Seaside & Cannon Beach On Your Own
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Port
Astoria, Oregon, US
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$139.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Approximately 4 Hours
Enjoy free time in two of Oregon's most famous coastal towns -- Seaside and Cannon Beach.
Sit back and relax for the scenic drive south on the famous coastal Highway 101. You'll have views of Saddle Mountain and pass the towns of Warrenton and Gearhart as your guide shares some local history.
Seaside is perhaps the Northwest's most famous ocean resort. Gift shops, fine eateries with local seafood and miles of beach are the drawcards here. Stroll the 1.5-mile promenade, feed the seals at the aquarium, try your luck in the arcades, shop for souvenirs or ride on the carousel in the heart of downtown or sample some of Seaside's famous saltwater taffy (at your own expense).
Cannon Beach claimed its name from a US Navy cannon that washed ashore in 1846. It was lost from the wrecked schooner . This town is considered an artist's colony, and some of the best photographers, writers, painters, glassblowers and ceramists on the Oregon coast call Cannon Beach home. Dine at one of the many bistros (at your own expense), or take in the fresh sea air on a walk along the beach. Cannon Beach is also known for Haystack Rock, a sea stack just south of town. This 235-foot-tall basalt monolith is home to many sea birds, such as puffins, gulls and cormorants. claimed its name from a US Navy cannon that washed ashore in 1846. It was lost from the wrecked schooner Shark. This town is considered an artist's colony, and some of the best photographers, writers, painters, glassblowers and ceramists on the Oregon coast call Cannon Beach home. Dine at one of the many bistros (at your own expense), or take in the fresh sea air on a walk along the beach. Cannon Beach is also known for Haystack Rock, a sea stack just south of town. This 235-foot-tall basalt monolith is home to many sea birds, such as puffins, gulls and cormorants.
You are free to use your time in each village any way you choose; then meet up with your guide, reboard the coach, and return to Astoria via the same scenic route.
Notes:
Walking is mainly at the guests' discretion. Terrain is flat, with some steps and uneven surfaces to negotiate. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Foldable wheelchairs weighing less than 70 lbs may be accommodated; however, guests must be able to enter/exit the bus on their own. Tour sequence may vary. Lunch is not included. You will have time to purchase lunch at your own expense during the tour.