We have the best location on the Nantahala River being located right at the takeout. This means you'll only ride the bus once and you'll finish at your car. After the river, enjoy one of our two restaurants by the river.
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Follow the sound of rushing water into one of the Smokies’ most refreshing guided hikes. Chasing Waterfalls is perfect for those chasing cascades, waterfalls, streams, mossy rocks, cool forest trails, and classic Smoky Mountain water scenery. With an experienced naturalist guide, you’ll explore a lush mountain landscape shaped by water. Along the way, your guide may point out wildflowers, old-gro…
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Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and discover why it’s the most visited National Park in the country! Tour these famous mountains while learning about Cherokee history and legends, Appalachian life, and much more. There’s no better way to see Clingman’s Dome (Kuwohi), Cades Cove, or Rainbow Falls. Plus,…
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Don't miss a thing as GuideAlong's Great Smoky Mountains Audio Driving Tour takes you on an incredible journey through the most visited US national park. Along the way you'll be guided to all of the park's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including the lowest drivable pass, historic Cades Cove buildings and the park's highest point. Download discover more on your Smokies road trip w…
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Purchase only one tour per vehicle, not per person. Everyone listens together! Get the full Smoky Mountain experience with this ultimate bundle tour! Explore these picturesque mountains, uncover the rich history of the Cherokee and early settlers, and find out why this is the most-visited national park in the entire country. You’ll discover beautiful overlooks, hiking trails, and waterfalls on on…
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General admission includes: Main Exhibit: We are a museum in transition! Take a step behind the scenes as we consider how to update our 27-year-old main exhibit to authentically share Cherokee history, culture, and stories from a Cherokee perspective. sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the EBCI’…
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Slow down beside one of the Smokies’ biggest and among the most beautiful mountain rivers. River Magic is an easy guided walk designed for guests who want the peace of moving water, forest shade, deep pools, sparkling cascades, wildflowers, and stories of the landscape without a demanding climb and without the crowds. This gentle riverside experience blends natural beauty with interpretation from…
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Designed for curious kids and families, Exploring Nature with Children turns the forest into a living classroom. This hands-on guided nature walk helps children slow down, look closely, ask questions, and connect with the natural world in a meaningful way through nature games, stories and fun activities. Depending on the season and trail conditions, children may explore streams, plants, salamande…
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Purchase only one tour per vehicle, not per person. Everyone listens together! Discover gorgeous natural scenery and rich history at Cades Cove, one of the most popular destinations in the Smoky Mountains. This scenic loop packs a ton of sights into a small space. Check out sparkling waterfalls, lush hiking trails, and historic churches all in one place! Plus, learn the fascinating history behind…
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Spend a full day exploring the Smokies your way. Best of the Smokies: Full-Day Private Guided Adventure is customized around your group’s interests, pace, and sense of adventure, making it one of the most flexible ways to experience Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Your day may include waterfalls, mountain views, historic sites, scenic drives, quiet trails, wildflowers, wildlife stories, old-…
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Your trip begins at Sugarlands Visitor Center, where you’ll meet your naturalist guide from A Walk in the Woods. From there, we’ll travel up into Great Smoky Mountains, stopping along the way for sweeping mountain views, photo opportunities, and stories that bring the Smokies to life. This guided driving tour includes several beautiful overlooks where you can take in the famous “sea of mountains,…
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Autumn color in the Smokies changes by elevation, weather, and timing. Fall Color Quest is designed to follow the best color of the day, whether that means glowing streamside forests, colorful hardwood coves, quiet trails, or higher-elevation views. With an experienced guide, guests can enjoy fall foliage without guessing where to go or fighting only the most crowded roadside stops. This seasonal…
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Arrive at the Bryson City rental location, complete check-in, and collect your Polaris Slingshot R. A refundable $500 security deposit is required at pickup. Before departure, review the vehicle controls and choose a GPS-equipped route based on your interests, available time, driving comfort, weather, and road conditions. Then enjoy up to eight hours of self-guided driving through the Smoky Mount…
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Welcome to Great Smoky Mountains National Park Tour! Come journey with us as we travel through stunning mountain scenery and explore the historical homes of days gone by. The Great Smoky Mountains are the most visited national park in the country, often receiving over 14 million visitors every year! We've broken it down with the top things to do, including 14 stops in and around the park! What yo…
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Explore the Great Smoky Mountains with your self-guided tour through America’s most visited national park. Walk through the stunning Newfound Gap Road past misty peaks and ancient forests, walk behind a waterfall at Grotto Falls, and stand atop Kuwohi at 6,643 feet, the highest point in Tennessee. Discover Cades Cove’s preserved pioneer cabins, churches, and mills that tell the story of Appalachi…
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The 469-mile long scenic drive that is the Blue Ridge Parkway stretches between Virginia and North Carolina, riding along the spine of the Appalachians most of the way. That means hundreds of spectacular views around countless corners. We’ll find ourselves immersed in the natural beauty of the mountains, with towering trees and colorful wildflowers lining the road. And if we come during the fall…
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Take your hike up Clingmans Dome (Kuwohi) to the next level with this self-guided walking tour. As you make the ascent to the famous observation deck, you’ll discover fascinating facts about this area’s history, geology, and scenery. And once you reach the top, you’ll be treated to panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains and the lush landscape beyond. This self-guided walking tour of Clingma…
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Rent a brand-new Polaris Slingshot from the areas only Polaris Outfitter and enjoy the thrill as you drive one of Americas most famous roads. Twists, turns, and thick woods, this drive isn’t about scenic overlooks or nature. The Tail of the Dragon is about you, the pavement, and two white knuckles grasping the steering wheel. Considered one of the most exciting roads in America, with 318 curves i…
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Bryson City 15 mile Flight What you will see - This Tour will take off from Cherokee NC , headed strait toward the small city of Bryson City . Its known for some great food , Drinks , and views of the mountains like you have never seen . We will pass through the Alarka Mountain range Harrahs Casino , Tuckacegee river over flying it all at 1000 feet . We will also be seeing the great smoky mountai…
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Begin your adventure with a beginner-friendly hike through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As you walk, your guide will share fascinating stories about the park's history and help you identify plants, including those used by the Cherokee for medicinal purposes. After the hike, set up your painting station and learn to capture the beauty of your surroundings with acrylic paint. Whether it…
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This Tour is one of the shorter / cheaper tours we offer at Cherokee Helicopters . It gives everyone the opportunity to get on the helicopter for a less expensive price . Things you will see : Cherokee Harrahs Casino , they have great food , great drinks and its an awesome place to go check out How could you not be in the smokies and not take a helicopter ride The smoky mountain range has some of…
The short valley Tours 5 Miles long This will take you through the qualia valley, over through the smoky mountains where you will experience the Alarka Mountain range. Your adventure will take off from the helipad at Cherokee North Carolina , you will first cross the Qualla Valley. you will then turn toward the Alarka Mountain range. As you head north back toward Cherokee you will see the very ni…
The Fontana Lake Tour 25 miles long This tour takes you through the staple of the smoky mountains , you will see several mountain ranges , lakes , rivers and the best part the Cherokee national forest . You will begin your adventure by leaving the 264 casino trail address , taking off your pilot will began by pointing out the quala valley . once you reach the valley you will follow the tuckaseege…