arranged at the hotel, but are not included in the trip itinerary. Learn More Day 9 Mt Rainier Washington After enjoying breakfast at the Bonneville Resort, we will travel to Mt. Rainier. We will be stopping frequently to take advantage of great photo opportunities of the amazing views of Mt Rainer and its surroundings. There is a short hike scheduled to get you up close to an amazing waterfall. Every step of the way will be filled with scenic views. After the hike you will travel to Seattle for dinner and entertainment. Day 10 Seattle, Washington Following breakfast, we will explore Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market and waterfront. Pike Place Market encompasses nine acres and 100 years of operation. A ferry ride to Bainbridge Island is optional. Bainbridge Island has an assortment of vineyards with different wines available. Also, the views from the ferry ride and the island of the Puget Sound are incredible. Learn More Day 11-13 San Juan Islands You will travel to the San Juan Islands to visit Lopez Island, Orcas Island, and Friday Harbor. You will stay the night on Orcas Island at Rosario’s Resort and Spa one night, and then you will travel to Friday Harbor for the second night. This will give you a full view of the San Juan Islands, Puget Sound and all its beauty. You will return to Seattle late in the evening on Sunday for dinner. Lopez Island: Spencer Spit State Park on Lopez Island is a 138-acre marine and camping park. The park is named for the lagoon-enclosing sand spit on which it rests. The park has a reputation for excellent crabbing, clamming and "car-top boating." This is one of the few state parks in the San Juan Islands that is accessible by automobile. Orcas Island: Moran State Park on Orcas Island is a 5,252-acre park with five freshwater lakes and over 30 miles of hiking trails. Mt. Constitution is the highest point on the San Juan Islands and stands at 2,409-foot-high. There stands a stone observation tower built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936. From the tower there are great panoramic views of the surrounding islands, the Cascade Mountains and a variety of Canadian and American cities. Orcas Island also offers casual to fine dining, boutiques, galleries, a performing arts center, and a history museum. Whale watching, sea kayaking and golfing can also be enjoyed as well as numerous festivals and a May-September Farmers' Market. Learn More Friday Harbor: Enjoy a variety of different options of things to do here. Popular activities involve touring the island on a moped, hiking at numerous parks, and beach combing just to name a few. On this island you may see: * Rabbit warrens, foxes, and bald eagles * Orca whales and porpoises * The Olympic Mountain range Day 14 Seattle, Washington After breakfast, you will provide transportation to the Sea-Tac Airport. We offer various extensions and other services such as car rental, hotel/guesthouse accommodation which will be tailored to your needs. WE WILL WORK TO MAKE ANY ARRANGEMENT THAT WORKS WITHIN YOUR SCHEDULE. CONTACT US FOR CUSTOMIZE TRIPS. IF INTERPRETERS ARE NEEDED, ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE. ________________________________________________________ Requirements A good bill of health is required for hiking and/or running. We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 degrees to 90 degrees, with cooler evenings, especially the elevation levels where temperatures could drop just above freezing at night. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included * Qualified English-speaking tour guide; Special arrangements can be made for interpreters if requested. * Accommodations in double rooms do not always include private restroom. Special arrangements made upon request. * All meals and entrance fees to parks * All transportation during tour Excluded: * Flights to Portland, Oregon (United States) * Departures from Seattle Washington (United States) If requested we can make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Piedmont Gourmet Tour

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dates: Contact Us! Day 1: Arrival Arrival and welcome aperitif with Moscato d'Asti (a prestigious white wine) and traditional Piedmontese desserts. Dinner at a traditional restaurant. Overnight stay in a Nice Hotel surrounded by picturesque vineyards at the very heart of the Langhe area. Day 2: DISCOVERING THE LANGA OF BAROLO Buffet Italian breakfast. Visit to the picturesque castle in Barolo, where the Marquess Juliette Colbert named the world-famous red wine after the name of the town she loved so much. In the ancient cellars of the castle visit the Regional Enoteca of Barolo, i.e. a prestigious wine shop offering a comprehensive selection of Barolo of different vintages and producers. In the afternoon, visit to the imposing fortress of Serralunga. The medieval village is perched on a hilltop: step back in time and wander round the cobbled narrow streets. Dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight in Hotel. Day 3: DISCOVERING THE LANGA OF BARBARESCO Buffet Italian breakfast. Visit to a family-run winemaking estate located in the area where Barbaresco is produced. Wine tasting workshop led by the estate owners. Visit to Alba, one of the region's most interesting and thriving towns, with medieval towers, Baroque and Renaissance architecture, and cobbled streets full of specialist delicatessens and shops. Visit to an important local factory that produces torrone (hazelnut nougat) with tasting workshop. Dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight overnight in Hotel. Day 4: ENJOYING CHEESE AND SALAMI Buffet Italian breakfast. Visit to Grinzane Cavour. The castle hosts a Regional Enoteca of Piedmontese Wines and a museum that recreates an authentic picture of life in the 17th and 19th century. Visit to La Morra, a quiet hilltop town featuring a breathtaking 'belvedere' on the surrounding hills covered with tidy vineyards. Tasting of different kinds of Piedmontese cheese together with a selection of local salame in a prestigious wine shop in town. Dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight in Hotel. Day 5: DISCOVERING THE MONFERRATO AREA Buffet Italian breakfast. Visit to a distillery in Canelli and tasting of a range of excellent grappas and Asti Spumante (sparkling white). Visit to Acqui Terme, which boasts important Roman spas remains and a hot water (75° C) spring. Dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight in Hotel. Day 6: Departure Price per person based in double occupancy euro 1300 single occupancy euro 1470 Availability for individual stay ahead or behind The price includes: *5 BB Htl 4 Stars Sup / Villa or Castle ( Buffet Breakfast ) *4 Light Lunch + 1 Dinner *4 cooking classes followed by dinner *5 Wine-Tasting (2 Langhe area + 1 Grinzane + 1 Verduno + 1 Roero ) *Coach service for all the Tour *1 Tour Guide for all the Tour The price does not include: *The Extra *The Drinks ( Farewell Dinner are included ) *The Porterage *New increases, or new Coach taxes in the Italian cities *All not indicated to "The price include" *Tips Terms & Conditions

Sicilian Gardens Tour

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dates: 2-9 May 2010 pricing: TBA Day 1: Palermo Arrival at Palermo airport and meet your tour manager. Transfer to your hotel in Palermo followed by a welcome cocktail and presentation of the tour. Dinner and overnight in hotel. Day 2: Palermo - Monreale After breakfast, departure to visit the Botanical Garden in Palermo, founded between 1779-95, where one may admire a remarkable collection of plants from the tropics and subtropics including giant fig trees from Asia and Australia, aloes, a fine selection of Mediterranean plants, palms and tropical trees. Continue to Villa Giulia. Goethe visited this garden in 1787 and described it as “the most wonderful spot on earth…it seems enchanted and transports one back into the ancient world”. Independent lunch and continue for a visit of the magnificent Villa Bordonaro. Free time in Palermo. Dinner and overnight. Day 3: Palermo - Bagheria After breakfast depart for your guided visit of Villa Camastra (which dates back to the XVth century) situated along the way to Monreale, acquired and restored by the Tasca family in the 1800’s. We will see the two gardens, “first garden”, in front of the neoclassical villa and the “romantic garden” divided by ponds and groves in three areas. Continue to the villa and gardens of Malfitano maintained by the Whitaker foundation where one may admire an outstanding collection of exotic plants. Independent Lunch and continue to Bagheria where you will visit “Villa Palagonia” known all over the world for its grotesques carved out of local tufa stone. Continue on your guided visit of the baroque XVII century villas of Bagheria. Return to your hotel in Palermo for dinner and overnight. Day 4: Taormina After breakfast departure to Taormina. Arrival and free time to admire this beautiful town and its famous Greek theatre.Dinner and overnight. Day 5: Taormina - Giardini Naxos After breakfast, guided visit of the lovely garden and house of Casa Cuseni built by Robert Kitson in 1907. This garden has a distinctive English atmosphere and a spectacular view of Mount Etna and the sea. Continue to the gardens of Villa Madonna della Rocca. The hanging gardens are deeply terraced with magnificent views of the Greek theatre to the east and the sea to the west. Independent Lunch. Afternoon at disposal for relax in this beautiful area. Dinner and overnight. Day 6: Lentini - Siracusa After breakfast departure for Lentini for your guided visit of the garden of Il Biviere a truly unique Mediterranean garden, illustrated by the owner. Independent Lunch and continue to Siracuse for a brief visit of the town and the gardens of “Villa Lucia”. Dinner and overnight. Day 7: Piazza Armerina - Palermo After breakfast, departure to Villa Romana del Casale, where you will admire the mosaics found in the roman villa and the garden located in the centre of the villa complex. Independent Lunch in Piazza Armerina and continue to Palermo for farewell dinner and overnight. Day 8: Departure After breakfast transfer to Palermo Airport. Departure Price per person based in double occupancy euro 1450 single occupancy euro 1720 Availability for individual stay ahead or behind The price includes: *7 BB in 4 Stars central located Hotels ( Buffet Breakfast ) *6 Dinner in Hotel or nearby restaurant + 1 Farewell Dinner *Porterage in every Hotels *1 Tour Escort gardens specialist for all the Tour - Presence of the Villa owner, if possible. *All the Entrances *Coach services for all the Tour The price does not include: *The Extra *The Drinks ( Farewell Dinner are included ) *The Tips *All not indicated to "The price include" *New increases, or new Coach taxes in the Italian cities For more information please contact: 1-800-637-3110. Terms & Conditions

