Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Driving Tour
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Self-Driving Tour

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£13.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 2 hours to 3 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore the Great Smoky Mountains, America's most-visited national park
  • Hear the Cherokee legends of the celestial dog who created the Milky Way
  • Tap into Appalachian history at a 19th-century grist mill nestled by a picturesque creek
  • On this self-guided adventure, discover what makes the mountains a must-see destination
What to expect

Explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and discover why it's the most visited National Park in the country! Buckle up and prepare for a deep dive into the most famous stretch of the Appalachians. As you drive through these scenic mountains, audio stories will automatically pop up and start playing, allowing you to keep your attention on the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains.

You'll hear all about parts of Cherokee history you've never heard before, like the ancient Cherokee monarchy and the revolutionaries who fought against it! You'll also get to hear detailed accounts of Cherokee ancestral legends about these mountains, from the great buzzard who shaped the Smoky Mountains from clay to the witch whose droplets of blood bloom into stalks of corn. You'll also witness the majesty of Rainbow Falls, the 360-degree views atop Clingmans Dome, and the deep-rooted history of the Elys Mill.

The Great Smoky Mountains are so vast that it can be tricky to find all the best spots. The flexible route allows you to take all the time you need to admire the timeless wonders of the mountains. Along the way, you will be filled in not just on the rich history of the area and the people who have lived here, but also the complex flora and fauna which call these mountains home. Get to know the creatures of Cades Cove and learn how wildfires form an integral part of this vast, interconnected ecosystem.

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What's included
  • check Audio-guided tour
  • check Map
  • check Downloadable APP
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Entrance fees
  • x_not_included Transportation
Where

Oconaluftee Visitor Center, 1194 Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee, NC, USA

Meeting point:
The suggested starting point is near the Oconaluftee Visitor Center on your right as you head north on Route 441 in Cherokee. From there, audio plays automatically.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months
  • Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
  • This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you and attraction tickets are not included. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
  • After booking, check your email and follow the instruction to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
  • Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps. The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
  • Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
  • Temporary update for Cades Cove: Laurel Falls Trail is closed as of January 6, 2025, for about 18 months of rehabilitation work
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Provider
ACTION TOUR GUIDE
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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