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Discover Pacific Northwest in October 2025 on one of these 13 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during October 2025 as you enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, and Urban Exploration. Prices for trips in October 2025 range from $4,105 to $12,665 for a vacation of 5 to 9 days. Choose any of the below 13 itineraries in October 2025 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Pacific Northwest trip planners.
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Hatley Castle, Victoria
from $5,897
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Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Seattle
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest over a wide-ranging week in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Venture. Explore remote islands and sail through channels that teem with sea life and visit charming towns and First Nations heritage sites.
  • Learn the histories of First Nation
  • Search for killer whales
  • Enjoy a private evening event
  • Kayak and hike the wildlife coasts
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The still water of the Palouse River
from $5,827
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Fall Season - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
Activity Level
Variable
The Sea Bird takes you on this 8-day Pacific Northwest cruise along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, including zodiac & kayak excursions, hiking and biking opportunities, and visits to the Lewis and Clark Wildlife Refuge, the Columbia River Gorge, and Hells Canyon.
  • Trek up the iconic Beacon Rock
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Explore the Lewis & Clark Refuge
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Scenic Landscape
from $6,409
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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History - Eastbound

Portland - Clarkston - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
Activity Level
Variable
The Sea Lion hosts this 8-day excursion from Portland, Oregon towards Clarkston, Washington. Along the way, pass through Hells Canyon, visit the Lewis and Clark Wildlife Refuge, zodiac & kayak your way along the Palouse River, and witness the Columbia River Gorge.
  • Bike or walk along the river
  • Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
  • Jet boat through Hells Canyon
  • Explore the Lewis & Clark Refuge
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
from $5,425
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Seattle
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands aboard American Constellation. Cruise to historic coastal towns. Explore wildlife and scenic beauty with excursions to Butchart Gardens and Olympic National Park.
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • See wildlife in San Juan Islands
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Columbia River Gorge
from $4,105
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Highlights of the Columbia River

Portland Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard American Pride
Starts / Ends
Portland / Portland
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6-day Columbia River cruise aboard American Pride. This journey offers direct access to local culture, history, and Pacific Northwest landscapes.
  • Discover Astoria’s maritime history
  • Discover Native history
  • See Multnomah Falls cascade
  • Learn Mount St. Helens eruption
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Columbia River Gorge
from $4,125
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Columbia River Gorge Cruise

Roundtrip Portland - 7 Day Itinerary aboard American Pride
Starts / Ends
Portland / Portland
Activities
Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 7-day Columbia River Gorge cruise aboard American Pride. Explore Portland, Hood River, The Dalles, and Kalama. Discover the pioneers at the Oregon Trail’s end and learn about the region’s history at museums like the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and the Fort Dalles Museum.
  • Discover Hood River’s museums
  • Walk through The Dalles
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Taste local wines from Hood River
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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
Starts / Ends
Portland / Richland
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
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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
Starts / Ends
Clarkston / Portland
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
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.
  • Visit Multnomah Falls
  • Explore vineyards and local artwork
  • Witness volcanic remains
  • Sail through Hells Canyon
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The Chilko Experience
from $6,008
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Chilko Experience Wilderness Lodge

4-8 Day Itinerary
Activities
Biking, Horseback Riding, Fishing
Activity Level
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.
  • 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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Wildlife viewing deck
from $4,295
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Autumn in the Great Bear Rainforest

5 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Vancouver, BC / Bella Coola
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Hiking, Helicopter Tours, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Spend a week exploring the Great Bear Rainforest in Bella Coola, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge in this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage with the help of the Tweedsmuir Park Lodge.
  • Enjoy Tweedsmuir Park wildlife area
  • See bears in their natural habitat
  • Learn about bears and their habitat
  • Capture photos of wildlife
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Enjoy stunning views of Portland
from $6,355
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Portland - Clarkston - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
Starts / Ends
Portland / Richland
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
from $5,425
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
Starts / Ends
Seattle / Seattle
Activities
Village Visits, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands aboard American Constitution. Cruise to historic coastal towns. Explore wildlife and scenic beauty with excursions to Butchart Gardens and Olympic National Park. Learn about cultural heritage from Norwegian settlers and the Suquamish tribe.
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • Explore cultural heritage
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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
Starts / Ends
Portland / Richland
Activities
Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
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.
  • Explore Astoria's Victorian charm
  • Step ashore in Kalama
  • Discover Richland's scenic trails
  • Cruise the legendary Snake River
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