Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle

Highlights

Learn the history behind the active volcano from your guide
Traveling with a guide means avoiding the hassle of Seattle driving
Option to add snowshoe or sled trip when conditions allow

Summary

Meet a guide at your Seattle hotel, and then travel to Mount Rainier National Park, learning a bit about the local area along the way. Pause a the Longmire Museum and National Park Inn, and keep your camera out at Christine Falls, which frames one of the classic views of Mount Rainier. Walk up the Nisqually River to stand at the foot of Narada Falls—at 188 feet (57 meters), it towers over Niagara Falls. The scenic highlight of the day is Paradise, a visitor center that's surrounded by alpine meadows, ideal for spotting wildlife. From here, you have the option to add a snowshoe or sledding trip if conditions allow, or simply take in the gorgeous views from Reflection Lake. Before returning to Seattle, enter the visitor center to learn the story behind Mount Rainier, and then finish the day with drop-off at your original departure point.

Tour info

Duration

10 hours - 12 hours

Why take this tour?

With massive glaciers, powerful waterfalls, and alpine meadows, Mount Rainier National Park is among one of Washington's most spectacular reserves, but it can be hard to get to, especially in heavy traffic. Visiting the active volcano on a guided tour lets you focus on the views while your guide takes on the hassle of driving. Plus your guide knows some of the best stops to make at some of the most beautiful places in the park.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels
Transport by air-conditioned coach or 14-passenger sprinter van
Entry/Admission - Mount Rainier
Entry/Admission - Trail of the Shadows
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 10-12 hours
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Customized Tours of Seattle

About operator:

Customized Tours of Seattle offers several different tours in an around the Seattle area. Our tours include the fun and diverse "Explore the City of Seattle Tour", the scenic and beautiful "Mt. Rainer Tour", a tour of the "Boeing Factory and Future of Flight Aviation Center" and our Signature Tour ~ "The Waterfall and Winery Tour". Here you will experience the grandeur of Snoqualmie Falls, taste the hand made confections at Boehm's Chocolates and taste some of the wonderful Washington Wines in Woodinville Wine Country, plus so much more.Our tours range in price and length so check with your Concierge or call us directly for specific information.We also offer custom tours tailored to your needs and transportation around town, like to and from the cruise ship terminals.We would love to share the beautiful Pacific Northwest with you.