Tuscan Gourmet Experience

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dates: Contact Us! pricing: TBA Day 1: Group meets in Tuscany. (D) Private transfer to the Agriturismo/Farm. Welcome guided wine tasting and dinner at the Villa with a special Tuscan menu. Day 2: Altesino Visit the Altesino winery located in the area where Brunello di Montalcino is produced and wine tasting. Visit the historical centre of the hill-top medieval town of Montalcino and lunch at local restaurant. Visit San Antimo Abbey, whose origins are lost in the times around 781 by Charlemagne and then Visit the Tenuta Il Poggione for wine tasting Day 3: Motepulciano Visit of one of the most attractive hills towns in Tuscany, Montepulciano and the monumental cellars of Poliziano Wine tasting in Palazzo Avignonesi, a late Renaissance palace which has always been the Avignonesi’s family cellars seat and lunch with local wines at a local restaurant. Visit the Fattoria del Cerro for wine tasting, followed by the visit of the town of Pienza, created on the "ideal city" idea of Pope Pius II and known for its pecorino cheese Day 4: Greve in Chianti Visit of Greve in Chianti, the "Capital" of Northern Chianti, and its market square. Visit to the winery Fontodi for wine tasting and Lunch at a traditional restaurant Walking along the Antinori vineyards at Badia a Passignano or around the small castle of Montefioralle,one of the most ancient villages in the Chianti region. Cooking lesson at your the Agriturismo/Farm with Handmade pasta menu and dinner with the products of the work of the participants and the appropriate wines. Day 5: Siena Guided visit to the medieval town of Siena, with its Piazza del Campo, famous for the Palio horse race and the stunning Cathedral. Lunch with wine tasting lesson at a local Winery. Guided visit to Abbadia Isola, formerly a pilgrim hospice and then abbey. Day 6: Impruenta Visit of Impruneta, reknown for terracotta pottery and visit of the Abbey. Visit to the oil farm La Querce and oil tasting followed by lunch at Villa La Querc e Guided visit to the winery Corzano and Paterno in San Casciano and wine tasting. Cooking lesson at Agriturismo/Farm with Tuscan menu for friends and dinner with the products of the work of the participants and the appropriate wines. Day 7: Tour ends Private bus transfer to Florence - Group drop off in Florence. Price per person based in double occupancy euro 1400 single occupancy euro 1650 Availability for individual stay ahead or behind The price includes: *6 BB 15th century Villa *5 Lunch with drinks + 1 Dinner *2 cooking class with dinner *7 Wine-Tasting + 1 Olive oil tasting *Bus service for all the Tour *1 Tour Guide for all the Tour The price does not include: *The Extra *The Porterage *The Tips *All not indicated to "The price include" *New increases, or new Bus taxes in the Italian cities For more information please contact: 1-800-637-3110. Terms & Conditions

Oregon 3-Day Tour

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dates: TBA pricing: TBA//Half price for kids under 12 hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Portland Highlights Council Crest Park: Views of Downtown Portland, Mt. Hood, St. Helen and more. Pittock Mansion: Views of Cascade mountains, forest park and Downtown Portland Portland Japanese Rose Garden’s: Over 500 varieties of roses on its 4.5 acres. Northwest 23 Avenue/21 Avenue: Boutiques, variety of excellent independent restaurants and a great location to feel the cultural hum of the city. The Pearl District: Tour art galleries and boutique shops Powell’s City of Books: World’s Largest Independent Bookstore with both used and new book collections Portland’s Classical Chinese Garden Tom McCall’s Waterfront Park: Take a moment to relax on the River Place Marina on the waterfront Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Drive along the Columbia River Gorge Historic Highway and see waterfalls, viewpoints, lush green forests, and wildlife. Learn from a geology perspective of how the Columbia River Gorge was formed. * Horsetail Falls * Multnomah Falls * Wahkeena Falls * Shepperds Dell Falls * Latourell Falls * Portland Women’s Forum * Crown Point Vista House Columbia River Gorge Hike Hike on some of the most scenic trails in the Gorge. Trails range in difficulty based off length and elevation gain. See many waterfalls and creeks as they flow down into the Columbia River. * Multnomah Falls * Wahkeena Falls Loop * Larch Mountain Trail * Eagle Creek Trail Mount Hood * Timberline Lodge * Government Camp * Trillium Lake * Sandy River * Ski Bowl _________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 Portland Arts & City Tour At the hotel you will be greeted by your tour guide. Come join us for some of the best sightseeing and touring of Portland. See different areas of the city while enjoying views of Mt. Hood, Mt. St Helen and more. Spend the morning or afternoon in a variety of art galleries with local renowned artists. The Portland art scene is widely recognized for its talented artists, galleries, and historic contributions to non-profit organizations. Portland’s art scene is a significant contributor to the city’s progress. We will visit the beautiful Pittock Mansion in Portland’s West Hills. This mansion overlooks the city and has architectural wonders. The mansion stands as a memorial to the Pittock family and is a part of living history of the city. In the evening we will enjoy some of the best featured dining spots in Portland just off the beat and path. Day 2 Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and tour waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge. Stand above the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular views of many waterfalls along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Multnomah Falls Lodge before continuing onto more waterfalls, views from the Vista House, and the Portland Women’s Forum of the scenic Gorge area. You travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening entertainment. We have chosen a special place for you to enjoy dinner and spend a little time exploring the Pearl District scene. For those interested in a little music and entertainment we selected a great place to enjoy some lively jazz music and have some fun. Day 3 Oregon Coastal Tour We will enjoy many of the sights along the Northern Oregon Coast. The tour will begin in Cannon Beach where we will have ample time to go on hikes, go beach combing, and explore gift shops. In the evening we will enjoy spectacular coastal sunsets while enjoying dinner near the costal beach. Then we will travel back to Portland, for an evening of relaxation. Cannon Beach: at Cannon Beach we will have fun hiking along cliffs, walking along the sandy beach, viewing lighthouses, and shopping. Also, Cannon Beach boasts of many scenic views including beautiful shorelines, cliffs, and an up-close view of the famous Haystack Rock. Tillamook Cheese Factory: Then to Tillamook Cheese Factory for a short stop. This is a popular tourist attraction where visitors can see and learn about the cheese-making process. The Tillamook Cheese Factory is also a great place to taste special reserve cheeses, ice cream, and yogurt. Also, an excellent stop for buying gifts for family and friends. _________________________________________________________ Requirements We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included Qualified English-speaking tour guide; Special arrangements can be made for interpreters. Accommodations in double rooms do not always include private restroom. Special arrangements made upon request. Dedicated Tour Guide and transportation during your entire stay Excluded: If requested we can help make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Portland/St. Helens 3-Day Tour

