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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)

Ernst_G

Aug 2016

Keith knows the area in and out and he knows how to tell the story. We took a lot from it. The hours went by way too fast.

TERRY L

Aug 2016

Keith, our guide, was terrific. He accommodated different levels of ability and made sure we all got the most of the trip. Enjoyed this very much and highly recommend.

Steve B

Aug 2016

We booked the tour for 2 adults, 2 kids (ages 14 and 9) for a weekday tour. To summarize - it was a thorough, experiential, informative, and centering day. Keith as a guide is generous with his time, his availability to take family pictures, his knowledge of the area's history and flora, and his inclusion with each member of the party - taking time to remember names and engage each of us along the trails and sharing his passion for not only the Dupont State Park, Pisgah National Forest, Biltmore legacies, and Blue Ridge Parkway - - but more importantly, he knows when to step back,and let you stare in amazement at the (3) different waterfalls and scenic overlooks. He's prepared, he makes the trails accessible to all ages, he paces groups well, and when all is said and done, he'll give you the inside track on local bar-b-que with a healthy handshake and smile that makes even the 9-year olds among us realize they've spent 5-6 hours with someone who's eager to keep you safe, share wisdom in the mountain air when all you can hear is the birds, the water, and the refreshing of your Spirit. We enthusiastically recommend this tour.