PORTLAND (USA) 3-DAY TOUR – *from $195                                      

* (Additional costs & fees may apply)

West Trek offers tours out of Vancouver, BC and specializes in Student Tours for ESL students and International students however we welcome both young and young-at-heart!

Our Portland tour is a 3-day (2-night) tour to the “City of Roses ” (Portland, Oregon, USA). Lots of character, charm, nightlife and a pretty good NBA basketball team highlight this fantastic tour. A very popular trip and spaces are limited so book soon. Big city excitement and small town charm make Portland , Oregon , known as "the City of Roses ", one of the favourite destinations in the West. Portland is situated approximately 112 kms from the Pacific Ocean in a magnificent setting between the sparkling waters of the Columbia and Willamette Rivers. Portland 's historic old town, Saturday Market, Tax free shopping, largest book store in the World and corporate headquarters to Nike will keep guests busy!  Transit is free all through the downtown core, and at night time, you can view the spectacular lights of the city.  Multnomah Falls situated 30 minutes away from the downtown core is the second highest year round waterfall in the USA .  For those guests interested in Outlet Mall Shopping, the Woodburn Outlet Mall hosts over 100 stores for guests to indulge their shopping pleasures.

·         Nov 20 (NBA – Minnesota Timberwolves)

·         Jan 15 (NBA - Orlando Magic)

·         Feb 5 (NBA- LA Lakers **premium game**)

·         Mar 19 (NBA – Washington Wizards)

·         Round Trip Deluxe bus transportation

·         2 nights accommodation in Portland . Price is based on 4 people sharing 1 room with 2 Queen beds* (Room Upgrades available)

·         2 Continental Breakfasts

·         Full sized bathrooms

·         Friendly and Knowledgeable Canadian Guide

·         All tips & taxes included

·         Tax free Outlet Mall Shopping

·         Pittock Mansion Park

·         Washington Park Tour

·         Multnomah Falls

·         Powell’s Books

·         Pioneer Square

·         Old Town

·         Waterfront Park

·         Pub night (21 & older)

·         Evening Activities

·         NBA Basketball Game Nov 20 / Jan 15 / Mar 19 ($30)

o    Premium Game Feb 5 ($45) LA Lakers

·         La Quinta                www.LQ.com

·         Crown Plaza             www.crowneplaza.com

Day 1

·         7:15am - Meet at Seymour St. & Cordova St.

·         7:30am - Depart Seymour St. & Cordova St.

·         City Driving Tour

·         Pittock Mansion Park

·         Washington Park

·         Pioneer Square

·         Old Town

·         Waterfront Park

·         Portland State University

·         Powells Bookstore (largest bookstore in the world!)

·         Optional – Night Activities

Day 2

·         Breakfast (included)

·         Woodburn Outlet Mall (3-4 hours)

·         Free Time for Shopping or Sightseeing

·         NBA Game *Date of game may change depending on trip

·         Optional – Night Activities

Day 3

·         Breakfast (included)

·         Multnomah Falls – Hike up the falls! Second tallest year round waterfall in the USA !

·         Duty Free Shop

9:00pm - Arrive in Vancouver

What to bring:

·         Passport & US Visa (B1/B2)

·         Student ID

·         Proof of medical insurance

·         Good walking shoes

·         $US Money ($6US for border fee)

·         Copy of Airplane Ticket or student registration in Canada

·         Swimming Suit

·         All students must have a USA TRAVEL VISA or be from a USA Visa friendly country such as Japan , Germany , Austria , Italy and Switzeralnd.

·         PASSPORTS must be valid & be machine readable.

·         Everyone must pay USD immigration $6 USD at the border to process entry.

·         PLEASE HAVE EXACT US CHANGE READY BEFORE THE BOARDER (a $5 bill and a $1 bill)

·         Students are responsible to have proper documentation; No refunds if turned back at border.

Policies:

·         Fruit, vegetables, meat or cheese cannot enter the USA .

·         Change your spending money to American $ before the trip (approximately $50 USD)

·         For more information on US Customs visit: http://travel.state.gov/

·         We recommend paying at least 10 days before departure to avoid disappointment

·         The tour is NON-REFUNDABLE within 10 days of departure

·         NO REFUND if you fail to show up at the meeting spot on time.

·         A small bus may be used for smaller groups

·         Up to $400 Tax Free of items allowed across the border.

·         Cheap Alcohol and Tobacco allowed across the border.

·         Ask your West Trek Rep for more details.