4-Day Tennessee Smoky Mountain Tour from NYC

Day 1 · New York --Virginia Caverns

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   Depart from NYC head to Virginia State, and our first sightseeing at this journey is the most stunning and largest cave of the entire east coast, the Luray Caverns, which is one of the National Natural Landmark of US.

   Itinerary:

   New York/New Jersey depart → Luray Caverns (Optional, 90 mins)

   Special Notes: We will visit Shenandoah Caverns (Optional, 90 mins) instead in case of Luray Caverns close.

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   Luray Caverns

   1 h 30 min Admission not included

   Special Notes: We will visit Shenandoah Caverns (Optional, 90 mins) instead in case of Luray Caverns close.

   Welcome to Luray, Virginia! Today, we will explore the lovely Luray Caverns! In the caverns, we will discover the spectacular geological features of this incredible unearthly location. The caverns contain uniquely shaped Stalactites, which are located in the limestone caves. Fun fact: The Stalactites grow about one inch every 120 years! Which is truly astounding. It is a must-visit destination for anyone of all ages to explore!

Hotel：Comfort Inn Roanoke Airport；BEST WESTERN PLUS Inn at Valley View；Best Western North Roanoke';similar

Day 2 · Great Smoky Mountains --Pigeon Forge

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   In the morning we will head to Tennessee,known as a home for country music.First,let's drive to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and take an in-depth tour.After lunch,we will head to Gatlinburg,which is the only entrance into the Great Smoky Mountains from Tennessee.You can freely explore the surrounding areas of the town and enjoy youself. Then we will head to the Pigeon Forge,where there is a museum built to commemorate the Titanic event. Take a visit to the luxurious stairs and exquisite exhibits. In the evening, you can watch a brilliant show with 32 horses and enjoy a special dinner!

   Itinerary:

   Hotel → Tennessee → Great Smoky Mountain National Park In-depth Tour (Mandatory, 120 mins, including Newfound Gap) → Gatlinburg Free Time (45 mins) → Pigeon Forge → Titanic Museum (75 mins) → Dolly Parton's Stampede (120 mins) → Hotel

   Special Note: If the Dolly Parton's Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show.

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   Great Smoky Mountains National Park

   2 hours Admission included

   Great Smoky Mountain In -depth Tour

   Great Smoky Mountains here we come! Join us today as we experience an in-dept tour of Clingmans Dome! It is the highest mountain with an elevation of 6,643 ft! It offers a spectacular view and fresh air of the mountains! Besides, open areas in the park offer some best opportunities to see wildlife, for example black bear, elk, white-tail deer, as well as kinds of wildflowers!

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   Titanic

   1 h 15 min Admission not included

   Let’s drive to Pigeon Forge where we will visit the Titanic Museum Attraction to sail the seas in 1912! You will get a feel for what the passengers deluxe hallways looked like and learn about the statistics about the ship. As you enter, you will be given a passenger boarding ticket. On this ticket, is the name of an actual Titanic passenger and the class they were traveling. You will learn the individual stories of several passengers. In the Titanic Memorial Room, find out whether your ticketed passenger survived.

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   Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction

   2 hours Admission not included

   1. If the Dolly Parton's Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show.

   Dine in a dinner theatre where you can watch a brilliant show with 32 horses and a cast of top-notch riders plus a mouth-watering four-course feast complete with a delicious dessert! They will thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and competition, pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry. You will also enjoy music, dancing, special effects, and family-friendly comedy along the way.

Hotel Breakfast

Hotel：La Quinta by Wyndham Sevierville / Kodak ; similar

Day 3 · Tennessee -- New River Gorge National Park

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   On this day we will drive to New River Gorge National Park. Although it is the youngest national park in the United States, it is home to one of the oldest rivers in the world. You will see the most visited scenic spot in West Virginia - the New River Gorge Bridge.

   Itinerary:

   Tennessee → West Virginia → New River Gorge National Park (Mandatory, 120 mins)

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   New River Gorge National Park & Preserve

   2 hours Admission included

   New River Gorge National Park is located in the New River Canyon in the south of West Virginia. It was established as the 63rd national park in the United States and is the youngest National Park in the United States so far. The park covers an area of more than 290 square kilometers, where you can enjoy large areas of ancient forests and deep canyons. It is also super rich in natural ecological resources.

Hotel Breakfast

Hotel：Comfort Inn Roanoke Airport；BEST WESTERN PLUS Inn at Valley View；Best Western North Roanoke';similar

Day 4 · Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park --Philadelphia / New York

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   Skyline Drive is up next! It is a breathtaking drive through Luray, VA! Skyline Drive overlooks exclusive scenic views of the Shenandoah National Park! On our drive, you will be able to sight the magnificent Crescent Rock, Stoney Man, Franklin Cliffs, and Harry F. Byrd, Sr. Visitor Center and much more! It is truly an adventure you will not want to miss out on!

   Itinerary:

   Hotel → Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (Mandatory, 135 mins, Including Appalachian National Scenic Trail Hiking for 30 minuntes) → Philadelphia / New York

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   Shenandoah National Park

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   Special notes:

   1. We will enter from Thornton Gap and drive to north exit, this is a one-way tour and lasts 120 mins.

   2. On the winding driveway on the mountains, we will stop at the overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah Valley.

   3. We will also take an easy walk on one of the trails among the mountains. Total 45 for this trail (round trip). If the weather is extreme, the tour guide will cancel the trail trip and add other stops properly.

   4. If the weather is extreme, we will not enter into the National Park. Please understand.

   5. During the period from 10/11 to 11/11, , you will enjoy the poetic and colorful autumn scenery of Shenandoah National Park along the Skyline Highway.

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   Skyline Drive

   2 h 15 min Admission included

   Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (Mandatory, 135 mins, Including Appalachian National Scenic Trail Hiking for 30 minuntes)

   On the winding driveway on the mountains, we will stop at the overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah valleys. A wonderful scenic tour is a must-do in the state of Virginia. Explore with us today what makes the skyline drive in the Shenandoah National Park so unique!

Hotel Breakfast