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dates: Contact Us! pricing: TBA//Half price for kids under 12 hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Portland Highlights Council Crest Park: Views of Downtown Portland, Mt. Hood, St. Helen and more. Pittock Mansion: Views of Cascade mountains, forest park and Downtown Portland Portland Japanese Rose Garden’s: Over 500 varieties of roses on its 4.5 acres. Northwest 23 Avenue/21 Avenue: Boutiques, variety of excellent independent restaurants and a great location to feel the cultural hum of the city. The Pearl District: Tour art galleries and boutique shops Powell’s City of Books: World’s Largest Independent Bookstore with both used and new book collections Portland’s Classical Chinese Garden Tom McCall’s Waterfront Park: Take a moment to relax on the River Place Marina on the waterfront Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Drive along the Columbia River Gorge Historic Highway and see waterfalls, viewpoints, lush green forests, and wildlife. Learn from a geology perspective of how the Columbia River Gorge was formed. * Horsetail Falls * Multnomah Falls * Wahkeena Falls * Shepperds Dell Falls * Latourell Falls * Portland Women’s Forum * Crown Point Vista House Columbia River Gorge Hike Hike on some of the most scenic trails in the Gorge. Trails range in difficulty based off length and elevation gain. See many waterfalls and creeks as they flow down into the Columbia River. * Multnomah Falls * Wahkeena Falls Loop * Larch Mountain Trail * Eagle Creek Trail Mount Hood * Timberline Lodge * Government Camp * Trillium Lake * Sandy River * Ski Bowl ________________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1 Portland Arts & City Tour At the hotel you will be greeted by your tour guide. Come join us for some of the best sightseeing and touring of Portland. See different areas of the city while enjoying views of Mt. Hood, Mt. St Helen and more. Spend the morning or afternoon in a variety of art galleries with local renowned artists. The Portland art scene is widely recognized for its talented artists, galleries, and historic contributions to non-profit organizations. Portland’s art scene is a significant contributor to the city’s progress. We will visit the beautiful Pittock Mansion in Portland’s West Hills. This mansion overlooks the city and has architectural wonders. The mansion stands as a memorial to the Pittock family and is a part of living history of the city. In the evening we will enjoy some of the best featured dining spots in Portland just off the beat and path. Day 2 Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and tour waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge. Stand above the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular views of many waterfalls along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Multnomah Falls Lodge before continuing onto more waterfalls, views from the Vista House, and the Portland Women’s Forum of the scenic Gorge area. You travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening entertainment. We have chosen a special place for you to enjoy dinner and spend a little time exploring the Pearl District scene. For those interested in a little music and entertainment we selected a great place to enjoy some lively jazz music and have some fun. Day 3 Mount Hood Loop Tour After breakfast, we will depart for a scenic close up view of Mt. Hood. You will enjoy fantastic views, waterfalls, wildlife, and wild flowers along the trails. You will travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening entertainment. We have chosen a special place for you to enjoy a casual dining spot. Then spend a little more time exploring 23rd Ave at night with its entire street and music scene. For those interested in a little more music and entertainment we selected the Candle Light Room as a starting point. ________________________________________________________ Requirements We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included Qualified English-speaking tour guide; Special arrangements can be made for interpreters. Accommodations in double rooms do not always include private restroom. Special arrangements made upon request. Dedicated Tour Guide and transportation during your entire stay Excluded: If requested we can help make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Portland City Tour

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Tour Length: 3.5 hours Dates: year round Departure Time: 9:00am or 2:00pm Days of Week: daily Cost: $50 per person (Price includes, pick up and drop off at select hotels only) Experience Portland, the City of Roses, on our popular Portland City Tour. This guided 3.5 hour driving tour introduces you to many of the city's best highlights and some well kept secrets. Our experienced guides will share history, local stories and more in a comfortable and enjoyable format. Highlights include: Pittock Mansion: A French Renaissance Chateau listed on the national registry of historic places. Emjoy the spectacular views from the grounds of the Pittock Mansion. Portland Rose Garden: Enjoy a stroll through the world’s largest rose test garden with over 500 varieties of roses on 5.5 acres. Downtown Portland: Enjoy evening views along the Portland waterfront and across the Willamette River to view the city skyline from the east side of the river. This is a great location for a romantic photograph with Portland city skyline in the background. The Pearl District and Nob Hill shopping- Boutiques, art galleries, coffee shops, fine dining and more. This part of Portland is popular with residents and visitors alike. Powell’s City of Books – This renowned Portland icon is indeed a small city unto itself. You can end your tour here and spend a few hours browsing this city block of new and used books. ______________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Bonus Tour: Choose a Wednesday or Saturday tour and have the option to include a Wine Tour. Priced at $128.00 per person. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Traveling alone, looking to meet visitors from around the world? Contact us! Click here to view the Terms and Conditions

Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum Tour & Oregon Coastal Tour

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dates: year round days of week: Monday, Friday, Sunday duration: 8.0 hrs departure: 9:00am until 5:30pm pricing: $100 per person (cCustomized group pricing available) 8:30-9:00 a.m. Pick up Schedule: Meet in hotel lobby for transportation. The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is an aviation museum which displays a number of military and civilian aircraft and spacecraft, most notably, the Hughes H-4 Hercules “Spruce Goose”. Other museum attractions include: Historic Aircraft Collection, Interactive Children’s Exhibits, Aircraft Presentations and Tours, Rotors, Wings, and a wine tasting on site. Our next stop: Oregon’s Coastline is graced with unforgettable vistas: dramatic cliffs, offshore rocks and sea lions; wide sandy beaches; majestic capes; historic lighthouses; enchanted forests and lovely small beach towns which artists and artisans make their home. On this coastal tour, we will take you to Pacific City, a story book beach town with many scenic views including beautiful shorelines and Haystack Rock. Enjoy lunch on the beach before our visit to Cape Mears State Park and its spectacular views of the dramatic Oregon Coastline. Then we head to Tillamook Cheese Factory where you can see cheese being made in front of your eyes and you can sample a wide variety of cheeses, as well as taste the creamiest and freshest ice cream around. Then we head back to Portland for a chance to freshen up before dinner and entertainment. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Workshops & Teambuilding Projects

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dates: Customized duration: 4 - 8 hours pricing: Customized//Half price for kids under 12 hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Hub World Travel will coordinate with conventions, conferences, and spiritual healing workshops to provide organized tours. Customized tours include: * Portland City Tour * Columbia Gorge Waterfall Tour * Pacific Northwest Winery Tour * Oregon Beach & Winery Tour * Mt. Hood Loop Tour * Mt. St. Helen Scenic Tour * Portland Brewery Tour * Evergreen Aviation Museum and Wine Tour * Columbia Gorge Waterfall & Winery Tour Combo * Portland City Tour & Winery Tour Combo * Portland Oregon Shopping Tour __________________________________________________________ Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Portland City Tour/Waterfalls Combo

