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Explore The Blue Ridge Mountains: Private Day Trip from Asheville
Asheville, United States of America
6 hours
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What You Will Do
The Blue Ridge Mountains are one of the oldest ranges in the world, arising from tectonic plates colliding hundreds of millions of years ago. With misty mountains, winding roads, and sprawling green vistas, the blue mountain parkway is one of America's most beautiful drives.
On your private day trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains, you will:
- Enjoy hotel pick-up from your hotel in Asheville or meet your guide at Trade and Lore, where you can enjoy a coffee before being whisked away to the historic mountains;
- Drive along a part of the most scenic and beautiful strip of the Blue Ridge Parkway, which stretches across 470 miles and 8 states;
- Learn how it has been home to people dating back nearly 12,000 years ago and includes the Iroquois, Shawnee, and Cherokee tribes;
- Discuss the range's recent history (the last 400 years) and how European trappers - later American revolutionaries and colonizers - made their homes in the mountains;
- See Mount Mitchell - the highest point east of the Mississippi River;
- Stop for a short hike at Linville Falls, possibly the most famous waterfall in the Blue Ridge;
- Enjoy stops at quaint towns along the way where you can picture what idyllic mountain life may be like for you.
The Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina are stunning no matter the season - with fresh blossoms in the spring, rushing waterfalls in the summer, rusty autumnal colours in the fall, and peaceful snow cover in winter.
On your private excursion, your guide will take you through the mountains on the Blue Ridge Parkway, where you will enjoy several scenic highlights and have the opportunity to do two hikes. You will stop for lunch (price not included) in a quaint town, where your guide will recommend a place for the best Southern food and hospitality.
After a day spent exploring the towns dotting the highway and the striking geological features of the ridge, your guide will drive you back to your hotel in Asheville.
What's Included?
- A friendly, professional English-speaking driver guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- Private vehicle throughout the tour
- Hotel pick up and drop off
What's Not Included?
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 4 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 4 days of tour start.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
If your hotel information is not provided, your guide will meet you at Trade and Lore, 37 Wall St, Asheville, NC 28801
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Blue Ridge Mountains
The Bue Ridge Parkway through the Blue Ridge Mountains intersects through the heart of Asheville, and is considered one of America's most scenic drives.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Travel Curious
- Weather notes: This tour may be cancelled in extreme weather and especially snow during the winter season.
- Know before you go: - Please wear comfortable shoes adapt to hiking mountain trails, and bring your own water. - Please note that children under the age of 8 must be secured in a car seat or booster seat at an extra cost. In case you need any child seats please get in touch with us before you book. - Hotel pick-up is available upon request. Please note that if you do not provide us with your hotel information your guide will meet you at the recommended meeting point (address in the tour confirmation email).
- Accesibility: This tour is not accessible to people with limited mobility as it involves hiking.
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