Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour from Asheville
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
We pick you up at your hotel or lodging! A seasoned local guide will pick you up at your accommodation within 3 miles of city center (One North Pack Square) or will meet you at the Asheville Visitor Center if you are staying outside that distance. The excursion will take you through beautiful mountain scenery on the way to visit three impressive waterfalls and two protected forests as well as a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway (weather permitting) to discover the amazing views surrounding this iconic road that connects two National Parks.
We provide comfortable seating in a climate controlled van. Drinks/snacks are included.
IMPORTANT Guest should be prepared for walking approximately 3 miles on the hiking portion of this tour over a period of 2 hours, including stops at the falls and you should feel comfortable walking this distance before making a booking. The tour is not suitable for children under 12.
We will return to Asheville by approximately 1:30 p.m.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum of 2 people per booking required before tour will run, individual travelers welcome
Maximum of 8 people per tour
Not suitable for participants who have had a knee or hip replacement within the last year
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
Hike is at a comfortable pace for approximately 3.0 miles about 1 1/2 miles per hour for hiking portion of the tour
Operates in most weather conditions; please dress appropriately
No pets permitted on this tour
Not recommended for children under 10 years of age
What To Expect
Blue Ridge Parkway
The tour includes a drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, (when open), an American treasure well known for its scenic beauty and remarkable mountain views. (Note: During winter months the Blue Ridge Parkway may be closed due to ice and snow)
Pisgah Forest
Sit back , relax and enjoy this stunning drive to our first waterfall in Pisgah National Forest before traveling a short distance to visit two more falls in a beautiful state forest. Along the way you'll listen to interesting stories about the rich history of the area that has been attracting people to the area for generations.
Options
8:00am Waterfall Tour
This Blue Ridge Waterfall Hiking Tour departs at 8:30am . We will see some spectacular scenery and hike approximately 3-miles through a beautiful forest on Blue Ridge Parkway! Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off within 3-miles of city center
Driver/guide
Drink and snack
Gratuities
A meeting place and time for pickup can be arranged if you are more than 3 miles from city center
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
635 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience
Meagan C,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was absolutely amazing and incredibly professional. I decided to take a birthday trip from Texas to Asheville, North Carolina, and wanted to experience the beauty of the mountains. From the very beginning, Tony made the experience exceptional by personally picking up each hiker from their hotel, which was both thoughtful and appreciated. The tour itself was outstanding. It was informative, engaging, and gave me a much deeper appreciation for the area. I learned so much and truly enjoyed every moment. Asheville is a beautiful place, and Tony helped make my birthday trip even more memorable. I’ll definitely be returning to Asheville later this year, and when I do, I’ll be booking another tour with Tony. Highly recommended!
Tony is the best! He made...
lisa j,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony is the best! He made it so easy and super fun with tons of information about the area about the mountains. He also brought snacks and water which was really amazing too. It was such a beautiful easy hike. It was honestly exactly what I wanted. I would go again and I would highly recommend
Three old farts go to three waterfalls.
506laurig,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended. Great hike. Beautiful waterfalls. Our guide was very friendly and informative. Loved that he picked us up at our hotel and delivered us back safely.
Travel with Tony - that's no baloney!
Ellen M,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was right on time, kept us well hydrated and snacked, and was a wealth of knowledge about the Asheville area, particularly the Blue Ridge Parkway. More than satisfied - this is the tour to take.
Blue Ride Parkway and waterfalls
Denise W,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Not to be missed when visiting the Asheville area. Tony was very knowledgeable and personable. He had everything covered including snacks and waters in the van.
Mountain views, waterfalls with a no rush pace.
CMCG64,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful views of the mountains from an overlook, 2.7 mile walk/hike through the forest(no bugs!), with slight elevations. No rush, take the time to stop for a few seconds whenever necessary. Tony is an excellent guide- nice personality, good driver, with great information. Water bottles and snacks(great variety) provided. Many opportunities to use restrooms before and after the hike. Oh, beautiful waterfalls!
Friendly guide and fantastic water falls. Great way to see the Blue Ridge parkway and take a hike
Michael B,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour of Blue Ridge Parkway
Tony was an amazing tour...
Mandy S,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was an amazing tour guide, providing the highest level of hospitality and service! He was professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour! It was a wonderful combination of beautiful overlooks and scenery, along with a great hike to two showstopping waterfalls. Fantastic experience!
Must see gorgeous waterfalls!
shanspenc,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was so prepared and had anything we might need. You can tell he truly loves his job! It was an added bonus that he picked us up and dropped us up right at our hotel. It was a pretty easy hike, and we got to see 3 amazing waterfalls! Highly recommended!
Great hike in beautiful mountains
Chris D,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tony was a great guide. He picked us up at our hotel and took us to Blue Ridge and Pisgah. We did a nice hike and saw multiple waterfalls. He had snacks and water for the group and then dropped us back at the hotel.
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