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Experience the natural beauty of majestic Mt Rainier on this guided, small-group tour from Seattle. Enjoy a scenic, narrated journey past lakes, waterfalls and historic towns to Mt Rainier, the highest mountain in the state of Washington and one of the tallest in the lower 48 states. Take in spectacular views from Narada Falls, considered the most popular waterfall in Mt Rainier State Park and the aptly named Paradise, at 5,400 feet above sea level on the south slope, among others. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels.
  • Witness the natural beauty of Mt Rainier, one of the tallest mountains in the lower 48 states
  • Enjoy the scenic drive from the Seattle area to Mt. Rainier and learn about local lakes and historic towns from your guide
  • Photograph stunning sites such as Christine Falls, the Nisqually River and Narada Falls
  • Pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels
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Pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels
Transport by air-conditioned coach or 14-passenger sprinter van
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This activity will end right where it started.Please contact Customized Tours to confirm your selected hotel location is within our pickup zone to receive a accurate pickup time.
This Mt Rainier day trip begins with a convenient hotel pickup in Seattle or near the SeaTac Airport. Then prepare for a narrated, scenic drive featuring Alder Lake Park and the town of Eatonville at the foothills of Mt Rainier.

Stop at Longmire, the visitor center at the southwest corner of the park, to explore their museum and National Park Inn. Visit Christine Falls, with one of the signature views in Mt Rainier National Park (look for the bridge). Then walk along the Nisqually River up to Narada Falls, considered the most popular waterfall in Mt Rainier State Park. It’s taller than Niagara Falls at 188 feet.

Then it’s off to the pinnacle event of the day: the view at Paradise, which is 5,400 feet above sea level. Purchase lunch here and take in the incredible view of Mt Rainier and the valley below. Be on the lookout for wildlife wandering around the mountain at any time. 

During the wintertime, choose from an optional snowshoe or sled adventure, if conditions allow. During the summertime, simply enjoy the scene at Reflection Lake, which provides one of the most iconic views of Mt Rainier. It’s absolutely stunning. Be sure to bring a camera.

Finally, visit the Henry M. Jackson Memorial Visitor Center at Paradise to learn more about the history of Mt Rainier, including a brief film about it. 

Then it’s back down the mountain to hit the road back to Seattle.
Itinerary
Pass By:  
Alder Lake Park
scenic lake on the way to the Mountain
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Stop At:  
Mount Rainier
rainforest, waterfalls, lakes and rivers, glaciers, wildlife, old growth trees, volcano, natural beautiful scenery.
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Duration: 6 hours 
Admission Ticket Included
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Trail of the Shadows
2nd growth forest, hot springs, hike, history
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Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
Stop At:  
Christine Falls Viewpoint
pretty waterfall framed by stone bridge popular spot right of road.
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Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Paradise Valley
alpine meadow, in winter snowshoeing, hiking, visitor's center, gift shops, food
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Duration: 1 hour 
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Reflection Lakes
small alpine lakes available only to see in non winter season. small lakes that when there is no breeze reflect the mountain like a mirror.
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Duration: 10 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Longmire Museum
exibits
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Duration: 5 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Narada Falls
one of the most scenic things to see in the park.
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Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Stop At:  
Longmire
Where we do hikes, take in viewpoints, gift shop
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Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • It is recommended to dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes (hiking shoes preferred, in winter boots are best). In Nov – Jun, please dress for snowy conditions
  • Please note: The tour route may vary depending on weather conditions and road closures.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • The seasons, weather, and elevation partially determine what you’ll see on your tour. During the weekdays, mid October-April, there are limited food services available in the National Park. Customers will have an opportunity to purchase food en route. Also, the Henry M Jackson Visitor Center located at Paradise, has limited hours during these months. On weekdays when the Visitor Center is closed, our tour will still visit Paradise if road conditions allow.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Customized Tours
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
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What is the social distancing policy during Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
See all safety measures taken by Mt. Rainier Day Trip from Seattle.

