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Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

Overview

Discover the natural sights and scenery surrounding the Blue Ridge Parkway in Great Smoky Mountain National Park in an active way on a hiking tour with transport through the mountains from Asheville. You'll drive through some beautiful mountain scenery on the way visit three waterfalls and two protected forests . IMPORTANT Before booking this tour please know that we will be walking approximately 3 miles on the hiking portion of this tour over 2 hours at pace of about 1 1/2 miles per hour, including stops at the falls and you should feel comfortable walking this distance before making a booking. Snacks, drinks, and hotel pickup and drop-off by small-group vehicle (all window seats) are included. Tour is limited to seven people for a more personalized experience. Alternate tour routes are taken when the Blue Ridge Parkway is closed.
Departure between 8:00 am and 8:20 am at your area hotel within 3 miles of City Center. An exact time will be provided by test the day before your tour

City: Asheville

Sat 11 Jan

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Starting at $97.00

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Sat 11 Jan

Starting at $97.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off within 3-miles of city center

Driver/guide

Drink and snack

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum of 2 people per booking required
Maximum of 7 people per tour
Not suitable for participants who have had a knee or hip replacement within the last year
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
Hike is at a comfortable pace for approximately 3.0 miles about 1 1/2 miles per hour for hiking portion of the tour
Operates in most weather conditions; please dress appropriately
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

Blue Ridge Parkway

Your tour begins with pickup from your Asheville area hotel or accommodation by an air-conditioned van, which has all captains chairs for the drive to and along the Blue Ridge Parkway when open, which is also Great Smoky Mountain National Park an American treasure well known for its scenic beauty and remarkable mountain views. Sit back , relax and enjoy this stunning drive to our first waterfall in Pisgah National Forest before traveling a short distance to visit two more falls in a beautiful state forest. Along the way you'll listen to interesting stories about the rich history of the area that has been attracting people to the area for generations from your local Asheville guide. Wear comfortable shoes or hiking boots for the easy to moderate hiking portion of the tour. You should feel comfortable walking approximately 3.5 miles at one time during the hiking portion of the tour with stops along the way that will allow you time to enjoy falls, a snack and drink that is provided. Bring a small day pack if you have one. Safety is always a priority! After hiking, your tour concludes with transport back to your hotel, leaving you the rest of the afternoon to enjoy at your leisure.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (406)

Susan E

Apr 2017

My husband and I wanted to see the waterfalls and beautiful mountains of the Blue Ridge. We used this tour and Keith did not disappoint. Picked up from our hotel,driven through the Blue Ridge Highway with a lot of fun stories about the area! The hike was fun, not too difficult and the scenery was breathtaking!

wblocus

Apr 2017

Kieth was an excellent tour host and guide. This was Erica's and myself first trip to Asheville for pleasure and relaxation. We were also celebrating our birthdays! We really didn't know what all to expect from the trip and hiking, but were comforted by Keith's overview of how the day would proceed. He also made certain that we understood distance and things of that nature before leaving hotel. We were picked up on time! The van was comfortable and clean! Kieth was very knowledgeable about the history of the city and land. It was really great to hear how things got up an running in the region. The trails were walked at a comfortable speed. Navigation of the trails were great and viewing of waterfalls were more than we bargained for. I really cant say enough about this tour to do it justice. This will definitely be on the top of our list for the next visit. If you are in town and want to have some fun hiking trials and capturing moments at waterfalls, do not hesitate to book a tour with Tumblestone Tours and Transportation! There is no better way to spend your time or money!

DemonGene

Mar 2017

The rich history of the region is as fascinating as its sights. Keith Yeatman brings it all to life in a very thoughtful and professional manner. The tour was exactly as advertised and more. Our family thoroughly enjoyed the hikes and views of two beautiful waterfalls, both were fairly easy to navigate at a moderate pace. Breathtaking views; we took lots of photos. Snacks, water, storytelling were all nice touches. Keith left no detail unattended. Great communication throughout, from booking to confirmation, to pickup and comfortable transportation. Great memory for me, my wife and our teenagers. We will definitely return with our oldest, who could not make the trip with us this time, and book this tour again. Absolutely a delight and highly recommended!