One of the most biodiverse spots in the nation, the Blue Ridge Parkway shouldn’t just be driven—it deserves to be seen on foot, with a naturalist leading the way. This trip begins and ends at 1 River Arts Pl, in Asheville, North Carolina. For  more information or to book this activity, click here.

With your guide at the helm, you and your small group will hike to gorgeous waterfalls, up to panoramic mountain views, and through the technicolor meadows, hills, and valleys that make Asheville and the Pisgah National Forest so beloved. This trip costs $99.00 and lasts about 5 and a half hours.

Spend a half-day following in the footsteps of a naturalist. Witness several of the Asheville area’s most prized waterfalls. Wander the Pisgah National Forest across ~3 miles for fantastic views. With a maximum of 9 travelers, you’ll get a more personalized hiking experience.

This tour will likely sell out as group sizes are very small, so be sure to book this one early. The tour will take you to some of the most scenic parts of the forest, parts only locals know about. For  more information or to book this activity, click here.

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