Columbia River – Harvests, History, and Landscapes of The Pacific Northwest
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Venture · 7 days
Day 1: Arrive in the early afternoon in Portland, located in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. Embark in the early evening and enjoy wine and champagne as the ship sails along the Willamette River under eight of Portland's 12 eclectic bridges. Day 2: Witness natural and man-made marvels as you navigate the scenic Columbia River Gorge and pass through the Bonneville Lock and Dam. Enjoy a fresh-brewed coffee on the bow, where your naturalists offer insightful perspectives on the controversial history of dams along the river. Later, enjoy an onboard tasting with your wine specialist while learning about the local terroirs. Day 3: Drive through some of the most fertile agricultural areas in…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | National Geographic Venture |
| Length | 7 days |
| Region | US Rivers & Coast |
| Departures | 6 listed · 2027-10-11 to 2028-10-21 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Portland, OR, United States |
| Day 2 | Columbia River Gorge, OR, United States |
| Day 3 | Burbank, WA, United States |
| Day 3 | Walla Walla, WA, United States |
| Day 3 | Burbank, WA, United States |
| Day 4 | Columbia River Gorge, OR, United States |
| Day 5 | The Dalles, OR, United States |
| Days 6–7 | Astoria, OR, United States |
| Day 8 | Portland, OR, United States |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-10-11 | 2027-10-18 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2027-10-18 | 2027-10-25 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2027-10-25 | 2027-11-01 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2028-10-07 | 2028-10-14 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2028-10-14 | 2028-10-21 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2028-10-21 | 2028-10-28 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
Current offers
- 50% Reduced Deposit — Valid for Travel 01 Oct 2026 - 31 Dec 2027
- Celebrate Life's Milestones! — through 2027-11-27 · Celebrate your greatest milestones—the big birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions, graduations, retirements, vow renewals—with a group of eight or more and enjoy an amenity package including: 5% savings on cabin fares Custom group photo A total of $150 shipboard credit for the group Other special gifts Terms & Conditions: Celebrate a milestone with a group of eight or more and enjoy a special amenity package including: 5% savings on cabin fares, custom group photo, a total of $150 shipboard credit for the group and other special gifts. $150 shipboard credit is allocated to the lead guest…
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