Trip Overview

Our Modern Adventure to Oregon celebrates some of the Willamette valley's great wines and the people who make them. We'll learn about the valley, the vineyards, wines and meet some of the intrepid visionaries who planted Oregon's first grapes 50 years ago and were considered crazy.

A short drive ( uber / taxi) from Portland is our starting point of McMinnville, a charming little town in the heart of the Willamette Valley. This is our base for two nights, exploring some of the valley's towns, vineyards and wineries. We will enjoy private dinners, exclusive tastings and be invited to David and Eugenia’s home nestled amidst the Adelsheim vineyards.

Then it's off to the coast, with a stop in Garibaldi for a luncheon at the historic US Coast Guard Boathouse with fresh caught crab, local oysters and Adelsheim wines. We'll arrive to our hotel in Cannon Beach to explore the pristine coastline around Haystack Rock and browse the town's shops and galleries. An optional morning hike to start our second day with a casual pub lunch before free time. This last evening, rounding out the day with a beach bonfire to celebrate our Oregon adventure together.

This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure Experience, including the itinerary, food and drink, packing list and more. If any changes are made, we will update you as appropriate and when necessary. Keep this document handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.


Day-by-Day Itinerary

DAY 1: MCMINNVILLE

  • Day One! Meet at The Atticus hotel in McMinnville, Oregon at 3pm

  • Private tasting and dinner at Soter Vineyard with chef Sara Hauman

  • Lodging: The Atticus in McMinnville

DAY 2: MCMINNVILLE

  • Beaux Frères Vineyard and Winery tour and tasting

  • Argyle Winery luncheon and tasting

  • Private tour and tasting at Adelsheim Vineyards

  • Dinner with David Adelsheim

  • Lodging: The Atticus in McMinnville

DAY 3: MCMINNVILLE > CANNON BEACH

  • Drive to Oregon Coast, with stop in Garibaldi

  • Luncheon at the Garibaldi Historic US Coast Guard Boathouse with tour, tasting with locally caught crab and oysters

  • Dinner at leisure

  • Lodging: Surfsand Resort in Cannon Beach


DAY 4: CANNON BEACH

  • Optional morning hike on the Oregon Coast

  • Lunch at Public Coast Brewery in Cannon Beach

  • Time to explore Cannon Beach at leisure

  • Farewell dinner

  • Post-dinner beach bonfire

  • Lodging: Surfsand Resort in Cannon Beach

DAY 5 CANNON BEACH > PORTLAND > DEPARTURES

  • Breakfast

  • Depart to Portland

  • Drop off in downtown Portland or PDX airport

Our Accommodations

The Atticus

375 NE Ford St, McMinnville, OR 97128

Tel. 503-472-1975
Atticus Hotel
hello@atticushotel.com

An intimate stay on the doorstep of wine country, the Atticus boasts local artwork throughout its 36 spacious, modern rooms. Every angle is carefully curated—down to their Pendleton wool bathrobes you’ll never want to take off.

Surfsand Resort

148 W Gower Ave, Cannon Beach, OR 97110

Tel. 503-436-8704
Surfsand Resort
hello@surfsand.com

Wake up to the gentle rhythms of the Pacific Ocean, with sweeping views of iconic Haystack Rock. You’re steps away from a sprawling sandy coastline and the local shops and restaurants that make Cannon Beach a go-to for any true Portlander.

Inclusions & Exclusions

INCLUSIONS

On a Modern Adventure, we’ve worked out all the details for you. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, and much more. Here’s what’s included:

  • Four nights at unique, boutique accommodations

  • Private travel for all day trips and excursions

  • Private tours with local guides and cultural experts

  • Exclusive VIP access and tastings

  • Guided activities, adventures and expeditions

  • Daily breakfasts, most lunches and dinners

  • Departure airport transfer

  • All entrance fees

EXCLUSIONS

  • Roundtrip airfare to and from Oregon

  • Travel insurance (see Travel Insurance section)

  • Transportation to the trip’s starting point

  • Activities not included in the trip itinerary

  • Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs

  • Food and beverages not included in itinerary

  • Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leader