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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

Sun 29 Dec

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Starting at $97.00

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Sun 29 Dec

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)

Meghan A

Sep 2016

A must do when visiting Ashville. Keith takes you along the blue ridge parkway and to see some waterfalls. He is very knowledgeable of local history and nature. No better way to see the breathtaking sites that NC had to offer

Chris H

Aug 2016

My wife has a knee problem so Keith crafted a custom tour for us to three waterfalls that did not require much hiking. He also helpfully brought her a hiking stick to help support her knee. Keith has lived and worked in the Asheville area for many years and has a keen understanding of the evolution of the Biltmore Estate and the impact the Vanderbilts had on forestry in America. He is also just a heck of a nice guy to spend the day with. The van was comfortable; the pace was spot on. We were with another couple and all four of us would give Keith and Tumblestone Tours 5 Stars (6 if we could).

solgypsy

Aug 2016

My husband and I usually enjoy discovering areas on our own but we were drawn to Tumblestone because of the smaller group size and the highly rated reviews here on TripAdvisor. It was the highlight of our trip to Asheville, so glad we booked it! We only had three in the tour which was even better for us...a private tour! Keith, the owner and tour guide, is passionate about nature and the environment and is happy to share his wealth of knowledge about the history of the area as well as the local flora and fauna. He provides interesting historic narration during the scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway and stops along the way for photo ops and bathroom breaks. Once you get to the waterfalls, he's mindful of the pace and always concerned for the safety of everyone, not just those in his tour. The hikes are easy and short enough treks for the reward at the end...breathtaking and peaceful views of amazing waterfalls!! WOW!! There is ample time to sit, have a snack (provided!), and take it all in. The tour never felt rushed and Keith was happy to take our photo anytime. Can't thank him enough for sharing his knowledge. We will definitely book Tumblestone Tours again the next time we visit; no tour can really be the same, with so many falls in the area (and he has hiked to them all!) Keith chooses accordingly based on the group in order to make it enjoyable for everyone. A definite must for your visit to Asheville...a chance to unplug, breathe in the mountain air and just BE with nature!