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Kristine Seemanvia Google

5 months ago

We wanted to go wine tasting but didn't really know which wineries or what area of Portland to go to. Having someone else plan and drive us around was perfect! Sea to Summit adventures was awesome we visited 3 wineries and had box lunches from Red Hills Market. And our our guide, Shawn was awesome!

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Brandi Shepardvia Google

9 months ago

Joined a public Columbia River Giorge tour with Sea to Summit. I specifically chose this company because they hit a few spots that no other tour goes to (fish haterchy, salmon ladders). Josh was amazing. He accomodated both my boyfriend and I who were eager to get out and really explore each area, but also the more elderly, less mobile guests on the tour. I was hoping to do a wine tour through StS as well, but unfortunately no on else signed up so he referred us to another company that was fabulous. Highly reccomend Sea to Summit tours

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Dawn Hamiltonvia Google

9 months ago

Our Columbia River Gorge tour yesterday was absolutely stunning! The scenery was breathtaking — from the panoramic lookout points to the majestic waterfalls, every stop offered something unforgettable. It was such a treat to experience the natural beauty of the area up close. Our tour guide was fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the region’s history, geology, and wildlife, and his passion for the area really came through. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable and engaged throughout the day. This tour was a true highlight of our trip — highly recommend to anyone wanting to explore the beauty of the Gorge with an expert guide!

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Lauren Bardashvia Google

over 1 year ago

Worth every penny, could not have asked for a better winery tour. The places picked were perfect and I we could not picked them on our on. One was closed the day we went and they opened specifically for this company. They make sure every second is well spent, and we felt every thing was thought of to make this experience amazing. Shaun was an exceptional host, and very knowledgeable. He shared a ton of interesting history alongside the different wineries.

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Marie Kang-Scottvia Google

over 1 year ago

This was our first tour with Sea to Summit, and my husband and I had a wonderful and educational experience with the Williamette Valley Wine tour. We're from California and often visit wineries and take tours, but this one was the best by far. Our tour guide, Shahn, a 2nd level sommelier and grew up in the Willamette Valley, was incredibly knowledgeable about wines and local history. We learned about the rich soils and winemaking history of the Willamette Valley, as well as its present and future. The valley's soil is unique due to ancient volcanic activity and the Missoula Floods, which brought mineral-rich sediments that are perfect for viticulture. These elements create an ideal terroir for growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and other grape varieties, giving the wines distinct flavors and complexity. Shahn also shared insights into the evolution of winemaking in the region, from its early days to its current status as a world-renowned wine-producing area. We discussed the innovative techniques being used by local winemakers to enhance the quality of their wines and the sustainable practices being adopted to preserve the environment. Looking to the future, Shahn highlighted the potential for new grape varieties to be introduced and the continued growth of boutique wineries that focus on small-batch, high-quality production. We visited three wineries: Rex Hill/A to Z, Torii Mor, and Tresori. Shahn brought lunch from the Red Hill Market, which we enjoyed at Torii Mor during our wine tasting.Rex Hill is a large winery with delicious Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Torii Mor's Pinots were a bit too young, but their Viognier port wine was good. Tresori, a small "micro" winery on the slopes of Chehalem Ridge, was peaceful and beautiful. Although the wine steward at each winery explained the wines, Shahn added even more insights. We ended up joining Rex Hill and Tresori wine club. The Mercedes 4x4 van was comfortable, making the tour even more enjoyable. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Thank you, Shahn.