Dates: Daily
Departures: 9:00am until 5:30pm
Pricing: $88 per person
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:
The New Portland City Tour
We don’t just show you the highlights of downtown, we introduce you to the City of Portland. The only city tour that offers a well rounded view of Portland and the surrounding area.
The only city tour in Portland that offers a well-balanced overview of both downtown and surrounding area’s history, culture and current events. Travel through the various parts of the city and visit all the must-see attractions, then we take you on another adventure throughout the various parts of the city neighborhoods, historical buildings, businesses and sights.
Itinerary Summary
Welcome to Portland the vibrant city of roses, bikes, bridges, art and restaurants on our acclaimed Portland City Tour. some of the many attractions many attractions may include:
1. Downtown Portland: Enjoy the sites of Pioneer Square and learn about 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 in the City of Portland. Learn about the final resting place of many prominent and notable citizens of Oregon, including many governors and United State Senators and other notable burials in the City of Portland.
2. Portland Food Carts: Whether your tastes run from Greek gyros, Vietnamese Pho, Indian curries, Polish sausages, to Moroccan tagines, you can whet your appetite at Portland Food Carts all over town.
3. Pittock Mansion: A French Renaissance Chateau listed on the national registry of historic places. Enjoy the spectacular views from the grounds of the Pittock Mansion.
4. Portland International Rose Gardens: With our 550 different varieties of Roses and the lush and beautiful Washington Park featuring some of the most amazing cascade mountain views around.
5. Portland Center Backstage Tour: Let theater professionals take your group on a virtual tour through there state-of-the-art facility, giving you an in-depth look at how we create costumes, sets and new worlds onstage. Learn facts about professional actors, the rehearsal timeline, costume design, creating wigs, props, building sets and other professional theater “fun” facts. The group would see the backstage area for both theaters in the building, dressing rooms, green rooms and the costume shop.
6. Portland Neighborhoods: Some of the most popular neighborhoods may includes Nob Hill, The Pearl District, North Mississippi, Alberta and North Portland, Vista Hills and Council Crest.
7. McMenamins Chapel Pub: Once known as the “Little Chapel of The Chimes” by a National Register of Historical Places, it was renovated from a mortuary into a collection of McMenamins restaurant, microbrewery pub company headquarters. Many historical facts, art and craftsmanship is in abundance in the renovated space, with original work mixing with new additions.
In additon, we have expanded our tours to offer some information on the representation of cultural diversity in the state of Oregon. Throughout the year America’s Hub World Tours will continue to expand to include Asian, Japanese, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Hispanic and more information about cultural groups and their importance in the state of Oregon.
In 2012 America’s Hub World Tours is dedicating a part of its Portland City Tour to honor many African American key figures in the state of Oregon as it relates to their important experiences, issues and historical contributions. Take advantage of all the city has to offer on the Portland City Tour! The only tour that gives you a well rounded view of Portland and the surrounding area.
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Requirements
We hope you join in on the activities and display team spirit. We suggest you bring a light jacket. The days can be pleasantly cool in the winter months, around 40-48 degrees mostly and summer months, 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.
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Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls
We’ll introduce you to the 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. Bridal Veil Falls and Horsetail 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, and Wahkeena Falls.
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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.
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