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Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville

Overview

We pick you up! Our tour offers a driver/seasoned local guide who will pick you up at your accommodation within 3 miles of city center (One North Pack Square) or will meet you at a convenient location in downtown Asheville if you are staying outside that distance. The excursion will take you through beautiful mountain scenery on the way visit three impressive waterfalls and two protected forests as well as a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway (weather permitting) to discover the amazing views surrounding this iconic road that connects two National Parks.

We provide all window, captain's chair seating in a comfortable, climate controlled van. Drinks/snacks are included.

IMPORTANT Guest should be prepared for walking approximately 3 miles on the hiking portion of this tour over a period of 2 hours, including stops at the falls and you should feel comfortable walking this distance before making a booking.

We will return to Asheville by approximately 1:30 p.m.

City: Asheville

Mon 21 Jul

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Starting at $105.00

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Mon 21 Jul

Starting at $105.00

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 before tour will run, individual travelers welcome
Maximum of 6 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
No pets permitted on this tour
Not recommended for children under 12 years of age

What To Expect

Blue Ridge Parkway

The tour includes a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, (when open), an American treasure well known for its scenic beauty and remarkable mountain views. (Note: During winter months the Blue Ridge Parkway may be closed due to ice and snow)

Pisgah Forest

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.

DuPont State Recreational Forest

Wear comfortable shoes or hiking boots for the approximately 3 mile hiking portion of the tour on trails rated easy to moderate. There are stops along the way that will give you time to enjoy falls, a snack and drink that are included. Bring a small day pack if you have one. 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 (531)

AdamRichman

Aug 2021

This was such a great tour with Keith! I see why his ratings are so high! It was a perfect trip for our little family. We got the perfect mix of entertainment, information, sight seeing, and some good hiking. Keith was super flexible in accommodating two school aged kids, as well as my older sister who has some mobility issues. He's patient, smart, world-traveled with great stories. Keith was great at timely responding to questions from me. Super strong COVID protection! Also, the vehicle for the tour was super comfortable and snacks and drinks were perfect! Thanks, Keith. We had such a great time! We definitely would book another tour with you if we find ourselves in the area again.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thank you very much for taking the waterfall tour! It was great to meet your family and spend some time up in these mountains. I too enjoyed hearing your stories of travel and adventure, there is nothing like getting away to new places. We are very glad that you enjoyed the tour and we greatly appreciate you taking a moment to write a review. Please look us up again if you are in the Asheville area.

jaclynl972

Aug 2021

This was a great tour. It had rained a lot the previous night so all the waterfalls were really gushing! Keith is very knowledgeable on the area - history, nature, the trails. The hiking was very doable. There are a few sets of stairs and hills along the way, but Keith takes it slow and let everyone go at their own pace. Definitely would recommend!

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Your recommendation is much appreciated and we are glad that you enjoyed the tour. The falls were " gushing " on the day you took the tour and were quite beautiful. The following day tropical storm Fred arrived and the forest received a tremendous amount of rain causing a lot of flooding and many road closures. Cleanup is underway! We hope to see you again in the future.

Sharyn_K

Aug 2021

Our guide, Keith, was knowledgeable and awesome. Not only did he entertain us with stories but also pointed out native species on our hike. Being close to the falls and experiencing the amazing splendor of nature was awe-inspiring. Would definitely revisit falls in future.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thank you both for joining the waterfall tour and I am very glad that you enjoyed it. We are very fortunate to live in such a beautiful area and get out on the trails on a regular basis. We appreciate your review and hope to see you again if you are back in the Asheville area.