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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

Mon 18 Nov

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Starting at $97.00

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Mon 18 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)

taxcon1

Aug 2018

We thoroughly enjoyed our waterfall tour with Tumblestone. Keith,the owner/operator, was very knowledgeable and gives a great tour. The tour included viewing several spectacular water falls, hikes and beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Thank you for your comments and your time in writing them! They are very helpful.

kim r

Aug 2018

This is a not to be missed experience. Keith is an experienced, intelligent and well rounded guide. He is a plethora of information about the history and creation of the areas around Asheville. Keith is patient and attentive with children. We visited 3 delightful waterfalls. The hikes to the waterfalls were interesting and only moderately physical. Of course, water shoes are needed to walk on the rocks at the bottom of the waterfalls themselves. Keith is engaging and stimulating and can gear his tour whether you are interested in photography, history, or just walking in the natural surroundings. Keith keeps everyone engaged. His careful driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway is also appreciated :>) The van is quite comfortable in all rows. Keith picked us up and dropped us off at our hotel. He brought plenty of healthy snacks and cold drinks.

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Wow... We very much appreciate you taking the tour and your articulate comments. We do take time at each stop to enjoy the surroundings , " snap a few photos", and enjoy the immense beauty. It is a stimulating hike and a good pair of sneakers, hiking boots or comfortable walking water shoes will do the job. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a beautiful drive ( when open) and the vistas are remarkable. Thanks again!

Z4462VBwilliama

Aug 2018

My husband and I immensely enjoyed our 5 hour tour of the Blue Ridge Mountains, outlooks and magnificent waterfalls plus a great walk in the woods where foliage was aplenty and shade was welcome. We would recommend Keith as he was beyond knowledgeable about all things Asheville - history and we enjoyed his stories, patience with slow incline walkers, interest in our lives, and just plain happy to be doing what he is doing. He loves nature and imparted this to the four of his in his tour. I might add this complimentary snacks and water hit the spot along the way. Much appreciated. I will send a shout out, Keith, for anyone to take your tour. He also showed upon time to pick us up at the hotel, got us back on time and gave us suggestions on what to do for the duration of our stay. A & B Apter

Response from Host

Aug 2018

We greatly appreciate your comments and your time in writing them! It is nice to get out into nature for a few hours and see just how remarkable,the diverse beauty is in our area . We are very fortunate to live in such a place. Thanks for taking the tour!