Mt. Rainier Tour Itinerary
Pickup @ 7:00 AM
Tour begins in a 23 passenger mini coach as we get an early morning start to start the day. Your knowledgable guide will share information throughout the trip to prepare you for your Mt. Rainier visit. After a timely restroom stop, your first nature stop will be at Longmire where you'll have the opportunity to step out into the fresh mountain air and start a day that will be truly memorable. Should you choose, you can hike the Trail of the Shadows, a leisurely 0.7-mile loop through old growth forest and meadows.
Paradise Lodge
Paradise is famous for its glorious views and wildflower meadows. When James Longmire's daughter-in-law, Martha, first saw this site, she exclaimed, "Oh, what a paradise!" And what a paradise it is. Here you will have adequate time to enjoy lunch and spend time hiking at a leisurely pace throughout the lodge area. Bring your binoculars, and you might even see climbers as they hike towards the Muir base camp on their way to the 14,410' summit. You will have ample time to enjoy Mother Nature whether it is a simple stroll on nice pathways or a more vigorous hike around Paradise Lodge.
Falls viewpoints
Mt. Rainier is known for its splendor for not only the mountain but for its majestic waterfalls. During your Mt. Rainier visit us, you'll also have the opportunity to see and stop at waterfalls including Christine Falls. With the magnificent stone bridge framing the cascading water, you'll come to enjoy the beauty of the alpine wilderness and the brilliance of Mt. Rainier National Park. Your guide will even show you a unique photo tip to get your best waterfall photo.
Reflection Lake
One of the most beautiful lakes to photograph in the United States is Reflection Lake. Mt. Rainier sits directly behind the lake, and weather permitting, you'll have an opportunity to create a memorable photo on your trip with us. We'll give you ample time to get your "Bucket Shot" photo, and your guide will help to get the best group photo to remember your day with us.
Perfect End to Day
After your time at Mt. Rainier National Park, we begin the relaxing drive back to Seattle, passing through quiet rural communities, open farmland, forested hillsides, and classic Pacific Northwest scenery. It is a peaceful way to wind down after a day in one of Washington's most iconic landscapes. Disclaimer: This Mt. Rainier tour is provided in partnership with an affiliatted tour company. While Shutter Tours helps connect our guests with this experience, the tour itself is operated by our trusted tour partner, including transportation, guiding, and itinerary management.
Frequently Asked Questions on the Mt. Rainier Tour
- Departure Location
- Meet your tour guide at the Hyatt Regency Seattle at 808 Howell Street no later than 7:00 AM. The bus pickup point is on the west side (8th Avenue) of the hotel at the charter bus loading zone.
- 7 AM Departure ?
- Mt Rainier is the most visited natural location in Washington State with over 2 million visitors each year. By getting an early start we can stay ahead of the crowds and other tour buses and have you back in Seattle by dinner time.
- Dates for the tours
- This tour runs year round
- What are the costs?
- The cost is $210.41 + Taxes and fees per person with discounts children.
- Do you offer hotel pickups?
- Although we don't offer direct hotel pickups for this tour, we have 3 convenient pickup locations within a short walk of most downtown hotels Seattle Public Library: 1000 4th Ave Seattle, WA (Pickup is 25 minutes before tour start time) Urban Coffeehouse (Midtown): 1900 4th Ave Seattle, WA in front of the Urban Yoga Spa (Pickup is 15 minutes before tour start time) MoPop Pickup: 325 5th Ave N Seattle, WA (Pickup is 5 minutes before tour start time)
- What will the weather be like at Mt. Rainier
- Weather on Mt. Rainier is pretty unpredictable, but generally warm and in the 70's in the summer. As we get closer to fall, the weather gets cooler and some chances of rain, which may obscure viewing of the mountain.
- What should we wear?
- It's best to look at the Mt. Rainier weather forcast the day before, but we suggest multiple layers as it can be chilly in the morning and shorts like weather in the afternoon during mid summer. Also wear good walking shoes or boots to make your day with us mor ecomfortable (this is not the place to wear high heels to look fashionable).
- Will children enjoy this tour?
- Children under 5 are not permitted on this tour, but for those 5 and older, this might be one of the highlights of their trips to Seattle. Oftentimes there are still small patches of snow to play in and the opportunity to see wildlife can be a real treat. For infants, we do not have car seats available and higher elevations may cause pressure in their ears. Please call us if you have questions in this regard.
- Do you offer any group discounts on this tour?
- Please contact Terry at 425-516-8838 for group discount information.
- Do you provide lunch?
- Lunch is not provided, and we suggest you bring along a snack or eat a late breakfast. Coffee and lunches are available to purchase at Paradise Lodge.
- How long is the tour?
- We depart Seattle at 7:00 AM and arrive back between 6:30-7:00 PM just in time for dinner.
- What about wheelchairs and walkers?
- We can accommodate foldable wheelchairs and walkers for those that are ambulatory and can board the bus with minimal assistance. We are unable to accommodate motorized wheelchairs as the bus is not equipped with a ramp. Please call 425-516-8838 if you need clarification.
- Our Cancellation Policy
- We know that travel plans can change unexpectedly. For our regular tours, cancellations made at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the tour start time are non-refundable.
- Disclaimer
- This Mt. Rainier tour is provided in partnership with Tours Northwest. While Shutter Tours helps connect our guests with this experience, the tour itself is operated by Tours Northwest, including transportation, guiding, and itinerary management.
