all columbia river trips

As one of the most prodigious wine growing regions outside of Napa Valley, home to a legendary American expedition and volcanic eruption, a region saturated with stunning beauty, the Pacific Northwest is tailor made for an autumn sojourn. Navigate the flowing waters of the Columbia River, and enjoy kayaking, hiking or bicycling. The highlights of this voyage are accentuated by a focus on the wines, cheeses and fresh seafood of the region.

Follow the epic journey of the Lewis & Clark Expedition and retrace nearly 1,000 miles of their route along the Columbia & Snake Rivers. The Pacific Northwest's pioneer history is brought to life with a special series of excursions, guest speakers, and presentations by your onboard Exploration Leaders. Experience these mighty rivers as the small ship cruises through the diverse landscape into secluded areas that big ships cannot get to.

The Columbia river joined by the Snake River, rolls with increasing force through fertile farmlands, past snow-covered volcanoes, and finally knifes through a mountain range to complete a 1,200-mile journey to the wide sea. Our comfortable, maneuverable, small ships enable you to travel from the mouth of the Columbia all the way inland to Idaho, more than 450 miles upstream — a voyage impossible for a big ship.

Step into the American west on a 36 passenger yacht cruise that encompasses human history, natural history and even time itself. Experience the rivers completely by jet boat, kayak, inflatable skiff and by transiting through eight mammoth dams. Taste wine from the barrel in Washington's wine country and converse with local specialists as they relate tales of the epic Lewis and Clark Expedition.