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Dates: Daily Departures: 9:00am until 5:30pm Pricing: $88 per person / Half price for kids under 12 Tour requires a minimum of 4 or more people to confirm. If you do not have 4 in your party please contact us at 1-800-637-3110. Combine a tour of Portland, the City of Roses, with a short trip out to the Columbia Gorge National Scenic area for a few highlights of spectacular waterfalls and vistas. This combination tour includes the following: Portland Highlights Downtown Portland: Visit Portland's heart of the city, Pioneer Square, plus the Park blocks, Willamette River waterfront views, and more. OMSI: Enjoy evening views along the Portland waterfront and across the Willamette River from the east side location of the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. This is a great location for a romantic photograph with the Portland city skyline in the background. Pittock Mansion: A French Renaissance Chateau listed on the national registry of historic places. Enjoy the spectacular views over Portland from the grounds of the mansion. Portland Rose Garden: Enjoy a stroll through the world’s largest rose test garden with over 500 varieties of roses on 5.5 acres. The Pearl District and Nob Hill shopping- Boutiques, art galleries, coffee shops, fine dining and more. This part of Portland is popular with residents and visitors alike. Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls We'll introduce you tothe Columbia River Gorge National Scenic area, a geologic wonder that forms the border between northern Oregon and southern Washington. Let us guide you with a fun and educational tour of basalt cliffs, year round waterfalls, the charming Historic Highway and epic views. This 3.5 hour tour begins with a short, 20-minute drive along I-84 east where the guides share information about Portland and the geology of the gorge. Follow the Sandy River to the Crown Point Vista House, a unique visitor’s facility built in 1916 situated 733 feet above the Columbia River, offering phenomenal views and photo opportunities of the gorge. We'll continue along the Historic Highway where guests will have an opportunity to get out of the van and view Latourell Falls. There will be a half hour stop at Multnomah Falls to view the 620 foot falls, with time to visit the gift shop and visitor’s center in the historic lodge. Other waterfalls that may be seen from the Highway route include Sheppard’s Dell Falls, Wahkeena Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horsetail Falls. _______________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Bonus Tour: Choose a Wednesday or Saturday tour and have the option to include a Wine Tour. Priced at $128.00 per person. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Traveling alone, looking to meet visitors from around the world? Contact us! Click here to view the Terms and Conditions

Portland 7-Day Tour

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dates: Customized pricing: $480//Half price for kids under 12 hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Portland Highlights tour includes Council Crest Park - views of Portland, Mt. Hood, St. Helens. Pittock Mansion - spectacular views of surrounding mountains and forests The mansion overlooks downtown and gives visitors a glimpse into Portland’s past. Portland Rose Garden - over 500 varieties of roses grow on its 5.5 acres, and beautiful views of the city and surrounds. Japanese Garden – nestled in Portland’s West Hills, it is considered one of the most authentic gardens outside of Japan. Classical Chinese Garden - this “living museum of Chinese trees and flora” is one of Portland’s best kept secrets. The Pearl District and NW 23 Avenue - boutiques, art galleries, fine dining…this is a great place to feel the cultural hum of the city. Powell’s City of Books – this renowned Portland icon is indeed a small city unto itself, one in which getting lost is a true delight. Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Explore the Columbia River Gorge and stand above the second highest year round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular waterfalls along the historic Columbia River Highway. Scenic Winery Tours Experience wine tasting at some of the area’s best wineries and unique tasting rooms. The vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines, mountains, and the valley below. Scenic Mt. Hood Tour At 11,249 feet, the glacier-clad Mt. Hood is Oregon’s tallest peak and the 4th highest in the Cascade Range. Waterfalls, wildlife, wild flowers, trails, Timberline Lodge…the mountain is beloved for its beauty and recreational opportunities. Scenic Oregon & Washington Coastal Tours Explore the beautiful Oregon and Washington Coast. Visit the quaint towns of Cannon Beach, Astoria, Chinook and Long Beach. You can even slip your shoes off and take a stroll along the beaches on this coastline that boasts of awesome views! ________________________________________________________ Itinerary Depart for some of the best sightseeing and touring of Portland and surrounding area. See different areas of the city while enjoying views of Mt. Hood, Mt. St Helens and more. Day 1 Portland City Tour Start your morning with Portland best ( Stumptown Coffee) and breakfast at Bijou Café located at 132 SW 3rd Ave, (503-222-3187). Then you will tour the historic Pittock Mansion (Left) in Portland’s West Hills. This mansion overlooks the city and has architectural wonders. We’ll visit the Rose and Japanese Gardens which include over 500 species of roses and great views of Portland. We will take a tour of 23rd Ave where you’ll see many boutique shops and local arts and crafts. Then tour local art museums and galleries in the Pearl District as well as a stop at world renowned Powell Books. We’ll return to the Hilton Main hotel to relax and freshen up before experiencing some of the best featured dining spots in Portland just off the beaten path. The renown Jake’s Grill in the Pearl District. Day 2 Columbia Gorge Tour After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and tour waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge: Stand at the base of the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular views of many waterfalls along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Multnomah Falls Lodge before continuing onto more waterfalls, views from the Vista House, and the Portland Women’s Forum of the scenic Gorge area. Day 3 Oregon Premier Wineries Tour We will continue our adventure with a tour of Oregon premier wine country. These vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines and valley below. Savor the bold, crisp, and delicious flavors among the varieties of Pinots, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot, and many more.. After the wine tour, we’ll travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening entertainment. We have chosen a special place for you to enjoy dinner and spend a little time exploring the Pearl District scene. Our reccomendation: Dinner: Andina Restaurant/Mestizo located at 1314 NW Glisan st Day 4 Mt. Hood Loop Tour We will continue on a scenic close up view of Mt. Hood, Hood River, Bonneville Dam, and a short hike in the surrounding area. We will travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening. We have chosen a special place for you to enjoy a casual dining spot. Joe’s located on 23rd and Glisan. Then spend a little more time exploring 23rd Ave in the evening enjoying the cultural hum of Portland. Day 5 Oregon Coastal Tour Great time to sneak into Mother’s Bistro for breakfast. Then depart Portland for the Oregon Coast. First stop is Cannon Beach, a story book beach town with many scenic views including beautiful shorelines and Haystack Rock. Visit Ecola State Park and it’s spectacular views of the dramatic Oregon Coastline. Then off to Manzanita, Tillamook, Cape Meadares Lighthouse and Ocean Side. Day 6 Evergreen Aviation Museum and Wine Tour The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is an aviation museum which displays a number of military and civilian aircraft and spacecraft, most notably, the Hughes H-4 Hercules "Spruce Goose". On the way, experience wine tasting at some of the area’s best wineries and unique tasting rooms in the South Willamette Valley. The vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines, mountains, and the valley below . Our first stop will be Erath Winery, Lange Winery and Tori Mori Winery Day 7 Adventure & Shopping Portland City Wander around the city: Walk through the Pearl, Portland Art Museum, Stroll around the waterfront, Air Trans to OSHU, Japanese Garden OMSI and More Open day. Some options include: A trip to Sauvie Island to visit fruit stands, a corn maze, pumpkin pathes and picturesque Oregon farm country, North Mississpii and Alberta arts districts, Hawthorne District and Mt. Tabor and Grotto Gardens Or Coastal tour to Newport, Dopoe Bay, Pacific City and enjoy a nice dinner in OceanSide on the beach ________________________________________________________ Featured Restaurants Bijou: Butter-yellow walls and heavy-handed, Spanish-inspired nude paintings mesh with green-and-blue checked tablecloths and a post-soccer game crowd. A whitewashed industrial ceiling and partially exposed kitchen frame a healthy gourmet menu in an unpretentious setting. Bijou offers traditional breakfast and lunch staples, but also features a daily changing menu with seasonal dishes and chef's specialties. Menu items include brioche French toast and the Bijou Burger, a 1/3-pound Painted Hills beef patty dressed up with spicy, sweet house-made jalapeno chutney. Andina: A piazza-like layout brings the warmth of the open kitchen into the earth-toned dining room, its terra-cotta walls bedecked with vivid, indigenous art. A wall of windows provides prime people-watching, while a roaming guitarist adds an air of romance. The kitchen improves on traditional Peruvian dishes with fusion elements. There are several zesty seviches and dishes such as artichokes and asparagus in a "risotto" of creamy quinoa as well as a tender duck confit. Mother's Bistro & Bar serves up slow-cooked food in the heart of downtown Portland. Featuring authentic cooking from mothers around the world, signature dishes include pot roast, meat loaf, chicken and dumplings and crab cakes, as well as featured dishes from a different mother each month. Everything is made from scratch using the best possible ingredients Oba is an award winning Nuevo Latino Cuisine featuring the flavors of Central and South America, the Caribbean, Spain and Portugal. Oba's food showcases the vibrant flavors and rich textures of these cultures. Part South American marketplace, Mexican hacienda and Cuban plantation, Obais sensual, robust and lively. Oba welcomes all into a romantic Latin world where every guest is treated like family. Oba is an award winning Nuevo Latino Cuisine featuring the flavors of Central and South America, the Caribbean, Spain and Portugal. Oba's food showcases the vibrant flavors and rich textures of these cultures. Part South American marketplace, Mexican hacienda and Cuban plantation, Obais sensual, robust and lively. Oba welcomes all into a romantic Latin world where every guest is treated like family. Bay 13 is committed to serving sustainable seafood ? fish that is caught or farmed in a manner that protects individual species and conserves marine habitats. We believe that a healthy ocean is vital to human life and essential to ensuring the long term supply of seafood for all to enjoy. So relax and indulge ? the good news is that seafood from these sources happens to be the highest quality available so you can have your fish and eat it too. The Bay 13 wine list supports local and international wineries who produce wines that reflect a sense of place, or "terroir," through sustainable, organic or biodynamic farming and winemaking Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Portland Microbrewery Tours

