Portland, Oregon
Portland is known for a variety of things: pristine urban wilderness, a cutting-edge food scene, and a culture dedicated to “keeping things weird.” Dine in fabulous hidden restaurants, stroll through a forest of evergreen trees and feel the cool mist of a cascading waterfall, visit spectacular gardens, sip fine Oregon Pinot Noir, and enjoy freedom to explore one of America’s quirkiest cities on this refreshing 5-day getaway!
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This Trip at a Glance
Portland’s Hidden Gems
Dates: TBD | Price: $2,800
This trip is ideal for nature lovers, foodies, and anyone who enjoys discovering secret, hidden gems. With pristine nature in all directions, Portland is the perfect destination for those who love the activity of the city but also crave the solace of nature. The pace of this trip is moderate, and travelers should be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods of time.
If you wish to take this trip at another date, either solo or with a group of your own, contact us and we’ll work with you to customize this trip for your needs.
The Itinerary — 5 Days, 4 Nights
Day 1
Portland Food Trucks. Photo source
Fly into Portland International Airport (PDX) where transportation to your hotel will be waiting for you. Arrive at the downtown Heathman Hotel, your “home away from home” for the next 4 nights.
Upon arriving at the hotel, check-in to your room and enjoy a bit of leisure time if time allows. Meet with your ATC Trip Host and the rest of the group in the hotel lobby and depart on your first tour of the trip, a Portland Food Cart and Neighborhood Tour. Portland’s multicultural and creative spirit has led to a very diverse and thriving culinary scene, most notable are the hundreds of food carts located in nearly every corner of the city. This Food Cart and Neighborhood Tour is a great introduction into the city of Portland as it will allow you to get a lay of the land and experience the unique flavors of each neighborhood.
Following the tour, return to the hotel and enjoy the option to either retire early or venture to the Portland Art Museum which hosts regular events on Friday nights. Take an evening stroll through the museum as you enjoy live music, beer, and wine at this weekly exhibition.
Meals Included: Dinner (Food Cart Tour)
Day 2
Lan Su Chinese Garden. Photo source.
Depart the hotel in the morning and meet your private, local guide for a Walking Tour of Downtown Portland. Learn about the history of the city as you stroll along the Willamette river, view famous sculptures, visit the smallest park in the world, and sample local fare like donuts from the famous Voodoo Donuts. Conclude this tour at Powell’s City of Books, an enormous, family-owned bookstore which spans an entire city block! Enjoy leisure time to explore the bookstore, grab a bite to eat, or simply people-watch from a nearby cafe.
Continue the journey to the Lan Su Chinese Garden, a spectacular Ming Dynasty inspired botanical garden. “Once inside the garden's walls, you'll feel as if you've traveled through time to another era in a faraway world.”
Afterward, visit the Portland Saturday Market, an open-air arts and crafts market located in the Old Town/Chinatown District. Watch artists at work and keep an eye out for a hand-crafted gift or souvenir.
Stop for a drink at Huber’s Cafe, one of Portland’s oldest restaurants famous for its flaming Spanish Coffee. Watch as your bartender puts on an elaborate cocktail-crafting performance and relax as you sip this fine coffee concoction. Finally, end the night at Lechon, a lively Latin American restaurant with a creative and extensive tapas menu.
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 3
Willamette Valley. Photo source.
While the neighboring states of California and Washington are more well-known for their wine-making, Oregon is also an extremely profitable wine region. Spend the afternoon exploring the nearby wine region of Willamette Valley and the breathtaking scenic beauty along the way. Led by a local guide, your first stop will be to Silver Falls State Park. Take a leisurely hike through the peaceful evergreen forest and enjoy refreshments and snacks at the base of a magnificent waterfall before continuing the journey to Willamette Valley.
Upon arriving, you’ll visit three boutique wineries, sample a spread of delicious fine wines, and learn how the terroir of the land influences each wine you taste. Relax and enjoy the sweeping scenic views on the journey to and from each destination. Stop for lunch at Left Coast Cellars, a certified sustainable winery, and 2020 Oregon Winery of the Year.