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Traveler Tips

  • "Being in a small group (13p) makes it easy to follow up on request." See review
  • "Plus Point - Joe has spare gloves, jackets, socks, snow shoes for tourists who come unprepared!" See review
  • "One caveat is that even in July you would be advised to wear shoes for trail walking, long pants and a water-repellent jacket." See review

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star-5
Fantastic trip
CherylMalave
, May 2022
The mountains were so beautiful and peaceful and very memorable. Thank you for the memories. OK. Tour operator Lucas was amazing
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star-5
Astonishing
Meredith_G
, May 2022
Lucas was a great guide and shared lots of local knowledge and did his best to get us in a position to see the mountain. I would definitely do this tour again in a different season to see all Mount Rainier has to offer.
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star-5
MT Ranier beauty
Glenda_F
, May 2022
This trip was long but well worth the time. Beautiful scenery, great guide, and a lot of fun. Waterfalls, mountain ranges, wildlife.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
We are glad to hear you enjoyed our all day tour to Mt. Rainier. Thank you for joining us.
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star-4
Great trip and guide/terrible bus ride
Marcia_R
, May 2022
Cory was a great guide and Mt. Rainier is beautiful. We made lots of stops to take pictures. Unfortunately my husband and I had to sit at the very back of the bus. In this position you feel every bump and jolt of which there were many. Also the back row seats have some kind of metal imbankment on the inside seat which makes getting comfortable impossible. For 2 people in their late 60's not ideal. Still the beauty of the mountains is worth it. Just try to sit closer to the front
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Cory. I am sorry the seats you were in were not comfortable and next time we can get you in a better placement. We appreciate your review and feedback.
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star-4
Snow if May 2022
Anonymous
, May 2022
Mr. Joe was a great driver, tour guide and overall fun guy. It was a snowy day in late May for this Mt Ranier day so some trails were not open. Even with some closures and access if you didn't have the proper gear it was a fun informational day tour. We stopped at a local grocery store to stock up on provisions for the day and again on the way back since we had some time. Fun option if you don't want to rent a car and drive yourself. Not as much walking as expected but fun to see snow, fresh snow while we were there.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
When the weather does not cooperate in our favor it does change our guides itinerary however we are glad you still enjoyed touring with Joe. Thank you for your review.
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star-5
Definitely need to go
Lezlie_M
, May 2022
This trip was fantastic from booking to end. Our tour guide, Joe, was made for the job. You get stops at grocery store at beginning and end which was super nice. And the tour is just beautiful. I would go on but I'm limited in characters.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for saying as much as you could with the limited characters. We appreciate you taking the time to review our tour guided by Joe.
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star-5
Enjoyed the trip so much!...
Emily_M
, May 2022
Enjoyed the trip so much! Be prepared to be gone for 12-13 hours. Lucas was great, we learned a ton! Would recommend
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star-5
Beautiful views, excellent tour guide
Tessa_A
, May 2022
Joe was a fantastic tour guide. He clearly knows everything about the area and could make changes to our route to create an optimal experience. Highly recommend.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for recommending and reviewing our tour guided by Joe.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Mt Rainier Day Trip
Erica_D
, May 2022
Great experience learning about the area and also getting tobexpwrience Mt Rainier in all her glory. We got to go on a pretty clear day and got great views of the mountain. Our guide, Lucas was great with our group and highlighted all the great things we wanted to see and experience on our trip. Highly recommend this trip and this guide!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for the review and recommending our tour.
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star-5
Book now!
Nicole_C
, May 2022
Absolutely incredible experience! The transportation arrived perfectly on time. The store we stopped at on the way to Mt. Rainier had affordable and delicious food to purchase for the day trip. Our tour guide was knowledgable and friendly. The stops we took were perfect and the views, incredible! I would absolutely book this tour again and was so appreciative of the experience.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for your review!
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star-5
Joel picked us promptly...
