Smoky Mountain Guided Scenic High Van Tour

4.7
(14 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Leave the driving to us as we take you to the top of the Smoky Mountains to enjoy the sea of mountains. Your guide will stop along the way for several photo stops as you learn about the human and natural history of the Smokies. Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control.

What's Included

Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional naturalist guide
Gratuity for your guide.
Drinks are not provided. Please bring plenty of water.
Rain Gear - We do have emergency ponchos on hand if needed.
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

If multiple groups sign up for this tour, we will be in touch before the date of your tour to give you a specific meeting time.

OR
Meeting point
Sugarlands Visitor Center

At the Visitors Center, we meet at the flagpole. If we meet you at the Visitors Center, you will need a Parking Tag to leave your vehicle there. There are kiosks out front where you can get your tag. Day tags are $5 and Weekly tags are $15.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    A Walk In The Woods

    We will meet at the Sugarland's Visitor Center where you will have a chance to explore the Park museum and support the Park with your gift purchases at the book store.  From there, we will travel up the mountain and learn the human and natural history of the Park before getting out and experiencing a slice of the famous AT. Your guide will regale you with stories of the Cherokee, the settlers, the Civil War history and the creation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Stop and experience beautiful vistas, learn the medicinal and edible uses of wild plants, take your time as you soak in the beauty of these ancient mountains.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Sugarlands Visitors Center

    Departure and return location.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Newfound Gap Road

    Newfound Gap Road has many scenic vistas and points of interest.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A maximum of 14 people per booking
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control. We require a minimum of 2 people to operate this tour. We operate rain or shine.
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Bus Tours
Walking Tours
Eco Tours
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Small Group
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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