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15 Best Day Trips from Seattle

The day trips from Seattle: Bavarian-built Leavenworth in the mountains, Victoria by ferry across the strait or Vancouver up the interstate. Three countries’ worth of scenery from one base.

1.Leavenworth Exclusive Tour from Seattle

Discover the scenic charm of Leavenworth on this guided day trip from Seattle, featuring Bavarian-inspired town exploration, stunning waterfalls, and memorable stops.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“The driver was very communicative and professional. A group of 8 of us did not make it to Leavenworth because the road was closed for 90 minutes due to a car accident. Not the tour company fault. It was a beautiful, scenic drive.”

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2.Victoria, BC Roundtrip Ferry Day Trip

Discover the convenience and charm of a day trip from Seattle to Victoria by high-speed ferry. Enjoy scenic views, onboard amenities, and authentic city experiences.

“Our experience was fantastic. At the ferry, Hank was very nice and helpful. He took the time to make us feel comfortable. Always friendly and with a smile.”

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3.Seattle: Guided Day Trip to Vancouver

Discover Vancouver's top sights from Seattle with this guided day trip featuring Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, and optional FlyOver Canada experience for a full, hassle-free adventure.

★ 4.5

“Generally the sites chosen were amazing. Ryan was an excellent Host / Guide. Great communication and updates from the moment the reservation was confirmed. He was punctual and the time for each activity / site was perfectly managed. He was also engaging and knowledgeable providing…”

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4.Snoqualmie Falls and Leavenworth Day Tour from Seattle

Discover Washington’s natural beauty and Bavarian charm on this day trip from Seattle visiting Snoqualmie Falls and Leavenworth, with guided transport and free time to explore.

★ 4.5

“The falls were beautiful and we had a good amount of time there. Leavenworth is a quaint little German town. Lots of cool shops and restaurants and ample time to look around. Our guide Jennifer was very friendly and knowledgeable. The only suggestion I would…”

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5.Seattle, WA to Victoria, BC High-Speed Passenger Ferry: ONE-WAY

Experience a scenic, high-speed ferry from Seattle to Victoria, with onboard amenities, stunning views, and easy access to city attractions, all in about three hours.

★ 4.0

“This was my first time on a ferry like this. It was much different than I thought - in a good way. It was interesting to learn about the different types of seating. I didn’t have a good picture in my head of what I…”

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6.From Seattle: Day Trip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

Discover the charm of Victoria, BC, with this scenic day trip from Seattle by high-speed ferry. Enjoy stunning views, free time, and onboard amenities in 13.5 hours.

★ 4.5

“Very comfortable transportation with wonderful service on board and a variety of menu options. Visiting the city of Victoria, BC was a wonderful experience for a day trip. Beautiful city.”

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7.Luxury Leavenworth Day Trip through the Cascade Mountains

Discover the stunning Cascade Mountains on a private 9-hour luxury day trip from Seattle to Leavenworth, featuring waterfalls, mountain vistas, and charming Bavarian town charm.

★ 5.0

“Cheryl's Northwest Tours, LLC was outstanding. From the contact for information prior to arriving for the tour to the drop off back to our room. Cheryl was very personable and friendly, very knowledgeable about the history of our tour. The sceneries were breath taking. We…”

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10.Leavenworth and North Cascades Sightseeing Tour

Discover the scenic beauty of Leavenworth and the North Cascades on this guided day trip from Seattle, featuring picturesque stops, alpine views, and local charm.

★ 4.0

“Kyle, our guide, was great! Very friendly and was a good driver too. Great communication at all times and my friend and I had a lot of fun and had plenty of time to see/do everything.”

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11.Explore Leavenworth from Seattle in a small group

Discover Leavenworth from Seattle on a small-group tour featuring scenic drives, local wines, Bavarian charm, and seasonal attractions like sleigh rides and Snoqualmie Falls.

★ 3.5

“Overall are places around town, Pleasant Hills and People as well. A lot of stores, very calm and most especially our tourist guides who’s very friendly and helpful guiding us.”

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15.Full Day Private Tour of Vancouver BC Canada from Seattle

Discover Vancouver on a private day trip from Seattle, exploring mountains, islands, and iconic parks with personalized guides and flexible stops.

★ 4.5

“It was a fantastic experience! Our tour guide, Mr. Roman, was extremely personable and accommodating. He stopped for us along the 3 hr drive as needed, and made the trip very pleasant. Would highly recommend.”

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