Scenic Oregon Circle

Depart the UK on your chosen scheduled flight to Portland. Upon arrival, collect your rental car and proceed to your hotel, which is centrally located downtown. Perhaps enjoy a great meal and local craft-brew this evening.

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The Duniway Portland, a Hilton Hotel

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The Duniway Portland, a Hilton Hotel

Step into a space exquisitely designed for respite and creativity as well as comfort and quietude. Each room and suite at the hotel is adorned with locally inspired décor that reflects the refreshing natural beauty and dynamic energy of Portland. Guestrooms are appointed with 65-inch flat-screen televisions, complimentary Wi-Fi, Vittoria® coffeemaker, lavish bath products, cosy robes, slippers, and Serenity Beds with 500-thread-count linens.

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Portland is a vibrant yet laid-back city with a booming bike culture. We recommend a city tour or taking either a bike or Segway tour to introduce you to the city and spectacular waterfront. Shoppers will be delighted with the options from the Pearl District to quirky Mississippi Avenue and downtown Pioneer Place Mall. Renowned for its more than 500 food carts and plethora of international cuisine, dining is a real treat. With its new crop of urban wineries, over 50 craft breweries and Distillery Row, there’s no shortage of places to spend your evenings.

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The Duniway Portland, a Hilton Hotel

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The Duniway Portland, a Hilton Hotel

Step into a space exquisitely designed for respite and creativity as well as comfort and quietude. Each room and suite at the hotel is adorned with locally inspired décor that reflects the refreshing natural beauty and dynamic energy of Portland. Guestrooms are appointed with 65-inch flat-screen televisions, complimentary Wi-Fi, Vittoria® coffeemaker, lavish bath products, cosy robes, slippers, and Serenity Beds with 500-thread-count linens.

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It is only a short drive today as you leave the city and head for the beautiful coast. We suggest taking the northern loop road which passes through Astoria. Make a stop in the carnival town of Seaside, where surf shops, oceanfront boardwalks and ice creams are commonplace. Once in Cannon Beach, visit Haystack Rock, perhaps once of the most iconic images of Oregon’s coastline.

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The Ocean Lodge, Cannon Beach

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The Ocean Lodge, Cannon Beach

Every guestroom at The Ocean Lodge is thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation, featuring cosy gas fireplaces and, in select accommodations, Jacuzzis. Guests enjoy a full range of amenities, including complimentary  Wi-Fi, flat-screen televisions, plush robes, premium bath products, mini-refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Many rooms also offer private balconies or patios with stunning ocean views.

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Heading south, your journey continues along the coastline which is dotted with scenic lookout points and quaint small towns and villages. There are numerous stops you shouldn’t miss. Visit Depoe Bay Sea Wall, where crashing waves pummel the coastline on one side of Highway 101 whilst over 20 shops and restaurants line the other side. Also visit Yaquina Head Lighthouse, standing 93 feet tall at the westernmost point of the basalt headland. This lighthouse has been guiding ships along the west coast since 1873. Newport offers a scenic waterfront where many small galleries, gift shops and cafes can be found and from where many boat tours depart. The dock is also home to a noisy sea lion population.

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Driftwood Shores Resort, Florence

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Driftwood Shores Resort, Florence

Whether selecting a guestroom, or one of the one, two or three-bedroom units complete with kitchenette, you will enjoy views of the ocean from a private patio or balcony where you can enjoy every spectacular sunrise and sunset.

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Before departing from Florence, why not take a dune buggy ride at Sand Dunes Frontier? Accommodating all adrenaline levels, take a small jeep flying across the dunes or a seat in one of the more leisurely large vehicles, both driven by skilled drivers. You may also wish to visit Sand Master Park, to try your hand at Sand Boarding. Hugging the coast, continue south with stops in Coos Bay and Port Orford en route to Gold Beach.

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Tu Tu Tun Lodge, Gold Beach

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Tu Tu Tun Lodge, Gold Beach

Intimate and serene, Tu Tu’ Tun Lodge offers a secluded escape with just 16 thoughtfully appointed guestrooms, two elegant suites, and two private houses. Spread across two floors, each accommodation is uniquely designed, with select rooms featuring cosy fireplaces and open-air soaking tubs. All rooms include a private balcony or patio, offering peaceful views and a seamless connection to the lodge’s lush, riverside surroundings.

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Cross the state line into northern California where you will find the Redwood National and State Parks. Once in Grants Pass you may choose to learn the Italian Art Glass technique at The Glass Forge, where you can create your own masterpiece.

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Weasku Inn, Grants Pass

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Weasku Inn, Grants Pass

The Inn features five uniquely designed lodge rooms and 11 charming riverfront cabins, each offering a cosy and inviting atmosphere. The rooms are individually styled, featuring handmade quilts and furnishings inspired by the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, ensuring no two accommodations are alike. Guests can enjoy a range of thoughtful amenities, including plush bedding, private bathrooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, and complimentary coffee, with some rooms offering stunning views of the river or forest.