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Dates: Year round Days: Mon., Wed., Thu., 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Duration: ~ 4 hours Pricing: $70.00 per person (tasting fee included) Portland, Oregon: The Micro-Brew Capital of the World With 28 local breweries, Portland is an ideal place to experience a "pub crawl", Oregon-style. Our Portland Brewery Tour will introduce you to the best the city has to offer, from nationally distributed brands to small local favorites. Gain a better understanding of the different varieties of beer as you sample everything from ales and lagers to porters and stouts. As the breweries are located in all four of Portland’s quadrants this is a great opportunity to experience the hum and vibe of the city. Head to eclectic SE and get to know its residents over a pint at the cozy Horse Brass. Check out NE industrial as you tour the facilities of Widmer Brothers. Get a taste of Portland’s night life while visiting the brewery blocks in the renowned Pearl District. There are many breweries to choose from so our Portland Microbrewery Tour will select from the following: Hop Works Widmer Brothers Bridgeport Horse Brass Full Sail McMenamins Lucky Labrador Rogue Contact us to customize a brew pub tour to meet your needs. Then, leave the driving and the details to us! ______________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Bonus Tour: Choose a Wednesday or Saturday tour and have the option to include a Wine Tour. Priced at $128.00 per person. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Meals and gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Traveling alone, looking to meet visitors from around the world? Contact us! Click here to view the Terms and Conditions

Explore The Oregon Gardens & Silver Falls

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dates: year around day of week: Contact us! 1 800 637 3110 duration: 9:00am until 6:00pm pricing: $100.00 per person (customized tours/rates for groups). Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! hotel pick-up: schedule and locations 8:30-9:00 a.m. Pick up Schedule: Meet in hotel lobby for transportation The Oregon Gardens in Silverton features the Silverton Market Garden and the Home Demonstration Gardens, especially the edible landscaping garden. Beautiful flowers and plants any time of year, with a narrated 25-minute tram ride. Douglas Jenkins, grouptours@oregongarden.org, 503-874-6017, www.oregongarden.org “The Canyon Trail is a nationally recognized trail system that leads hikers along the banks of the north and south forks of Silver Creek. It takes you to 10 majestic waterfalls, ranging from the grand South Falls (177 feet), to the delicate Drake Falls (27 feet). Four of these falls have an amphitheater-like surrounding where you can walk behind the falls and feel the misty, crisp spray.” Looking for other possibilities of things to do while in Silverton: Let us arrange a dinner at The Silver Grille. Delicious selections highlighting local food. http://www.silvergrille.com/ 503-873-8000 or- Fresh to You sells produce to several local restaurants and can arrange a tour for your group. Nancy Hendricks http://www.freshtoyouproduce.com/ 503-769-9682 ftyp@wvi.com or- Bauman Farms has a fascinating schedule of activities throughout the seasons. http://www.baumanfarms.com/ 503-792-3524 baumans@baumanfarms.com or- French Prairie Gardens, north of Salem, has a wide array of family activities. See their website for a comprehensive list of monthly and seasonal activities. Katey Meza, katey@fpgardens An interesting site visit that might involve both horticulture and tasting would be a stop at Northwoods Nursery just south of Canby. They are specialists in “edible landscaping” and in most months, spring through fall, they have something there that can be tasted, and lots and lots of plants with interesting stories behind them at www.onegreenworld.com . or- Lavender Lake Farms for a tour of their lavender growing and products. Ask about arranging a ‘high tea’ with a lavender theme. Rhonda Johnson, Rhonda@lavenderlakefarms.com 503-838-2620 www.lavdenderlakefarms.com ______________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: We offer complimentary pick up at select area hotels downtown. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Portland City Tour

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Tour Length: 3.5 hours Dates: year round Departure Time: 9:00am or 2:00pm Days of Week: daily Cost: $50 per person (Price includes pick up and drop off at select hotels only) Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! Come! Experience Portland the vibrant city of roses, bikes and restaurants on our acclaimed Portland City Tour; a 3.5 hour driving tour of the best highlights and some well kept secrets. Our Portland City Tour will drive you through the city discussing sights, current events and local history. Highlights include: Portland Rose Garden: Enjoy a stroll through the world’s largest test garden with over 500 varieties of roses on 5.5 acres. Downtown Portland: Enjoy evening views along the Portland waterfront and across the Willamette River to view the city skyline from OMSI. This is a great location for a romantic photograph with Portland city skyline in the background. The Pearl District /Nob Hill- boutiques, art galleries, fine dining…this is a great place to feel the cultural hum of the city. Powell’s City of Books – This renowned Portland icon is indeed a small city unto itself. Request to be dropped off here at the end of your tour and get lost among the city of books. ______________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Bonus Tour: Choose a Wednesday or Saturday tour and have the option to include a Wine Tour. Priced at $128.00 per person. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Oregon Wine Tasting Tours

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Dates: All year Days of week: Wednesday & Saturday Duration: 5 - 6 hours Departures: 12:30 pm until 6:00 pm Pricing: $90 per person. (price includes tasting fees, bottled water, and a platter of select cheeses, fruit and crackers). Contact us for customized tours or group rates. 12:30 pm - 1:00 p.m. Meet in hotel lobby for transportation. Oregon is home to some of the most beautiful vineyards in the world and is known for its distinctive Pinot Noirs. The heart of these vineyards is located in the Willamette Valley on gentle hills that give way to expansive views of the vines and valley below. Join us on our Oregon Wine Tour and experience wine tasting at some of this area’s best wineries and most unique tasting rooms. Select from one of the regional tours below, or allow us to customize a unique tour for your group. Dundee Wine Tour: The Dundee American Viticultural Area (AVA) is referred to as the epicenter of Oregon Pinot Noir. The unique relationship between volcanic Jory soils, elevation and protective microclimates has consistently proven ideal for vineyards, and the Dundee Hills have produced Oregon’s top Pinot Noirs for decades. The Dundee Wine Tour may include the following: * Archery Summit * Lange Estate Winery * Erath Winery * Sokol Blosser Winery * Anderson Family Vineyards * Vista Hills Vineyards Yamhill-Carlton Wine Tour: This wine region in the north Willamette valley, which was once known for fruit orchards, nurseries and live stock, has transformed into one of the country’s premier cool-climate varietal producers. The tour through the Yamhill-Carlton AVA may include the following: * David Hill Winery and Vineyard, * Schafer Vineyard Cellars * Garden Vineyard * Montinore Estate * Kramer Vineyards Columbia River Gorge Wine Tour: Along with amazing waterfalls, the Columbia River Gorge offers unique vineyards and wineries in a rapidly expanding viticulture area. The Columbia Gorge Wine tour may visit the following: * Pheasant Valley Winery * Catherdral Ridge Winery * Wy’East Vineyards * White House, * The Pines 1852 ________________________________________________________ Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Bonus Tour: Choose a Wednesday or Saturday tour and have the option to include a Portland City Tour or Gorge Waterfall Tour. Priced at $128.00 per person. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms and Conditions

Portland Shopping Tour

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dates: Year round duration: 5 hours pricing: $50 per person hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Come join us for some of the best shopping in Oregon. See different neighborhoods and places in the city while having a great time shopping. Spend the afternoon in a variety of stores and shops at both high-end and great bargain locations. Shopping locations may include: * Bridgeport Village * Pioneer Place * Boutiques on NW 23rd * Woodburn Outlet Stores * Columbia Gorge Shopping * Shops in the Pearl Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation.

