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Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist

Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist

Overview

As featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News, discover the authentic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway with a naturalist guide to show you the best vistas, photo spots, and waterfalls that make Asheville famous. This intimate, small-group tour makes it easy to get to know your experienced, expert guide and learn more about the region.

-Learn about the area’s history, plants, and wildlife from your naturalist guide
-Visit famous waterfalls and ones that most tourists miss
-See the best of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s expansive mountain views

City: Asheville

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $99.00

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $99.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Hiking Poles

Air-conditioned vehicle

Ponchos

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (285)

mary10007

Oct 2022

We Highly recommend this group. We enjoyed the Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Tour. Our guide Eli was enthusiastic, knowledgeable & fun to be around. Her appreciation of nature & guiding enhanced the trip. We saw 3 waterfalls, gorgeous fall colors & enjoyed an easy hike. The drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway was memorable as was the entire trip. It was great to not have to drive & have an experienced guide take you to places that were hard to find and not crowded. Don’t miss this incredible experience. Good for all levels of hiking!

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Great review! Thanks for taking the time to write it. Eli really loves what she does and we are happy to hear she got to take you out to explore! We pride ourselves in being able to deliver incredible views with a touch of hiking :) Don't forget about us next time you're in Asheville!

georwell

Oct 2022

Awesome experience learning about the local trees and wildflowers and medicinal plants. Our guide, Paul, was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, humorous and fun. Saw Looking Glass Falls, Tom’s Spring Branch Falls, Slippery Rock and ended up at the cradle forestry overlook and Wash creek Valley Overlook. Thanks to Paul for an exceptional tour!

Response from Host

Oct 2022

It sounds like you really got to experience the real outdoors! We are happy to know you had such a wonderful time with Paul! He is incredibly passionate about his job and appreciates reviews like this! Come back and hike with us soon!

PamJo57

Oct 2022

Today I stepped out of my comfort zone and did a hiking trip alone (well, with a group). Eli made the whole experience comfortable (lending a hand in the slippery areas) and a learning experience. She was soooo knowledgeable about the beautiful plant life and the rock formations. What a joy to be with a leader that obviously loves her job! Thank Eli!

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you for taking the time to write this review! This is what Asheville Hiking Tours are all about! Eli really appreciates feedback like this and I bet she enjoyed you just as much! We love to hear when our guests get a true outdoor experience! Thanks for trusting us to take you out and please come back again:)