10 Private Tours in Seattle That You Shouldn't Miss

Escape the hustle and bustle of Seattle and enjoy a day of breathtaking scenery at Mt Rainier National Park. On this private Mt Rainier tour, take a scenic drive through the old-growth evergreen forests of America's fifth-oldest national park, affording views of sparkling lakes, flower meadows, massive glaciers and sweeping alpine vistas. Visit Narada Falls, Reflection Lake and Inspiration point, and stop along the way to view wildlife and take photos. Learn about the park's history at the Paradise Jackson Visitor Center and Longmire Visitor Center and Museum, and bring a picnic lunch to enjoy amidst the scenery.

Inclusions: Private tour, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off in the greater Seattle area

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Private Tour: You'll see the devastation caused by the 1980 eruption and the slow return of nature’s flora. A full day of scenery and adventure, you'll visit the Johnston Ridge Visitor Center, see a video of the eruption, see spectacular scenery (weather permitting) walk some easy trails if you wish, see newly formed lakes, and have a break for lunch. This is a popular tour.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Private tour. Visit Mount Rainier National Park on this full-day tour. See waterfalls, old-growth forests, flowering meadows, and wildlife in their natural habitat. This experience on Mount Rainier makes your expected stops — but also ventures off the beaten path, with fantastic views and vistas, waterfalls, and park grounds. This tour travels all the way around Mount Rainier, and the different landscapes are fantastic. Four stops for trail walks and/or waterfalls are included.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, or airport/pier pick up, Knowledgeable driver/guide, National Park fees, Great snacks and signature water bottle included

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Experience Seattle aboard the city's only private cocktail cruise. While cruising Lake Union, you'll view seaplane take-off and landings up close and see the Space Needle, Gas Works Park, the Fremont Bridge and St. Marks Cathedral. Cruise past dozens of floating homes including the Sleepless in Seattle floating home and the oldest floating home in Seattle. See hundreds of boats from classic cruisers to modern mega yachts from Westlake to Portage Bay and the Montlake Cut, leading to Lake Washington. Get a fantastic view of the university campus and football stadium. This is a family friendly cruise, all ages welcome.You are welcome and encouraged to bring along picnic or snack foods, or food from one of the restaurants at the pick up location.

Inclusions: Local guide, Sightseeing cruise with narration, Vessel is equipped to be comfortable in any weather, First round of drinks, Private Tour, Just your group!

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Mt. Saint Helen's, is a national monument and active volcano. She is one of 5 Washington State volcanoes and it was May 18, 1980, when the eruption brought this quiet mountain to the world's attention. On your tour, you'll see the devastation caused by the 1980 eruption and the slow return of nature’s flora. A full day of adventure, you'll visit the Forest Learning Center, stop for lots of photo ops, and visit Johnston Ridge Visitor Center.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Complimentary non BPA signature water bottle, Knowledgeable Driver/Guide, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch - Box Lunch offered

Book a local Seattleite for a personalised exploration of the city. Your local host will build the best experience for you based on your interests. Discover what it is like to see the city through the eyes of a local. Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them. Your meeting place and time as well as your itinerary are flexible, so you can plan and experience with your host to meet your needs.

Inclusions: Private and personalised 4 hour meet-up, Working together to build the perfect itinerary for you, Local host, Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location), Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Any tickets into attractions/venues, Gratuities, Public/private transportation during the meet-up

Seattle proudly claims to be the city which has the most coffee shops of any city in America, and you’ll quickly discover the coffee here is more than just a drink - it’s part of the local culture. Experience the Seattle coffeehouse culture and discover just how passionate locals and baristas are about what’s in their cup! Whether the weather is drizzly or the sun is shining, enjoy your day sipping three unique brews at different cafes, coffee shops and roasteries as you learn about the process that goes into roasting the coffee beans and creating a perfectly balanced blend. Discover trendy brews and the coffee shops that locals really love. Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local Host, Includes 3 Coffee Tastings and 1 Cake/Pastry per person, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

Visit Mount Rainier National Park on this full-day tour. See waterfalls, old-growth forests, flowering meadows, and wildlife in their natural habitat. This experience on Mount Rainier makes your expected stops — but also ventures off the beaten path, with fantastic views and vistas, waterfalls, and park grounds. Walk or don't walk, you get the option. This tour travels all the way around Mount Rainier, and the different landscapes are fantastic. Four stops for trail walks and/or waterfalls are included.  May, June and late Oct, may have snow at Paradise, roads will be clear, but may need to return same route, and we've added extra walks if this happens.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, or airport/pier pick up, Knowledgeable driver/guide, National Park fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Bon Vivant’s popular wine tasting tours are led by professionally wine educated tour guides. Here's what you can expect: >Your group's wine preferences will influence tour stop choices for the day >You'll receive a welcome call or text confirming pick up time on the day of the tour; a comfortable 30 minute drive from Seattle to Woodinville, crossing beautiful Lake Washington, gets you to Wine Country >Visiting a flagship winery starts the touring day off big >A boutique winery will be next >Lunch follows, at a locally owned café >The afternoon will find you visiting 2-3 boutique wineries and tasting rooms, we call them hidden gems. (There are 120+ to choose from!) En route, your guide will talk about the next winery on your custom tour, the winemaker, their history, etc. >You will be returned to your point of departure around 4:30 >All day long, you will be treated to your tour guide's insights and Washington Wine Country knowledge. >And you will go home with happy memories!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Excellent and wine educated Tour Guides, Custom tour. The tour stops will be chosen based on your tasting preferences.

Exclusions: We will stop for lunch, at a delightful and locally owned café. Please budget $15-$20., Please budget $15-$25 per winery for tasting fees. Generally, wineries will waive all or part of the tasting fee with wine purchases.

Aboard Candere you will be in the hands of a professional and in the lap of luxury. A talented bartender and skilled boat handler, your captain will introduce you to Seattle via a most enjoyable boat tour. Starting on the North side of Lake Union you will cruise by boats and floating homes of all sizes, shapes and ages. Cocktail in hand (or "mocktail" for those not enthusiastic about alcohol or too young to imbibe), you are likely to see draw bridges that are nearly 100 years old open up for sailboats and large yachts, Seaplanes taking off and landing, locals enjoying the sunshine from kayaks and stand up paddleboards. After your journey aboard Candere, you will want to stay all day.

Inclusions: Boat, Skipper/bartender, Safety equipment (e.g. life jackets)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Parking