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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)

Westutravel

May 2018

It's nice to be independent and have your own car but nothing compares to having an experienced guide who knows the history and stories of the area. Let someone else do the driving and let you eyes relax and take in the scenery. Keith is wonderful, he's flexible, and you are not in a rush. Visit 3 beautiful waterfalls that you might otherwise not know where to find them without pre-extensive preparations. The tour is great value for money. Thank you Keith. Cecile and Nancy.

Response from Host

May 2018

Thanks for your comments! Yes, It is nice to sit back and just enjoy the ride , ( with a nice walk along the way). We appreciate you taking the tour.

LuvMitten

May 2018

Keith was put to the test on our tour when one of the group wandered off - a first for Keith & big no-no when hiking, especially on unmarked trails! He calmly instructed us on what to do while he went in search of our errant member. (He did find her after a brief delay). Keith gave an informative & engaging narrative as he drove us to the waterfalls and I learned so much about the Parkway history that I wouldn’t have known without some research. It was really nice to be picked up at our hotel and not have to be concerned about finding the waterfalls, we could just sit back and absorb it all. The hikes were easy to moderate, with plenty of time to enjoy the beauty of the area. I highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host

May 2018

Thanks so much for your recommendation! Also, thank you for your patience while I tried to resolve the issue you describe. It is always a good idea to stay with the group when you out on this type of excursion, we do have a lot of fun and safety is a very high priority. Always will be.

kgn737

May 2018

Keith provides a wonderful outdoor experience. Very responsive, well organized and fun. Highly recommend.

Response from Host

May 2018

Thank you for your comments and for going out on the waterfall tour with us.