The 10 Best Bus Tours in Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory, Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory

Standing majestically over the city, Mt Hood is the most prominent peak in the Oregon cascades. A popular destination for hiking, camping, and climbing, the glaciers atop Mt. Hood provide the only year-round lift-served skiing in North America, from the beautiful Timberline Lodge. Oregon Tour Co. offers a full day trip to the mountain, which includes the beautiful Hood River Valley, as well as the breathtaking waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

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Join us on our full day guided tour from Portland to Mt. Hood. By visiting Mount Hood with our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides, you will have multiple opportunities to get the best photographs of the awe-inspiring scenery, and to learn about the history and heritage of Portland’s iconic mountain. Our tour will depart the hustle and bustle of downtown Portland by first taking you into the wonders of the Columbia River Gorge. We will follow the Columbia River east to the town of Hood River for lunch before driving up through the Hood River Valley to the south side of Mt. Hood. The sites that we may visit include: Multnomah Falls, Rowena Crest, a farm stand (seasonally), and Timberline Lodge. Your route may vary based on weather and road conditions but our guides will make necessary changes to enhance your Mt Hood Loop tour experience.

Inclusions: Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Mt. Hood is the highest summit in Oregon, and the fourth highest in the Cascades. It features waterfalls, glaciers, and historic Timberline Lodge, built by local artisans during the Great Depression, and featuring the longest ski season in the US. To the north of Mt. Hood is the Hood River Valley and Columbia Gorge American Viticultural Area (AVA), the lovechild of the Columbia Valley and Willamette Valley AVAs. You will get intimate with this area through a visit to Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood, wine tasting, and a stop at Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in Oregon. Your expert guide, with formal background in ecology, natural resources, and wine, will teach you about the natural history, cultural history, and wine background of the area, as you drive the Mt. Hood and Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byways. You'll visit 2 wineries. We cover lunch, you cover tasting fees.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, PA system to hear the guide from the back row

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities (always appreciated)

Mt. Hood is the highest summit in Oregon, and the fourth highest in the Cascades. It features waterfalls, glaciers, and historic Timberline Lodge, built by local artisans during the Great Depression, and featuring the longest ski season in the US. To the north of Mt. Hood is the Hood River Valley. You will get intimate with this area through a visit to Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood, fruit stands in the Hood River Valley, downtown Hood River (your opportunity for lunch and/or alcoholic beverages), and breathtaking stops in the eastern and western Columbia River Gorge (Multnomah Falls included). Your expert guide, with formal background in ecology and natural resources, will teach you about the natural and cultural history of the area, as you drive the Mt. Hood and Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byways. Maximum group size of 11. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel.

Inclusions: Snacks, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, PA system so the back row can hear the guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities (always appreciated)

Join an intimate, Oregonian-led Private tour of the Columbia River Gorge and Mt Hood with Portland, Oregon's original tour and adventure company. Your seasoned, local guide will take you on a full day adventure exploring the Pacific Northwest's most breathtaking views, waterfalls and Oregon's highest volcano. From the Vista House to Multnomah Falls and the Bonneville Dam you'll experience the awesome beauty of the Columbia River Gorge . After grabbing lunch, a glass of wine, or some fresh fruit in Hood River Valley - windsurfing capital of the world,  you’ll be guided up the east side of Mt Hood National Forest to the Historic Timberline Lodge, 6000ft on the south side of Mt Hood.  Unlike other companies, Sea to Summit does not skip anything...This tour is historically, geographically informative, and extremely scenic so don't forget your camera! Sea to Summit operates tours in the nicest and most comfortable, custom equipped 4x4 Mercedes Benz vehicles in Portland's tour industry!

Inclusions: Local guide, Live commentary on board, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch, Guide Gratuity

Follow the path of an ancient riverbed, carved by the last Ice Age, past the Bridge of the Gods, and explore the Windsurfing Capital of the World. In the afternoon, traverse Oregon’s fertile fruit valley on the way to the alpine top of a volcano, which boasts a title as the world’s 2nd most summited mountain in the world. Come along on this whirlwind journey to experience a selection of Oregon’s wonders.

Inclusions: Transportation in a luxury vehicle, Knowledgeable, local and friendly guide, Seasonal snacks and refreshments throughout the tour, Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select downtown Portland hotels, Air-conditioned vehicle, Live commentary throughout the tour

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuity (we recommend 15-20% for your guide, if you enjoyed the tour)

See the natural wonders that line the Historic Columbia River Highway on this day trip from Portland to Mt Hood. With a guide, you'll be whisked to some of Oregon’s most spectacular sights, including Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge, as you learn about the area along the way. Stop by attractions like Timberline Lodge and Rowena Crest, and have free time for lunch in Hood River.

Inclusions: Professional Tour Guide, Transportation, Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select downtown Portland hotels

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

On this full-day tour, you’ll see the best of the Portland area including downtown's Pioneer Square, the famous food carts, eclectic neighborhoods and the  Columbia River Gorge. Along the way, learn about Portland’s interesting history and modern-day culture from your guide. More than just a basic Portland city tour, our half-day Bridge City Tour will reveal the laid-back small city feel of these fun and thriving downtowns. Not only will you experience the best Portland sites including, International Rose Garden, Pioneer Courthouse Square, the best shopping area in Portland, Tilikum Crossing, Willamette Falls, the Oregon City Municipal Elevator, and downtown Oregon City, but you will also find out what makes the citizens of this area so colorful, and learn the cultural history of these unique Pacific Northwest cities.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off at select downtown Portland hotels, Bottled water, Live commentary on board, Transport by air-conditioned Sprinter van

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Portland City Tour Overview More than just a basic Portland city tour, our half-day Bridging Cities Tour will reveal the laid-back small city feel of these fun and thriving downtowns. Not only will you experience the best Portland sites including, International Rose Garden, Pioneer Courthouse Square, best shopping area in Portland, Tilikum Crossing, Lake Oswego, Willamette Falls, the Oregon City Municipal Elevator, and downtown Oregon City. You will learn what makes the citizens of these areas so diversified, and learn the cultural history of these unique Pacific Northwest towns & cities. Today Portland is known as one of the world’s most environmentally conscious cities. See why Lake Oswego community is know as one of the most affluent & trendy cities nearest Portland with a 405 acre private lake. Oregon City is the State’s first capital and the end of the Oregon Trail where you can still see the remnants of the 1800s.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Live commentary on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

More than just a basic Portland city tour, our half-day Bridge City Tour will reveal the laid-back small city feel of these fun and thriving downtowns. Not only will you experience the best Portland sites including, International Rose Garden, Pioneer Courthouse Square, the best shopping area in Portland, Tilikum Crossing, Willamette Falls, the Oregon City Municipal Elevator, and downtown Oregon City, but you will also find out what makes the citizens of this area so colorful, and learn the cultural history of these unique Pacific Northwest cities. Today Portland is known as one of the world’s most environmentally conscious cities: a hub for farm-to-table eateries, alternative lifestyles, a large community of cyclists, and high walkability. Oregon City is the state’s first capital and the end of the Oregon Trail where you can still see the remnants of the 1800s, when it was the heart of the region’s lumber, flour, wool and paper mill industries.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off at select downtown Portland hotels, Live commentary on board, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified