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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

Thu 07 Nov

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Starting at $97.00

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Thu 07 Nov

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)

LightPacker693442

Mar 2022

The tour was amazing. We were able to see all the places we had planned to go on our own. The history and information given along the way was great.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

It was great to meet your family and thanks for taking our tour to the mountains. Very glad that you got to see some of the areas that you wanted to explore while on the tour. There is a great deal to see and do in the Asheville area and we appreciate you taking a moment to write a review.

783shawnam

Mar 2022

We thoroughly enjoyed this experience which was a great combo of amazing waterfalls, beautiful views, and interesting history. Keith was so kind and very knowledgeable about the history of the area and the plants we saw. Pausing to take in the amazing view from Blue Ridge Parkway was one of our favorite stops and climbing the rocks of Looking Glass falls. We had a great time.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

It was good to meet you and we are glad that you had a good experience. Spring in the mountains is an amazing time. There is so much to see and do out in nature in this area and we appreciate you joining the tour to explore.

frankwC1004ND

Mar 2022

Tour guide Keith arrived on time in a very clean and comfortable van. He ensured all guests were comfortable at all times and narrated our experience with a vast knowledge of history of the area, as well as of the flora and fauna along the way. He brought along a variety of snacks and water to curb the hunger after our long hike as well. Even my two teenagers deemed this “the best tour”! Highly recommend Keith and Tumblestone Tours!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

It was a pleasure to go out on the waterfall excursion with you and your family. We are fortunate to live in this part of the country with many beautiful areas to explore. Thanks so much for your kind words and for choosing Tumblestone Tours. We hope to see you again!