4-Day Tennessee Great Smoky Mountain Tour from New York

99 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, USA

Duration

4 days (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

4 people

Languages

English

Overview

Easily visit the three major national parks in the eastern United States in one trip! Take a tour of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited area in the United States, and climb to the 360-degree observation deck at an altitude of 5,046 feet to view the mountains and explore the mysterious area; enter the youngest national park in the United States and overlook the most visited attraction in West Virginia – New River Canyon Bridge; walk along the Shenandoah National Park Skyline Highway, and you can hike freely and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way! Underground explore the stalactites that have evolved over 4 billion years in Virginia, Loli Cave, one of the U.S. National Natural Landmarks. Watch the rodeo, equestrian performances of the Northern and Southern Army, taste authentic local food, and enjoy a southern feast. Visit the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge and reminisce about the scenery of that day.

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What To Expect

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New York City

Depart from NYC head to Virginia State, and our first sightseeing at this journey is the most stunning and largest cave of the entire east coast, the Luray Caverns, which is one of the National Natural Landmark of US.

Itinerary:

New York/New Jersey depart → Luray Caverns (Optional, 90 mins)

Special Notes: We will visit Shenandoah Caverns (Optional, 90 mins) instead in case of Luray Caverns close.

• Admission Ticket Free

Luray Caverns

Special Notes: We will visit Shenandoah Caverns (Optional, 90 mins) instead in case of Luray Caverns close.

Welcome to Luray, Virginia! Today, we will explore the lovely Luray Caverns! In the caverns, we will discover the spectacular geological features of this incredible unearthly location. The caverns contain uniquely shaped Stalactites, which are located in the limestone caves. Fun fact: The Stalactites grow about one inch every 120 years! Which is truly astounding. It is a must-visit destination for anyone of all ages to explore!

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

New York City

Est. Travel time between locations. Starting from pick up in the morning, then to attractions and to the hotel.

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Tennessee

In the morning we will head to Tennessee,known as a home for country music.First,let’s drive to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and take an in-depth tour.After lunch,we will head to Gatlinburg,which is the only entrance into the Great Smoky Mountains from Tennessee.You can freely explore the surrounding areas of the town and enjoy youself. Then we will head to the Pigeon Forge,where there is a museum built to commemorate the Titanic event. Take a visit to the luxurious stairs and exquisite exhibits. In the evening, you can watch a brilliant show with 32 horses and enjoy a special dinner!

Itinerary:

Hotel → Tennessee → Great Smoky Mountain National Park In-depth Tour (Mandatory, 120 mins, including Newfound Gap) → Gatlinburg Free Time (45 mins) → Pigeon Forge → Titanic Museum (75 mins) → Dolly Parton’s Stampede (120 mins) → Hotel

Special Note: If the Dolly Parton’s Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show.

• Admission Ticket Free

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountain In -depth Tour

Great Smoky Mountains here we come! Join us today as we experience an in-dept tour of Clingmans Dome! It is the highest mountain with an elevation of 6,643 ft! It offers a spectacular view and fresh air of the mountains! Besides, open areas in the park offer some best opportunities to see wildlife, for example black bear, elk, white-tail deer, as well as kinds of wildflowers!

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Titanic Museum Attraction

Let’s drive to Pigeon Forge where we will visit the Titanic Museum Attraction to sail the seas in 1912! You will get a feel for what the passengers deluxe hallways looked like and learn about the statistics about the ship. As you enter, you will be given a passenger boarding ticket. On this ticket, is the name of an actual Titanic passenger and the class they were traveling. You will learn the individual stories of several passengers. In the Titanic Memorial Room, find out whether your ticketed passenger survived.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction

1. If the Dolly Parton’s Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show.

Dine in a dinner theatre where you can watch a brilliant show with 32 horses and a cast of top-notch riders plus a mouth-watering four-course feast complete with a delicious dessert! They will thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and competition, pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry. You will also enjoy music, dancing, special effects, and family-friendly comedy along the way.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Tennessee

Est. Travel time between locations. Starting from pick up in the morning, then to attractions and to the hotel.

