Columbia & Snake Rivers

August 10-18, 2027

Captivating history and mesmerizing scenery unfold in the majestic Pacific Northwest on this 8-night journey aboard American Cruise Lines’ American Harmony.

Beginning in Portland, traverse the wildflower-lined Columbia River, then visit Astoria and discover a city full of rich historical significance, captivating architecture, and stunning scenery. Enjoy a peaceful nature walk along the river in Kalama or explore the local boutiques and antique stores. Spend time in The Dalles and learn about the days of gold miners and gunslingers. Cruise the Columbia River Gorge to Richland and learn a little bit about everything from World War II to geology to the city’s agricultural roots. Before your journey comes to an end, spend a day explore Lewiston or Clarkston while tracing the path of Lewis and Clark.

Onboard enjoy small-ship luxury, regionally inspired dishes, hand-crafted beverages, panoramic views, and more.

Features

Faculty

LISA REILLY

University of Virginia Commonwealth Professor in Architectural History and Undergraduate Architectural History Program Director

Lisa Reilly will be the Slater Fellow at the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies at Durham University (UK) in 2027.  She and Kevin Murphy co-edited a collection of essays, Skyscraper Gothic (UVA Press), and co-curated a related exhibit at UVA’s Fralin Museum of Art, which opened in September 2021. Lisa has published books on Peterborough Cathedral and Vassar College (with Karen Van Lengen). She is currently writing a Corpus Vitrearum volume on the stained glass of the late medieval parish church, St. Michael le Belfrey, with Mary Shepard. Her work on this project was supported by a Fulbright Fellowship in 2015.

 Lisa received the Jefferson Scholars Foundation Award for teaching in 2018 and was nominated by the University for the State Council on Higher Education in 2020. She also directs a longstanding and highly popular study abroad program in Rome each January. She has travelled extensively with UVA’s Cavalier Travels, including trips to Turkey, Scotland, Cuba, India, France, Japan, Egypt, Canada, Italy, Morocco, and Scandinavia.

Itinerary

• August 10: Portland, Oregon (Hotel)
• August 11: Portland, Oregon Embarkation & Begin Cruising the Columbia River
• August 12: Astoria, Oregon
• August 13: Kalama, Washington
• August 14: The Dalles, Oregon
• August 15: Cruising the Columbia River
• August 16: Pendleton, Oregon / Richland, Washington
• August 17: Lewiston, Idaho / Clarkston, Washington
• August 18: Clarkston, Washington

Hello Friend,

My first trip embarking on a journey down the Columbia & Snake Rivers was a dream come true for me. Being a boy from small town Virginia, I had no idea what to expect but what I experienced was beyond anything I … expected. From the moment I boarded the ship in Portland, Oregon, I was captivated by the stunning beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

You’ll be treated to picturesque landscapes, lush forests, towering mountains, the wildflowerlined Columbia River and charming small towns. Along the way, you can spot wildlife such as bald eagles, ospreys, and even whales in the river. We will also be tracing the path of the Lewis and Clark expedition on the Corps Of Discovery that Thomas Jefferson launched from Charlottesville.

UVA’s Prof. Lisa Reilly will have much to say about the incredible, unique architecture along the way. We will spend time in The Dalles and learn about the days of gold miners and gunslingers. We’ll cruise the Columbia River Gorge to Richland and learn about the city’s agricultural roots.

You’ll not expect how gloriously beautiful this part of the country is!

Join Us!

Kevin Conley 

Director of Virginia Travels

 Give me a call to reserve your spot!

434-323-7600

Cabin Selections and pricing is available here:

https://www.gonext.com/departures/columbia__snake_rivers_8-10-2027-8-18-2027/ 

Prices are per person, double occupancy. A limited number of solo cabins are available at additional cost.

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