Appalachian Mountains Tours & Trips
Imagine hiking the Appalachian Trail through the Smokies' blue haze, then seeing Dollywood's lights at night. Hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, enjoy cable car rides at Cataract Gorge, and the Biltmore Estate in Asheville. Kentucky's bourbon country deserves its reputation, Vermont's covered bridges photograph beautifully, Nashville's music scene never stops. Fall colors here? Insane.
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I was hoping we'd stop more so that I could take more pictures of foliage but overall I enjoyed all that we did. Brigette is a great person, with a fantastic personality.
New England's Fall Foliage (Classic)Hiking in the Presidential Peaks was a great experience — stunning views, varied trails, and fresh mountain air. Chris, our guide, was well-organized and knowledgeable, keeping the group safe and on track without overdoing it. A memorable trip all around.
Presidential Peaks and the Appalachian TrailWe had such a great time. John is a fantastic guide- with the perfect amount of safety and knowledge. His cooking was great and his guiding was awesome. Highly recommend!
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- New England's Fall Foliage (Classic)
- Bluegrass Country & the Smoky Mountains featuring Louisville, Lexington, Gatlinburg & Asheville (Louisville, KY to Asheville, NC) (2026)
- Vermont Fall Foliage Trek
- Zealand Falls and the White Mountains
- Slackpacking® the Appalachian Trail: Massachusetts (Women-Only)
- USA – 5 Days Blue Ridge Parkway to Great Smoky Mountains
- Spectacular National Parks of Eastern USA (Classic)
- Slackpacking® the Appalachian Trail: Vermont (Women-Only)
- USA – 5 Days Shenandoah – West Virginia Adventure with Rock Climbing via Ferrata
- Hiking Shenandoah: Appalachian Trail & Blue Ridge Mountains (Women-Only)
New England's Fall Foliage (Classic)
“We saw so many historical sites and had a lot of fun along the way!”
Darlene, traveled in September
Autumn paints the Appalachians in brilliant colors along Crawford Notch and White Mountains drives. Loon Mountain Resort's gondola rises to panoramic mountain views, while Diana's Baths waterfalls and Bretton Woods provide stunning Mount Washington vistas.
Duration 8 days Destinations Boston, Stockbridge, Saratoga Springs, Woodstock, Montpelier, Stowe, Shelburne, North Conway, Bretton Woods, KennebunkportSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
- US$5,050
Bluegrass Country & the Smoky Mountains featuring Louisville, Lexington, Gatlinburg & Asheville (Louisville, KY to Asheville, NC) (2026)
The cultural tapestry of Appalachia unfolds from Daniel Boone National Forest to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Kentucky's bourbon legacy lives at Buffalo Trace Distillery, while Tennessee's mountain heritage thrives in Gatlinburg, concluding at Biltmore Estate.
Duration 9 days Destinations Louisville, Bardstown, Lexington, Berea, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
- US$3,599
Green Mountains terrain varies from 1,100 to 2,500 feet elevation. Mount Horrid reveals falcon habitats, while Camel's Hump offers challenging summits. Molly Stark's scenic ridgeline leads to authentic mountain lodges.
Duration 5 days Destinations Burlington, Warren, Stowe Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Wildland Trekking From
- US$4,290
Rugged paths from Crawford Notch lead to South Twin Mountain (4,902 ft) and Mount Guyot (4,580 ft). Remote Galehead Hut and Zealand Falls Hut provide shelter, with fresh-cooked meals and pristine mountain views.
Duration 4 days Destinations Bretton Woods, White Mountains National Forest, Crawford Notch Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Wildland Trekking From
- US$1,955
Duration 8 days Destinations Stockbridge Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Adventures in Good Company From
- US$3,595
Challenging ascents await at Mount Mitchell (5,946 feet) and Clingmans Dome (6,643 feet). MacRae Peak's cable-assisted climb and the 228-foot Mile High Swinging Bridge at Grandfather Mountain offer thrilling adventures.
Duration 5 days Destinations Charlotte, Blowing Rock, Linville, Spruce Pine, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Knoxville Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
- US$2,990
The historic Appalachian Trail at Stony Man connects to Mountain Farm Museum's preserved structures and rich Cherokee heritage at Oconaluftee Village. Scenic drives along Blue Ridge Parkway link multiple mountain viewpoints including Newfound Gap.
Duration 10 days Destinations Washington DC, Shenandoah National Park, New River Gorge National Park, Asheville, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Nashville Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Insight Vacations From
- US$4,895
