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7-Night North American Waterways (U.S. Rivers)
National Geographic Sea Bird
Lindblad Expeditions
Offer: $200 per couple shipboard credit on ALL cruises on the National Geographic Ships
Booking Window: Now - 12/31/25
Terms & Conditions: Single occupancy bookings will receive half the shipboard credit amount listed.
About The Cruise
Expedition ship National Geographic Sea Birds sails to Alaska, Baja California, and Pacific Northwest with a crew of naturalists and experts. This one of a kind crew allows guests to discover the destinations visited in a more exciting way than regular cruising. These expeditions also show guests the importance of the environment thanks to an expansive range of expedition tools which allow cruisers to see wildlife like never before. Best suited to those looking for a more active kind of cruise, Sea Bird's 31 cabins are all located outside, giving guests the greatest views, even during down time.
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Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
1
Saturday, 9/19/26
About Portland (OR)
City (1990 pop. 437,319; met. area 1,239,842), NW Oreg., on the Willamette R.; inc. 1851. Founded in 1845, it grew
rapidly as a supply point for western gold fields. The largest city in Oregon and one of the busiest ports on the West Coast, it manufactures paper and wood products, electronic instruments, and machinery. The city grew rapidly after 1850, serving as a supply point for the California and Alaska gold fields. Its varied architecture includes a neoclassical city hall and the postmodernist Portland Building designed by Michael Graves. The Univ. of Portland, Reed College, and museums of art, science, and advertising are among the many institutions in the area. The region is noted for its dramatic scenery; Mt. Hood is nearby. Of recent, the areas wine has become world-reknown, especially the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Join the ranks of distinguished visitors, starting with Captain John Gray in 1792 and Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery in 1805. Astoria is a picturesque city that offers an interesting slice of American history. It's full of the pleasures of small-town life, such as beautiful Victorian homes, the 4.1-mile-long Astoria Bridge and the many fishing trips that offer the thrill of landing your own salmon, sturgeon or crab.
Astoria Attractions
Explore the oldest American settlement west of the Rockies. Discover Astoria's famous Union Town, Doughboy Monument, beautiful Victorian homes and churches. View the Astoria Column, displaying scenes commemorating important events in the area's history.
Astoria Activities
Tour Fort Clatsop, a replica of the fort depicted in William Clark's journal.
Visit the Maritime Museum, which houses some of the region's prized artifacts.
Visit Mount St. Helens and see the crater, lava dome and blast zone of this infamous volcano.
Go for a bike ride at Fort Stevens. You'll see Battery Russell, dating back to the early 20th century, with its panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean; Cape Disappointment Light House and the Washington State shoreline. While you're there, look for the wreck of the Peter Iredale, an English ship that ran aground in 1906.
Located in northwest Oregon, The Dalles is a living historical landmark. Among the intriguing exhibits at the new Columbia Gorge Discovery Center (opening Memorial Day, 1997) is a 33-foot replica of the Columbia River, detailing 15 miles of its course, before, during and after construction of The Dalles Dam, including Celilo Falls and the seining grounds.
But that's just a drop in the bucket compared to all there is to do here. You can ride a train to see the real dam. Take a walking tour of the many historic sites and murals throughout the town. Discover ancient Indian petroglyphs. Or splash through the rapids on the Deschutes River.
Nestled against the backdrop of the Blue Mountains, The City of Walla Walla harbors a lively community. The community's rich heritage and vitality are on display today in Historic Downtown Walla Walla. The past is present in Downtown Walla Walla. You will find restored buildings and attention to history and tradition around every corner.
The twin cities of Clarkston, Washington and Lewiston, Idaho were named in honor of the famous explorers, William Clark and Meriwether Lewis from the Corps of Discovery Lewis and Clark Expedition. As they led the Corps of Discovery through our area in 1805 they were provided much needed assistance from the Nez Perce Indians in the region.
The twin cities of Clarkston, Washington and Lewiston, Idaho were named in honor of the famous explorers, William Clark and Meriwether Lewis from the Corps of Discovery Lewis and Clark Expedition. As they led the Corps of Discovery through our area in 1805 they were provided much needed assistance from the Nez Perce Indians in the region.
Expedition ship National Geographic Sea Birds sails to Alaska, Baja California, and Pacific Northwest with a crew of naturalists and experts. This one of a kind crew allows guests to discover the destinations visited in a more exciting way than regular cruising. These expeditions also show guests the importance of the environment thanks to an expansive range of expedition tools which allow cruisers to see wildlife like never before. Best suited to those looking for a more active kind of cruise, Sea Bird's 31 cabins are all located outside, giving guests the greatest views, even during down time.
Year Built
1982
Capacity
62
Meeting Rooms
N/A
Year Refurbished
2005
Elevators
N/A
Casino
N/A
Registry
N/A
Restaurants
N/A
Disco
N/A
Tonnage
630
Bars
N/A
Fitness Center
N/A
Cabins
31
Pools
N/A
Children's Program
No
Handicap Cabins
N/A
Theaters
N/A
Internet Cafe
N/A
Shops
N/A
Library
N/A
Spa
N/A
Cabin Categories | Decks
Category 1
Category 2
Category 3
Cabin Details
Conveniently positioned between the dining room and lounge, these cabins feature two single beds, a writing desk and a large view window. All cabins benefit from private facilities and climate controls.
Conveniently positioned between the dining room and lounge, these cabins feature two single beds, a writing desk and a large view window. All cabins benefit from private facilities and climate controls.
These well located cabins include two lower single beds and a view window. All cabins also benefit from private facilities and climate controls.
These cabins feature a seating unit with table and two large view windows. Upper Deck cabins inlude two lower singled beds which can convert to a double bed and a pull-out single bed for a third person. Bridge Deck cabins include two lower beds only. All cabins also benefit from private facilities and climate controls.
Bridge Deck
Main Deck
Upper Deck
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Departure Port:
Portland (OR)
Sailing Date:
Saturday, 09/19/26
Return Date:
Saturday, 09/26/26
Nights:
7
Ship:
National Geographic Sea Bird
Cruise Line:
Lindblad Expeditions
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Join the ranks of distinguished visitors, starting with Captain John Gray in 1792 and Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery in 1805. Astoria is a picturesque city that offers an interesting slice of American history. It's full of the pleasures of small-town life, such as beautiful Victorian homes, the 4.1-mile-long Astoria Bridge and the many fishing trips that offer the thrill of landing your own salmon, sturgeon or crab. 
The twin cities of Clarkston, Washington and Lewiston, Idaho were named in honor of the famous explorers, William Clark and Meriwether Lewis from the Corps of Discovery Lewis and Clark Expedition. As they led the Corps of Discovery through our area in 1805 they were provided much needed assistance from the Nez Perce Indians in the region. 
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