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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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $97.00

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Tue 24 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)

Rachel Z

Feb 2016

This tour was INCREDIBLE! If you like hiking and you like waterfalls (and even if you just like waterfalls) this is a cannot miss when you are visiting Asheville and the surrounding areas. Western North Carolin is famous for it's outdoors and this is a fun way to see a variety of different waterfalls at a comfortable pace with an incredibly knowledgable and personable guide. Keith clearly knows his Asheville history and his wildlife history and we were delighted when he knew all the answers to our questions, and then some. Book a tour with Tumblestone Tours, you will be so glad you did!

546francescop

Jan 2016

What a great experience! I couldn't have asked for a more informative and comfortable tour. The waterfalls we visited were spectacular, and Keith really helped me to understand the history of the area. The van ride was very pleasant and the hike was great. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an outdoor experience around the Asheville area! Go with Tumblestone Tours, you won't regret it! Thank you so much!

juliamperez2015

Nov 2015

Keith was very professional and helpful starting from my very first phone call. He clearly loves what he does. He arrived a few minutes early at our bed & breakfast. We all gathered inside the warm van and headed off for one of the best tours I've ever had. We drove through the Blue Ridge Parkway. Keith pulled over several times for photo ops and was very patient with us as we gawked at the fall foliage and took our sweet time boarding the van once again. Along the way, Keith shared his knowledge of the area and how the Vanderbilt's played a role in this majestic area. As we stopped at several waterfalls, again he was very patient with us as we took lots and lots of pictures. Word to the wise, you'll have to hike a bit to see some of the waterfalls but they are well worth it. Personally, I enjoyed the hiking. It just added to the pleasure of the day. Snacks and drinks are provided along the way and you'll be clearly advised as to how long before the next bathroom break is. I have nothing negative to say about this tour........ I truly recommend this to everyone!