Experience Harvest in the Willamette Valley with Amusée
A Taste of Portland
and the Willamette Valley
A Unique Wine Experience Hosted by Sommelier, Leslee D. Miller
Amusée Wine and Hallberg Travel & Tours present a perfect pairing of wine and travel experiences on this five night, hosted tour. Get a taste of the hip “green” city of Portland and sample the refreshing, new wines of the beautiful and unspoiled Willamette Valley with your very own wine expert at your side. As the group leader, Leslee will guide participants through wine tastings, wine paired meals and a multi-course vintner’s dinner in the vineyards of the Willamette Valley. Sometimes called “the anti-Napa”, the boutique vineyards here are smaller, and grapes are only one of the crops harvested on this farm land, making large wine tours rare. Farm to table is simply a way of life in the valley, and beyond the valley throughout the state. This tour will allow you to experience the best of the food and the wine of Oregon in a casual setting. No black tie required!
All accommodations, transportation and a few wine alternative tours have been arranged by Pam and bundled into this package to create a fun and relaxing experience for everyone.
A Taste of Portland
and the Willamette Valley
A Unique Wine Experience Hosted by Sommelier, Leslee D. Miller
Amusée Wine and Hallberg Travel & Tours present a perfect pairing of wine and travel experiences on this five night, hosted tour. Get a taste of the hip “green” city of Portland and sample the refreshing, new wines of the beautiful and unspoiled Willamette Valley with your very own wine expert at your side. As the group leader, Leslee will guide participants through wine tastings, wine paired meals and a multi-course vintner’s dinner in the vineyards of the Willamette Valley. Sometimes called “the anti-Napa”, the boutique vineyards here are smaller, and grapes are only one of the crops harvested on this farm land, making large wine tours rare. Farm to table is simply a way of life in the valley, and beyond the valley throughout the state. This tour will allow you to experience the best of the food and the wine of Oregon in a casual setting. No black tie required!
All accommodations, transportation and a few wine alternative tours have been arranged by Pam and bundled into this package to create a fun and relaxing experience for everyone.
Saturday, Sept 22
Find your room at the Portland Marriott City Center and meet your group for an afternoon city highlights tour and guided visit to the Washington Park Rose Test Gardens. Get to know your fellow travelers at a fabulous welcome dinner with wine in Portland’s Pearl District.
Sunday, Sept 23
This morning, grab your sneakers and hone your appetite as you experience the Portland culinary scene on an Epicurean Walking
Tour. Your guide will lead you through the sights and tastes of the neighborhoods, with food tastings along the way. Besides enjoying lunch on the go, you will learn the area’s history and even burn a few calories. Later, enjoy your free time and dinner on your own at a fine restaurant or café of your choosing.
On your own suggestion: Visit the Lan Su Chinese Garden, visit Powell’s City of Books or take a brewery tour in your free time. Suggestions for dining will be provided.
Monday, Sept 24
After breakfast, depart Portland and head to the Willamette Valley for wine immersion. Leslee will lead a wine tasting at Argyle Vineyard at the first stop, followed by time for lunch in the town of Dundee. The group will arrive at the luxurious Allison Inn & Spa, checking in for a three night stay. Take some time to rest and enjoy the view before departing for the Archery Summit winery for your multi-course, vintner’s dinner. The food and wine pairings will be moderated by Leslee while you relax and enjoy the cuisine.
Tuesday, Sept 25
After your breakfast at the Allison, depart for the Evergreen Aviation Museum in McMinnville where your guide will explain the Spruce Goose and other highlights. A wine tasting with lunch hosted by Dominio IV in the vineyards will finish the group activities for the day. Relax at The Allison and enjoy dinner on your own this evening.
On your own suggestion: Reserve a time for a spa treatment at The Allison or take a guided bicycle ride through the valley during your free time. Restaurant suggestions will be provided.
Wednesday, Sept 26
After breakfast today, visit and taste an olive oil producing farm, then enjoy a private Oregon Pinot tasting led by one of Willamette’s leading wine makers, Jesse Lange of Lange Winery. Chefs at the highly acclaimed Dundee Bistro will prepare a special menu to compliment
the wine. Remain in Dundee or return to The Allison this afternoon to enjoy one last afternoon. A farewell reception will be held this evening to celebrate the final day of the tour.
Thursday, Sept 27
Pack your bags and board the motor-coach after breakfast to enjoy a scenic drive through the Columba River Valley as you head back to the Portland area. A short stop is planned at Multnomah Falls for photos before the coach delivers everyone to the Portland airport at 1:00 pm. On your own suggestion: Those departing Portland today should plan flight departures no earlier than 3:00 pm. Continue your trip by renting a car to visit Seattle or touring the coastal areas of Cannon Beach, Astoria or Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens to the north.
The Tour Package includes:
- 2 nights at the Portland Marriott City Center, double room with breakfast and all taxes
- 3 nights at The Allison Inn and Spa, double room with breakfast
- Welcome dinner and farewell reception
- Portland city tour and Rose Test Garden tour
- Epicurean walking tour in Portland
- Entrance to Aviation Museum in McMinnville
- Scenic drive and visit to Multnomah Falls
- 3 wine tastings and 3 lunches
- 1 olive oil tasting
- 1 multi-course vintner’s dinner at Archery Summit
- Wine education provided by Amusée
- Services of your hospitaly host, Hallberg Travel
- Motor coach transportation to scheduled activities
- Travel insurance provided by Travel Insured® for the land package.
Complete Package Price (per person)
$1,889
- Guarantee your place for this Unique VIP Wine Tour Contact Pam today to book this tour! 651.429.0665 pam@hallbergtraveltours.com www.hallbergtraveltours.com