Leavenworth & Snoqualmie Falls tour: Cascade hike included

A full Cascade loop: mountain forest, alpine village, and two waterfalls in nine hours

This guided tour from Seattle takes you through the Cascade Mountains to Leavenworth, a Bavarian village built in 1885, with stops at Deception Falls (a 0.6-mile hike through the forest to see the upper and lower cascades) and Snoqualmie Falls, a 270-foot waterfall near the historic town of Snoqualmie. The day ends at Borst Lake, where Mount Si often reflects in the water. A live English-speaking guide leads the route. The vehicle is air-conditioned and bottled water is provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Cascades and Snoqualmie Falls

• Drive to Deception Falls
• Hike 0.6 miles to see falls
• Explore Leavenworth village
• Drive to Snoqualmie Falls
• View Borst Lake and Mount Si
• Return to Seattle

The experience

The tour leaves Seattle heading east into the Cascade Mountain Range. Your first stop is Deception Falls, where you'll hike 0.6 miles through the forest to reach both the upper and lower falls. The trail is short enough to fit into the day's rhythm without eating up hours, and the forest canopy and the sound of the water give you a sense of what the Cascades hold before you reach the main attractions.

From there, you drive to Leavenworth, the alpine Bavarian village that sits in central Washington's mountains. You'll have a few hours to walk around on your own: time to browse the shops, grab a bite, and get a feel for the place without a guide narrating every storefront. Leavenworth is built around the architecture and aesthetic of a Bavarian town, so the village itself is the draw here, not a single landmark you tick off.

The route then takes you to Snoqualmie Falls, which drops 270 feet and sits near the historic town of Snoqualmie. After you've seen the falls, the tour wraps with a stop at Borst Lake, where Mount Si, a prominent peak in the region, is often mirrored in the water on clear days. You'll return to downtown Seattle with the day's three main stops behind you.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle throughout the day.
• bottled water.
• live English-speaking guide.
• 0.6-mile forest hike to Deception Falls.
• a few hours of free time to explore Leavenworth on your own.
• views of Snoqualmie Falls and Borst Lake with Mount Si.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (2 to 12 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by WOW Nature Tours - Susan Hill

Is this one for you?The day runs nine hours with a short forest hike built in, so you're moving between stops and spending time on your feet, not sitting on a coach the whole time. If you want to see multiple Cascade landmarks without renting a car or navigating mountain roads yourself, the fixed itinerary and guided route handle the logistics.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (2 to 12 years); Infant (under 2).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the hike at Deception Falls like?

The hike to Deception Falls is 0.6 miles through the forest, leading to both an upper and lower cascade. It's a short walk, not a full backcountry trek, and it fits into the day without requiring serious hiking experience or gear.

How much time do I get to spend in Leavenworth?

You'll have a few hours to explore Leavenworth on your own. The village is small and walkable, so that window is enough to see the Bavarian architecture, shop, and eat without feeling rushed or stuck waiting around.

Is Snoqualmie Falls worth the drive from Seattle?

Snoqualmie Falls is 270 feet tall and sits near the historic town of Snoqualmie, making it one of the region's most recognizable waterfalls. The tour also includes Borst Lake and views of Mount Si, so you're seeing multiple Cascade landmarks in one day rather than making separate trips.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, a live English-speaking guide, and bottled water. Lunch is not included, so you can eat in Leavenworth during your free time there.

Is the Deception Falls hike accessible year-round?

Deception Falls is not accessible from December 2025 to March 2026 due to road damage from flooding. During those months, the tour will skip that stop and focus on Leavenworth and Snoqualmie Falls instead.