Explore dramatic beaches, offshore rock formations, and charming coastal towns with guided hikes and local insights.
8 Hours
Guide, Transportation, Bottled water
Travel the Pacific Coast Scenic Byway to discover Oregon’s rugged shoreline, sweeping beaches, and iconic rock formations on this full-day guided tour. Enjoy short hikes and scenic viewpoints as you explore state parks and seaside towns along the coast.
Tour involves short hikes on sand and uneven terrain with steps; moderate mobility required. November to March availability may be limited.
Notify us 24 hours or more prior to your tour start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour receive no refund. A full refund is provided if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
Director Park, 815 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Visitors consistently rave about the exceptional guides who make these tours memorable. Names like Aaron, Patrick, Daniel, Mel, and Joe come up repeatedly, with reviewers praising their deep knowledge of Pacific Northwest history, botany, and geology. The guides strike that perfect balance of being informative without lecturing, entertaining without being over the top, and genuinely caring about each guest's experience. Multiple reviewers mention feeling like they got a college education's worth of local knowledge in a single day. The tours themselves cover stunning territory, from the Oregon Coast to Columbia River Gorge waterfalls to Mount Hood. Guests appreciate the comfortable vehicles, relaxed pacing at most stops, and the guides' willingness to accommodate photo requests and bathroom breaks. Solo travelers felt looked after, elderly visitors received extra help, and even tours plagued by rain and fog became highlights thanks to the guides' enthusiasm and flexibility. One small note: the half-day waterfall tour feels rushed to some, with only 10-15 minutes at each stop, which doesn't leave much time to truly soak in the scenery or grab coffee at the gift shops.
I took the Pacific Coast Tour from Portland. My tour guided picked me up promptly at my hotel. We drove to the coast as our tour guide Joe narrated information about the area that we were driving through. We stopped at a rest area on the way to the coast. We stopped at several beaches, including Haystack Rock. Our hour lunch stop was at Canon Beach with several options for food or shopping on your own. Cute gift and candy shops are all a short walk. We also stopped at Short Sands Trail, walking through an old growth forest to the stunning views of the ocean beach. It was a beautiful walk and beach. Joe was helpful with any questions. Our group was 10 people. I was a solo female, and I felt safe on this trip. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting a relaxing daytime to the ocean from Portland.
Kathy
July 27, 2025
I took the Pacific Coast Tour from Portland. My tour guided picked me up promptly at my hotel. We drove to the coast as our tour guide Joe narrated information about the area that we were driving through. We stopped at a rest area on the way to the coast. We stopped at several beaches, including Haystack Rock. Our hour lunch stop was at Canon Beach with several options for food or shopping on your own. Cute gift and candy shops are all a short walk. We also stopped at Short Sands Trail, walking through an old growth forest to the stunning views of the ocean beach. It was a beautiful walk and beach. Joe was helpful with any questions. Our group was 10 people. I was a solo female, and I felt safe on this trip. I would definitely recommend this trip for anyone wanting a relaxing daytime to the ocean from Portland.
Kathy
July 27, 2025