The "Classic" National Park Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
This trip begins as we pickup at our location in Gatlinburg, TN. We travel in comfortable and eco-friendly vans to our first stop at the remains of a long-gone resort town dating back more than 100 years. We'll learn about the history of logging in the Smokies, the lives of the early Appalachian pioneers, and the founding of the national park. From here we'll travel up the mountains on one of the most scenic roads in the southeast. Along the way we'll stop at scenic overlooks for pictures, questions, and interpretation of the area. Finally we arrive at Newfound Gap and the 5,000 foot-high boarder between Tennessee and North Carolina. Here we will learn about the 2,200 mile-long Appalachian Trail and the the site where President Franklin Roosevelt gave the park dedication in 1940.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Options
The "Classic" National Park Tour
Reviews
172 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Smokey Mountains tour is great.
Joanne R,
Apr 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Enjoyable tour and Phillip added many historical stories. Would highly recommend this tour. He hit all the right sites and willing to change to what we all wanted to see.
Wonderful tour and knowledgeable guide Philip (snacks and bottled water a plus).
Marcy k,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a wonderful experience. Well worth it. Philip was extremely knowledgeable and very accommodating to all of the different things the group wanted to do. Even if you wanted to explore the park on your own later he was able to tell us good spots to hike or visit. Having a history of different areas of the park made the majestic beauty of this park more memorable!
Knowledgeable and Friendly!
Jamie C,
Mar 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00The van was comfortable and clean. Our guide Clayton was super friendly and knowledgeable. Lots of opportunities for views and pictures. Highly recommend.
Wes and Hannah were...
Stacy B,
Mar 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wes and Hannah were amazing!! Very knowledgeable and a lot of fun! Definitely recommend for a family fun adventure.
Lots of fun
Diedra H,
Mar 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour guide person was very friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour. We visited cabins and we saw the fisherman’s coves. The top view of the mountain and all of the walking trails where excellent.
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