The biggest perk of our deep-dive itineraries? You stay in the same accommodation throughout.🙂 That means no time spent re-packing and unpacking—resulting in a more relaxed pace and more energy left to savor each day to the fullest. Recommended lodging location: Bend, Sunriver, or La Pine. Since travel destinations in Central Oregon are pretty spaced out to begin with, no need to stress over the exact location. Pick a place that you think you'll be happy to make home for thr

This itinerary showcases volcanic wonderlands, desert vistas, and hot springs as you journey from Bend to the remote Alvord Desert, and then to the colorful Painted Hills in John Day National Monument. After exploring the attractions in and around Bend—the hippest little town in Oregon—you’ll be heading east into areas where the population density drops to near zero. This less developed region will lead you to spots that are off the beaten path enough that it's even common fo

We'll make our way down from Cannon Beach to the central coast, then cut inland to visit Central Oregon and Crater Lake NP. FYI: all...