4-Day Tennessee Great Smoky Mountain Tour from New York
Cold air rushing out of a limestone sinkhole atop a big hill west of Luray – Luray Caverns. Take a two-day in-depth tour in Tennessee getting to know the local native culture. Get to know the real truths behind the sinking of the “unsinkable” Titanic at Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge. Take a visit at Ruby Falls, with pure beauty of nature of waterfalls and cavers, and travel America’s Most Amazing Mile on the Incline Railway. Visit Natural Bridge, and relive the memorial legend of the third president of the United States!
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ItineraryDay 1: New York --Virginia CavernsPass By: New York City, New York City, New York
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.
Stop At: Luray Caverns, 101 Cave Hill Rd, Luray, VA 22835-5260
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!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: New York City, New York City, New York
Est. Travel time between locations. Starting from pick up in the morning, then to attractions and to the hotel.
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel：
Quality Inn Roanoke Airport；
Or La Quinta Inn Roanoke Salem；
Or Same level；
Day 2: Great Smoky Mountains --Pigeon ForgePass By: Tennessee, USA
In the morning we head to Tennessee, known as a home for country music. We will stop at a welcome center and continue the trip with more knowledge to the musical history and heritage of Tennessee. After a stop in Gatlinburg, We will drive through the Great Smoky Mountains. Back to Pigeon Forge which is a family-friendly mountain town within the Smokies. Here we can visit the Titanic Museum and attend the most visited dinner attraction in America: Dixie Stampede.
Itinerary:
Hotel → Tennessee → Gatlinburg (100 mins) → Great Smoky Mountains (Optional, Visit the most popular scenic point of the Park is Newfound Gap) → Pigeon Forge → Titanic Museum (Optional, 60 mins) → Dolly Parton's Stampede (Optional, 150 mins) → Hotel
Stop At: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 107 Park Headquarters Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4102
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!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Titanic Museum Attraction, 2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-2995
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, 3849 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-3815
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.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Tennessee, Tennessee
Est. Travel time between locations. Starting from pick up in the morning, then to attractions and to the hotel.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Hotel breakfast.
Accommodation included: Hotel：
Quality Inn Chattanooga Shallowford Rd；
Or Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga/Hamilton Place；
Or Same level；
Day 3: Chattanooga --Lookout MountainPass By: Chattanooga, Chattanooga, Tennessee
We will spend the day exploring Chattanooga, and the surrounding area. The itinerary includes heading to Lookout Mountain to take the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, see the Ruby Falls and then visit the Rock City.
Itinerary:
Chattanooga → Heading to Lookout Mountain → Ruby Falls (Optional, 90 mins) → Rock City (Optional, 75 mins) → Lookout Mountain Incline Railway (Optional, 75 mins)
Stop At: Ruby Falls, 1720 Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37409-1163
A breathtaking 145-foot underground waterfall is a natural wonder. It is located over 1,120 feet below the surface of Lookout Mountain. It is fed by rainwater and underground springs and the water from the falls eventually flows into the Tennessee River.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Rock City, 1400 Patten Rd, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750-2600
On the top of the Rock City, it is said seven neighboring states might be seen from Lover's Leap - you can find out whether it is true or not. However, we are sure you will be amazed by the breathtaking panoramic views of the natural landscape, massive ancient rock formations, and gardens with over 400 native plant species.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Point Park - Lookout Mountain Battlefields, Hwy 148, Lookout Mountain, TN
This historic hilltop on the southern border of Tennessee has a colorful history as a place of importance during wartime. Most notably, it was the centerpiece of the Battle of Lookout Mountain during the American Civil War. This team has been running almost continually since 1895 and except for an engine update in 1911, it hasn't changed very much in more than 100 years of operation. The ride stretches about one mile up the mountain and the incline reaches a breathtaking 72.7% grade – almost straight up! Enjoy the “America’s Most Amazing Mile“ aboard!
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Hotel breakfast.
Accommodation included: Hotel：
La Quinta Inn Roanoke Salem；
Or Quality Inn Roanoke Airport；
Or Same level；
Day 4: Nature Bridge --New YorkPass By: Virginia, Virginia
We will go visit and see the Natural Bridge of rich history. Natural Bridge was formed when a cavern collapsed a very long time ago and left the span that stands today. The bridge was called by Thomas Jefferson “the most sublime of nature's works”.
