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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

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $97.00

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Sun 17 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)

Sarah J

Jul 2019

Keith was an excellent tour guide- so kind and informative. I would recommend this to tour to anyone who wants to experience the outdoor beauty & wildlife that Asheville area is know for. It will blow your mind!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

I am glad that you enjoyed the tour! It was great to meet you both and thank you for your recommendation.

551yashirar

Jul 2019

This tour was amazing! Keith was a joy to have as a tour guide and thought of everything to make for a wonderful time. He picked us up, had water and snacks, and so much knowledge about the area. He stopped along the way so that we may take in the breathtaking views of the mountains and waterfalls. The hike was easy to moderate at times and Keith didn’t rush us at all. Along the way he would tell us about the trees, fruits, leaves, etc. You can tell Keith loves his job and it shows throughout the tour. LOVED it!!!!! I can rave about Keith and the tour for days!!! Next time I’m bringing my kiddos Keith.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

It was great to meet you both and we very much appreciate your kind review. I do consider myself very fortunate to visit these beautiful areas on a near daily basis. Thanks again and we look forward to seeing you next time with the "kiddos".

LisaS9578

Jul 2019

This hike was a highlight of my visit to Asheville! Keith picked us up at our hotel in his spacious, clean van, and led us on a truly wonderful hike. He expertly accommodated group members with varying abilities, he provided interesting information about the waterfalls, and he pointed out vegetation as we walked along. We happened to be part of a particularly fun group - quite by accident! - and Keith was affable, joining in our spontaneous camaraderie. He was also quite the expert photographer, willingly taking (and re-taking!) photos to our hearts' content. Afterwards, we were dropped off back at our hotel. The entire experience could not have been more enjoyable. Thank you, Keith!

Response from Host

Jul 2019

We are so glad that you enjoyed the experience of the waterfall tour. The group was a lot of fun and meeting other travellers from across the country and chatting is a unique experience. You can also just sit back and enjoy. Thank you taking a moment to write a review and with a little luck our paths will cross again.