Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour
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Seattle, USA
- 12 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Have the special chance to explore Olympic National Park with a naturalist guide—and make your sightseeing logistics smooth and hassle-free—on this full-day, small-group tour from Seattle. With round-trip transit from your downtown hotel, getting to the UNESCO–listed park is made simple. From beaches to mountains to forests and beyond, experience the best of this spectacular landscape, seeing and doing more with your guide than you could alone.
- Get more out of Olympic National Park when you explore with a naturalist
- The itinerary is tailored to the seasons and local weather conditions
- This small-group tour ensures a personal, hands-on experience
- Round-trip transit, meals, specialty gear, and more all provided
What's Included
- All-inclusive, full-day tour of Olympic National Park.
- TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" professional naturalist guide.
- Lovely guided hikes or snowshoe (winter) treks tailored to your group. Spend lots of time outside.
- Coffee and/or TeaMorning local coffee, plus cocoa and tea options with local pastry snacks
- LunchSeasonal local lunch! We'll find a quiet spot outside for a picnic and views.
- SnacksLots of snacks, sparkling water, and water provided.
- Transportation in a newer Ford Transit van.
- Snowshoe gear (during winter months). Additional warm clothing available upon request.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
- Olympic National Park entrance fees.
- Groups of 10 or fewer
- Gratuities
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Start time.7:30 am
Itinerary
After morning pickup at your hotel in downtown Seattle, climb into your spacious vehicle and begin the journey to Olympic National Park with your guide and small group. Start with a ferry trip across Puget Sound to Bainbridge Island, where the journey begins.
The park features snow-covered mountains, temperate rainforests, and the majestic Pacific coastline. There are remote beaches, plus the country’s oldest forests and one of Washington’s most dramatic mountain ranges. The Olympic Peninsula is home to some of the greatest wilderness left in the United States, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy short, interpretive nature walks throughout the day. If there is enough snow for snowshoeing, the guide will bring all the necessary equipment. Itineraries vary based on conditions and which sights are at their best during your visit.
In between your sightseeing stops and hiking, enjoy a freshly prepared, organic picnic lunch. Beverages are also provided along the way.
Weather permitting, drive up to Hurricane Ridge for mountain views and spot wildlife and waterfalls along the scenic routes. Visit the pristine waters of Lake Crescent in the northern foothills of the Olympic Mountains. You may also spend more time among the forests and waterfalls of the Elwha Valley.
Finally, after a full day of sightseeing, return to Seattle.
The park features snow-covered mountains, temperate rainforests, and the majestic Pacific coastline. There are remote beaches, plus the country’s oldest forests and one of Washington’s most dramatic mountain ranges. The Olympic Peninsula is home to some of the greatest wilderness left in the United States, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy short, interpretive nature walks throughout the day. If there is enough snow for snowshoeing, the guide will bring all the necessary equipment. Itineraries vary based on conditions and which sights are at their best during your visit.
In between your sightseeing stops and hiking, enjoy a freshly prepared, organic picnic lunch. Beverages are also provided along the way.
Weather permitting, drive up to Hurricane Ridge for mountain views and spot wildlife and waterfalls along the scenic routes. Visit the pristine waters of Lake Crescent in the northern foothills of the Olympic Mountains. You may also spend more time among the forests and waterfalls of the Elwha Valley.
Finally, after a full day of sightseeing, return to Seattle.
1
Bainbridge Island Ferry
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hood Canal Floating Bridge (Pass By)
2
Olympic Peninsula
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Elwha Dam Removal Site
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Olympic National Park (Pass By)
4
Lake Crescent
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Marymere Falls
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Salt Creek Recreation Area
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
7
Hurricane Ridge
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
8
Washington State Ferries
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Seattle (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- If you have a dietary restriction, please inform us 48 hours before your tour departure
- This is a sample itinerary - depending on the season or conditions, your guide may visit an entirely different part of the Park
- All travelers must be 10 years or older to join this tour.
- Water-resistant or waterproof shoes are required on this tour from November through April. Reach out to us for rental options.
- This is a public small group tour. There may be other travelers on this tour with you, up to a total of 10 guests.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Q:How do I arrange pickup for the Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour?
A:We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off wherever you’re staying in downtown Seattle – hotels, Airbnbs, vacation rentals, a private home, etc. Our operations team will connect with you 24 hours prior to your trip to confirm the time and location.
Mar 2021
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Alex did a great job. She is very knowledgeable and passionate about Olympic National Park and the surrounding area. We saw very beautiful scenery and learned so much about the area. I want to do this trip again!
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This tour was wonderful and everything I had hoped it would be. Chris was our driver and tour guide; he did not disappoint! He is very knowledgeable and knows the various locations he took us to inside and out. You definitely cannot go wrong with Chris at the helm. The assorted snacks and lunch were delicious! I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see and learn more about this beautiful NP!
We had the best time! We were promptly picked up by our guide Brent in a very clean transport van. Our adventure was amazing. We hiked, we laughed, we learned so very much. If you are on the fence DO IT!! Perfect scenery and absolutely perfect company.
