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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

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $97.00

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Tue 19 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)

Marilyn H

Jul 2018

From the time we were promptly picked up at our hotel, until we returned, our driver and host, Keith, was very professional. His narration about the Asheville area was informative and entertaining. I would definitely recommend this tour. The walking, while challenging in distance for some, seemed only that way because of the incline. Everyone managed quite well, and the waterfalls were gorgeous!

stiemann

Jul 2018

With Keith as our guide, the Tumblestone Waterfall Hike is a wonderful way to explore the mountain areas near Asheville and view some exceptional waterfalls. Keith picked us up at our hotel by van which made the activity very convenient. Five other people joined us on the tour and soon we all had introduced ourselves. As we climbed higher into the mountains, Keith provided us with commentary on the history of the Blue Ridge Parkway and soon we were driving at a high enough altitude to ride through clouds. Keith chose our first brief stop so we could enjoy a beautiful mountain vista. Once we started to hike Keith shared his knowledge of the flora and fauna we saw. He gave expert guidance on navigating the hike and I would recommend taking this tour with Keith if you are in the area.

Response from Host

Aug 2018

We are glad that you enjoyed the tour! We did get a nice ride through the clouds and the " sky scape" changes every day. We appreciate your comments as they are very helpful to us and other travelers. Thank you for taking a moment to write down your experiences and your recommendation.

Lisa H

Jul 2018

Had a great time this weekend. Hike to waterfalls were easily accessible everyone on the tour appeared to be comfortable with the level of hiking involved. Keith was personable, knowledgeable, allowing enough time for questions throughout the tour. Waterfalls were a site to see, we would highly recommend this tour to our friends and family. Side Note: Keith took time to follow up with my husband that evening. Provided us with a list of great hiking areas to finish out our week.

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Thanks so much for your comments! Those waterfalls are a sight to see and we greatly appreciate you taking our tour.