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Discover Pacific Northwest in August 2026 on one of these 11 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during August 2026 as you enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, and Wine Tasting. Prices for trips in August 2026 range from $3,851 to $21,450 for a vacation of 5 to 16 days. Choose any of the below 11 itineraries in August 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Pacific Northwest trip planners.
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Enjoy stunning views of Portland
from $6,715
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Astoria historic exploration
  • Learn Mount St. Helens eruption
  • Explore The Dalles museums
  • Richland heritage tour
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Portland / Clarkston
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American Jazz, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.
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Columbia River Gorge
from $6,400
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Song
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
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Portland / Clarkston
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American Song, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.
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Columbia River Gorge
from $5,240
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland to Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American West
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
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Portland / Clarkston
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard American West, navigating the Columbia & Snake Rivers. Cruise past Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens, reliving the golden age of riverboats. Explore Astoria's Victorian charm and visit Fort Clatsop. Journey through history in The Dalles, Richland, and Pendleton, culminating in the majestic landscapes of Hells Canyon.
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Explore the Snake River in the Pacific Northwest of the US
from $6,715
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Clarkston to Portland - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Visit Multnomah Falls
  • Explore vineyards and local artwork
  • Witness volcanic remains
  • Sail through Hells Canyon
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Clarkston / Portland
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz. Experience scenic landscapes, historic towns, and diverse wildlife. Highlights include traveling through Hells Canyon, Columbia River Gorge, and Mount St. Helens.
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Three Killer Whales swimming side by side.
from $14,434
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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

Northbound - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Sail into deep fjords & channels
  • Encounter & observe varied wildlife
  • Visit Haida Gwaii
  • Kayak in Misty Fjord's backwaters
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Vancouver, BC / Ford's Terror
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On this 15-day cruise aboard the Sea Bird, explore Alaska's Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii on this small ship adventure cruise. You'll visit Glacier Bay National Park, Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Misty Fjords, and Tracy Arm, where you can see the pristine wilderness of this region and search for fascinating wildlife.
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Grinnell Valley in Glacier National Park
from $13,915
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National Parks & Legendary Rivers

Portland, OR to Jackson, WY - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
  • Cruise Columbia River Gorge
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Enjoy Richland wine tastings
  • Discover Yellowstone’s geysers
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Portland / Grand Teton National Park
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Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day combined Columbia and Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz and land tour through iconic national parks, Glacier, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton National Parks. Explore vibrant towns, hike scenic trails, visit historic landmarks, and enjoy wine tastings, nature tours, and enriching excursions.
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The Chilko Experience
from $6,588
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Chilko Experience Wilderness Lodge

4-8 Day Itinerary
  • Relax in your wilderness hideaway
  • Cruise the Chilko River by jet boat
  • Explore backwoods trails by ATV
  • Horseback ride to mountain tops
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Horseback Riding
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Relaxed
Explore the wilderness of British Columbia from the luxurious Chilko Experience Wilderness Lodge on a flexible itinerary. This seven-home luxury estate offers active travelers an opportunity to get away from the noise of society and enjoy nature while you ride horses, hike, explore thousands of acres of woods on ATVs, and relax in the luxury and serenity of the resort.
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Mendenhall Glacier
from $7,200
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Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise

Vancouver to Seward - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Moon
  • Witness Vancouver’s 360-degree view
  • Sail Alaska’s Inside Passage
  • Discover Ketchikan’s totem poles
  • Visit Juneau’s Mendenhall Glacier
  • Gold-rush history in Skagway town
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Vancouver, BC / Seward
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Whale Watching, Hiking, Biking, Fishing
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Variable
Join the Silver Moon for an 8-day Alaska cruise from Vancouver to Seward, exploring Vancouver, cruising the Inside Passage, spotting wildlife in Ketchikan, and enjoying glaciers and scenery in Juneau. Experience unforgettable nature, culture, and adventure throughout the journey.
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Bears at the Atnarko River bank
from $3,850
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Grizzly Bear Viewing: Fresh Tracks

5 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy Tweedsmuir Park wildlife area
  • See bears in their natural habitat
  • Learn about bears and their habitat
  • Experience climbing in Via Ferrata
  • See Bella Coola's scenic landscape
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Vancouver, BC / Bella Coola
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Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Spa Relaxation, Helicopter Tours
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Variable
See grizzly bears in real life on this Bella Coola day trip, a 5-day grizzly bear viewing in Bella Coola. Enjoy Bella Coola bear watching, river drifts, and nature walks- among the best things to do in Canada. Explore Tweedsmuir Park and stay at Tweedsmuir Park Lodge, the ideal base for Bella Coola grizzly tours and close-up encounters with wild.
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Atnarko Scenic River Drift
from $3,945
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Explore Bella Coola

6 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy Tweedsmuir Park wildlife area
  • Enjoy Atnarko Scenic River Drift
  • Enjoy interpretive nature walks
  • Experience climbing in Via Ferrata
  • See Bella Coola's scenic landscape
  • Hike the Rainbow Range
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Vancouver, BC / Bella Coola
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Whitewater Rafting
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Take a 6-day Bella Coola tour of the magnificent Great Bear Rainforest and Bella Coola Valley. Experience stunning scenery at Tweedsmuir Proviincial Park wildlife, and unforgettable adventures. From serene river drifts along the Atnarko River to guided nature walks and climbing the Via Ferrata, explore the region's cultural heritage.
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Look for whales in Alaska
from $6,800
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Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Whisper
  • Explore the city of Vancouver
  • Gaze at glaciers and icebergs
  • Admire Ketchikan's totems
  • Explore the scenery of Seward
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Vancouver, BC / Seward
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Through the Inside Passage and its fjord-carved glaciers, discover Alaska's breathtaking coastline beauty. Silver Whisper takes you from Vancouver to Seward. This eight-day journey around Alaska's coast provides a breathtaking view of Alaska's incredible wildlife and scenery.
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