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title: Multnomah Falls & Columbia River Gorge Tour
slug: multnomah-falls-columbia-river-gorge-tour-portland
type: attraction
sub_type: tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/multnomah-falls-columbia-river-gorge-tour-portland
city: Portland
state: OR
country: US
address: 525 SW Naito Parkway
geo:
  lat: 45.51838
  lng: -122.67226
duration: up to 3 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:27:06.906Z
availability: SoldOut
rating:
  value: 4
  count: 205
  scale: 5
---
## Overview

Experience an unforgettable adventure in Oregon with a half-day tour of Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge, exploring stunning scenery, majestic waterfalls, and learning about the region’s rich history and geology.

## What's Included

- Transportation by comfortable Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van  
- Bottled water  
- Knowledgeable and experienced local guide  

## Good to Know

- The tour lasts about 4.5 hours and departs from downtown Portland hotels.  
- Stops include Vista House, Latourell Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Multnomah Falls, and Timberline Lodge.  
- The tour operates year-round, rain or shine. Dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.  
- Requires a moderate level of physical activity with some walking and stairs involved at waterfall stops.  

## FAQs

### What time do the tours begin each day?

The tour begins at 9:00 am.

### Is this a narrated tour?

Yes, in the best of the Gray Line tradition the driver guide will be giving a narrated tour as you travel.

### How long is the tour?

The tour is approximately 4.5 hours long. Sometimes traffic congestion or a draw bridge may add 15 minutes or more to that schedule.

### Where does the tour stop and for how long?

The tour includes driver guide narration and four varied stops that capture Columbia River Gorge views, waterfalls, and the dramatic Bonneville Dam and Waterway.  
- Stop 1: Multnomah Falls and Lodge – approximately 25 minutes.  
- Stop 2: Latourell Falls – a short stop if coach parking is available.  
- Stop 3: Crown Point with its Vista House – approximately 20 minutes.

### How long are the trails to the various sights and what is their condition?

- Stop 1: Multnomah Falls and Lodge – The Lodge and lower falls are wheelchair accessible from the bus parking area with paved walkways. The Lodge is approximately 200 feet from the coach parking area with the lower falls viewing area another 300 feet beyond the Lodge.  
- Stop 2: Latourell Falls – The driver guide will accompany you to the Falls if he/she can leave the coach.  
- Stop 3: Crown Point with its Vista House – Adjacent to the bus parking area and all walking areas are paved. Vista House has some stairwells but an elevator is available.

### Are there restrooms at the stops and on board the coach?

There are nice public restrooms at two stops on the tour and a restroom on the coach if needed.

### Are tours ever cancelled because of inclement weather or for any other reason?

Tours will not be cancelled due to rain. Tours may be cancelled if there are no reservations by 9 PM the evening before.