Portland 5-Day Tour

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dates: Customized pricing: $400//Half price for kids under 12 hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Portland Highlights tour includes Council Crest Park - views of Portland, Mt. Hood, St. Helens. Pittock Mansion - spectacular views of surrounding mountains and forests The mansion overlooks downtown and gives visitors a glimpse into Portland’s past. Portland Rose Garden - over 500 varieties of roses grow on its 5.5 acres, and beautiful views of the city and surrounds. Japanese Garden – nestled in Portland’s West Hills, it is considered one of the most authentic gardens outside of Japan. Classical Chinese Garden - this “living museum of Chinese trees and flora” is one of Portland’s best kept secrets. The Pearl District and NW 23 Avenue - boutiques, art galleries, fine dining…this is a great place to feel the cultural hum of the city. Powell’s City of Books – this renowned Portland icon is indeed a small city unto itself, one in which getting lost is a true delight. Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Explore the Columbia River Gorge and stand above the second highest year round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular waterfalls along the historic Columbia River Highway. Scenic Winery Tours Experience wine tasting at some of the area’s best wineries and unique tasting rooms. The vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines, mountains, and the valley below. Scenic Mt. Hood Tour At 11,249 feet, the glacier-clad Mt. Hood is Oregon’s tallest peak and the 4th highest in the Cascade Range. Waterfalls, wildlife, wild flowers, trails, Timberline Lodge…the mountain is beloved for its beauty and recreational opportunities. Scenic Oregon & Washington Coastal Tours Explore the beautiful Oregon and Washington Coast. Visit the quaint towns of Cannon Beach, Astoria, Chinook and Long Beach. You can even slip your shoes off and take a stroll along the beaches on this coastline that boasts of awesome views! _________________________________________________ ITINERARY Day 1 Portland City Tour Start your day with Portland City Tour and get a layout of the land. You will tour the historic Pittock Mansion (Left) in Portland’s West Hills. This mansion overlooks the city and has architectural wonders. We’ll visit the Rose and Japanese Gardens which include over 500 species of roses and great views of Portland. We will take a tour of 23rd Ave where you’ll see many boutique shops and local arts and crafts as well as a stop at world renowned Powell Books. We’ll return to your hotel to relax and freshen up before experiencing some of the best featured dining spots in Portland just off the beaten path. The renowned Jake’s Grill in the Pearl District we highly recommend. Day 2 Columbia Coastal Tour Great time to sneak into Mother’s Bistro for breakfast. Then depart Portland for the Oregon Coast. First stop is Cannon Beach, a story book beach town with many scenic views including beautiful shorelines and Haystack Rock. Visit Ecola State Park and its spectacular views of the dramatic Oregon Coastline. Then off to Manzanita, Tillamook, Cape Meadares Lighthouse and Ocean Side. We will travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening. Our tour guide will be happy to recommend several featured dining places. After dinner wander around the city: Walk through the Pearl, Portland Art Museum, and Stroll around the waterfront, Air Trans to OSHU, OMSI, Hike through Washington Park and More. Day 3 Columbia River Gorge Tour & Mt Hood Loop After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and tour waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge: Stand at the base of the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular views of many waterfalls along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Vista the forestry center at the Multnomah Falls Lodge before continuing onto more waterfalls, views from the Vista House, and the Portland Women’s Forum of the scenic Gorge area. We will continue our adventure to a scenic close up view of Mt. Hood: At 11,249 feet, the glacier-clad Mt. Hood is Oregon’s tallest peak and the 4th highest in the Cascade Range. Waterfalls, wildlife, wild flowers, trails, Timberline Lodge…the mountain is beloved for its beauty and recreational opportunities. Then travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening. Our tour guide will be happy to recommend several featured dining places. After dinner wander around the city: Walk through the Pearl, Portland Art Museum, Stroll around the waterfront, Air Trans to OSHU, OMSI and More Day 4 Oregon Premier Wineries Tour We will continue our adventure with a tour of Oregon premier wine country. These vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines and valley below. Savor the bold, crisp, and delicious flavors among the varieties of Pinots, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot, and many more... After the wine tour, we’ll travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening entertainment and spend a little time exploring downtown Portland scene. Our recommendation for dinner: Andina Restaurant/Mestizo located at 1314 NW Glisan st Day 5 Evergreen Aviation Museum and Wine Tour The Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum is an aviation museum which displays a number of military and civilian aircraft and spacecraft, most notably, the Hughes H-4 Hercules "Spruce Goose". On the way, experience wine tasting at some of the area’s best wineries and unique tasting rooms in the South Willamette Valley. The vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines, mountains, and the valley below . Our first stop will be Erath Winery, Lange Winery and Tori Mori Winery _______________________________________________ Other Options Include: A trip to Sauvie Island to visit fruit stands, a corn maze, pumpkin pathes and picturesque Oregon farm country, North Mississippi and Alberta arts districts, Hawthorne District and Mt. Tabor and Grotto Gardens Or Second Oregon coastal tour to Newport, Dopoe Bay, Pacific City and enjoy a nice dinner in Oceanside on the beach, Terms & Conditions

Columbia River Gorge Waterfall & Wineries Tour

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dates: Wednesday & Saturday Duration: 9:00am until 6:00pm pricing: $128 per person (wine tasting fee included) **Tour requires a min 4 or more to confirm. If you do not have 4 in your party please contact us at 1-800-637-3110 ... to book your tour.** Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Highlights: Explore the Columbia River Gorge and stand above the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular views of many waterfalls along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Waterfalls along the tour may include:

Horsetail Falls
Bridal Veil Falls
Shepperds Dell Falls
Latourell Falls
Wahkeena Falls
Multnomah Falls

At Multnomah Falls, take a picture from any one of the many viewpoints or hike 5-minutes to the bridge and view the falls from a unique perspective- above! We will also be touring many of the other wonderful sites along the Columbia Gorge including the Portland Women’s Forum and Crown Point’s Vista House, a unique visitor’s facility that was built in 1916. These viewpoints have two of the best views of the entire Columbia Gorge and you will agree that the sights are truly breathtaking. Oregon Wine Tasting Highlights: Oregon is home to some of the most beautiful vineyards in the world. These vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines and valley below. Come and experience wine tasting at some of this areas best wineries and most unique tasting rooms. Savor the bold, crisp, and delicious flavors among the varieties of Pinots, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot, and many more. Wineries among the tour may include: Dundee Hills: Erath Winery, Lange Winery, Archery Summit Estates, Vista Hills Estates Yamhills: WillaKenzie Estates, Montinore Estates, David Hill Winery, Kramer Winery Columbia River Gorge: Pheasant Valley Winery, Catherdral Ridge Winery, Wy'East Vineyards, Mt.Hood Winery at the Gorge White House, The Pines 1852 _______________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Bonus Tour: Choose a Wednesday or Saturday tour and have the option to include a city tour or Gorge Waterfall Tour. Priced at $128.00 per person. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Oregon

