Ideal for first time visitors and those who prefer little or no walking, this guided tour offers an unhurried look at the country's first permanent American settlement west of the Rockies. Once on the coach, your knowledgeable guide will entertain you with local history and point out areas of interest. From the pier, you'll travel to the city's famed Astoria Column, a 125-foot-tall structure that serves as a monument to the Pacific Northwest. Here, you have choice to climb up to the observation deck, visit the Gift Shop or relax in the comfort of the coach. Next, you'll continue on through historic downtown, home to restaurants, museums, breweries and lovely Victorian homes, and on past the Columbia River Maritime Museum and USCG docks. Three photo stops will be made along the way, so be sure to bring along your camera. Then, you'll return to the ship to plan your next adventure.