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Shortly after leaving Grants Pass, make a stop at Jacksonville, voted one of America’s coolest small towns. We have allowed you a two night stay in Bend, so you can take a full day in Crater Lake National Park en route. Prepare to witness one of the most spectacular lake landscapes you will ever see. Crater Lake was formed 7,700 years ago, when a volcanic peak erupted and then collapsed. The remaining calder filled with water, creating the deep azure-blue lake that you see today. Rim Drive offers dozens of lake viewpoints and the grand 1915 Crater Lake Lodge warrants a stop too. If time allows, you may wish to stop at Collier Logging Museum in Chiloquin before arrival into Bend. Bend is a very quaint town, filled with small cafes and independent shops. A visit to High Desert Museum is a must.

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Oxford Hotel, Bend

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Oxford Hotel, Bend

Whether choosing a City, Boutique, Deluxe or Oxford room, you’ll enjoy Premium Organic bathroom products, LCD flat screen television, high speed internet access, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, iPod alarm clock and climate control. Terrace, Mountain and Cascade suites offer additional space and upgraded amenities.

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Todays drive through Central Oregon into Eastern Oregon is packed full of scenic sights so keep your camera close by. Your first port of call is Smith Rock State Park located near the town of Redmond. Its sheer cliffs of tuff and basalt are ideal for rock climbing, but the less adventurous can hike or mountain bike the miles of trails. However you decide to discover this wonder, you will be mesmerised by the 800ft cliffs towering over the lazy Crooked River. Next make a stop at Painted Hills, where millions of years of history are revealed in the multi coloured layers of mountainous earth. The colours are thought to have been created by the varying minerals from one millennia to the next, resulting in hills which appear to have been painted in reds, oranges and yellows. The Thomas Condon Paleontology Centre is home to hundreds of fossils from the John Day Fossil Beds and surrounding areas and make s perfect afternoon stop. Should time allow, visit Kam Wah Chung Museum before making the last part of todays journey, along winding forested roads into Baker City. Baker City is a former gold rush boomtown, adorned with historic buildings and the award-winning Barley Brown’s Brew Pub.

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Geiser Grand Hotel, Baker City

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Geiser Grand Hotel, Baker City

Expect crystal chandeliers and dark mahogany woods, which echo through the public spaces and into the spacious traditionally designed guestrooms. Choose from a Deluxe room, Grand room, Four Poster suite, Parlour suite or Cupelo suite, all are air conditioned and have a variety of quirky amenities.

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Baker City is at the start of an incredible 208 mile scenic byway, ending at La Grande. Start with a visit to the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Centre, following which the highlights of your journey are Hells Canyon Dam, Hells Canyon Overlook, Wallowa Lake, Nez Perce Interpretive Centre, Minam State Recreation Area and the Eagle Cap Excursion Train.

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Oxford Suites, Pendleton

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Oxford Suites, Pendleton

The hotel comprises a selection of studios and suites, offering spacious accommodations which are furnished in a traditional style. Studios feature one king or two queen beds, a small seating area, television, microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator. Suites offer a separate bedroom and living room, plus all the key features of a studio.

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Todays journey hugs the state border with Washington State and includes many highlights. Start with a stop in Boardman, which is home to SAGE Centre – an interactive experience which highlights sustainable agriculture and energy. In The Dalles, we suggest visits to Sunshine Mill Winery for a tasting of the vineyards premier wines, and at Columbia Gorge Discovery Centre & Museum, which tells the story of the Gorges natural and cultural histories. Head to Rowena Plateau for sweeping views of the Gorge and adjacent historic highway. Hood River, a sweet little town, makes a perfect stop for lunch before exploring the Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum. Taking the I35 south, your journey sweeps toward the incredibly majestic Mount Hood. Should time allow, visit Tamawanas Falls Trailhead near the base of Mount Hood. A 3.6 mile round-trip walk rewards hikers with a thundering 125ft waterfall that you can walk behind. Make a stop at Timberline Lodge for a hot chocolate or cool lemonade, before arrival into Welches where you are based for two nights. On your second day in this area, visit the Wildwood Recreation Site located close to your hotel. Combining the Cascade Streamwatch Trail and Wildwood Wetlands Trail, which are lined by boardwalks, you can explore the natural stream and wetland ecosystems on an easy walk. You may also decide to visit Jonsrud Viewpoint in Sandy which is part of the Oregon Trail and offers spectacular view of Mount Hood. Save ample time to explore Columbia Gorge Waterfalls, a collection of 77 waterfalls located along the Gorge. Our favourites are Bridal Veil Falls and Multnomah Falls so if time is short make these your chosen viewings.

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Mount Hood Oregon Resort

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Mount Hood Oregon Resort

Sit back and relax in one of the 157 guest rooms and suites, each offers a warm, rustic retreat among 300 acres of the exhilarating natural beauty of Mt. Hood, Oregon. All accommodations are appointed with modern comforts and amenities. Enjoy premium Simmons® Beautyrest memory foam beds, luxury linens and deluxe bath amenities. Stay connected and entertained with complimentary Wi-Fi and wall-mounted flat screen televisions. Step out onto your private patio or deck and take in views of the resort’s pool or forested courtyard, or if you’ve chosen a suite you’ll enjoy the golf course’s lush, rolling fairways.

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It is a short drive back to Portland International Airport, so you may choose to spend some time in Willamette Valley, which is the centre of Oregon’s wine region. Return your car to the depot and check in for your flight back to the UK.