The Best of oregon: Tulips, wine & whales April 18-21, 2024

Plan to arrive in Portland by the early afternoon (specific time to be shared after booking). The Chicas shuttle will transport the guests from the Portland airport to Oregon wine country where we will enjoy wine-tasting and dinner. 

Included Meals: Dinner & Winery

Accommodation: Hotel near Silverton, OR (double occupancy)

Note: The Chicas Abroad team can help you book a hotel if you would like to arrive in Portland the day before the adventure.

We will start our day early with a 7.5 mile hike to see ten waterfalls. The hike is moderate-level with an elevation gain of around 1,200 feet. 

After the hike, we will return to our hotel to freshen up and hit the colorful tulip fields! We will have time to walk through the rows and rows of tulips, taking hundreds of Instagram-worthy photos. 

We will finish out our evening with a delicious dinner and potentially another winery visit if the group is feeling up to it!

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel near Silverton, OR (double occupancy)

Activity: Hiking 7.5 miles with an elevation gain of 1,200. Be sure that you are ready to hike a 30-minute/mile pace on average.

Today we will head over to the wild and wonderful Pacific Ocean where we will board a boat in Depoe Bay and search for the massive gray whales that will be migrating through this area. We will take some time to wander through the cute seaside shops of Depoe Bay before heading to our next stop - the famous Tillamook Cheese Factory! Here you can learn how cheese is made and watch the cheese-packing process on the factory floor. And of course there's Tillamook Cheese tasting and a chance to get some Tillamook ice cream!

Our final destination of today is picturesque Cannon Beach where we will have some time to relax and enjoy the sand beneath our toes. Those who are brave can wade into the cool waters of the Pacific Ocean. We will do our best to make it to Cannon Beach in time to watch the sunset over the ocean.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel at Cannon Beach, OR (double occupancy)

We will have some free time this morning to enjoy the beautiful, expansive Cannon Beach area. You can choose to sleep in or get up early for a morning walk on the beach. We will leave Cannon Beach midday to head back to Portland to catch our flights home.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

All hotel rooms are double occupancy with 2 beds. You can choose to purchase a single room for an additional cost.

Meals are included as outlined in the itinerary, plus we will always have snacks on board. Water and other non-alcoholic beverages will be included with all meals. You will be able to purchase additional drinks or alcohol at our dinners. Our goal is to support local businesses as much as possible.

Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions and we will accommodate. Be prepared to supplement the included meals with your favorite snacks. 

We will do one moderate-level hike that is around 7.5 miles. The elevation gain is 1,200 feet, beginning at around 900 feet elevation. To fully enjoy this adventure, you will need to train for this hike and be able to average a 30 minute/mile hiking pace. 

A detailed packing list will provided upon registration.  

• Hotel accommodations (double occupancy with 2 queen beds) 
• Meals as indicated in itinerary
• Ground transportation from the Portland airport (PDX)
• Whale-watching
• Tulip farm entry
• Park fees
• Winery visits
• All tips for included meals and local guides 
• An experienced Chicas Abroad leader ensuring your trip is seamless and sensational! 
• Commemorative Chicas Abroad swag 
• A detailed travel guide with everything you need to know for your trip 
• Freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander! 

• Transportation to/from Portland from your home location
• Additional alcoholic beverages 
• Travel insurance 
• Chicas Abroad Leader tips