Max, our tour guide, was an excellent guide. His knowledge of the area was top notch. He did an amazing job sharing his expertise with us throughout our journey .We highly recommend Max and Evergreen Escapes tours.
Wonderful all-day tour with a small group and beautiful scenery. A special thank you to the mother and daughter who made the day so enjoyable, and especially to Marty, our fantastic tour guide. He was knowledgeable, friendly, patient, and made the entire experience fun and memorable. I truly enjoyed every moment and would highly recommend this tour!
Guide was very knowledgeable and kind, the lunch was delicious. I would recommend and will be taking other tours.
Our tour guide Max was fantastic. We enjoyed our day with a 10 and 13 yr old! Lunch was surprisingly delicious and the van was very clean and comfortable.
It was amazing experience wonderful guide everything was beautiful would recommend this trip to everyone
This is a long day but an efficient way to see numerous sights. Well worth it! It would be hard to replicate this on your own so let someone else worry with the ferry schedule, the driving, and food! Very attentive to comfort and the food. Lunch and snacks were delicious and plentiful.
These tours are run by independent providers, and their idea of an itinerary isn't always the same as what Viator shows on it's website. Stops may not be the same. If there are certain must see locations on the itinerary that convince you to take the tour, be forewarned that they aren't guaranteed.
This tour doesn't go to the rainforest or beach areas of the park. The name "Olympic National Park Highlights" is misleading. Places like the Hoh Rainforest and Rialto Beach, which are definitely highlights of this park are not visited.
Our family had an amazing trip today to the Olympic National Park. Our guide was Marty and we throughly enjoyed the day with him. He was friendly, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. In addition the company communicated exceptionally throughout the booking process and they were able to tailor the tour for our needs. The day will be a memory that we cherish forever. The ferry ride over, time on hurricane ridge, the waterfall and crescent lake are more beautiful than I could have imagined.
Claire was a great guide! She went above and beyond.. She gave us so many facts about the history of the beautiful Olympic National Park. Highly recommend..
We had a great experience with Evergreen Escapes at Mount Rainier, so we booked a second tour with them to Olympic National Park and this experience was also fantastic. Our Naturalist guide was Gia Le. She picked us up at the designated time from our hotel. The van was clean and stocked with food and drinks (water, juice). Gia was very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. We first took the Bainbridge Ferry from Seattle, then drove through a floating bridge to the entrance of the Olympic NP where we stopped for coffee and breakfast cake. Then we took a scenic drive up to the Hurricane Ridge. It was very beautiful there and we even took a hike to the top of the viewpoint. After spending good time we took a drive to Salt Creek Recreation Area where we had a delicious lunch, and sepnt a few minutes by the tidepool. The water views were great. From there we went to Lake Crescent and did a hike in the old growth forest (it was so nice there). Olympic NP is an amazing place where you get to see mountains, water bodies, lakes as well as old growth forest.
After spending a good time through the day we drive back to Bainbridge and took the scenic ferry back to Seattle. Gia dropped us off at the requested drop-off point. One thing we really appreciated about Evergreen Escapes is their small-group approach. Gia took everyone's expectations into account while planning the day. We wish her the best and we will definitely consider another tour with Evergreen Escapes in future.
5 Stars – Another Outstanding Day with Evergreen Escapes
After having such an amazing experience with Evergreen Escapes at Mount Rainier earlier in the week, we booked a second tour with them to Olympic National Park—and somehow they exceeded our expectations again.
Our guide for this trip was Claire, and she was absolutely fantastic. With a background in Marine Biology and Environmental Science, she brought so much depth to everything we saw throughout the day. It wasn't just a sightseeing tour; it felt like getting a personal lesson from an expert who was genuinely passionate about the region. Whether we were driving through the park, hiking through the forest, or taking in the mountain views, Claire was constantly sharing interesting information about the ecosystems, wildlife, geology, and history of the area.
We visited Hurricane Ridge, explored beautiful old-growth forests, and enjoyed some incredible scenery throughout the day. One thing we really appreciate about Evergreen Escapes is their small-group approach. Because the groups are small, there's flexibility to adapt the day based on weather conditions, timing, and the interests of the guests.
At the start of the tour, Claire asked if there were any specific places people wanted to see. I had seen photos online of a beautiful spot along the water and showed them to her, not really expecting anything to come of it. To my surprise, she immediately recognized the location and knew exactly where the photos had been taken.
Even better, after we completed everything already planned on the itinerary, Claire realized that spot was nearby and found a way to fit it into our day. She took us there, pointed out the best areas to explore, and gave us time to enjoy it on our own. It ended up being one of my favorite stops of the entire trip.
What impressed me most was that Claire didn't just drive us from place to place—she truly listened to what the group was interested in and went the extra mile to make the experience special. Everyone in our group loved the additional stop, and her knowledge and enthusiasm made every location even more memorable.
After two tours with Evergreen Escapes in the same week, I can confidently say this is one of the best tour companies we've ever traveled with. Their guides are knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely invested in making sure guests have an incredible experience.
