My Chauffeur Portland Breweries Tour

SERVICE WITHIN THE PORTLAND CITY LIMITS STATUS: CLICK HERE.
STATUS OF THIS TOUR: PORTLAND (NOT ACTIVE); HOOD RIVER (ACTIVE); ASTORIA (ACTIVE)

BRIEF SYNOPSIS: We will give brief brewery intro's, and take your group from place to place, doing your own thing, at your own pace...Choose the "Recession Tour". 21 ppl max. Priced at the great My Chauffeur prices, + brew / food costs.

Our lineup for 2024, going into 2025.

What I like about these choices are they all have the ABV and other info readily available, without having to claw too much. Big, roomy open spaces .
Our #1 choices:

Great Notion (industrial lumberjack feel) - Out a little ways, but totally worth it!
Von Ebert - try the Volatile Substance IPA . ALL beers are GREAT, and they checked all the boxes (below).
Rogue - recommending the Double Chocolate Stout or dead guy ale
Additional breweries on request; or custom choices are welcome.

ALTS:

Hammer & Stitch - It’s like brew theater. Available for events only, please inquire.
Breakside
Wayfinder
Deschutes
Steeple Jack
Ecliptic
Cascade- if you like sours
10 barrel - try the 10 beer sampler of all 10 barrels
Or a McMenamin's tour.
CHECK OUT all the ALTS HERE.

Criteria we use to choose breweries:

þ Is the beer GREAT?

þ Are the staff cool, and knowledgeable?

þ Ambiance of the tasting room.

þ Location: Is it in a good spot? Is it safe? Is it off the beaten path, which is at times a cool thing? Is it close to other breweries so you can walk if desired?

þ Food: do they offer food, good food, food trucks, or no food at all, which to us is not a deal breaker, but it’s a bonus if they do.

Portland Pub Experience

A Driving or Walking Tour

Half-Day Public or Private Walking or Driving Tour- 3+ hours (if you would like a PRIVATE ONLY tour, please request it during the booking process.) - Click HERE to view the Portland Brew Bus.

Authentic Portland Experience

Drinks + Snacks - Tailored to your taste
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AI Narration

What Sets Us Apart?
We offer a combo of AI, and personal guide narration, for a fully guided experience on all our tours, amongst other things!"

The pub is a keystone to Portland culture: it’s the place where families relax, neighbors socialize and friends and lovers meet. Our local expert guide will lead you off-the-beaten-track, and get you a round of drinks in three or more contrasting, independent local establishments.

WALKING TOUR DEPARTURE (MEETING) LOCATION
Ringler's Annex Pub Walking Street (SW Harvey Milk St. btwn 12th & 13th--Pictured above. AKA West Burnside and 13th)

FINAL ENDING LOCATION
At the final pub, unless a custom location is requested.

WALKING/ GUIDED TOUR -
Walk the Pearl District and Old-town; Visit 3-4 Breweries
The Introductory cost on this walking tour is:
Click HERE for cost.
Start time is anywhere between 11AM and 3 to 4PM, In the middle of winter, we like to start by 1:30PM, and end before it's dark.

Beer tasting and snack fees are NOT included, and are additional cost.
On this walking tour, we will point out some sights and give some history of the Pearl District, Old-town and breweries, while going from Brewery to Brewery.
SPECIAL NOTES: This tour is PRE-PAID, before the start of your tour. Pre-payment required.
If it looks like it's raining, bring boots and your umbrella!
Please inquire about this new exciting walking brewery tour.
ENTER CODE: walkingbeertour

BOOK WALKING TOUR

DRIVING/ GUIDED TOUR -

3 to 8 HOUR OPTIONS:
Call 503-969-4370 for PRICE QUOTE, or Request it HERE, or
go to $$$PRICING$$$.

On this driving tour, we will point out some sights and give some history of the district we are in, and the breweries, while going from Brewery to Brewery.
SPECIAL NOTE: This tour is PRE-PAID, before the start of your tour. Pre-payment required.

BOOK DRIVING TOUR

*TASTING FEES & SNACK COST NOT INCLUDED IN WALKING TOUR PRICING, UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED.

