15 days in Oregon Itinerary

When in Portland, make a side trip to see Multnomah Falls in Bridal Veil, approximately Bridal Veil away. Dedicate the 19th (Mon) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: admire the natural beauty at Portland Japanese Garden, sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, admire the landmark architecture of Pittock Mansion, and stop by Powell's City of Books.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Portland is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Amsterdam to Portland, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Amsterdam in August, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Portland: temperatures range from 34°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can go by car to Hood River.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): examine the collection at Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum, then explore the activities along Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, and then stroll through Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.

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You can drive from Portland to Hood River in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can fly to Bend.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Wed): take an in-depth tour of Des Chutes Historical Museum, cruise along McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass loop, and then admire the majestic nature at Smith Rock State Park. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at High Desert Museum, then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Oregon Spirit Distillers, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.

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You can fly from Hood River to Bend in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Hood River in August, Bend is a bit cooler at night with lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can drive to Crater Lake National Park.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): explore the wealth of natural beauty at Crater Lake National Park.

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You can drive from Bend to Crater Lake National Park in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Bend in August; daily highs in Crater Lake National Park reach 39°C and lows reach 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Ashland.

On the 24th (Sat), contemplate the waterfront views at Rogue River and then relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour.

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Drive from Crater Lake National Park to Ashland in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In August in Ashland, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 18°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Newport.

Explore Newport's surroundings by going to Yachats (Cape Perpetua Visitor Center - Siuslaw National Forest & Yachats coastline), Florence (Heceta Head Lighthouse & Sandland Adventures) and Lincoln City Glass Center (in Lincoln City). Next up on the itinerary: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Oregon Coast Aquarium, look for all kinds of wild species at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, take in the waterfront at Newport's Historic Bayfront, and enjoy the sea views from Yaquina Head Lighthouse.

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You can drive from Ashland to Newport in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. While traveling from Ashland, expect much colder days and a bit cooler nights in Newport, ranging from highs of 20°C to lows of 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Cannon Beach.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Wed): view the masterpieces at Bronze Coast Gallery, admire the majestic nature at Ecola State Park, then take in the dramatic natural features at Haystack Rock, and finally kick back and relax at Cannon Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the majestic nature at Oswald West State Park, then immerse yourself in nature at Nehalem Bay State Park, then hike along Cedar Wetlands Preserve, and finally examine the collection at International Police Museum.

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Drive from Newport to Cannon Beach in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Newport in August, expect nights in Cannon Beach to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight back home.