On this full-day tour of Washington State’s Mt Rainier, you’ll visit the majestic 14,411-foot (4,392-m) volcano and learn about the area from your informative guide. You’ll also explore local treasures like lakes and waterfalls en-route from Seattle to Mt Rainier. Nature lovers won’t want to miss this! In winter and spring snowshoeing and sledding are included at no extra charge. Hiking will be offered as well PLEASE WEAR appropriate clothes and shoes.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Transport by air-conditioned fully insured Commercial Bus
✔ Professional guide
✔ Our phone lines are attended by a live Representative during Business hours
✔ Park Admission Fees
✔ Pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food and drinks
Pickup Locations
1. Pan Pacific Hotel Seattle
2.
3. Hotel 1000, LXR Hotels & Resorts
4. Hilton Seattle
5. Hotel Max
6. Hotel Theodore
7. Sheraton Grand Seattle
8. The Alexis Royal Sonesta Hotel Seattle
9. Renaissance Seattle Hotel
10. Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown
11. The Paramount Hotel
12. Belltown Inn
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14. Hotel Andra Seattle MGallery Hotel Collection
15. CitizenM Seattle Pioneer Square
16. The Edgewater Hotel
17. Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Seattle Center
18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown
19. Staypineapple, The Maxwell Hotel, Seattle Center
20. Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle-Downtown
Additional Info: *****YOUR PICK UP TIME BEGINS SOONER THAN 8 AM.*****
Please contact Customized Tours to confirm your selected hotel location is within our pickup zone to receive a accurate pickup time.
Itinerary
1
Alder Lake Park
scenic lake on the way to the Mountain
2
Mount Rainier
rainforest, waterfalls, lakes and rivers, glaciers, wildlife, old growth trees, volcano, natural beautiful scenery.
Duration: 6 hours
3
Trail of the Shadows
2nd growth forest, hot springs, hike, history (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Christine Falls Viewpoint
pretty waterfall framed by stone bridge popular spot right of road. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
Duration: 10 minutes
5
Paradise Valley
alpine meadow, in winter snowshoeing, hiking, visitor's center, gift shops, food (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
Duration: 60 minutes
6
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. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions). If you get the right conditions the pictures taken here look fake, because they are too perfect. available in the warmer months only.
Duration: 15 minutes
7
Longmire Museum
exibits
Duration: 5 minutes
8
Narada Falls
one of the most scenic things to see in the park. (subject to change based on weather and road conditions).
Duration: 20 minutes
9
Where we do hikes, take in viewpoints, gift shop
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional info
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• It is recommended to dress in layers and wear comfortable walking shoes (waterproof hiking shoes preferred, in winter boots are best). In Nov – Jun, please dress for snowy conditions. Bring a pair of extra socks
• PLEASE NOTE: You are taking a risk during the winter months. The tour route and itinerary will vary depending on the weather conditions and road closures. No refunds will be offered unless the park is closed.
• 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. No refunds will be offered unless the park is closed
• Each tour guide provides an unique experience. NO tour is the same. The days itinerary is dictated by the guide. The schedule is based off the guides experience with weather conditions and what is accessible in the park the day of your tour. Your tour guide will provide you with an outline of the day upon pick up.
• ****PLEASE check out the Mt. Rainier National Parks direct website for updated road closures - https://www.nps.gov/mora/index.htm ****