Return to Portland and enjoy leisure time to relax and refresh at the hotel. In the evening, enjoy dinner at Langbaan, an upscale Thai restaurant that happens to be “hidden” within another restaurant. Accessed by a secret door, and with only 24 seats, Langbaan is one of Portland’s most sought after restaurants. Totally unique and absolutely divine, dining at Langbaan is more than just a meal, it is a one-of-a-kind dining experience!
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Han Oak Restaurant. Photo source.
Begin the day with an early morning breakfast before embarking on an Urban Hiking Tour through Portland’s Forest Park, one of the largest urban parks in the United States. It’s easy to feel as if you’re in the middle of the wilderness in Forest Park when in reality, you are but a few miles from the heart of Portland’s bustling city center. This tour will take you along a gentle nature trail through the forest, past the abandoned stone ruins of “The Witch’s Castle”, and the grand, French-renaissance style Pittock Mansion.
Continue the journey into Washington Park, another large urban park home to the spectacular Portland Japanese Garden, one of the largest in the world outside of Japan. Enjoy leisure time to explore this magnificent park which includes the International Rose Test Garden, and Arboretum, an impressive Bamboo Garden, and more.
Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. In the evening, enjoy a round of drinks at Ex Novo Brewing Company, a 100% non-profit brewery. Afterward, enjoy an unforgettable Farewell Dinner at Han Oak, yet another one of Portland’s “hidden” restaurants. Located on a neighborhood side street and accessible only by an unmarked door, Han Oak is not your typical restaurant. In fact, the owners serve up gourmet dumplings and noodles from the comfort of their family home. Unpretentious and welcoming, Han Oak is the perfect place to enjoy one final meal with new friends.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Accommodations: The Heathman Hotel
Heathman Hotel Library. Photo source.
The Heathman Hotel is an iconic Portland landmark. Located in the heart of the city’s cultural district, The Heathman has been the go-to for luxury accommodations in the city for nearly 100 years. While maintaining the building’s 20th century character and charm, modern renovations have enhanced the hotel’s appeal. Featuring newly-renovated guest rooms, a stylish library, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an award-winning in-house restaurant, the Heathman offers guests the pleasure of staying in a place that is both unique and historic but offers a plethora of modern creature comforts. A member of Provenance Hotels, guests will be happy to know that the Heathman Hotel is as committed to sustainability and philanthropy as it is to quality and security.
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Additional Trip Information
Inclusions
4 nights in private accomodations at the Heathman Hotel
1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
All tours mentioned in the itinerary
All site entry tickets
Airport transfer
Gratuities
An AstridTravel Trip Host on-site
Exclusions
Airfare
Meals not specified in itinerary
Miscellaneous personal expenses
Travel Insurance
Payment Schedule
$500 deposit required upon booking
$1,300 payment due on or before June 1, 2021
$1,000 payment due on or before August 1, 2021
Monthly payment plans available. Contact us for details.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your trip 90 days or more prior to departure, and you will receive a full refund of any monies paid to the ATC. Cancel your trip between 89 - 60 days prior to departure, and you will receive a 50% refund. Cancel your trip between 59 - 30 days prior to departure and you will receive a 25% refund. Cancel your trip less than 30 days prior to departure, and you will receive no refund.
All cancellations must be sent via email to contact@astridtravel.com and are effective the date we receive this correspondence.
ATC reserves the right to cancel this trip for any reason. Such reasons include, but are not limited to, not achieving a minimum number of participants necessary to make the trip feasible, weather phenomena, and other unforeseen circumstances. In such event, you may choose to either receive a full refund or apply your payments to another trip if approved by ATC.
Traveler Requirements
Travelers must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months following the return travel date if traveling internationally.
Travelers are responsible for making their own flight arrangements.
Travelers must provide a copy of their desired flight reservation before booking to ensure that all information is correct.
Travel Insurance — Strongly Recommended
The ATC does not require travel insurance for our domestic trips, however, we always strongly recommended you purchase travel insurance. In the event that you are unable attend this trip due to an illness, family emergency, missed or canceled flight, act of terrorism, natural disaster, etc., Astrid Solo Travel Advisor, AstridTravel LLC, the AstridTravel Club LLC, nor any affiliated person or party will be held responsible for payment repatriation. Protect yourself against any unforeseen trip disasters and purchase travel insurance. Please contact us with any questions.
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