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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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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
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  • "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
Good value day tour for all traveler types!
Melody_s
, Aug 2022
Loved everything about this tour. I have always wanted to go to Paradise and this tour delivered. I’m a local and a pretty savvy hiker and I still learned a lot about the mountains, the area and the natural world here. Guide Lucas promptly picked up at hotel location and was a wealth of knowledge and stories on the journey to Rainier. I appreciated his preparedness with bringing extra bottles of water for everyone, stopping at grocery store for food and providing bathroom and snack stops on the way to and from Paradise. He is a good driver and felt totally safe through the windy mountain roads. We had 3 hours at Paradise which for hikers is ample time to explore 4-8 miles of trails. Loved the stop at Narada Falls and the Ukrainian bakery! Tahoma (Rainier) had her normal cloak of clouds so we did not get to see the peak clearly. However, that’s totally out of the control of the tour operator because the mountain makes whatever weather she wants on any given day :). Paradise is…paradise. The professionalism on this tour and from the operator is 5/5 stars. Kid friendly. Group friendly and solo traveler friendly. As a note for the 12 hour day, recommend bringing a battery backup or charger for phones / cameras because the bus seats do not have in seat power. Also bring a jacket bc the peak is always colder than cities. I had this on my list for a few months now and am so glad I went for it!
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star-5
Must see,driver John a load of information and a great driver
thomas_k
, Aug 2022
The mountain and the views in the park.the view from the lodge. Could of sat there all day looking at the mountain
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star-5
Great tour and guide.
Norma_O
, Aug 2022
The tour was great! Our guide Joe was very helpful and knowledgeable about the places we saw on our way to Mt. Rainier. The views were spectacular with blue skies and comfortable temperature. Joe made the effort to stop to let us see and photograph wild life, turning the bus around sometimes so we could enjoy the animals and flowers. Thank you Joe!
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star-5
Worth Every Minute
CGribben
, Aug 2022
My Rainier National Park is an amazing place, lots of lakes, waterfalls and hiking trails. Our guide and driver, Lucas, was exceptional. His knowledge of the area was impressive, and he is a great storyteller. Truly enjoyed this excursion.
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star-5
Amazing mount rainer trip
YouLiang_L
, Aug 2022
Lucas is amazing, he gave us plenty of time to spend on each site, and is not too concerned about extending the trip abit. Of cuz after consulting everyone. He is also very experienced, and bring us via most optimal route and let us see a glimpse of mount rainer despite cloudy weather
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star-5
Oh boy. Mt. Rainier trip...
Christian_S
, Aug 2022
Oh boy. Mt. Rainier trip 7/24/22...I will never forget this day. Chaotic,yet memorable. Okay, first thing first. Lucas was an outstanding tour guide. Knowledgeable, friendly, and very professional. He had a family emergency happened mid-tour to attend to, but he still managed to keep us on schedule and feeding us information about the guide as if nothing more important is happening. That is very commendable. He did eventually had to depart the tour towards the end, but he pretty much covered everything by that point. Now onto the tour itself, there's a lot of walking/hiking involved. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes. Please know you are going to walk miles, some downhill and some uphill routes. Also, please pay attention or make sure you have the guide/people to follow. I sadly did get lost because I was the last person to use the bathroom at one of the stops, so by that point, nobody was there that I could follow. Needless to say, I went the wrong route so I ended up walking over 2 miles in the wrong direction. After a while and not seeing anybody else in my group, I then had to backtrack and do the correct mile-long route until I finally saw the tour guide. Not going to share more details, but yes, it was a bit intense. Embarrassing mistake, but again, Lucas was professional about it and knew how to handle the situation. It sure gave me a story to share for years to come. Anyways, as for the rest of the tour, we get plenty of good photo-ops, views, and just overall a good time. I would recommend this tour.
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star-5
It's a long day but it's...
Daniel_P
, Aug 2022
It's a long day but it's worth it. Many trail options when you get to paradise point at Mt. Rainier.
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star-5
Outstanding trip
Lyndon_T
, Aug 2022
WOW what a great trip. Lucas our driver/guide for the day was excellent. Very knowledgeable and funny. We were very lucky with the weather hardly a cloud in the sky. It is a long day but so worth it. The scenery is unbelievable. We were not rushed at any point. Breaks were taken when peopled required it. There are various hikes if you want to take them with varying difficulties. All explained in detail by Lucas. If you you were only going to do one trip whilst in seattle this is the one to do.
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star-4
Seeing Mt rainier...