CLICK FOR DETAILS

THIS PRIVATE OR PUBLIC TOUR (your choice) INCLUDES:

Tastings with your host and/or the barkeeper and up to 4 pints per person (or taster trays for 2) tailored to your taste (alternatives available)
A warm welcome from the publican and locals
Insights into the beginnings of the Portland pub
Secret snack at the last pub paired with a pint in one of our exclusive venues
Tailored suggestions of the best pubs, events, and attractions for the rest of your trip

Click HERE to customize your tour, for brewery options and for the PortlandBrewBus

Itinerary

What is a “Portland Pub”?
Hear the history of the Portland pub and why it has always been – and will always be – the heart of Portland culture. Get the inside knowledge from your local expert guide on what makes it Portland.
Enjoy the Mighty Craic
Sit down with the locals in pubs, enjoy pints or taster trays of the best beers on tap, learn what the “Mighty craic” is, do some crazy stuff and then turn the craic all the way up to 90!
Be Welcomed by the Landlord at a Family-Owned Local
Visit a community pub & hidden gem frequented by in-the-know locals and sample an IPA (Indian Pale Ale) or a taster flight for 2 and discover why many a story, song, or poem has been dreamt up in these community living rooms.
Explore the Birthplace of Pub Culture in Portland
Walk through the historic area of The Pearl and hear why saloons first started in this area. Marvel at beautiful Victorian-era industrial architecture.
Relax in a Proper Irish Boozer
Sit down with the locals and finish the tour in a classic Irish pub and try a beer with a recipe that dates back to the 1700s. Sample a secret snack and learn why the scouser Bunco Kelly made this area his usual stomping ground.
Advice and Support for the Rest of Your Trip
We like to stay in touch, so if there are any questions, big or small, for the rest of your trip, we’ll provide them over a drink and we welcome you to message us post tour.

Details/ Terms - Walking Tour

Details - Walking Tours

About 3 hours - Walking Less Than 1 Mile
Introductory Rate...

See adjacent for Driving Tours/ Portland Brew Bus Rates

TERMS:

PRE-PAYMENT IS REQUIRED. NON-REFUNDABLE. This tour, if cancelled by My Chauffeur, is fully same-day refunded. Each adult participant must sign the Liability Waiver at the meeting location to commence the tour.

Walk the Pearl District and/or Downtown/ Old-town or the Distillery Row for about 3 hours.
The Introductory cost on this walking tour is:
$75 for 1
$125 for 2-10 ppl.
$12.50pp for 11-20 ppl.
CALL US at 503-969-4370 the day before, or the day of, your desired tour date. Custom rates may apply to Pre-book more than 24 hours. Please Inquire.
An additional $1.25-$2.50/person would apply, in case we take the bus to one of our destinations.
These tours are offered DAILY. Start time is anywhere between 9AM and 3 to 4PM, In the middle of winter, we like to start by 1:30PM, and end before it's dark.
These tour options do not include drinks or snacks/meals cost.

TIME

Start time is anywhere between 11AM and 3 to 4PM, In the middle of winter, we like to start by 1:30PM, and end before it's dark. Rain or Shine- Custom departure time may be available, please inquire.

MEETING LOCATION

Ringler's Annex Pub (W. Burnside btwn 12 & 13th; pictured above) or your custom location (walking tour only)

AVAILABILITY

DAILY, year-round. Except Dec 25 & Jan 1. SEE BELOW for specific available times.

ENDING LOCATION

AT THE FINAL BREWERY, OR CUSTOM LOCATION ON REQUEST.

NOT INCLUDED

Snacks, lunch or dinner; transportation (BYO $2.50 may apply for bus transportation)

TIPPING

GUIDE

Your guide accepts TIPS, but it is not required nor expected.

Your guide will primarily use AI narration with loudspeaker for small or large groups, with addition narration and questions answered by your guide.

SPECIAL NOTES

Bring umbrellas and walking/rain shoes. Tour is conducted in rain or shine.

INCLUDED*

tour + guide

*IMPORTANT NOTES: Pricing is based on about 3 hours (2-4). Coffee and snack is available for each participant, at additional cost. Restrictions may apply.
** PARKING NOTES: In the downtown meter district, time limit signs will indicate 2 or 4 hours. Parking is $2.00/HOUR. Meter accepts only coin or credit card or mobile pay. You cannot re-feed the meter, but must move to another blockface. You are responsible for returning to your vehicle on-time. For these reasons and to be safe, we recommend using one of the many downtown parking garages or public transport. Our city has a great bus and light-rail system! PARKING WEBSITE
This is a walking or walking/public transport tour. Please inquire about other tour options and rates/availability for our driving tour and driving/walking tour options.

