The Columbia Queen will cruise year-round from its home port of Portland, Ore., on the Columbia, Snake and Willamette rivers. Fla. Lay also designed the company's American Queen, the world's largest paddlewheel steamboat. The Columbia Queen will continue that tradition by sharing with travelers the storied history, geography and attractions of the Pacific Northwest, including the heritage of Lewis and Clark, the Oregon Trail pioneers and the indigenous peoples. The Columbia Queen is appointed with historically accurate Northwestern decor, reminiscent of 19th century riverboats. It has 81 staterooms, the majority of which are outside staterooms, featuring satellite TV, radio with one vessel channel, hairdryer, iron, ironing board and full-size twin beds that convert to king beds.
French balconies allow passengers to enjoy the views and fresh air from inside selected staterooms.
Most outside rooms have semi-private verandas or are open to the deck. Cruising through the Columbia Gorge with its dramatic rock cliffs, wispy waterfalls. Visiting Oregon's majestic Mt. Hood and an exclusive visit and meal at the historic Timberline Lodge. Wine testings at award-winning Columbia Crest Winery in Washington's wine country. Locking past vast hydroelectric dams which helped grow the region's industry.