Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour from Asheville
Overview
We pick you up at your hotel or lodging! A seasoned local guide will pick you up at your accommodation within 3 miles of city center (One North Pack Square) or will meet you at the Asheville Visitor Center if you are staying outside that distance. The excursion will take you through beautiful mountain scenery on the way to visit three impressive waterfalls and two protected forests as well as a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway (weather permitting) to discover the amazing views surrounding this iconic road that connects two National Parks.
We provide comfortable seating in a climate controlled van. Drinks/snacks are included.
IMPORTANT Guest should be prepared for walking approximately 3 miles on the hiking portion of this tour over a period of 2 hours, including stops at the falls and you should feel comfortable walking this distance before making a booking. The tour is not suitable for children under 12.
We will return to Asheville by approximately 1:30 p.m.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off within 3-miles of city center
- Drink and snack
- Driver/guide
- Gratuities
- A meeting place and time for pickup can be arranged if you are more than 3 miles from city center
Meeting and Pickup
Important **We pick up within 3 miles of city center One North Pack Square Asheville NC 28801.**If you are staying outside our pick up area we can meet at the Asheville Visitor Center 36 Montford Avenue Asheville NC 28801. (safe/free parking)PICK UP TIME WILL BETWEEN 7:45 - 8:15 am as we have several to schedule on most days.We also pick up:Sweet Pea Hostel, Bon Paul & Sharkeys Hostel, area Bed & Breakfast/ Airbnb/ VRBO/ locations within 3 miles of city center.We pick up within 3 miles of city center, One North Pack Square Asheville NC 28801.If you are outside that area we can meet at the: Asheville Visitor Center 36 Montford Avenue Asheville NC 28801. The parking is safe/free and we are members there as well.
36 Montford Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Blue Ridge Parkway
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pisgah Forest
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
DuPont State Recreational Forest
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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 before tour will run, individual travelers welcome
- Maximum of 8 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
- No pets permitted on this tour
- Not recommended for children under 10 years of age
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Operated by a business
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