* Pricing is subject to change without notice. The following discounts may apply, after minimum tour requirement is met: Seniors - 20% off, Children 6-17 years - 50% off; Children 5 & under & Birthday person (Only valid once during week of Birthday) are FREE. For discounted or free services: vehicle minimum person costs (or a reduced discount) & maximum person capacity for your scheduled vehicle (if applicable) may apply, please inquire. Other restrictions may apply. Code: Under18discount or B-daypersonfree). Seniors and anyone receiving a discounted or the free B-day service may be required to show their I.D. to receive the discount.

PLEASE NOTE: On your Booking Form, under pickup location, type in your specific designated location.

Recommended

Details/ Terms 'Recession Tour' Driving Tour

PRIVATE 'RECESSION TOUR'
Vehicle & Driver ONLY**
From about $4/hour per person*
For small & larger groups, this option is primarily for our wine, beer or distillery tours, but may be used with any tour. 21 persons max.

Special Rate is $59.00-$99.00 PER HOUR with a 4 Hour Minimum charge, or $349.00-$599.00 for the DAILY BASE RATE (Up to 8 hours).
21 PERSONS MAX.
Click HERE for full pricing/ details/ TERMS.

You make appts (if required), plan out your day, etc.**
For Any Size Groups. 21 persons max. Please inquire for groups over 21.
See below*
Get Price Quote

*This is a current SPECIAL RATE. Compare with our Standard Rates.
5% cash discount.
***You plan out your day and make appointments, if applicable, and tell us where and when to go, and we'll bring you there. No tour guide with this option.
Tasting fees, admission fees and meals are additional cost, if applicable, unless otherwise indicated.
We may update your cost once we find out where your pickup location is.

VIEW BREWERIES

Details/ Terms - Full-Service* Driving Tour

3-4 HOURS (+ OPTIONS)

*If you're interested in an educational tour, an all-inclusive package (included tasting fees and meals), tours at the breweries, or any other special requests, a full-service tour is required.

See adjacent for Walking Tour Rates

PRICING*
(includes vehicle & driver/ guide)

4-HOUR OPTION:
1 - 4 guests: $341 (click here for details) |  5+ guests: PLEASE INQUIRE, or go to $$$.

5-HOUR OPTION:
1 - 4 guests: $404 (click here for details) |  5+ guests: PLEASE INQUIRE, or go to $$$.

6-HOUR OPTION:
1 - 4 guests: $488 (click here for details) |  5+ guests: PLEASE INQUIRE, or go to $$$.

If persons are added to your tour (i.e. requested public tour) , pricing will reflect the reduced rate for the person # above. Children are welcome to join the tour, see below*.
For groups of over 21 guests or any other requests, please email [email protected]

TIME

9AM or 2PM Rain or Shine- Custom departure time available on request, please inquire.

MEETING POINT

YOUR DT PORTLAND HOTEL OR DESIRED LOCATION (FOR DEPARTURES OUTSIDE OF DT PORTLAND, ADDITIONAL COST OR REDUCED TOUR TIME MAY APPLY.)

AVAILABILITY

DAILY, year-round. Except Dec 25 & Jan 1
We GO no matter what; Rain or Shine

INCLUDED*

tour + transportation + driver/guide
Brewery AI and Guide narrated Intros.**

NOT INCLUDED

Lunch or Dinner; potential admission fees-tasting/drink fees & snacks

SPECIAL NOTE: This tour is PRE-PAID, before the start of your tour. Pre-payment required.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Pricing is based on 3-4 hours. Restrictions may apply. Above pricing is not guaranteed and may not be accurate--Confirm Pricing HERE.
This is a van or shuttle bus transport tour. Please inquire about other tour options and rates/availability for our walking tour option and tour bus options for LG groups. Bring umbrellas and walking/rain shoes.
**What Sets Us Apart? We offer a combo of AI and personal guide narration for a fully guided experience on all our tours.

* Pricing is subject to change without notice. The following discounts may apply: Seniors - 20% off, after minimum tour requirement is met.
Children/adults 6-20 years - 50% off; Children 5 & under & Birthday person (Only valid once during week of Birthday) are FREE, after minimum tour requirement is met. Please inquire. For discounted or free services: vehicle minimum person costs (or a reduced discount) & maximum person capacity for your scheduled vehicle (if applicable) may apply, please inquire. Other restrictions may apply. Code: Under21discount or B-daypersonfree). Seniors and anyone receiving a discounted or the free B-day service may be required to show their I.D. to receive the discount.