8 days in Oregon Itinerary

An old logging town at the crux of the high desert and ponderosa pine forest, Bend melds a love of the outdoors with cosmopolitan flair.

On the 28th (Fri), contemplate the geological forces at Newberry National Volcanic Monument, then contemplate the waterfront views at Todd Lake, and then relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour. On your second day here, contemplate the waterfront views at Deschutes River and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Boneyard Beer.

To find more things to do, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Bend trip planner.

Cranbrook, Canada to Bend is an approximately 14.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is usually a -1 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in Bend can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to drive to Hood River.

The city of Hood River is the seat of Hood River County, Oregon, United States. Kick off your visit on the 30th (Sun): relax in the rural setting at The Gorge White House, then learn about winemaking at Mt. Hood Winery, and then explore the activities along Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the waterfront views at White Salmon River.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Hood River online trip planner.

You can drive from Bend to Hood River in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. When traveling from Bend in July, plan for little chillier days and somewhat warmer nights in Hood River: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Portland.

A big city with a small-town feel, Portland is home to the country's biggest rose test garden, perched on a hill overlooking downtown.

On the 1st (Tue), learn about winemaking at Willamette Valley Vineyards, make a trip to The Gordon House, and then take in nature's colorful creations at The Oregon Garden. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed): admire the sheer force of Latourell Falls and then get impressive views of Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument.

To see where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Portland trip planner.

Traveling by car from Hood River to Portland takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time for travel back home.