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Sights of Smoky Mountains, Real Local History

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Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy an all-day 6-hour sightseeing bus tour of sights in and around The Great Smoky Mountains. This tour also includes a 1-hour lunch break stop. This tour will start at the Apple Barn, go through Pigeon Forge, and then head into Gatlinburg for a short tour of the city and its history, then up the mountain to Rockefeller Memorial then back down into Townsend for our lunch break, and then the Foothills Parkway before going back thru Wears Valley towards Pigeon Forge. Along the way, you will hear amazing stories of local history, shop in some unique local stores, be introduced to some of the best local dining establishments, and see some of the best sights, with some of the most amazing views in the Smoky Mountains. You will be guided by a born and raised local who knows all about what these areas have to offer. This tour was created by a 7th-generation local and is the most in-depth tour in the area. With roots going back over 220 years no one knows more.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Child tickets MUST order from the child menu at lunch. No exceptions

Infant tickets DO NOT include a meal and must share with parents

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Local guide

Driver/guide

Stories and Information

Gratuities

We will make a 1 hour lunch stop, the meal is not included. You must buy your own food or bring your own if you have strict dietary needs.

What To Expect

1

Great Smokey Mountains National Park

We will be spending about 3 hours inside the park in various areas such as Newfound Gap, Elkmont, Metcalf Bottoms, Etc. There are some areas with stops and some areas we just pass through.

3 hours•Admission Not Applicable
2

Elkmont Ghost Town

We will drive through the old vacation resort called Daisy Town, the Ghost Town of Elkmont. We do not always stop here but we provide information about the historic area.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

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Sights of Smoky Mountains, Real Local History

Reviews

4.54

61 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • A nice day !!

    nabby,

    Oct 8, 2023

    - Viator

    4.00

    Overall was a nice day , some great spots we stopped at. Lunch was very good. Justin are guide was very informative with the history of the Tennessee Smokies.

  • Amazing!

    Rodolfo C,

    Sep 27, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    Experience and lunch was amazing! Our driver Mr Dustin had a lots of knowledge of the tour and help to explain and answer any questions that we might have had. If anyone would like to see and get a good experience of the Smoky Mountains this is the trip we would recommend. Amazing!!!

  • Great Tour!

    Mark K,

    Aug 27, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    Great tour guide had lot of info about the area. Made accommodations for limited mobility. Saw a lot of the area.

  • Great times wood good friends!!

    Brian S,

    Aug 27, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    Pam, was great!!! Really catered to the group, and very informative!! Lunch was awesome and VERY worth the cost of the trip!!

  • Amazing!

    SUBHRATA S,

    Aug 23, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had an excellent tour guide/driver - Pam. She was wonderful and gave us an amazing tour!! Money well spent!

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