Sights of Smoky Mountains, Real Local History

4.5
(62 reviews)
Sevierville, USA

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Enjoy an all-day 6-hour sightseeing bus tour of sights in and around The Great Smoky Mountains. This tour also includes a 1-hour lunch break stop. This tour will start at the Apple Barn, go through Pigeon Forge, and then head into Gatlinburg for a short tour of the city and its history, then up the mountain to Rockefeller Memorial then back down into Townsend for our lunch break, and then the Foothills Parkway before going back thru Wears Valley towards Pigeon Forge. Along the way, you will hear amazing stories of local history, shop in some unique local stores, be introduced to some of the best local dining establishments, and see some of the best sights, with some of the most amazing views in the Smoky Mountains. You will be guided by a born and raised local who knows all about what these areas have to offer. This tour was created by a 7th-generation local and is the most in-depth tour in the area. With roots going back over 220 years no one knows more.

What's Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Local guide
Driver/guide
Stories and Information
Gratuities
We will make a 1 hour lunch stop, the meal is not included. You must buy your own food or bring your own if you have strict dietary needs.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please check in with the tour driver at the meeting point. The driver will be parked in front of the Apple Barn Creamery in a van or bus. We do not have an office, you just need to check in with your driver when you arrive. If you have any issues finding the vehicle please communicate with us.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    We will be spending about 3 hours inside the park in various areas such as Newfound Gap, Elkmont, Metcalf Bottoms, Etc. There are some areas with stops and some areas we just pass through.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We will drive through the old vacation resort called Daisy Town, the Ghost Town of Elkmont. We do not always stop here but we provide information about the historic area.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will make a stop in Townsend for 1 hour to give guests time to enjoy lunch and a bit of shopping at a local store stocked full of locally made gifts and creations.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We will make 2 stops on the parkway for photos over the valley.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Child tickets MUST order from the child menu at lunch. No exceptions
Supplied by Tennessee Mountain Tours

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Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
City Tours
Seasonal
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

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

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