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Asheville Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour 5.5 hr

TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10

ExcellentTop 1% in Asheville

712 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Asheville
  • 5 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Hike to three waterfalls, explore protected forests, and enjoy Blue Ridge Parkway scenery with a local guide from Asheville.

About this tour

Follow Asheville’s mountain roads to cascading waterfalls and sweeping Blue Ridge views on this guided hiking tour. A local guide picks you up at lodging within 3 miles of the city center, or arranges a meeting point for guests staying farther away.

Ride in a climate-controlled van through mountain scenery to visit three waterfalls and two protected forests. When weather allows, the route also includes a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, the iconic road connecting two national parks. The hiking portion covers about 3 miles at a comfortable pace, with time to stop at the falls. Drinks and a snack are provided, and the small group is capped at eight travelers.

This Asheville Blue Ridge Parkway and Waterfall Hiking Tour suits visitors ready for a moderate day outdoors. Dress for the weather and consider the walking distance before booking. Reserve your place to experience Asheville’s waterfalls and mountain scenery with a knowledgeable local guide.

Highlights

  • Hike to three impressive waterfalls through protected forests
  • Take in mountain scenery along the Blue Ridge Parkway, weather permitting
  • Travel in a climate-controlled van with a local guide
  • Enjoy included drinks and a snack

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off within 3 miles of the city center
  • Driver and guide
  • Drink and snack

Not included

  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required for the tour to run; solo travelers are welcome
  • Maximum group size is 8 people
  • The hike covers approximately 3 miles at a comfortable pace, with stops at the waterfalls
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, back problems, poor cardiovascular health, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
  • Not suitable for participants who have had a knee or hip replacement within the last year
  • Not recommended for children under 10; the description also says the tour is not suitable for children under 12
  • No pets permitted
  • Operates in most weather conditions; dress appropriately
  • Pickup is available within 3 miles of the city center; travelers staying farther away can arrange a meeting place and time
  • The tour returns to Asheville at approximately 1:30 p.m.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately 330 minutes, or 5.5 hours.

How much hiking is involved?

The hiking portion covers approximately 3 miles at a comfortable pace, with stops at the waterfalls.

Where is pickup available?

Pickup and drop-off are available at lodging within 3 miles of the city center. If you are staying farther away, a meeting place and time can be arranged.

What is the maximum group size?

The tour is limited to 8 people and requires at least 2 bookings to run. Individual travelers are welcome.

Is the tour suitable for children?

The information gives conflicting age guidance: one section says it is not recommended for children under 10, while the description says it is not suitable for children under 12.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.97 on Viator and 5.00 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 9.4. Top 1% in Asheville means it ranks in the top 1% of tours in Asheville by this score.

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