Overview
No two tours with Evergreen Escapes are the same! Our naturalist guides craft itineraries that reflect the best of what the National Park has to offer that day. Please note that the itinerary outlined is a SAMPLE of potential destinations that could be included in the tour.
Join our naturalist guides as we dive deep into Olympic National Park’s highlights on this all-inclusive day tour. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site remarkable for its ecological diversity. Visit turquoise lakes like Lake Crescent or Quinault and explore the fern-filled forests or trek through the giant trees to hidden waterfalls.
Experience Washington's marine ecosystems with a visit the shoreline. We tailor the day based on what's best for the season, weather and group!
Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to 10 travelers. We bring a local, organic lunch to eat outside when it's nice! We also bring coffee, tea, snacks, water, and other cold beverages for the day. Don’t worry about a thing.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Snowshoe gear (during winter months). Additional warm clothing available upon request.
Olympic National Park entrance fees.
Lovely guided hikes or snowshoe (winter) treks tailored to your group. Spend lots of time outside.
Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
Lunch
Groups of 10 or fewer
Tea and coffee
Snacks
TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" professional naturalist guide.
Transportation in a newer Ford Transit van.
All-inclusive, full-day tour of Olympic National Park.
Gratuities
Breakfast
Dinner
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Pick-up and drop-off at any downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental. Our default hotel for travelers not staying downtown is the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Seattle. Give us a call and we can confirm whether your hotel is included in our pick-up zone!
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
No paper ticket required.
We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off from any downtown Seattle location (any hotel, AirBnB, apartment, etc.). If you've provided phone number or email information in your booking, we'll call/text/email the afternoon of the day prior to your tour to confirm your pick-up location and exact pick-up time.** No need to check-in before we contact you (unless you have a question, of course!).
We also pickup on Bainbridge Is. (Seaside Station) or Port Angeles (Olympic Lodge) when requested.
What to expect
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Bainbridge Island Ferry
30 min
Take an iconic ferry boat from downtown Seattle, across Puget Sound, to Bainbridge Island on the way toward Olympic National Park.
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Hood Canal Floating Bridge
30 min
Travel across the Hood Canal floating bridge.
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Olympic Peninsula
1 hour 30 min
A scenic drive from the ferry terminal toward Olympic National Park.
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Elwha Dam Removal Site
1 hour
Depending on the weather, we may visit the Elwha River ecosystem - home to the largest dam removal project on Planet Earth!
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Olympic National Park
1 hour
There isn't a gate to pass through when you enter Olympic National Park. Instead, you suddenly notice the trees are bigger, the moss is greener, and you wouldn't be surprised if Sasquatch ambled out of the forest as you pass by. Encompassing nearly 1 million miles, Olympic National Park is another world.
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Lake Crescent
1 hour 30 min
A peaceful glacial lake surrounded by towering old growth forest, Lake Crescent looks like something out of a Tolkien book.
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Marymere Falls
45 min
Peaceful nature walk to a beautiful waterfall hidden among giant old trees.
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Salt Creek Recreation Area
1 hour
Depending on the weather, we may visit the North Coast of the Olympic Peninsula for a bit of tidepooling and photography.
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Hurricane Ridge
1 hour
When conditions are right, we'll drive up to Hurricane Ridge to experience the sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains, Salish Sea, and even all the way across to Victoria and Vancouver Island.
In summer, we'll travel up to wander along the trails through the subalpine meadows and try to spot deer and marmots among the wildflowers.
In winter, (road closure and weather dependent) we'll trek along the ridge on snowshoes and experience how beautiful the change of seasons can be. -
Washington State Ferries
30 min
We'll board the ferry once again from Bainbridge Island. As we come across the Sound, the sunset lights up the Seattle Skyline to welcome you back to the city.
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Seattle
30 min
We'll drop you off back where we met you in the morning.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- This is a public small group tour. There may be other travelers on this tour with you, up to a total of 10 guests.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour
Can I cancel Best of Olympic National Park from Seattle: All-Inclusive Small-Group Day Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 12 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
Pick-up and drop-off at any downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental. Our default hotel for travelers not staying downtown is the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Seattle. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Snowshoe gear (during winter months). Additional warm clothing available upon request.
- Olympic National Park entrance fees.
- Lovely guided hikes or snowshoe (winter) treks tailored to your group. Spend lots of time outside.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
- Lunch
- Groups of 10 or fewer
- Tea and coffee
- Snacks
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bainbridge Island Ferry, Hood Canal Floating Bridge, Olympic Peninsula, Elwha Dam Removal Site, Olympic National Park, Lake Crescent, Marymere Falls, Salt Creek Recreation Area.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Evergreen Escapes Seattle
