Sights of The Great Smoky Mountains Full Day Tour with Lunch

Summary Description

Make your own way to the Shops of Pigeon Forge for a morning departure time. Meet your guide and your group, and then board a bus for your full-day sightseeing tour of the Gatlinburg area.

Begin your tour with a trip to the city of Gatlinburg itself. Discover the Townsend area, drive down Foothills Parkway West, and then head up the mountain to the Rockefeller Memorial.

Then, continue to Wear Valley to learn about the area's history and enjoy lunch at a local cafe (included).

Next, head to the city of Pigeon Forge, known for its fully-operating 1830s grain mill. Your guide will provide informative commentary about the area’s culture and history throughout the tour.

Return to the Shops of Pigeon Forge at the end of the tour.

Description

Enjoy an all day 8-hour sightseeing bus tour of sights in and around The Great Smoky Mountains. This tour also includes lunch at Elvira's Cafe or Hillbillies restaurant in Wears Valley. This tour will start in Pigeon Forge, Head into Gatlinburg for a short tour of the city and its history, then up the mountain to Rockefeller Memorial then back down and into Wears Valley for lunch, then to Townsend, and the Foothills before going back towards Pigeon Forge. Along the way you will hear amazing stories of local history, shop in some of the most unique places, be introduced to some of the best local dining establishments, see some of the best and least known sights, and discover 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. Do more than just see the mountains, experience them like never before.

Included / Excluded
  • Includes lunch at a great local restaurant
  • Driver/guide
  • Local guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Entry/Admission - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  • Entry/Admission - The Little River Railroad and Lumber Company Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Pigeon Forge
  • Gratuities
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 8h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Operated by:

Tennessee Mountain Tours

About operator:

With so many amazing places to visit in the Great Smoky Mountains its hard to pick what to do. With Tennessee Mountain Tours each of our tours are tailored to be fun, educational, entertaining, and UNIQUE. With our tours you are guided by an expert. Someone who was born and raised in the area. A local guide who knows the history, heritage, and all the best places to visit. You will learn things you never knew and see places you didn't think to visit. Do more than just see the mountains, experience them like never before. We offer a tour for every type of person. History, adventure, ghosts, hiking, and learning. We do everything from teach you how to fish to telling you spooky stories of murder and death in the small town of Gatlinburg. Our tours are one of a kind and we even offer a guarantee. Come see us to learn more.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 8 hours