The 8 Best Day Trips from in Mount Rainier National Park, Mount Rainier National Park

Private tour for 2-5 guests. SUMMER: 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.  FALL AND WINTER: MAY HAVE SNOW!

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

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

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

Explore pristine alpine meadows, wander through magical old growth forests, and watch roaring glacial waterfalls crash into rugged canyons on this small group day tour to Mount Rainier National Park. The snowcapped peak, encased in over 35 square miles (91 km²) of ice year-round, is endearingly referred to locally as “The Mountain” and is a must-visit Seattle day trip. Throughout the day, you'll enjoy meaningful commentary on the history, culture, and geology of the region from an expert local guide. The tour includes a gourmet lunch, park admission, and pick-up/drop-off at your Seattle hotel in our luxury Mercedes van.

Inclusions: Small group experience (maximum 7 guests), Hotel pick-up and drop-off in our luxury Mercedes van, Gourmet lunch with a selection of local beverages, Complimentary coffee, water, and snacks, Professional local guide, Guided nature walks, All physical abilities welcome, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities

With a charming naturalist as your companion, stretch your legs through an old growth forest surrounded by 800-year old trees towering above you. Feel the cool mist blowing off glacier fed waterfalls carving through an ancient canyon. Refuel your energy with a chef-prepared picnic in the wilderness. Encounter the largest glaciers in the lower 48 as you stroll through alpine meadows above 5,000' while looking for wildlife. With your guide's help, spot mountaineers heading for the summit--a human drama unfolding before your eyes. - Learn Mt. Rainier’s natural history on 4-6 guided nature walks. - Leave the crowds behind with a small group of 10 guests or less. - Explore the best photo spots for any season or weather. - A knowledgeable, certified guide at your side to inform and entertain.

Inclusions: Professional guide and driver accompanies you throughout your journey, National Park fees, Tea, coffee & coco, Snacks, Choice of gourmet lunch with entrée, side of vegetables, fresh green salad, and dessert., Hotel pickup and drop-off within downtown Seattle, Bottled water, 4-6 nature walks through Mt. Rainier’s ecosystems with a certified guide

Exclusions: Guide Gratuities (not required, always appreciated, equal to about 15% of your tour price)

Combine the best the Northwest has to offer in this all-inclusive full-day adventure: a beautiful hike in the National Park with big views of Mt. Rainier, an organic picnic lunch outside, and wine tastings at beloved wineries in the Yakima Valley! At the height of summer, Mount Rainier's flower-flanked trails provide the relaxation, fresh air, and peace that only comes with a walk in a quiet, wild place. Our TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" guides run the only day tours permitted to explore more than a mile from the park road as the National Park is ecologically important & delicate. The U.S. Park Service restricts other tour companies to "road tours." We're lovely & professional nature educators (not bus drivers) that have dedicated their lives to artful travel. Our all-inclusive small group day trip is limited to just 10 travelers. Sleep in a little - we'll bring coffee, bakery, fruit, and tea. We’ll bring snacks, water and sparkling water for the day. Don’t worry about a thing!

Inclusions: Local, TripAdvisor 'Hall of Fame' naturalist guide. We guarantee you'll love your trip leader!, We're legally permitted to explore & walk beyond 1 mile from the main road. Other companies can't., Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, AirBNB, or rental., Morning coffee from our favorite local roaster, tea with bakery/pastries and fresh fruit., A beautiful local & organic lunch! We'll find a quiet spot outside for a picnic and views., All wine tasting fees included in our tour price., Transportation in a Mercedes van, a new Ford Transit van, or a luxury SUV (when group is small)., Mount Rainier National Park entrance fees., Lots of snacks, sparkling water, and water provided., We'll press local coffee and brew tea in the morning!

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Experience Mount Rainier's highlights on a day tailored to you. Our TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" guides run the only day tours permitted to explore more than a mile from the park road as the National Park is ecologically important & delicate. The U.S. Park Service restricts other tour companies - our competitors offer "road tours." We're lovely & professional nature educators (not just bus drivers) that have dedicated our lives to artful travel. Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to just 10 travelers. Sleep in a little - we'll bring coffee, bakery, fruit, and tea. Don't waste daylight waiting in line at a busy lunch counter or concession stand - we'll bring a local, organic, family-style lunch. We’ll bring snacks, water, and sparkling water for the day. Don’t worry about a thing. Savor Mt. Rainier's hidden beauty on foot with waterfall walks, giant trees, alpine vistas, wildflower meadows, and wildlife on our all-inclusive day trip.

Inclusions: Award-winning local naturalist guide. We guarantee you'll love your trip leader!, Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental., Lovely guided hikes or snowshoe (winter) treks tailored to your group. Spend lots of time outside., Morning local coffee, tea with pastries and fruit., We'll press local coffee and brew tea in the morning!, A beautiful local & organic lunch! We'll find a quiet spot outside (weather permitting) for a picnic and big views of the mountain!, We're legally permitted to explore & walk beyond 1 mile from the main road. Other companies can't., Transportation in a new Mercedes van, a new Ford Transit van, or a luxury SUV (when group is small)., Additional warm clothing available upon request., Lots of snacks, sparkling water, and water provided., National Park Entrance fees., Use of snowshoes and poles (during winter months).

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Visit Mt. Rainier with our professional, enthusiastic and informative tour guides. Travel in our clean, comfortable 22-passenger mini-coaches with large windows, high back seats and air-conditioning. Experience old-growth forests, wildflower-filled meadows, and thundering waterfalls on this tour of glacier-clad Mt. Rainier. Hike and walk a little, a lot or not at all: there are options for all abilities. Enjoy lunch at a Mt. Rainier cafe or buy a picnic lunch along the way. Visit the interpretive center at Paradise or Sunrise to learn even more about the mountain’s glaciers, plants and animals. Return to Seattle through pastoral farmlands and memorable Pacific Northwest scenery. Bring a camera on this spectacular Mt. Rainier tour as well as comfortable walking shoes. Layer both warm and cool weather clothing as mountain temperatures can vary from rainy and cold to sunny and hot during a single day.

Inclusions: 10-hour tour of Mt. Rainier from Seattle, Local, professional guide, Transportation by air-conditioned mini coach bus, Hotel pickup and return is available for most downtown Seattle hotels, Hotel pickup and return is available for our meeting location in Tukwila (close to SeaTac Airport), Due to traffic, we may ask that you walk a few blocks back to your hotel, Cooler with ice will be be provided inside the bus to keep any perishable items chilled

Exclusions: Gratuities (optional and not included in the price of this tour), Food & drinks (you can purchase lunch at grocery store stop or at the cafe in Visitor Center)

Explore pristine alpine meadows, wander through magical old growth forests, and watch roaring glacial waterfalls crash into rugged canyons on this private day tour to Mount Rainier National Park. The snow-capped peak, encased in over 35 square miles (91 km²) of ice year-round, is endearingly referred to locally as “The Mountain” and is a must-visit Seattle day trip. Throughout the day, you'll enjoy meaningful commentary on the history, culture, and geology of the region from an expert local guide. The tour includes a gourmet lunch, park admission, and pick-up/drop-off at your Seattle hotel in our luxury Mercedes van.

Inclusions: All physical abilities welcome, Gourmet lunch with a selection of local beverages, Complimentary coffee, water, and snacks, Guided nature walks, Hotel pick-up and drop-off in our luxury Mercedes van, Private experience (only your group plus a guide), Professional local guide, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities