Round-Trip Day Tour With Lunch

Seattle Round Trip：Olympic National Park 1-Day Tour runs through VIP Tour Corporation. Runs 1 day. From $178.

Overview

This one-day trip run by VIP Tour Corporation starts in Seattle with an early-morning hotel or pickup-point collection, then crosses Puget Sound by ferry to Bainbridge Island. From there the van crosses the Hood Canal Bridge and drives roughly an hour and a half to Olympic National Park, so a good chunk of the day is spent on the road before the first viewpoint appears.

The first main stop is Hurricane Ridge, where the overlook gives views across snow-capped peaks, old forest and the bay below. Afterwards the group continues to Lake Crescent, whose clear water reflects the surrounding mountains. The return leg retraces the route, with the ferry back from Bainbridge Island to Seattle and coastal scenery along the way.

The tour suits travellers who want the peninsula's headline sights in a single day without hiring a car. Transport is a business-class van with NAPPA leather seats and onboard Starlink Wi-Fi, and a set lunch, park entry and both ferry tickets are included in the price. Time at each stop is given over to sightseeing, so plan accordingly if you want longer at any one place.

What's Included

Included

Transportation to and from Seattle.
Professional driver and guide services.
Round trip Bainbridge Island ferry tickets.
Olympic National Park ticket.
Travel essentials : bottled water.
One set lunch.
Starlink network is entirely Wi-Fi enabled.
NAPPA Business Class Professional Travel Vehicles and Commercial Vehicle Insurance.
hotel or listed pickup points offered; check the live page for your hotel

Not Included

Personal expenses (such as meals, telephone bills, pay TV, laundry, drinks, personal travel and medical insurance).
Tour guide tip.
Other costs not listed in the inclusions.

Itinerary

Pickup in SeattleChoose from four pickup options: Target, Garner Hotel Auburn Seattle by IHG, Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Sea-Tac Area, or 616 6th Ave S. Departure is early in the morning.
Ferry to Bainbridge IslandBoard the ferry across Puget Sound to Bainbridge Island. Round-trip ferry tickets are included.
Drive to Olympic National ParkCross the Hood Canal Bridge and continue with approximately 1.5 hours of driving to reach the park.
Olympic National ParkSightseeing visit of 3 hours inside the park, covering the stops below.
Hurricane RidgeSightseeing at the overlook for 1.5 hours, with views of glaciers, forest and the bay.
Lake CrescentSightseeing stop of 1.5 hours at the lake, whose clear water mirrors the mountains.
Ferry back and drop-offReturn by ferry from Bainbridge Island to Seattle, then drop-off at one of the four listed locations.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points from the listing are worth knowing before you book this long day trip.

Pack light. Each person is allowed one 26-inch suitcase due to vehicle and passenger size limits. Bring your passport or ID card and some cash.
Early start. The tour departs Seattle early in the morning and your guide will contact you the day before departure, so keep your phone available. If you are arriving on a flight or cruise, tell the operator in advance so they can reach you earlier.
Mostly sightseeing. Time at Hurricane Ridge and Lake Crescent is 1.5 hours each, with the rest of the day spent on the ferry and in the van. The day is a long one, so plan for plenty of time in transit.
Group feel. The tour is limited to 10 to 14 guests for a more personalised experience. Travel is in a business-class van with leather seats and Starlink Wi-Fi throughout the journey.
Food and drink. One set lunch and bottled water are included. Other meals, drinks and personal expenses are not, so bring extra cash if you want snacks beyond what is provided.
Not allowed. Baby strollers, alcohol and drugs are not permitted, and no alcoholic drinks are allowed in the vehicle. Plan accordingly if travelling with an infant.

Common issues. It is a long day with roughly 1.5 hours of driving each way between the ferry landing and the park, plus the ferry crossings, so much of the tour is spent in transit. Strollers are not allowed, which limits suitability for some families with infants. Guide tips, extra meals, drinks and personal expenses are excluded from the price, and pickup is only offered at hotels or the four listed pickup points. Anyone on a flight or cruise the day before needs to notify the operator so contact can be made earlier.

How To Decide

Is pickup included?

Yes, hotel or listed pickup points are offered. The four listed options are Target, Garner Hotel Auburn Seattle by IHG, Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Sea-Tac Area and 616 6th Ave S. Check the live booking page to confirm your hotel is served.

What is included in the price?

Transport to and from Seattle, a professional driver and guide, round-trip Bainbridge Island ferry tickets, Olympic National Park entry, bottled water, one set lunch, Starlink Wi-Fi on board and travel in a NAPPA business-class vehicle with commercial insurance are all included. Gratuities for the guide are not included.

Is lunch included or extra?

One set lunch is included, along with bottled water. Any other meals, drinks, telephone bills, laundry and personal expenses are at your own cost.

How big is the group?

The tour is limited to between 10 and 14 guests. Each person is allowed one 26-inch suitcase because of vehicle and passenger size limits.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Outside that window the listing does not state terms, so check the booking page before reserving.

Is it suitable for children or people with limited mobility?

Baby strollers are not allowed on the tour, which affects families with infants. The listing does not state mobility accommodations, so contact the operator through the booking page with any specific needs before booking.