Multnomah Falls & Columbia River Gorge tour from Portland

Five waterfalls in one morning, all the driving handled

A half-day guided tour of Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge from Portland hotels includes transport, a local guide, and stops at Latourell Falls, Wahkeena Falls, Horsetail Falls, and Vista House. The tour runs in all weather and operates in a Sprinter van with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The hike to the top of Multnomah Falls is not part of this tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Columbia River Gorgepassing by
2. Vista House20m
3. Latourell Falls15m
4. Wahkeena Falls15m
5. Multnomah Falls30m

Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour

• Start along Historic Columbia River Highway
• View Columbia River from Crown Point
• Visit Vista House scenic point
• See Latourell Falls waterfall
• Stop at Wahkeena Falls waterfall
• Pass through Bridal Veil town
• View Horsetail Falls waterfall
• Visit Multnomah Falls and Benson Bridge

The experience

The tour picks you up at your downtown Portland hotel and heads straight to the Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway, where the landscape opens into the Columbia River Gorge. From Crown Point, the view stretches across the Cascade mountains as the Columbia River cuts through basalt cliffs lined with waterfalls. The guide stops at Vista House, built in 1917 as a rest stop for travelers, then moves through the gorge hitting the major falls: Latourell (a 249-foot plunge with overhanging columnar basalt), Wahkeena (242 feet, named for the Yakama word meaning "most beautiful"), and Horsetail (176 feet, visible right from the highway). The town of Bridal Veil, once a lumber hub, marks the approach to the final stop.

Multnomah Falls is the centerpiece: a 611-foot cascade 30 minutes outside Portland. You'll cross the iconic Benson Bridge for a close view of the falls and have time at the gift shop, but the steep hike to the top is not included in this tour. The whole route is designed to show you the gorge's scale and variety without requiring you to drive, navigate, or piece together which falls are worth stopping for. The Sprinter van holds a small group, and a local guide narrates the route and the geology as you move between stops.

Bring a camera and dress for the weather: the tour runs rain or shine. Bottled water is provided, and parking and permit fees for Multnomah Falls are covered. Hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Portland are included, so you leave the car behind.

What’s included

• Transport in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van.
• knowledgeable local guide.
• bottled water.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Portland.
• parking and permit fees for Multnomah Falls.

Options for this experience

2 options

Morning Gorge Tour, PublicGuide in English · 09:00Public tour with up to 12 other people in a Mercedes Sprinter van. Pickup is included.

Morning Gorge Tour, PrivateGuide in English · 09:00Private Multnomah Falls and Gorge Waterfalls Tour in a Mercedes Sprinter van! Includes pickup.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 3h 30m, runs every day at 09:00, from US$ 76.50 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Book up to2h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (1 to 12 years) · Infant (under 1)

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Hub World Travel dba America's Hub World Tours LLC

Is this one for you?Book the public tour if you're comfortable sharing the van with other travelers and want the lower price. Choose the private tour if your group wants the van to yourselves and prefers a more flexible pace at each stop.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 12 years); Infant (under 1).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the whole tour?

The tour runs 3.5 hours from pickup to drop-off at your hotel.

Can I hike to the top of Multnomah Falls on this tour?

No, the hike to the top of Multnomah Falls is not part of this tour. You'll see the falls from the base and cross the Benson Bridge for a close view, but the steep climb to the summit is not included.

What's the difference between the public and private tour options?

The public tour shares the Sprinter van with other travelers. The private tour is your group alone in the van. Both follow the same route, include the same guide and stops, and depart from your downtown Portland hotel.

Is hotel pickup really included?

Yes, pickup and drop-off at downtown Portland hotels are included in both the public and private options.

Which waterfalls do you stop at?

The tour includes Latourell Falls (249 feet), Wahkeena Falls (242 feet), Horsetail Falls (176 feet), and Multnomah Falls (611 feet). You also visit Vista House, a 1917 viewpoint building, and pass through the town of Bridal Veil.