Great Smoky Mountains,Gatlinburg 4-Day Tour from Chicago

201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Duration

4 days (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

4 people

Languages

English

Overview

1. Explore Motorsports Hall of Fame. 2. Be in the National Park with most visitors in US — Great Smoky Mountains. 3. Southern dinner show Dixie Stampede featuring America’s civil war. 4. Tour in Lookout Mountain: Rock City, Ruby Falls, Incline Railway. Room Details All hotel rooms are based on two Full / Double beds or one King/Queen bed depends on what rooms are availiable at the hotel on the day. The maximum occupancy per room is four travelers. One Room Selection If you are a party of more than four guests or desire to have separate rooms, please create separate bookings. Avoid traveling in a different bus? If you have more than one booking, please provide all confirmation numbers once your bookings are complete.

Arrival private transfer from San Antonio Airport to San Antonio
Travel in comfort in a private air-conditioned vehicle
No need to worry about flight delays with flight tracking
All taxes and fees already included so there are no surprises

What To Expect

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Chicago

Today we will set out from Chicago. At noon, we will visit the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum where collects almost all kinds of race cars from 1909. Following, we will take a quick visit to Indiana Statehouse. Stay overnight in London, KY.

Itinerary:

Chicago → Indianapolis → Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum (Optional, 60 mins) → Indiana Statehouse (30 mins) → Hotel

• Admission Ticket Free

Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is an automotive museum on the grounds of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana, United States, which houses the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame. It is intrinsically linked to the Indianapolis 500 and Brickyard 400, but it also includes exhibits reflecting other forms of motorsports, passenger cars, and general automotive history. In 2006, it celebrated its 50th anniversary. The museum foundation possesses several former Indianapolis 500-winning cars, and they are regularly rotated onto the display floor exhibits.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Indiana Statehouse

The Indiana Statehouse is the Indiana State Capitol building of the U.S. state of Indiana. It is located in the state capital Indianapolis at 200 West Washington Street. The building houses the Indiana General Assembly, the office of the Governor of Indiana, the Supreme Court of Indiana, and other state officials. It was Built in 1888, and is the fifth building to house the state government.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

London

In the morning, we will leave London for the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. Many kinds of animals inhabit here, and there are about 1,500 species of bears alone. So it will be a great opprtunity to see the wild bears! Then follow us and take a visit Gatlinburg. You may take the cable car to the mountain top. Following, we will go to Pigeon Forge, where you can visit the Titanic Museum built to commemorate the sinking of the “Titanic” and enjoy the most famous local song and dance performance at your own expense.

Itinerary:

Great Smoky Mountain Park In-depth Tour (Mandatary, 2 hours, including the Great Smoky Mountain Cable Car + Newfound Gap Observation Deck + Clingmans Peak) → Gatlinburg (100 mins) → Pigeon Forge → Titanic Museum (Optional, 60 mins)

• Admission Ticket Free

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountain Park In-depth Tour (Mandatary, 2 hours, head to Newfound Gap)

Great Smoky Mountains here we come! 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

Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg is a city known for its charm and beauty, and winter is no exception. From magical holiday traditions to pristine skiing slopes, Gatlinburg offers plenty of ways to delight in the season’s best activities. Discover the best of Gatlinburg’s inspiring landscapes and small-town allures when the temperatures drop.

1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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 • Admission Ticket Not Included

Knoxville

After breakfast, we will head to Chattanooga and explore the magnificent Lookout Mountain and Ruby Falls which is a 145-foot high underground waterfall located within Lookout Mountain. Following, we will take a visit to Rock City. Finally, we’ll take the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway.

Itinerary:

Chattanooga → Lookout Mountain → Ruby Fall (Optional, 90 mins) → Rock City (Optional, 75 mins) → Lookout Mountain Incline Railway (Optional, 75 mins) → Hotel

• Admission Ticket Free

Ruby Falls

A breathtaking 145-foot underground waterfall is a natural wonder. It is located over 1,120 feet below the surface of Lookout Mountain. It is fed by rainwater and underground springs and the water from the falls eventually flows into the Tennessee River.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Rock City Tap

On the top of the Rock City, it is said seven neighboring states might be seen from Lover’s Leap – you can find out whether it is true or not. However, we are sure you will be amazed by the breathtaking panoramic views of the natural landscape, massive ancient rock formations, and gardens with over 400 native plant species.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Point Park – Lookout Mountain Battlefields

This historic hilltop on the southern border of Tennessee has a colorful history as a place of importance during wartime. Most notably, it was the centerpiece of the Battle of Lookout Mountain during the American Civil War. This team has been running almost continually since 1895 and except for an engine update in 1911, it hasn’t changed very much in more than 100 years of operation. The ride stretches about one mile up the mountain and the incline reaches a breathtaking 72.7% grade – almost straight up! Enjoy the “America’s Most Amazing Mile“ aboard!

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Chicago

Today, you will head to visit Mammoth Cave National Park at your own expense. The first human to enter Mammoth Cave passed under its imposing arch about 4,000 years ago. Now, you can explore the winding caverns for yourself. Then, we will back to Chicago.

Itinerary:

Mammoth Cave National Park (Optional, 120 mins) → Chicago

• Admission Ticket Free

Mammoth Cave

Mammoth Cave has drawn people from all walks of life for thousands of years to its dark subterranean depths, lush forests, and Green River Valley. Here they endured and left an everlasting impression on the history and culture of the South Central Kentucky region. Explore Mammoth Cave’s impact on our human story and learn how so many people are forever connected to this land.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
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. This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. Any purchased ticket cannot be refunded for lower prices.
5. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday 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. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday 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. 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.
12. 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.
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.
14. Only for products with airport pick-up service: only one pick-up service within the free pick-up time range is provided for each order. If it is impossible to arrange due to weather and flight delay, etc., please pay for your own transportation costs.
*Mammoth Cave National Park Age restriction: Tour participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and above.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

Included/Excluded

Professional vehicles transportation (Vehicle used based on the number of guests attending that day)
Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide) .
Hotel (Nights are one day less than the total number of tour days).
the Great Smoky Mountain Cable Car Newfound Gap Observation Deck Clingmans Peak
Breakfast (3)

Lunch and dinner.
Transportation to the departure boarding point.
Any expenses and personal expenses that are not listed in Fee Included.
Gratuities.
Optional attraction fee in Itinerary (Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide).
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Adult:$15.00; Senior (62 ):$14.00; Child (6-15):$8.00;
Titanic Museum Pigeon Forge Adult:$37.75; Senior (65 ):$37.75; Child (5-12):$18.66;
Incline Railway Adult:$15.00; Senior (65 ):$15.00; Child (3-12):$7.00;
Rock city Adult:$32.05; Senior (65 ):$32.05; Child (3-12):$21.35;
Ruby Falls Adult:$28.35; Senior (65 ):$27.26; Child (3-12):$17.43;
Mammoth Cave National Park Adult:$12.00 - $27.00; Child(6-12):$9.00 - $22.00;

Durations

4 days (approx.)

Tour's Location

201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

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