The Mountains Are Calling Driving Tour to Newfound Gap

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About this activity

Your trip begins at Sugarlands Visitor Center, where you’ll meet your naturalist guide from A Walk in the Woods. From there, we’ll travel up into Great Smoky Mountains, stopping along the way for sweeping mountain views, photo opportunities, and stories that bring the Smokies to life.

This guided driving tour includes several beautiful overlooks where you can take in the famous “sea of mountains,” learn about the natural and human history of the park, and visit the Rockefeller Memorial at Newfound Gap, located on the Tennessee and North Carolina border.

After enjoying the views from Newfound Gap, we’ll stretch our legs with a short walk on the famous Appalachian Trail. Depending on the day and group, your guide may also lead you on a gentle history walk near a clear mountain stream, and perhaps even taste a seasonal wild mountain treat.

Duration: 2.5 Hours | Difficulty: Easy | Ages: All

Meeting Location: Sugarlands Visitors Center or Downtown Gatlinburg

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English
Operated by: A Walk in the Woods

Ages: Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–59 years) · Seniors (60–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional naturalist guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuity for your guide.
Not included: Bottled water: Drinks are not provided. Please bring plenty of water.
Not included: Rain Gear - We do have emergency ponchos on hand if needed.
Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

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.
Sugarlands Visitors Center

Departure and return location.
Newfound Gap Road

20 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

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.

Pickup points

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Gatlinburg Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Gatlinburg Downtown
Mountain House Motor Inn Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gatlinburg, TN
Baymont by Wyndham Gatlinburg on the River
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites On The River
East Side Motel
Super 8 by Wyndham Downtown Gatlinburg at Convention Center
Margaritaville Resort Gatlinburg
Mountain Heritage Inn
Gatlinburg Village Motel
Le Conte View Motel

and 43 more pickup points

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.

Using your ticket

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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.