Afisha Life Homepage
Asheville
Explore
Walking Tours
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

Wed 20 Nov

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $97.00

Make a reservation

Wed 20 Nov

Starting at $97.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (103) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (113) Entry Tickets (47) Sporting Events (1) Good for Small Groups (6) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (41) Walking Tours (697) Outdoor Activities (20) Limitied Availability Tours (6) LGBT Friendly Tours (4) Family-friendly Activities (7) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (27) Travelers recommend (73) Good for Groups (8) Top Activities (18) Guided Audio Tours (3) Art, Culture & History (135) Attractions to explore (38)

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.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (406)

SENTENCED2CBP

Oct 2017

Tour operator Keith is a very nice guy who works hard to make the tour enjoyable. He obviously is very familiar with the area and takes you to great spots for incredible views, spectacular waterfalls and a hike that is not overly demanding. The only area that I feel needs improvement is the narration Keith provides during the drives between locations. It was often disjointed, repetitive and difficult to follow. After 3 years Keith should have worked out a more polished presentation. Overall however, the scenery, waterfalls and Keith's knowledge of where to visit makes this a very worthwhile tour.

Bruce R

Oct 2017

A great way to get out and enjoy the views. I would have liked to had a longer drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Ours was cut short because a storm had closed part of the drive. I think we should have stopped so we could have got out and took more pictures a couple of times. The walk was pretty.

Nancy W

Oct 2017

This tour was the highlight of our 4 day stay in Asheville. We visited all of the tourist sites but this by far was the best experience. Keith is a wonderful guide. For starters, he picks you up at your hotel and has everything well organized for his guests including water and snacks. He is very personable and so knowledgeable of the history of the area and he knows where to take his guests so that they can see beautiful waterfalls. We saw absolutely gorgeous waterfalls up close and personal. The hike was fun. The pace was comfortable. If I am ever in the area again, this tour will be part of my itinerary. Thanks for the memories!

Response from Host

Oct 2017

We do appreciate your kind remarks and input, they are very helpful. We look forward to seeing you again.