A huge thank-you to Claire and the entire Evergreen Escapes team. If you're visiting Seattle and considering a trip to Olympic National Park, don't hesitate to book with them—you'll see amazing places, learn a tremendous amount, and come away with memories you'll never forget.
It was an amazing tour from start to finish. Lindsay was very knowledgeable and showed us all the good spots. Would definitely recommend!
We had a great trip to Olympic National Park with Gia. She was very friendly and open to adjusting the itinerary to suit everyone’s preferences while keeping within the time we had available. This was our first group tour but it won’t be our last!
Really enjoyed this very personalized trip. Our guide Claire was amazing. We learned a lot and enjoyed the day thoroughly!
What a fantastic day! My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour in late May 2026. Our guide was Lindsay, who was amazing - wonderfully upbeat and engaging, he kept our group on track so that we could explore several different environments of Olympic National Park while never making us feel rushed. I don't know how he keeps so much information in his head, but truly there wasn't a question about the history of the area, the fauna and flora, or life in the Pacific Northwest that he couldn't answer! While there was a lot of time in the van, the scenery was beautiful and Lindsay kept us well entertained; and each of our stops was stunning. Was also fun to ride the ferry and we enjoyed a delicious lunch surrounded by trees and bird song. I know the park really requires at least several days to fully experience all it has to offer, but this one-day trip provided a fantastic taste. So if your time is limited, highly recommend this tour. ... Thanks Lindsay!
Matthew was a wonderful guide. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and willing to meet any needs or requests of the tour group. I am not a person who typically enjoys nature related activities but wanted to try something new. This trip changed my perspective on National Parks and outdoor tours. The lunch was wonderful along with drinks and snacks provided. A wonderful tour that allowed us to just enjoy the day without the planning. Matthew has a gift for leading these tours. Thank you!
Had the best time with Claire. The tour was well organised, and she kept the group engaged and informed through constantly sharing interesting bits and anecdotes. We covered a bunch of spots through the day and used the time effectively without making things feel rushed. Would absolutely recommend to someone who wants the diverse Olympic experience in a day!
Well planned and informative! The guide brought a homemade, healthy lunch for everyone. Guide also provided a couple of surprise attractions that were great! He was well versed in history, geology and nature/botany! Great engaging energy all day!
Gia picked me up on time in a nice, clean van. She was very cheerful, friendly, knowledgeable, courteous as well as a good driver. She picked up three other people and we all got along very well. Gia engaged all of us in conversations. She knew the route to Olympic NP and made enough comfort stops. The food she brought was excellent, we had a nice picnic in a camping area along the ocean. Hurricane Ridge was spectacular and we had enough time to gaze at the magnificent mountain range. It was a full day adventure.
Well worth every dollar. Calvin Moe was knowledgable, humorous and took really great care of us. He took us to see some amazing sights, snacks were varied and tasty, and the provided lunch was delicious and eaten in an absolutely gorgeous setting. I cannot say enough good things about this tour. My wife and I had the best time and were pleasantly surprised with how wonderful this tour was. 5 plus stars for sure.
On the positive side, We saw some beautiful old-growth forests, and Calvin did a great job as our guide! On the neutral to negative, it was a long van ride, and there isn’t very much hiking involved at all.
My mom and dad (both above 70 years old) went on this tour and loved it! Calvin was their guide and he was extremely helpful and courteous towards them.
Gia was an awesome tour guide. We were able to experience all of the most Scenic views within the Olympic national park. My family had a memorable day that they will not forget .
Brent Mathis was a great guide. He was knowledgeable and enthusiastic and accommodating. He a genuine desire to please.
One of the highlights of my trip to the Pacific Northwest was an incredible guided tour of Olympic National Park with our fantastic guide, Brent. His knowledge and passion for the park made the experience even more memorable.
Throughout the day, we explored the diverse beauty that makes Olympic National Park so unique. We wandered through fascinating tide pools teeming with life, admired the crystal-clear waters of Lake Crescent, visited the powerful Elwha River, and enjoyed the peaceful beauty of Madison Creek Falls.
The grand finale was Hurricane Ridge, where we were treated to breathtaking mountain views and some amazing wildlife sightings. We spotted black-tailed deer, marmots, and even a black bear in its natural habitat—an experience I'll never forget.
Olympic National Park is truly a place where mountains, forests, rivers, and coastline come together in a way that feels almost magical. I left with a full camera roll, tired legs, and a heart full of gratitude for the opportunity to experience such an incredible corner of our country.
I enjoyed my tour. But I wish we could’ve done more walking. Regardless of that I enjoy my tour and had a really good tour guide.
Gia was so great! Very attentive, knowledgeable, accommodating, and friendly. She knew a lot about Seattle too! Very happy with the tour ☺️
Our naturalist guide, Brent, was super knowledgeable about a broad spectrum of the history, flora and fauna of the park and it's surrounding area. He was very friendly and easy to talk to, as was the naturalist in training, Gia who was shadowing during our tour. In the time we had, we covered large swaths of Olympic NP. Hurricane ridge was magnificent, but, for me, the trails through the old growth forest felt like being transported to a different world and time. I would recommend to anyone looking to explore the park.
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