Itinerary：
Virginia → Natural Bridge (Optional, 60 mins) → New York/New Jersey
Stop At: Natural Bridge State Park, 6477 S Lee Hwy, Natural Bridge, VA 24578-5000
This National Historic Landmark is a unique natural stone arch that spans 90 feet. It was considered sacred to the local Native Americans and has wowed modern-day Americans from Thomas Jefferson to Herman Melville. Legend holds that a young George Washington surveyed the Natural Bridge site for Lord Fairfax. The initials “GW” were carved into the side of the bridge. It is said that till 1774, just before the American Revolution and writing of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson purchased 157 acres of land including the Natural Bridge from King George III of England for 20 shillings. Virginia's Natural Bridge has been fascinating travelers for hundreds of years.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: New York City, New York City, New York
Est. Travel time between locations. Starting from pick up in the morning, then to attractions and heading back to New York City
Duration: 10 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Hotel breakfast.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Near public transportation"
"Stroller accessible"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"1. Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. In consideration of the guest safety, pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less by the end of the trip."
"2. Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate flight information, tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. Any losses due to inaccurate or invalid information will be at your own cost and the company will not be held responsible."
"3. Various hotels may have different deposit policy passengers need to comply with. No specific bed type or the position of the tour can be guaranteed at each hotel. Usually 2-4 people can stay in each room maximally. Hotel check-in time starts at 15:00."
"4. Any guests that have already purchased their own tickets or have a city PASS will not be able to use it on the tour. Please understand that you must purchase the admission tickets through our company in order to participate. For the optional admission tickets, you will reserve it from the tour guide directly. The tour guide will make this arrangement for you. As a tour group, it is highly suggested to make a reservation together rather than individually in order to get into an attraction. We greatly appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you again for choosing to tour with us! "
"5. The operator have the right to make appropriate adjustments to the itinerary under the conditions of facilitating the operation for the tour group. This, however, will not reduce the items that should be included in the itinerary."
"6. During the actual trip, the tour guide or driver has the right to appropriately adjust the tour sequence, stay time or assembly time of scenic spots according to the weather, traffic, and other conditions to ensure the smooth progress of the trip."
"7. If the scenic spots are temporarily closed or closed on a particular holiday, etc., the tour guide will adjust the appearance according to the actual situation or replace the location with another scenic spot to ensure the richness of the itinerary. The opening hours and capacity limits of certain attractions and national parks will be subject to change from time to time due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When the operating hours and capacity restrictions have an impact on the itinerary, it shall be regarded as force majeure. Thank you for your understanding."
"8. Children under the age of 8 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. The operator provide the rental service for $10.00/person/day. Please make a request when booking the itinerary so that we may have the booster seat ready in advance. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel, and the fee can be refunded to the guest."
"9. Normal health conditions are required to participate and enjoy our full itineraries. Contact us for specific policies or information regarding passengers with disabilities who do need to provide advance notification to make a reservation. JUPITER LEGEND Corporation and Ctour Holiday do not guarantee a wheelchair lift-equipped bus and/or seating availability to disabled passengers without prior notification and approval."
"10. We may alter these terms and conditions from time to time and post the new version on the website. It is your responsibility to check it on the website regularly and prior to making a reservation. Unless specifically stated otherwise herein or required by law, JUPITER LEGEND Corporation shall not be liable for any consequential, compensatory, indirect, incidental or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with the performance of its obligations under these terms and conditions."
"11. Gift items in the itinerary that cannot be given away due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather conditions or personal reasons may be subject to change. Please understand that the fees will not be refunded."
"12. This product is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group, please inform in advance, and obtain the consent of the tour guide. You need to sign the departure agreement form and the unfinished part will be regarded as your own abandonment. The group fee will not be refunded."
"13. Smoking is prohibited aboard the bus in accordance with Federal law and prohibited in most hotel rooms. Customers are responsible for any penalty charged by the hotel in a non-smoking room at least $250 per night."
"Special Notes: We will visit Shenandoah Caverns instead in case of Luray Caverns close. If the Dolly Parton's Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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 55 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 4 Days
Ponto de partida: 1: 99 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, USA
2: 125 18th St, Jersey City, NJ 07310, USA
3: 13330 39th Ave, Flushing, NY 11354, USA
4: 6102 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220, USA
5: 118 Greenwood Ave, Edison, NJ 08817, USA
6: 21 S 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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