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City of Portland/ Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls/ Skamania Lodge Resort Highlights: We will show you the best of Portland city, Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls and the world renowned Skamania Lodge Resort on a well-rounded tour that incorporates the history, culture and popular sights of our vibrant city. Portland City Tour: Come join us for some of the best sightseeing and touring of Oregon. See different areas of the city while enjoying views of Mt. Hood, Mt. St Helen, Mt. Adams, Mt Rainier and more. * Pioneer Square: Portland’s living room * Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI): City view * Portland Rose Garden: Features 5.5 acres of roses, specular views of Mt Hood and Portland City * Pittock Mansion: An architectural gem that overlooks the city-admission fees included * Nob Hill/NW 23rd: See the locals in action on this quaint and lively shopping avenue * Pearl District: Powell’s City of Books art galleries, eclectic shopping * Washington Park: Specular views of Portland,Mt Adams,Mt. Hood,Mt.St.Helens Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls: Join us on an unforgettable tour through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, with its fascinating geologic history, via the Historic Columbia River Highway. Visit 3 – 5 beautiful waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls, and the Crown Point Vista House. Scenic Winery Tours: Experience Oregon’s world renowned Pinots? Join us for a day of wine tasting at some of the region’s most unique tasting rooms. Come savor the bold, crisp and delicious flavors of Pinot’s, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot and more! Scenic Mt. Hood Tour: Let us take you to the 6000 ft. level of magnificent Mount Hood, at 11,249 ft. Oregon’s highest peak, a perfectly shaped, glacier-clad volcano. On the way to the Historic Timberline Lodge visit the Crown Point Vista House, Multnomah Falls and the lovely Hood River valley. Scenic Oregon Coastal Tour: You will fall in love with the dramatic, breathtakingly beautiful Oregon coast: Visit pristine state parks, explore delightful beach towns, stop at gorgeous viewpoints, or take your shoes off and stroll through the sand. Skamania Lodge: Skamania Lodge nestled on 175 wooded acres is a renowned all season destination resort built in the grand tradition of the elegant lodges of the West’s Great National Parks. Located in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, this splendid resort, conference and event center is conveniently located just 45 miles from Portland Oregon. The scenic drive through the gorge passes by geological wonders an array of waterfalls including the ever popular Multnomah Falls. * Year-Round Resort Hotel * 254 Guest Rooms with magnificent views of either The Columbia River Gorge or Forest * Lodge Gift Shop and Library * 22,000 square feet of IACC approved meeting and conference space * Full Service Business Center and High Speed Internet throughout the Lodge * Dining options include; The Cascade Dining Room featuring casual-fine dining serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The River Rock Lounge offers lunch, appetizers and a light dinner menu. The Greenside Grille located on the Golf Course is open seasonally and caters to golfers. Banquet meals available for groups. Recreational Activities Include: * On-site USDA Forest Service Information Center and Concierge/Activities Coordinator * 18-hole, par 70 Golf Course and Pro Shop (Additional fee) * Rejuvenating Waterleaf Spa featuring pampering massage services, facials, manicures & pedicures. (Additional fee) * Fitness Center, indoor heated swimming pool, dry saunas, indoor and outdoor whirlpools and sun deck (Included) * 4 miles of on-site hiking paths, outdoor tennis & basketball courts, sand volleyball courts & bicycles (Included) * Nearby Attractions Include: White Water Rafting, Windsurfing, Horseback Riding, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Skiing, Snowshoeing, Waterfall Tours, Excursions on the Columbia River Gorge Sternwheeler, Wine Tasting, Breweries and Museum Tours. _______________________________________________________ Itinerary Day 1: Portland City Tour Start your morning with a tour of Portland City towndown waterfront sites and viewpoints. Visit the historic Pittock Mansion (Left) in Portland’s West Hills. This mansion overlooks the city and has architectural wonders and specular views of Portland and surrounding mountain. We’ll visit the Rose Gardens which include over 500 species of roses and great views of Portland. We will take a tour of Nob Hills (23rd Ave) where you’ll see many boutique shops and local arts and crafts. We’ll return to your hotel to relax and freshen up before experiencing some of the best featured dining spots in Portland just off the beaten path. Our recommendation: The renown Jake’s Grill in the Pearl District. Day 2: Oregon Coastal Tour Great time to sneak into Mother’s Bistro for breakfast. Then depart Portland for the Oregon Coast. First stop is Cannon Beach, a story book beach town with many scenic views including beautiful shorelines and Haystack Rock. Visit Ecola State Park and it’s spectacular views of the dramatic Oregon Coastline. Then off to Manzanita, Tillamook, Cape Meadares Lighthouse and Ocean Side. Then back to Portland for a chance to freshen up before a specular dinner and entertainment. We have chosen a special place for you to enjoy dinner and spend a little time exploring the Pearl District scene. Our reccomendation: Andina Restaurant/Mestizo located at 1314 NW Glisan st. Day 3: Travel From Portland to Skamania Lodge After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel to explore the Columbia River Gorge, a geologic wonder that forms the border between northern Oregon and southern Washington. Let us guide you with a fun and educational tour of basalt cliffs, year round waterfalls, the charming Historic Highway and epic views. Stand at the base of Multnomah Falls, the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States and one of the top attractions in Oregon. Feel the spray of Horsetail and Latourell Falls and be dazzled by all the mosses, lichens and ferns. This 4-5 hour tour begins with a short, 20-minute drive along I-84 east where the guides share information about Portland, historic geologic wonders and the surrounding area. Follow the Sandy River up through Corbet before arriving at the Crown Point Vista House, a unique visitor’s facility built in 1916 that towers 733 feet above the Columbia River and offers phenomenal views and photo opportunities of the beauty below. Continue along the Historic Highway where guests will have an opportunity to get out of the van and view Latourell Falls. There will be a half hour stop at Multnomah Falls to view the 620 ft wonder as well as visit the gift shop and visitor’s center in the historic lodge. Other waterfalls that may be seen from the Highway route include Sheppard’s Dell, Wahkeena, Bridal Veil and Horsetail Falls. Then it’s back on I-84 east to catch a glimpse of Bonneville Dam before we pass through Cascade Locks and over the Bridge of the Gods for a fantastic view. Our next stop: Skamania Lodge. Note: Transportation and guided tour of the Columbia River Gorge to Skamania Lodge. Departs Portland daily at 9 AM. Tour Multnomah Falls, Crown Point Vista House, and drive by the famous Bonneville Dam before we pass through Cascade Locks and over the Bridge of the Gods to Skamania Lodge, located in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge. Direct return to downtown Portland or Portland Airport after your overnight stay at Skamania Lodge. Day 4: Columbia River Gorge Premier Wineries Tour We will continue our adventure with a tour of Oregon premier wine country. These vineyards are located on gentle hills that give way to amazing views of the vines and valley below. Our selection of vineyards today includes Pheasant Balley Winery, Phelps Creek Vineyards and Catherdral Ridge Winery.Savor the bold, crisp, and delicious flavors among the varieties of Pinots, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Merlot, and many more.. After the wine tour, we’ll travel back to the hotel for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening dinner and entertainment. Day 5: Mt. Hood Loop Tour We will continue on a scenic close up view of Mt. Hood, Hood River, Mt. Adams and Bonneville Dam. At 11,249 feet, the glacier-clad Mt. Hood is Oregon’s tallest peak and the 4th highest in the Cascade Range. Waterfalls, wildlife, wild flowers, trails, Timberline Lodge…the mountain is beloved for its beauty and recreational opportunities. We will travel back to the Skamania Lodge for a moment of relaxation and a chance to freshen up for the evening dinner and entertainment. Transportation and guided tour of the Columbia River Gorge to Skamania Lodge. Departs Portland daily at 9 AM. Tour Multnomah Falls, Crown Point Vista House, and drive by the famous Bonneville Dam before we pass through Cascade Locks and over the Bridge of the Gods to Skamania Lodge, located in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge. Direct return to downtown Portland or Portland Airport after your overnight stay at Skamania Lodge. _______________________________________________________ Requirements We hope you join in the activities and display team spirit. Dry weather conditions prevail at the time of the tour. There are always exceptions and we suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly warm around 70 to 85 degrees, with cooler evenings. Tour participants should keep this in mind and bring suitable clothing. Additional information will be provided for recommended clothing prior to travel. Included * Qualified English-speaking tour guide; Special arrangements can be made for interpreters. * Accommodations in double rooms do not always include private restroom. Special arrangements made upon request. * Dedicated Tour Guide and transportation during your entire stay Excluded: If requested we can help make travel arrangements as well. Contact us for exclusive itineraries for small groups or individual travelers requiring special assistance. We will be happy to assist in scheduling your travel. Terms & Conditions

