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Great Smoky Mountains Driving Tour

Explore the Great Smoky Mountains on a 180-minute driving tour, featuring Clingmans Dome and captivating stories from a live guide.

Gatlinburg
3 hrs
4.47Rating:
1 provider liveLast updated: May 3, 2026

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Embark on a scenic driving tour through the high elevations of the Great Smoky Mountains. This 180-minute adventure takes you past the Appalachian Trail and along the Crest of the Smokies, offering breathtaking views above 5,000 feet. Your knowledgeable guide will share captivating Native American stories and geographical insights, bringing the mountains to life. Journey into the North Carolina side of the National Park to witness the forest's remarkable recovery from logging. The tour culminates at Clingmans Dome, the park's highest point at 6,643 feet. Weather permitting, enjoy an optional short walk through the unique spruce-fir forest. Don't miss this chance to explore the natural beauty and rich history of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Pros

  • Explore the Great Smoky Mountains
  • Learn Native American stories
  • Visit Clingmans Dome
  • Discover the Appalachian Trail
  • Enjoy breathtaking vistas
  • Experience the reclaimed forest

Includes

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks

Excludes

    $85
    4.47Rating:

    Tour Highlights

    • Explore the Great Smoky Mountains
    • Learn Native American stories
    • Visit Clingmans Dome
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