Mt. Rainier Day Tour from Seattle
Overview
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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 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. No two tours are the same! Your guide will provide the best tour available on any given day.
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.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please contact local service provider to arrange pickup from a nearby location after you have received your confirmation
Tour cannot pickup from hotels or private residences
Enjoy lunch at a Mt. Rainier cafe or buy a picnic lunch at our grocery store stop (own expense)
Layered clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended (temperatures can vary from rainy and cold to sunny and hot in a single day)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Traffic and road conditions may alter tour route
Please allow up to 11 hours for pickup and drop-off service
We may ask that you walk a couple blocks for pickup or drop off due to traffic or road conditions
This tour does not have storage space for luggage, strollers or wheelchairs without advance arrangements
Ongoing construction at Mt Rainier National Park may cause tour delays
The seasons and weather play a big role in what is available and accessible at Mt Rainier National Park. Tours mid-October through early May will be limited in number of stops & services available.
November 12 - Spring 2026: Paradise is only accessible based on road conditions day-of
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Snowshoes provided complimentary when conditions allow
Local, professional guide
All Fees and Taxes
Transportation by air-conditioned mini coach bus
Cooler with ice will be be provided inside the bus to keep any perishable items chilled
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)
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
Hotel pick up
Children under 5 not allowed
Itinerary below is a sample; stops are not guaranteed
What To Expect
Mount Rainier
Usual stops in the park are old growth forests, waterfall stops, several different photo stops, scenic views, and Paradise Visitor Center.
Longmire
Longmire, home to the original park headquarters & more recently, the National Park Inn, Longmire museum & Wilderness Information Center, is a popular stop on all tours. Opportunity for restrooms, short hikes & photos here.
Options
6:55am MoPop Pickup
Meeting Location: This meeting location is our MoPop/Seattle Center pickup, located at 325 5th Ave N, Seattle.
Starting point:
325 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98105, USA
7:45AM Urban Coffeehouse
This meeting location is our Urban Coffeehouse pickup, located at 1900 4th Avenue. Please wait on the 4th Avenue side.
Starting point:
1900 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
7:55AM MoPop
7:55AM MoPop Meeting Location: This meeting location is our MoPop/Seattle Center pickup, located at 325 5th Ave N, Seattle.
Starting point:
325 5th Ave N, Seattle, WA 98105, USA
6:45am Urban Coffeehouse
Meeting Location: This meeting location is our Urban Coffeehouse pickup, located at 1900 4th Avenue. Please wait on the 4th Avenue side.
Starting point:
1900 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
6:35am Seattle Library Pickup
Meeting Location: This meeting location is our Seattle Public Library pickup, located at 1000 4th Ave Seattle, WA. Wait on the 4th Avenue side.
Starting point:
Seattle Public Library - Central Library, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
7:15A SeaTac Matt Griffin YCMA
Meet Location: Please meet at the Matt Griffin YMCA by 7:15am for this pickup. Parking is complimentary for guests in the lot on the left.
Starting point:
3595 S 188th St, SeaTac, WA 98188, USA
7:35AM Seattle Public Library
7:35AM: Seattle Public Library: This meeting location is our Seattle Public Library pickup, located at 1000 4th Ave Seattle, WA. Wait on the 4th Avenue side.
Starting point:
Seattle Public Library - Central Library, 1000 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, USA
Reviews
1,816 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour
Julie Y,
Oct 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00John was a fantastic tour guide. We loved being driven and stopping at all the perfect spots to enjoy all of Seattle towards Mt. Rainer. It was a perfect clear day! I highly recommend this tour. Well worth the money!!
Don’t go after 0ct 24
Stephanie H,
Oct 26, 2025
- Viator
1.00Drove to the Longmire gate and it was closed. We sat at the entrance for 3.5 hours in the parking lot. Went on a hike to pass the time. Ate grocery store food from one stop. Second stop was to get get hot chocolate. Wasn’t from gov’t shutdown so don’t go there. The restaurant and gift shop sure had enough employees. The sign clearly said on Oct 24 the gate closes at 4 pm and will reopen daily if weather permits. The tour agency should know if it will not open and have alternative plan. They didn’t have to pay entrance fee nor gas to drive anywhere but 1 mile max into park and refused any refund. 11/11 people on our bus wasted $180 each.
Definitely worth looking...
Abigail W,
Oct 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Definitely worth looking into if you’re in the Seattle area! Pickup was very convenient and clearly communicated which I really appreciated. Extremely well organized! Andreas was knowledgeable and personable, too.
An Unforgettable Mount Rainier Experience – Don’t Overthink It, Just Go!
Liudmila M,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was my first time visiting Seattle, and I chose this tour to experience the natural beauty of the area and the energy of the mountains and evergreen forests. The trip turned out to be a truly restorative experience. Our guide, Ken, was excellent—very knowledgeable and engaging. (My apologies if I’ve remembered the name incorrectly.) I learned a great deal about Seattle, Mount Rainier, and the local ecosystem. It was a thoughtful and informative tour. Ken’s years of experience were evident in the way he planned the day, taking us to the best available spots despite the region’s unpredictable weather. The mini van was comfortable, water was provided, and I appreciated Ken’s calm and confident driving, which made the journey smooth and pleasant. The scenery was breathtaking—majestic mountains, serene forests, and a sense of peace that’s hard to put into words. I highly recommend visiting this beautiful place and taking time to simply be present with nature.
Great Trip
Rayla E,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a wonderful trip to Mt. Rainier. Our tour guide, Ken, was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was such a wonderful experience from beginning to end and I’d highly recommend checking this tour out.
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