Smoky Mountains Bundle Tour: History and Scenery
4.3
57 Ratings
Cherokee
Experience the ultimate Smoky Mountains bundle tour and explore the rich history and breathtaking scenery of this iconic national park. Book now for a lifetime of adventure!
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Oconaluftee Visitor Center - Your drive through the beautiful, majestic Smoky Mountains begins at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Get ready to explore the Smokies and discover why this is the most visited National Park in the country!
What's Included
  • Hands-free GPS audio stories
  • Full itinerary with travel tips and hidden gems
  • No internet needed: Offline GPS map and directions
  • Private tour in your own or rental car
  • Downloadable Tour Guide App with password access
  • Flexible scheduling: Any day, repeatable, no expiration
  • One-time purchase per car, saves money over bus tours
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

You need to purchase only one trip per car, not for each person. Everybody can listen in unison!

Experience the complete essence of the Smoky Mountains with this comprehensive tour package! Traverse the scenic mountain landscape, delve into the deep-rooted history of the Cherokee and the first settlers, and learn why this park receives the most traffic of any national park across the U.S. You’ll explore breathtaking viewpoints, hiking paths and waterfalls on one trip, then immerse yourself in the early frontier and Civil War history during your visit to Cades Cove. If you aim to seize every moment, this offer is a perfect fit.

Upon securing your booking, you can verify your email prior to downloading the Action Tour Guide App, input your exclusive password, and get access to your itinerary. The aforementioned steps necessitate reliable internet/wifi connectivity. Simply follow the narrated directions and path from that point.

This does not serve as an entry ticket. Verify opening times prior to your tour.

No expiry date— Your tour has a lifetime validity!

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
Oconaluftee Visitor Center
Newfound Gap Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(57 Ratings)
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718abbys
Mar 30, 2024
Great Guide - So helpful on our first trip to the Smoky Mountains. Lots of interesting facts and a great guide when our GPS wouldn't load up in the mountains. Highly recommend!
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Mobile24468986677
Mar 29, 2024
Budget friendly way to tour the Smoky’s - Perfect way to see the Smoky Mountains and learn a little about the history. We appreciated the ability to listen and follow the map during no service (due to downloading ahead of time).
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A3681dodavidd
Mar 24, 2024
An excellent way to learn more about the area!!! - I thoroughly loved listening to your self driving tours. The stories, folklore, and added information made the sight-seeing so much better!!! I loved the music at the end of the tour. Thank you for making my first trip to the Smoky mountains so memorable. I definitely recommend the self driving package!!! The Cades Code self drive tour made my experience awesome being a solo traveler. I could safely drive and listen to the tour. So much information and back story I would have missed if I had not purchased the tours. 10 stars!!!!
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H5109ecdans
Dec 18, 2023
We found Santas reindeer! - We really enjoyed the audio tour. Very informative and educational. Filled the time between the sites. We saw 45 Elk on the Cherokee, NC side.
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Vickie_l
Dec 13, 2023
Lots of background inform - Once we understood how it worked, it was was great. The major problem we experienced was operator error. This was because the phone asked if wanted Google map to take us to starting point. It wasn't until we returned back to the starting point 2 times before realizing we had to shut that off and start using the Audio Tour. Overall if an offered for another audio tour was available it be purchased again. Oh yeah FYI be sure to check the weather outlook before heading into the mountains. Especially during winter months even when temps are above freezing as getting out of vehicle for views and hikes are more pleasant when your not bundled up.
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Erin
Nov 27, 2023
Loved the audio tour! - We loved the stories! It worked perfectly since we downloaded it ahead of time. Very interesting to hear about what we were driving by and the old history of the area.
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431pegl
Nov 5, 2023
Smoky vacation - Cades Cove is such a wonderful place to see our past. The buildings are still well maintained and easy accessed. The signs are informative and an asset to each site. The suggested 2 hour visit is not enough time to appreciate this national treasure.
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Whithappie86
Nov 4, 2023
Exactly what we wanted! - Tour was excellent. Great views! You will have several opportunities to take good scenic pictures. You will not be disappointed. Don’t hesitate to do this tour.
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Freedom793504
Oct 22, 2023
Better than a bus tour! - It took a little whle to figure out how to make it work on the car speakers, but that's a phone specific challenge. The tour speaker was easy to understand and had great information. Overall, the tour was amazing and worth the price!
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Shawnlk5495oa
Jan 16, 2024
Got a 10 min tour and no refund - Ridiculous! 0 stars, gates locked and road was closed. Only got to do 10 min of the tour, they should not be selling for this tour if the roads are closed, reached out for a refund but expedia denied it. Don't waste your money!
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