Daniel, the guide was charming and very knowledgeable. The mini bus was very comfortable and gave a good ride. There were 2 other ladies with us from USA. Daniel gave us information on the geology and formation of the gorge as we drove along and pointed out landscape features. We stopped at three waterfalls and 2 or three view points before lunch. A couple of waterfalls, right by the road we drove past very slowly. None of the walks were long or difficult. At Multnomah Falls, Daniel made coffee for us while we climbed up to the falls on our own and then he served coffee cake with the coffee which we had by the bus. He provided information on important people involved in the building of the road and also about the trees and climate. Before we stopped for lunch we drove up through the fruit orchards, pears and cherries to a magnificent view point looking across the river to Mount Hood. The lunch stop in Hood River was nice and we ate at a cafe called, Bodas kitchen. The town was quaint and attractive and we had time for a brief stroll before resuming our journey. The lunch was delicious. Roast chicken with a choice of fresh salads or vegetables. This was a great day out and so much easier than driving ourselves.

After a smooth hotel pickup, our guide was a very pleasant, well informed young man who was a careful driver. He gave us lots of relevant information on the way to the first stop. The Mercedes van was comfortable and quiet. We followed the well trodden path up the gorge, and were given good briefings at each stop. There were short walks to each waterfall, but no hikes. The museums and visitor centres we stopped at were very interesting. Lunch was at a small very nice deli, where a good range of freshly cooked, interesting meals were available, and everyone said that the one they chose was delicious. Mine was too. Small, but delicious. Overall the tour was very good.