Aniket_N
, Aug 2022
Seeing Mt rainier Cory our guide was really good. Very informed The ride was good The stops were interesting
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star-5
We had a wonderful day!...
Cynda_C
, Aug 2022
We had a wonderful day! Our trip started out rainy and overcast and shaped up beautifully! When we made it to the top, we were rewarded with a clear view of the top of Mt Rainier! Saw gorgeous scenery, waterfalls, deer, elk, and marmots. Joe found us some large glacier ice boulders that delighted all those that have come from more tropical climates. We made plenty of bathroom stops along the way. Joe was very personable, informative, and accommodating. He also treated us to delectable cupcakes at the last stop before returning. Yum! Overall, loved the tour and would recommend it to all who ask. Highlight of our Seattle stay!
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star-5
Awesome trip
Ida_S
, Aug 2022
Really lucky to join this trip in such a good weather. Recommended tour, cheap (compare to same kind of tour in Aviator) but had a great experience…
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
We are glad you enjoyed our tour. Thank you for the review.
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star-5
Fantastic day in Mt. Rainer National Park
Julie_K
, Aug 2022
Had a fantastic day in mt. Rainer National Park. Our guide, Lucas, was fantastic. From the time we were picked up at the hotel, to the various stops along the tour, Lucas helped make it fun and easy. On vacation, who wants to think about all of the aspects of the tour? Lucas explained our options at each stop, distance of the hikes, places to buy snacks, bathroom stops, what to look for....planning and organizing done for you. We had the best day!
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Thank you for giving Lucas a great review. We are glad you enjoyed your experience.
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star-3
Chaotic as first but rescued in the end!
Jo_C
, Aug 2022
Trip was frought with issues - road closures, inexperienced guide etc - but Lucas (new guide) jumped in and saved the day. However a lot of the issues in the first part of the day were completely avoidable! So hopefully others will have a better experience. Also Mount Rainier is the real star of this trip! So it all worked out in the end.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Our guide was the best!...
Nancy_A
, Aug 2022
Our guide was the best! He did an outstanding job! Loved everything about Mt Rainier! Would highly recommend!
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Thank you for the great review!
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star-5
Magnificent Mount Rainier
Karen_M
, Aug 2022
This trip was amazing from start to finish! Joe our guide was an expert & made sure we saw it all! Waterfalls, wildlife ( I saw a marmot which I’ve never seen before) & last but not least gorgeous Mount Rainier in all her glory! Joe kept checking his mirrors so that all of us would get to see her. It was at end of tour & he pulled over & there she was peaking through the mist & clouds. Magnificent & my husband & I will cherish this adventure the rest of our lives!
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Thank you for touring with Joe. We are glad you and your husband had such a great experience to cherish. We appreciate your review.
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star-4
Long day, but we’ll worth it!
Danielle_T
, Aug 2022
Great trip! Nice to not have to drive into park and worry about parking. Guide was very knowledgeable! Long day, but well worth it!
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your tour. Please let us know if there is something we could have improved on to make your rating a 5*.
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star-5
Great tour, great value. ...
Nicole_C
, Aug 2022
Great tour, great value. We made so many stops and saw so many things, it was more than what I expected! The tour guide, Cory, was great!
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Thank you for the review. I am glad our guide Cory exceeded your expectations. We appreciate you touring with us.
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star-5
Summer vacation
Ana_M
, Aug 2022
The views were amazing! Our tour guide Lucas was AMAZING!!! Plethora of information! The tour was awesome I would do again.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
Thank you for joining us. We are glad you enjoyed your day spent with Lucas.
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star-4
worth it!
Davina_S
, Aug 2022
beautiful park and you get to see a decent amount of it for the price/time spent in park. There are some stops that have trails you need to hike down, but if you aren’t able to hike to views are just as beautiful at trailheads. At some stops, we weren’t told exactly what time to be back by our guide which resulted in confusion but that’s on us too! Overall a great experience, and great introduction to the park. Highly recommend, especially if you have limited time and just want a quick overview.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your time in the Park and were able to meet back up with the group after the time away. We appreciate you recommending our tour and giving a review.
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star-5
The mountain was out
Paulina_B
, Aug 2022
Mark is great & funny! He’s got great knowledge, make use of it! The only thing that’s a little unfortunate is that at Paradise we didn’t have that much time due to exploring with a group.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your tour with Mark. Yes when traveling in a group setting we do have to keep on schedule. We always suggest when looking to have a more customized itinerary to reserve with us on a private tour. Then you are able to customize to your groups interests. Thank you for touring with us!
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