Oregon's Columbia River Gorge & Willamette Valley Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $3,849 - $4,149 /person

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Oregon's Columbia River Gorge & Willamette Valley Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2024: Jun-Sep

From $3,849 - $4,149 /person

Waterfalls & Wine Country in the Pacific Northwest

The geologic drama that created Oregon's Columbia River Gorge is still at play. You'll feel it as you bike down Waterfall Alley, cruise through the Mosier Twin Tunnels and spin around the Rowena Loops. You'll witness it as you cycle through the bountiful Willamette Valley, a mosaic of farms and vineyards where the volcanic rich soil grows some of the world's finest Pinot Noir grapes. You'll taste it in Portland's thriving farm-to-fork food scene and in Hood River's microbreweries. Go ahead—sip, savor and cycle the best of the Pacific Northwest!

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Highlights

  • Explore the Columbia River Gorge, a nature-lover's paradise and crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest
  • Cycle the Historic Columbia River Highway, a National Historic Landmark and a Bicycling magazine "must ride"
  • Admire towering Mount Adams and Mount Hood as you bike past wild and scenic Oregon landscapes 
  • Bike through the bucolic Willamette Valley, dotted with farms, orchards and some of the world's finest Pinot Noir grapes
Oregon Columbia River Gorge & Willamette Valley Bike Tour map

Oregon

Start/End Portland

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Set off on two wheels to discover the lush Hood River Valley, one of the most prolific fruit-growing regions in the world • Ride along the Fruit Loop, a scenic cycling route dotted with orchards, wineries and farm stands • Enjoy lunch at a family-owned winery • Retreat to our historic hotel in downtown Hood River, where strong winds and waves launch thrill-seeking kiteboarders and windsurfers into the air.

Accommodations

Night 1

Hood River Hotel
Hood River
Casual Hotel

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this cozy Scandanavian-chic boutique hotel offers ready access to the charms of Hood River and its magnificent natural surroundings.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Start today's ride cycling eastward toward The Dalles, where the landscape transitions from temperate rain forest to dry grasslands • Don't miss the views as you ride through the famous windowed Twin Tunnels leading to the town of Mosier • If you're up for it, cruise downhill on the exhilarating Rowena Loops • Bike along the Historic Columbia River Highway, a marvel of engineering and masterpiece of landscape design once called King of the Roads • Make your way on two wheels down Waterfall Alley to experience some of the most spectacular scenery in the region • Take a moment to soak in the view of 620-foot Multnomah Falls, the second highest in the country • Learn about the Native American legend that named the iconic Bridge of the Gods • Stop for lunch at a local brewery in Cascade Locks, one of the oldest towns on the Columbia River • Treat yourself to some pampering at our distinctive Pacific Northwest hotel, Skamania Lodge.

Accommodations
Skamania Lodge

(2 nights)

Nights 2-3

Skamania Lodge
Stevenson
Casual Hotel

A magnificent mountain resort nestled on 175 wooded acres offering spectacular views of the Columbia River and Cascade Mountains. (pool, spa)
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Bike into the heart of the Willamette Valley, a wine-growing mecca often compared to France’s Burgundy region • Swirl and sip some of world’s finest Pinot Noir • Set out on routes lined with hazelnut trees, passing a historic chapel and the region's oldest winery • Learn about the volcanic heritage of this area, which contributes to its unique and complex soils • Explore the quaint town of McMinnville • Stay at a chic eco-friendly hotel in the historic downtown.

Accommodations
Atticus Hotel

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Atticus Hotel
McMinnville
*Premiere Hotel

A luxury boutique hotel in historic downtown McMinnville, reflective of the creative and independent spirit that defines Oregon Wine Country.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Traffic 

Oregon's Columbia River Gorge and Willamette Valley are popular with cyclists and drivers alike. While Backroads strives to find routes that are quiet and off the beaten track, some routes on this trip follow more heavily trafficked roads for a small portion of the ride. Of course, you're always welcome to jump in the shuttle to avoid the busier roads.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Hood River Hotel
Hood River

Casual Hotel

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this cozy Scandanavian-chic boutique hotel offers ready access to the charms of Hood River and its magnificent natural surroundings.

Nights 2-3

Skamania Lodge
Stevenson

Casual Hotel

A magnificent mountain resort nestled on 175 wooded acres offering spectacular views of the Columbia River and Cascade Mountains. (pool, spa)
 

Nights 4-5

Atticus Hotel
McMinnville

*Premiere Hotel

A luxury boutique hotel in historic downtown McMinnville, reflective of the creative and independent spirit that defines Oregon Wine Country.

From $3,849 - $4,149 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Backroads Performance Racer 2.0
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Canyon Endurace SLX 9 Di2
  • $650 rental fee; subject to availability
  • Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Canyon Endurace CF SLX 9 Di2
  • Perfectly balanced comfort and performance with a Grand Tour pedigree
  • State-of-the-art components and precision German engineering
Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
  • $400 rental fee
  • Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
  • Custom upgraded wheelset
  • Best for riders with some tandem experience.

From $3,849 - $4,149 /person

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