Portland City Walking Adventure

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dates: Year Round tour length/ price: 2.0 hours $24.00 / 3.0 hours $35.00 group 6 or more: 2.0 hours $20.00 / 3.0 hours $ 25.00 Tour does not include admission to Chinese Classical Gardens days of week: Mon-Wed-Fri departure time: Portland City Libary DTW, 9:00am and 3:00pm food/ beverages: Available along the way meet point: Portland City Libary; Contact us Experience Porland's Walking Adventure! Experience Portland the Eco-Friendly way with a fun and invigorating walking tour that takes you to the places and landmarks that characterize the Rose City's past, present, and future. This eco-friendly tour walks through some of Portland’s most important buildings, alleyways, city parks and gardens. Let our tour guide show you stunning views of Portland from high, sky-scraper balconies to second growth forests on hill tops at Washington Park (complete with majestic views of Mt. Hood and the Cascade Mountain Range). Follow the Willamette River to Old Town while walking on the River Front pathway, a pedestrian and bicycle highway. Walk under China Town’s gate that says, “四海一家,”or “Four Oceans, One Family,” an idea that reflects the essence of urban dwelling. Experience Portland guilt-free by seeing her sights and not using fossil fuels to do it! This Urban hike celebrates the great diversity found in Portland’s downtown area, the historical importance it has played in the state’s history and the fast-growing culture that exists on the motto of trying to Keep Portland Weird! So put on your walking shoes, fill your water bottles, grab your cameras, and get ready for an urban adventure that will make you happy we left our cars behind! Highlights: * Downtown: Pioneer Square, Portland Building/Portlandia * Governor Tom McCall Water Front Park, Saturday Market * Pearl District (optional for group customized tours) * Carbon-free, green and Portland's finest historical downtown districts For more details about the itinerary contact us at 1-800-637-3110 Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation.

Oregon Coastal Tour

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dates: year round days of week: wednesday – saturday duration: 9:00am until 5:30pm pricing: $80 per person (customized rates & tours for groups) Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! hotel pick-up: schedule and locations 8:30-9:00 a.m. Pick up Schedule: Meet in hotel lobby for transportation Oregon’s coastline is graced with unforgettable vistas: dramatic cliffs, offshore rocks and sea lions; wide sandy beaches; majestic capes; historic lighthouses; enchanted forests and lovely small beach towns which artists and artisans make their home. You cannot leave without having visited our breathtakingly beautiful Pacific Coast. On our coastal tour, we will take you to Cannon Beach, a story book beach town with many scenic views including beautiful shorelines and Haystack Rock. Visit Ecola State Park and its spectacular views of the dramatic Oregon Coastline. Then off to Manzanita and Tillamook. Then back to Portland for a chance to freshen up before dinner and entertainment. Itinerary 8:30 am-9:00am Hotel pick up with a brief intro to America’s Hub World Tours and our Coastal Tour Itinerary 9:00 am Depart Hotel. Head west on Hwy 26 through the north Willamette Valley. Discuss some current events and history of the area. 11:00 am Ecola State Park A beautiful state park situated on the edge of coastal cliffs. A chance for your first picturesque views of the Oregon Coast: wind-swept trees, dramatic cliffs, historic light-house, bird sanctuaries and of course the majestic Pacific Ocean. 11:30 am Depart to Cannon Beach 11:45 am Cannon Beach, a quaint little beach town with shops, art galleries, restaurants and candy shops. 12:00 pm Lunch in Cannon Beach (many options to select from) Then take a few minutes to stroll the cozy main street and stop at the candy shop for fresh made salt water taffy. 1:30 pm Depart Cannon Beach. Pass by the Historic Haystack Rock, a large basalt mono lift that acts as marine wildlife sanctuary. 1:45 pm View Point #1: Enjoy great views north of Cannon Beach and Haystack Rock 2:00 pm View Point #2: More great views of the Pacific Ocean 2:15 pm View Point #3: A great vantage point from Neahkanie Mt, one of the largest peaks in the Coast range. Look south to Manzanita, Neahkanie and the Nehalem River. 2:30 pm A short drive through Neahkanie and Manzanita, cozy little coastal communities that strive to remain sheltered from coastal tourism. Optional stop to take a quick stroll to the ocean and snap some photos of the great Neahkanie Mt. 3:00 pm Head south on Hwy 101 towards Tillamook cheese Factory for a taste of the best ice cream and cheese in the United State. (Optional) 4:30pm Return to Portland _______________________________________________________________ Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:45:53 +0000

dates: Daily departure times: 9:00am or 2:00pm pricing: $50 per person Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! hotel pick-up: schedule and locations Explore the Columbia River Gorge, a geologic wonder that forms the border between northern Oregon and southern Washington. Let us guide you with a fun and educational tour of basalt cliffs, year round waterfalls, the charming Historic Highway and epic views. Stand at the base of Multnomah Falls, the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States and one of the top attractions in Oregon. Feel the spray of Horsetail Falls and Latourell Falls and be dazzled by all the mosses, lichens and ferns. This 3.5 hour tour begins with a short, 20-minute drive along I-84 east where the guides share information about Portland, historic geologic wonders and the surrounding area. Follow the Sandy River up through Corbet before arriving at the Crown Point Vista House, a unique visitor’s facility built in 1916 that towers 733 feet above the Columbia River and offers phenomenal views and photo opportunities of the beauty below. Continue along the Historic Highway where guests will have an opportunity to get out of the van and view Latourell Falls. There will be a half hour stop at Multnomah Falls to view the 620 ft wonder as well as visit the gift shop and visitor’s center in the historic lodge. Other waterfalls that may be seen from the Highway route include Sheppard’s Dell Falls, Wahkeena Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horsetail Falls. We have bilingual tour guides and professional translators. If your group requires language services please contact us in advance so that we may schedule you with the proper tour guide and/ or translator. Currently, we offer translation service in Spanish, German, Mandarin Chinese (Traditional and Simplified Character), French, Italian and English. _______________________________________________________ Multiple Tour Discounts: Get up to 15% off of total tour cost when you add more tours to your itinerary Group Rates: Group rates for 6 or more people available for most tours. Customized and Private Tours: All tours can be customized and/or made private. Please contact us for details and pricing. Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions

Mount Hood Loop

Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:45:53 +0000

dates: spring & summer & fall days of week: tuesday, thursday, sunday duration: 8.0 hours departure: 9:00am until 5:30 pm pricing: $50 per person (customized group rates available) Traveling along, looking to meet visitors from around the world. Contact us! hotel pick-up: schedule and locations 8:30-9:00 a.m. Pick up Schedule: Meet in hotel lobby for transportation. Explore the Columbia River Gorge and stand above the second highest year-round waterfall in the United States! Come and enjoy spectacular views of many waterfalls along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Waterfalls along the tour may include:

Horsetail Falls
Bridal Veil Falls
Shepperds Dell Falls
Latourell Falls
Wahkeena Falls
Multnomah Falls

At Multnomah Falls, take a picture from any one of the many viewpoints or hike 2 miles to the top to view the falls from a unique perspective- above! We will also be touring many of the other wonderful sites along the Columbia Gorge including the Portland Women’s Forum and Crown Point’s Vista House, a unique visitor’s facility that was built in 1916. These viewpoints have two of the best views of the entire Columbia Gorge and you will agree that the sights are truly breathtaking. Scenic Mt. Hood Tour At 11,249 feet, the glacier-clad Mt. Hood is Oregon’s tallest peak and the 4th highest in the Cascade Range. Waterfalls, wildlife, wild flowers, trails, Timberline Lodge…the mountain is beloved for its beauty and recreational opportunities. _____________________________________________________________ Tour Departure/Pick Up: Complimentary pick up from select area hotels. Please call for other arrangements and corresponding fees. Customers will be notified prior to any cancellation 24-hours in advance when possible. Departure times may vary. Tour Price Includes: Van, tour guide and gas. All applicable fees, unless otherwise stated. Lunch and Gratuity NOT included. Requirements: Tours require 4 person minimum for confirmation. Please contact us for current status of tour. Payment: On-line reservations can be made using a credit or debit card. Payment will be processed immediately to secure your reservation. Payment on day of pick up will not guarantee your reservation. Click here to view the Terms & Conditions