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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)

macfred123

Oct 2015

Our Asheville visit highlight. Keith's knowledge and stories held our attention on the way to the falls. We had planned our own waterfall hike for the next day, but this one took us on trails we would never have found on our own. The hike was a good, took a couple of hours, so we got some exercise, too. We had a great time, one that we could not have duplicated on our own. If you go to Asheville, make sure to take some time and get outta town and see the waterfalls. Snacks were provided, but I was glad that I had a good breakfast before the 5 hour tour began.

SheilaLoring

Sep 2015

What an amazing tour! We visited three waterfalls in the vicinity of Asheville. Along the way, the tour guide, Keith, shared the history of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Vanderbilt's contributions to the area, and played a CD of even more stories. I enjoyed learning while winding through the forest to get to the waterfalls. The hikes were easy, and Keith walked at a comfortable pace. You'll have plenty of time to walk around and take pictures of the waterfalls, and Keith cautions when an area is particularly dangerous. The tour is well worth $54!

Debbie H

Sep 2015

Keith picked us up from our hotel in a comfortable van and drove us to the Blue Ridge Parkway. It was a beautiful drive and we appreciated the history he gave us while driving. We then headed to DuPont State Park for a hike to waterfalls and a covered bridge. He was sensitive to the slower pace a couple of us needed. Drinks and snacks were provided. The cost is very reasonable for all that was included in a fun day trip!