Things to do in Seattle, Washington (WA): The Best Bus Tours

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

Witness stunning mountain vistas, pristine alpine meadows, and dense old growth forests on this small group day tour to Olympic National Park. We'll start the day with a beautiful ferry ride from Seattle followed by a scenic drive to this UNESCO World Heritage Site, where we'll explore one of the best-preserved natural landscapes in the world. 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

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

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.

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)

Refine your palate at our region's renowned Woodinville wineries and experience geology in motion at Washington’s most dramatic waterfall on this small group day tour to Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle wineries. Washington is now the nation’s second largest wine-producing state, and Woodinville alone has over 130 wineries. 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 at a local restaurant, wine tasting fees, 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, Winery tasting fees, Professional local guide, All physical abilities welcome, Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities

On this memorable day trip through the Cascade Mountains, you will see beautiful mountain landscapes, waterfalls, and travel along white-water rivers. This is a mountain loop tour, traveling over 3 mountain passes: Stevens Pass, Blewett Pass and Snoqualmie Pass. See Bridal Veil Falls, where Big Foot has been spotted! plus Deception Falls, and Snoqualmie Falls. NOTE: IN WINTER, THE WATERFALLS HAVE NO ACCESS. THIS WILL BE A TRIP TO VISIT CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND IN DECEMBER. Leavenworth is fantastic, a Bavarian Alpine Village with character of its own. A beautiful small town, you'll have time to shop the many small businesses and eat a delicious meal in one of the many restaurants. From Bavarian food to Mexican, there are many choices.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Airport and Pier pick up/drop off

Exclusions: Gratuities recommended