Top Portland Unique Experiences

Whether you want to relax after a long day of sightseeing or need to unwind at the end of your workweek, a sunset dinner cruise along the Willamette River is sure to do the trick. The journey offers spectacular views of the Portland skyline and city’s main landmarks. Listen to live music while you enjoy a freshly cooked Pacific Northwest meal.

We've always had a passion for donuts, but only recently did we realize just how many others do too. And when looking around, we didn't see anything that truly celebrated donuts in all their glory, hence the Underground Donut Tour was born. This tour is for anyone who truly enjoys donuts. At each location, you'll be able to try a curated sample of one of that location's best donuts. Many locations offer vegan, gluten or nut free options, however, please make sure to let us know ahead of the tour, so we can make sure to highlight those specifically for you. Our tours include such favorites as Coco Donuts, Blue Star Donuts, Nola Doughnuts, Voodoo Doughnuts and more. We hope you can join us!

Start your day off right with a 2-hour brunch cruise along the Willamette River. Board the boat in the late morning and soak in the scenery of northern Oregon as your boat glides away from Portland. When you’re ready, help yourself to a buffet brunch accompanied by sparkling wine or apple cider. You can walk around the deck or sit near the cabin windows to view the stunning landscape.

With more breweries than any other city in the US, Portland is a beer drinker’s dream. It can be hard to decide where to start, so this craft brewery tour takes you to a handful of the best on the city’s East Side, a neighborhood known for its innovation but off the radar of many tourists. Challenge your taste buds and find your new favorite brew, from West Coast IPAs to seasonal lagers and barrel-aged beers.

This 2 1/2 hour 4 mile tour takes you to some of the city's most famous donut shops for a taste of Portland's most delicious doughy delights - all food included! We'll cruise between 4 donut shops and ride through several of Portland's most lively and iconic neighborhoods including Old Town, Chinatown, the Pearl District, the Park Blocks, Portland State University and the scenic Portland Waterfront. Our first stop is NOLA with their rich, chocolaty layered La’ssant. The next is the deservedly famous Blue Star, where we'll sample the French brioche-based doughnut that graced the cover of Food & Wine magazine. Then on we go to local favorite Coco Donuts, which not only has scrumptious donuts but also roasts their own coffee. Then we cruise down the hill, along the river and to the most famous place in Portland, Voodoo donuts where we'll skip the line (often an hour long!) and try the notoriously delicious bacon maple bar (vegetarian option available).

Ride the Explorer Jet-boat from Portland to the Columbia Gorge as we embark into the Heart of the Columbia Gorge to search for the illusive creature known as Bigfoot. See the Landmarks that make the Northwest Famous, while listening to live and recorded narration about the history of the Columbia Gorge and Bigfoot's presence in the Northwest. Enjoy content created by Animal Planets "Finding Bigfoot" Star, Cliff Barackman. This full-day adventure includes 6 hours of cruise time, with a 1-hour break in Cascade Locks. This is a covered Jet Boat, dress for the weather, you will not get rained on as it is covered. Please be prepared with a sweatshirt or jacket, as it can be cooler in the morning. Feel free to bring a lunch, snacks or drinks. There is no food available onboard. There is a restroom on board. We do stop in Cascade Locks where you can purchase lunch.

 The Pacific Northwest is known for its microbreweries, and nowhere is this more evident than in Portland, AKA Beervana. With this tour, you'll get to visit four of the city’s most-loved breweries, with plenty of opportunities to sample the offerings in the process. Activities along the way include a behind-the-scenes look at beer production, food and beer pairings, and even a trivia session!

Pay tribute to Portland’s myth-laden landmarks with a fun scavenger hunt adventure! This competition adds pizzazz to a walking tour with a friendly race through Portland to solve clues, complete challenges, and track down some of the city’s hidden gems. Don’t forget your smart phone and sleuthing sensibility! Note: Price is per individual, but each team must book together to join in the same adventure.

Whether you love sours or Belgians, IPAs or ales, no beer fan should miss Portland's burgeoning brewery scene. You can experience some of the city's most creative beers on this Portland beer biking tour, complete with a bike, helmet, and guide to lead the way. Just meet your group and hop on a bike to cruise the Eastside of Portland. Visit four different breweries—with tastings included—and sample some of the best craft beers around.

Portland's chocolate scene is overwhelming; let us navigate you through its origins, passionate makers, and diversity with this walking tour that delves into what some call "decadence" but we call "delight." Chocolate is a virtue! Our tour hits both the well-known highlights and some of the secrets of the chocolate scene, with a few surprises we don't want to give away. You'll taste chocolate in myriad forms and styles; think of it as a chocolate education. Trust that you will not leave the tour wanting! The tour in total is about 2.5 miles (4km), mostly flat walking, with several tastings of chocolate -- just the right amount so you'll have the opportunity to truly taste every bite! We keep groups very small, so you'll have an intimate experience with your enthusiastic guides. (Contact us for larger groups or private experiences; we are happy to accommodate!)

You'll experience a true Russian get-together, when friends gather together for no other reason than to have a good time! You will learn a specific set of vodka toasts for such occasions, all while indulging in some of the most typical Russian party fares. I will share a little bit of history about each dish, the proper way to eat them, and a few Russian phrases and words related to the dishes. We will finish the night off by learning and singing a famous Russian folk song, as it is one of the most essential parts of a good party. By the end of the night, your soul and heart will be filled with a new enriching experience! До скорого! To sum up, you will: - enjoy an appetizer and dumplings with a little bit of a history insight - learn about the Russian drinking culture including how to take a shot properly - learn a couple of most common toasts - play a fun Russian culture game - learn how to sing one of the most iconic Russian traditional songs - have a wonderful time!

Discover the best of Portland's dynamic beer culture and taste favorite brews during this walking tour. Sample 11 beers from 3 different local breweries in less than 1 mile of walking. Sip Portland's famous IPAs, Northwest pale ales, Irish Reds, and creamy stouts.

Come walk around the bustling streets of Downtown Portland with your local guide and discover why Portland is the coffee and donut capital of the world! We'll visit several genuinely local craft coffee houses for an interactive look at different styles and flavors of coffee. Plus we’ll munch on a bunch of locally-made donuts from shops you can only find right here in Portland. We like to think this the perfect way to discover Downtown Portland, see where locals get their coffee and donuts fix, and have fun!