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HOOD RIVER TOURS - ABOUT US


In November 2004, owners Christi Chambers and Phillip Duvic shared a glass of Merlot at Maryhill winery. Savoring the rich flavors and scenic view, they thought how others might enjoy Gorge wineries without having to drive.


An idea was started to form Hood River Tours, and specialize in taking guests on custom private wine tours of the region.
"By the next summer we had started booking guests and formed a partnership with Bonneville Resort, The Best Western, and Vineyard View B&B to offer package room and wine tours. We wanted our tours to be all inclusive and led by guides that were educated in wine and really knew the Gorge.

We put together a 4 hour custom package where guests are taken to their choice of the wineries in Hood River such as Cathedral Ridge, Pheasant Valley, and Mt. Hood Winery, or the wineries in Washington such as Maryhill, Marshal's, Columbia Crest and Syncline. The tour includes mostly free wine tasting, a gourmet picnic lunch, exclusive cellar tours, along with driver, mini-van and gas.
Couples really enjoy the romantic getaway and uniqueness of the tour" says Phillip.
It makes a great gift and a special way to see the sights of the Columbia Gorge.
We often make impromptu stops at Hood River shopping and local Fruit stands along the way. The guests make local purchases and help to support the community.

If you are a wine enthusiast, we'd love to show you our area and introduce you to the outstanding wines of the Columbia Gorge APA."

Cheers! - Christi & Phillip

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Hood River Tours founder Phillip established the company in 2003. Former window business owner in Atlanta, GA his dramatic career change occurred after visiting The Gorge that year. He found a passion for the area with windsurfing and the incredible scenery with wineries.

Philip commits himself wholeheartedly to developing the wine tour business and learning about the local history. His enthusiasm for the Gorge shows with every tour he gives.





Christi was raised in the Yakima Valley region where she lived among the agricultural community of grapes, hops, apples and pears. After graduating from University of WA and working at Microsoft, she moved to Hood River and started Hood River tours along with Phillip.
She also has designed and maintained www.gorgeonline.com, providing information about Hood River businesses, windsurfing and other local sports. Christi's enthusiasm and commitment to excellent service and growth to the Gorge community contribute to the company's accomplishments.

Hood River Tours - 914 Court Street, The Dalles, Oregon 97058

541-350-9850 - info@hoodrivertours.com

Member Hood River Chamber of Commerce Since 2005