This is for the 4/19 Spring Splendor Excursion from Rockaway Beach to Wheeler…read more Overall a nice pleasant experience, except that the person on the microphone spoke too quickly and didn't explain some of the train specific terms that are not very common. It would have been nice to spend more time in Wheeler shopping. The train seems to move at a snails pace in some parts.

Rockaway Beach is where she mentioned the pick your crab and eat it restaurant and I saw picnic…read moretables there too. The ticket/seating system is ok although I thought she said to go back to the same seats after the rest stop. My seat was taken so I took the closest seat and the guy across me said the same thing. People were in their seats too. Over all, it was nice to sit and take in the views except for the port-a-pottys that we had to use during the stop. I did see bathrooms nearby but it was gated off so hopefully next time they're working.

What a wonderful excursion it was!!! Outstanding service, fun, informative, pleasant. They went…read moreabove and beyond to make our visit to Astoria very special and memorable. I must say that out of all excursions we took on this cruise, this one was absolutely the best!!! We were on the Princess cruise with stop in Astoria and was truly Blessed to find such lovely couple to be our excellent guides to the beautiful Astoria. You will be very happy indeed if you decide to take a tour with this company! Thank you so much for unforgettable tour and for hospitality you show. You are amazing!!!

Katie knows Astoria and the surrounding areas! She knows the history, she knows the people, she…read moreknows where people will enjoy and remember going to, being at and a part of! There probably isn't a question she is not able to answer. The tour, be it in her van or car, is very personalized. The tour, as well as the conversation is very much one on one - it is not a rehearsed program. Go with her; you'll not find an equal, nor a more rewarding day. Priscilla (native Astorian)

Their sandwich with its expertly fried easy over egg, large slabs of bacon, arugula, and heirloom…read moretomatoes, and unique homemade sauce, is a higher category, so deserves a better description than Breakfast BLT The service is friendly

Gary was our captain and he knew his stuff! We saw so many whales it was incredible. Absolute best…read morepart of our vacation. Just a reminder - tip your guides! They deserve it. We will be back!

t was a beautiful evening tour. Capt Bruce points out historical points along the way and shares…read moreintersting stories. It's nice to see Astoria from the river and then travel through tucked away areas you can't get to by car.

We went on a 3 hour tour with Captain Bruce on Saturday morning and thoroughly enjoyed it. He was…read morefunny and super knowledgeable without feeling overdone tour guide-like. So much great information about the river and shipping!!! We saw a harbor seal, sea lions, a bald eagle, a crane and lots of seagulls and other birds. It was a little chilly so we were glad for our coats, hats and gloves. Watching from below wouldn't have been nearly as fun as being up on the deck. I have two suggestions for improvement and would have given 5 stars: 1. The boat needs some tidying up. Even if someone lives here sometimes, put things away, dust, vacuum, etc. so the first impression upon boarding isn't one of entering a messy dorm room. 2. Offer bottled water or some sort of light snack and beverage. It's a 3 hour trip. Sure we brought our own but it would be a nice touch. I imagine some of the local companies would give you a deal to offer their products and help spread the word about their delicious beer, chocolate, baked goods, etc. Well worth the cost and a great way to really see Astoria and understand this river town.

Home is where the heart is. This area was my stomping…read more grounds for many moons! I use to go to Ecola state park, regularly growing up. Go on hikes,look for rocks shells,surf, get lost in nature, just sit in the grass and watch the ocean. Here is what you can do at Ecola State Park: Hiking & Walking: Explore trails ranging from easy strolls to challenging hikes through Sitka spruce forests. The Clatsop Loop Trail follows the path of1806 explorers, while the Oregon Coast Trail offers longer, scenic treks. Indian Beach: A popular, secluded cove for surfing, sunbathing, and tide-pooling to see sea stars and anemones. Viewpoints: Take in spectacular vistas from Ecola Point, including views of the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse ("Terrible Tilly") and distant Haystack Rock. Wildlife Viewing: The park is known for herds of elk grazing in the meadows, as well as sightings of bald eagles and migrating gray whales. Picnicking: Enjoy lunch at the picnic areas located on the grassy bluffs with ocean views. Photography: The dramatic, moody coastline provides excellent opportunities for photography. Oregon State

Forgive me for this late review. I should have written it long ago, but perhaps the trees and the…read moreocean were patient enough to wait. The drive through the forest is a passage into another world. Sitka spruce and hemlock lean over the road as if they are curious about you. At the end of the road the land opens and the Pacific announces itself in vast gray blues and greens, broken by sea stacks that rise like stubborn monuments. The trails are generous. Some wander to secret beaches, others climb to high points where the ocean and horizon meet like two old friends. Indian Beach is a gathering of tide pools, surfers, and quiet sand. Crescent Beach feels private, almost hidden, with the company of seals if you are lucky. Wildlife belongs here as much as people. Elk graze, eagles soar, and sometimes whales turn the water into theater. The park offers all of this without asking much in return, except that you take your time. Bring layers because the wind and mist move through the park like they own the place. Take your time. Sit, watch, breathe. This park gives you a rare combination of accessibility, natural beauty, and serenity. I regret not praising this place sooner. Ecola State Park holds the kind of beauty that makes you feel both small and fortunate. Five stars, without hesitation.

My mother lived in Astoria as a teenager in the 1940s and early 50s and she fondly looked back as…read morethe best times in her long life. Her request to have her ashes strewn in the Columbia River at the foot of 15th street was accomplished thanks to Mark and his beautiful tug! His knowledge of Astoria along with the boat ride made for a wonderful memorial for our group to send my mother off.

Our friends arrange this experience and we loved it. The tugboat is in wonderful condition and…read morewell maintained. The captain and crew are very knowledgeable about the local area. It was extra special to see the container ship pilot exchange up close. The views of Astoria and surroundings were great to see---drives home how oriented to the water this city is. Also had some great bird sightings.

Super fun and funny tour. Chad and "fingers" made the tour interesting and very entertaining. How…read morehas a documentary or film not been made of the Clowns of Astoria!?

The tour was very informative and they kept the tour interactive..lots of great informationread more

This review is way overdue. Our family traveled to Portland…read morein August. As we were planning our trip, I did some research about wine country tours and reached out to Jeff - he answered all of my questions, explained how he can plan the day for us. We went with a private tour so Jeff provided door to door service, gave us a lot of information on the area wineries, some history and set up our tastings in the 3 wineries. We thoroughly enjoyed the day and services provided by Jeff!

If we could give Jeff 6 stars we would. Enjoyed a fabulous day of wine tasting under EcoTours'…read morerecommendations. Beautiful wineries in the general Newberg area. All expertly timed, arranged and guided. Safe and aware driving. Fabulous narration of Oregon's Wine history as we traveled. And just all-around fun. Cost was very affordable and definitely commensurate with the experience. We highly recommend and would definitely book with them in the future.

This a cool experience! I'm not a "believer" but went with a group of 7. There is a lot of history…read morebeneath the city. The guides were knowledgeable, fun and had a lot of evidence. The tour ran over because everyone was really into so I suggest that last tour of the night.

Kelly was an absolute amazing tour guide! She let us take our time and ask questions and let us…read moreengage with the ghosts. Like she understood our energy and went with us. We were a group that was very understanding of the ghosts boundaries and feelings letting them choose if we were allowed to go in the room or not. I honestly believed the ghosts were there with us. Abigail, Henry, Adam, Sarah, and our other special friends were very welcoming and understood us although Abigail seemed upset with us but we determined it was another entity. Honestly loved this experience and would love to do one of the investigations. This tour has inspired ghost hunting side!