Lorna_B
, May 2022
Joel picked us promptly in front of our hotel.He gave us plenty of times to go to the restroom and dropped us to a nearby grocery stores so we could grab some food to take with us to Mt Rainier for lunch.He gave us a good history and information about the place.I highly recommend this tour.As a frequent traveler,I know one when I see one.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for your review!
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star-5
Everyone should book Mt. Rainier!
Bruce_W
, May 2022
What a fantastic excursion!! Joel was a tremendous tour guide, host and even photographer. He made the day an absolute joy for all of us. Even though the mountain was hidden due to fog and clouds, we still had a very memorable day. Everyone should book this!!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for your review.
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star-5
Great mountain tour.
Christopher_M
, May 2022
Joel our guide was very informative and funny. It was really a very hands-on experience. Would highly recommend this tour.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
We are glad you enjoyed Joel as your guide. Thank you for for your review and recommendation.
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star-4
Breathtaking Mount Rainier
Kim
, May 2022
Even though it rained all day we still had a great tour of Mount Rainier. Joe was a fun tour guide and brought knowledge and humor to our day!
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star-5
From the hills of TN to Washington’s Mt Rainer
Jennifer_J
, May 2022
We loved meeting the other member of our group. The sky was clear the air was crisp it was a great day to travel to the mountain. James our guide was very hospitable and eager to assist in answering all questions and provide the best trip possible. It was unforgettable!
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star-5
A Great Day Tour to Mt Rainier NP
retiredmls
, May 2022
A great experience with Lucas as our guide. Because of the rain & drizzle, he arranged our itinerary to give us the best chance of seeing Rainier when the weather was predicted to be better in the afternoon. We actually did get to stop & see a bit of the mountain on the way out of the park. Every stop Lucas took us to was absolutely beautiful. He also gave suggestions of things to do for various activity levels. A long day but so worth it.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear the weather did cooperate a bit in the end.
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star-5
Excellent tour and guide
Iliana_P
, May 2022
Lucas was an excellent tour guide. He was so very knowledgeable providing historical facts throughout the entire ride and day at Mt. Rainier. He was a great driver and very helpful and accommodating at all times, He went above and beyond to stop at the most beautiful locations to let us explore and give us time to take some incredibly beautiful pictures. Overall the trip was great! Only disappointment was that Viator told me I couldn’t get picked up at my downtown hotel and I had to pay about $18 to take a Lyft to a different hotel just a couple of miles from mine for pickup. As it turned out at time of drop off, Lucas confirmed he could drop us off at our hotel and we were very happy to hear this!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for your review. I am glad you had a great time. Yes it is unfortunate when guests are given incorrect information. Its always best to call us directly to reconfirm any part of your tour including times, pick up and drop off details.
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star-5
Fun trip and beautiful scenery
Erika_P
, May 2022
Great tour! Lucas was fun, knowledgeable, and friendly. We got to see lots of different areas in the park, and (unexpectedly) saw a big snowstorm in mid May! It made for some beautiful scenery. My only advice to travelers is to make sure you wear waterproof hiking shoes. Thanks for a great day!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you for sharing your experience and reviewing Lucas. Great advise about wearing waterproof shoes.
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star-5
The Tour you'll never forget in your life
Kemal_H
, May 2022
The Tour that youll never forget The tour was excellence, this is a must tour in Seattle. The tour guide was very good, very friendly and a lot of funny story. Im fully recommend this tour.
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you so much for recommending our tour to others and giving us a review!
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star-5
Worth every pennie
Marco_L
, May 2022
Omg words can't describe how beautiful everything was on this tour!! Literally got to experience a little bit of everything. Got be around snow , see quite a few beautiful waterfalls , amazing hiking trails and Lucas was an amazing tour guide. I highly recommend this tour to anybody coming to Washington!
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icon Response from Host , May 2022
Thank you so much for reviewing Lucas and our Mt. Rainier Tour.
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