Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Description
Hike to the top at Watchman Peak Trailhead Explore the trails on Wizard Island Walk down to Cleetwood Cove Trail View the Phantom Ship from Sun Notch Trailhead Admire wildflowers at Castle Crest Garden WHAT TO EXPECT Begin your journey at Rim Village, marvelling at Crater Lake's vastness and learning about its volcanic origins. Venture by boat to Wizard Island, hike to its summit and enjoy stunning panoramic views. Hike the Watchman Peak Trailhead for a scenic overview of the lake and surrounding forests. Capture breathtaking scenes at Merriam Point and explore the contrasting landscapes at Llao Rock, illustrating the volcanic forces at play. Descend the Cleetwood Cove Trail, the sole legal route to the lake's shores, for a close encounter with its pristine waters. Ascend to Cloudcap Overlook for expansive views, then discover Pumice Castle's unique geological features. Pause at Phantom Ship Overlook to see the natural rock formation and continue to Sun Notch Trailhead for an iconic view of the Phantom Ship against the lake's deep blue waters. Drive to Applegate Peak for extensive views of the park and beyond. Visit Vidae Falls for a serene experience among cascading waters and lush greenery. Conclude at Castle Crest Wildflower Garden, a vibrant display of native flora, rounding off your tour with a picturesque and educational journey through one of America’s most iconic natural wonders.
Location Map
Highlights
- Food and drinks;
- Entrance fees;
Exclusions
- Audio-guided tour;
- Downloadable APP;
- Digital guidebook;
Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