5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Tennessee

On this day we will drive to New River Gorge National Park. Although it is the youngest national park in the United States, it is home to one of the oldest rivers in the world. You will see the most visited scenic spot in West Virginia – the New River Gorge Bridge.

Itinerary:

Tennessee → West Virginia → New River Gorge National Park (Mandatory, 120 mins)

• Admission Ticket Free

New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

New River Gorge National Park is located in the New River Canyon in the south of West Virginia. It was established as the 63rd national park in the United States and is the youngest National Park in the United States so far. The park covers an area of more than 290 square kilometers, where you can enjoy large areas of ancient forests and deep canyons. It is also super rich in natural ecological resources.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Virginia

Skyline Drive is up next! It is a breathtaking drive through Luray, VA! Skyline Drive overlooks exclusive scenic views of the Shenandoah National Park! On our drive, you will be able to sight the magnificent Crescent Rock, Stoney Man, Franklin Cliffs, and Harry F. Byrd, Sr. Visitor Center and much more! It is truly an adventure you will not want to miss out on!

Itinerary:

Hotel → Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (Mandatory, 135 mins, Including Appalachian National Scenic Trail Hiking for 30 minuntes) → Philadelphia / New York

• Admission Ticket Free

Shenandoah National Park

Special notes:

1. We will enter from Thornton Gap and drive to north exit, this is a one-way tour and lasts 120 mins.

2. On the winding driveway on the mountains, we will stop at the overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah Valley.

3. We will also take an easy walk on one of the trails among the mountains. Total 45 for this trail (round trip). If the weather is extreme, the tour guide will cancel the trail trip and add other stops properly.

4. If the weather is extreme, we will not enter into the National Park. Please understand.

5. During the period from 10/11 to 11/11, , you will enjoy the poetic and colorful autumn scenery of Shenandoah National Park along the Skyline Highway.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Skyline Drive

Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (Mandatory, 135 mins, Including Appalachian National Scenic Trail Hiking for 30 minuntes)

On the winding driveway on the mountains, we will stop at the overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah valleys. A wonderful scenic tour is a must-do in the state of Virginia. Explore with us today what makes the skyline drive in the Shenandoah National Park so unique!

2 hours 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
1. Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip.
2. Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate flight information, tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible.
3. Various hotels may have different deposit policy passengers need to comply with. No specific bed type or the position of the tour can be guaranteed at each hotel. Usually 2-4 people can stay in each room maximally. Hotel check-in time starts at 15:00.
4. Any guests that have already purchased their own tickets or have a city PASS will not be able to use it on the tour. Please understand that you must purchase the admission tickets through our company in order to participate.'For the optional admission tickets, you will reserve it from the tour guide'directly. The tour guide will make this arrangement for you.'As a tour group, it is highly suggested to make a reservation together rather than individually in order to get into an attraction. We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you again for choosing to tour with us!'
5. The operator have the right to make appropriate adjustments to the itinerary under the conditions of facilitating the operation for the tour group. This, however, will not reduce the items that should be included in the itinerary.
6. During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.
7. If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding.
8. Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. The operator provide the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest.
9. Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval.
10. We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on the website. It is your responsibility to check it on the website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, JUPITER LEGEND Corporation shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions.
11. Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded.
12. This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded.
13. Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with Federal law and prohibited in most hotel rooms. Customers are responsible for any penalty charged by the hotel in a non-smoking room at least $250 per night.
Special Notes: We will visit Shenandoah Caverns instead in case of Luray Caverns close. If the Dolly Parton's Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

Included/Excluded

Hotel (Nights are one day less than the total number of tour days).
Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide) .
Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance.
Admission:In-depth Tour of Three National Parks,Luray Caverns,Dolly Parton's Stampede,Titanic Museum
Breakfast (3)

Gratuities.
Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction area/national parks
Food and beverage (Tour guide will arrange)
Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
Buffet/Group Meal:Adult$16-$25;Child(Under 12)$11-$20;Actual price based on different area.
Shenandoah Caverns Adult:$30.00; Senior(65 ):$27.00; Child (6-12):$15.00;

Durations

4 days (approx.)

Tour's Location

99 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, USA

from 1107 $