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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 16 Nov

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Starting at $97.00

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Sat 16 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)

traveler3562014

Sep 2020

So enjoyed the scenery and Keith made sure to include local history and shared his knowledge of all plants and wildlife. He was ever so gracious in adjusting to a bit slower pace for this grandma ☺️

Response from Host

Sep 2020

It was a lot fun going out with you both on the waterfall tour. We hope to see again and thanks for taking a moment to write a review.

X5980VHstephaniec

Aug 2020

We came to Asheville on a whim and wanted a mix of outdoor adventure and arts. This tour was perfect for us as non-hikers. There was never a “are we there yet?” moment due to Keith’s narration, interesting stories, and pacing of this tour. The scenery was gorgeous and the waterfalls well-worth the effort to get there. “Amazing” is the word supplied by the teen.

Response from Host

Aug 2020

It was great to meet you all and thanks for the opportunity to take you out to see some beautiful country. The falls are amazing these days with all of the rain the we've been having. We greatly appreciate your review and hopefully our paths will cross again. Best of luck with getting back to school.

411michalm

Aug 2020

Such a great tour! Keith is a fantastic guide. He not only took us on a beautiful hike but told us about the plants and flowers along the way and threw a bit of history in for good measure. I am not an avid hiker and was concerned about my ability. Keith put my mind at ease and I am so happy i didn't let my worries get the better of me. I would have missed an amazing experience

Response from Host

Aug 2020

Thanks for your kind words ! We are thrilled that you had a good day and you handled the walk like a champ. We hope to see you again.