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Attractions & guided tours

Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway self-guided driving audio tour

Free cancellation
Place: Gatlinburg
Duration: from 8 hours to 10 hours
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Do this because

  • Witness the breathtaking majesty of this primordial mountain range
  • Dive into the legends of the Cherokee tribe who once called this place home
  • Learn about the pioneers who made a life for themselves in this wilderness
  • Make the most of your road trip by taking the scenic route
  • Uncover the fascinating history of this parkway and the people who built it

What to expect

Start your tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway from Cherokee, Asheville, Roanoke, or Afton. This flexible tour offers three sections: Cherokee to Asheville, Asheville to Roanoke, and Roanoke to Skyline Drive. Explore at your own pace.

Cherokee to Asheville: Journey from the Great Smoky Mountains to Asheville, enjoy stops at Cowee Mountain and Cherry Cove Overlooks, and hike trails like Skinny Dip Falls. Learn about the local Cherokee tribes and the history of Asheville.

Asheville to Roanoke: Transition from North Carolina’s serenity to Virginia’s rugged landscapes. Experience the Chestoa Viewpoint and Grandview Overlook, explore historic small towns, and delve into the Appalachian industrial history.

Roanoke to Skyline Drive: Connect to Skyline Drive and explore scenic vistas like the Peaks of Otter and parts of the Appalachian Trail. Discover stories of local figures and end your journey at Shenandoah National Park.

This tour is perfect for those looking to enhance their scenic drive with rich history and endless natural beauty.

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Important to know

Know in advance:

  • This is a self-guided tour, no guide will accompany you. This tour provides a live GPS map on your smartphone, audio narration, written text explanations, and suggested stops
  • After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow the instructions to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do not wait until you are on-site
  • Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
  • This tour is valid for an entire year from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
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What’s included

Self-guided tour taken via the Action Tour Guide app

Unique password (sent by email) for access to the Action Tour Guide app

Live GPS map on your phone

Audio narration

Written text explanations

Route from stop to stop

List of stops along the route

What’s not included

Food or drinks

Transportation

Parking

Entrance tickets to attractions

Vehicle rentals

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Oconaluftee Visitor Center, Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee, NC, USA

Meeting point:

Your tour of the Blue Ridge Parkway begins at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.

Provider

ACTION TOUR GUIDE

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +44 121 468 3145