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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 28 Dec

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Starting at $97.00

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Sat 28 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)

Joseph R

Jul 2016

On our second visit to Asheville, NC, we decided to try to get a tour of the Forests and a bit of hiking. Tumblestone Tours proved to be a wonderful way to see the sites without the need to drive! Keith picked us up at our hotel and two other couples at theirs. He then provided a narrated tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway on our way to Looking Glass Falls where we went down to the falls for a visit. He then took us to Dupont Forest where we hiked to other falls. His interesting stories about the history of area was captivating. Keith provided snacks and drinks (water, juice) along the hikes and during the trip as well. Keith was not only an excellent tour guide but very attentive to those on the tour to make sure the pace was good for all. We'd highly recommend this tour. It's unique as we couldn't find any other like it in the area.

dhmc

Jul 2016

My husband and I wanted to have a real "outdoor experience," and we got it with Keith and his tour of three beautiful waterfalls. Keith is an experienced naturalist and great storyteller. He kept our group of 7 entertained for 5 hours. He drove us above the clouds on the Blue Ridge Parkway, then back down in the valleys to secluded trails, where we hiked to see the waterfalls. The hiking was manageable for all ages, just enough walking to say you had worked off your big Southern breakfast! Keith made sure all participants were comfortable, as the temperature was hotter than usual. He provided snacks and cold drinks for everyone,and even carried them on the hike in his own backpack. We learned a lot about the scenic beauty around us, and also about other sites in the Asheville area...Keith is a wealth of information! HE told us that there is no other tour like this available in Asheville, which makes Keith's even more special. You will be in good hands with him!

Melanie C

Jul 2016

I've done a lot of traveling and seen a lot of different places, and this was definitely one of the best things I've done in my travels. First of all, the owner Keith is a very knowledgeable guide who made our day trip easy and so enjoyable. The women in my group were not necessarily "hikers" so he customized our tour, making it more "gentle" and easy for us to navigate. We were picked up at our hotel and then drove through the Blue Ridge Mountains and stopped along the way for breath taking views and photo opps. Then, we went on an easy hike and saw two gorgeous waterfalls up close. The waterfalls were just stunning. Then we took a leisurely drive back, where Keith told us some very interesting facts about the area. This trip is well worth the money and such a grand experience! I highly recommend!