• Newfound Gap Road - Continue your journey to Newfound Gap, a breathtaking mountain pass with significant historical importance. Discover the tales of trappers, farmers, and merchants who once traversed the Smokies, and how this gap transformed their journeys.

Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

• Mingus Mill - As you drive, consider a detour to Mingus Mill, an 1886 grist mill that remains fully operational! On weekends, witness the mill operators grinding corn just as they did in the 1800s.
• Clingmans Dome Visitor Contact Station - As you head towards Clingman’s Dome, you’ll soon spot its renowned observation tower. Experience the Great Smoky Mountains like never before from this vantage point!
• Quiet Walkways - Your first major stop is the Beech Flats Quiet Walkway, ideal for those wishing to immerse themselves in the mountain’s natural beauty without a strenuous hike.
• Morton Overlook - Next, you’ll arrive at Morton Overlook, famous for its breathtaking sunsets.
• Oconaluftee Visitor Center - Begin your scenic drive through the majestic Smoky Mountains at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Prepare to explore the Smokies and understand why it’s the most visited National Park in the nation!
• Rockefeller Memorial - Following that is the Rockefeller Memorial, where you’ll learn about Rockefeller’s pivotal role in the park’s history! This memorial was dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt.
• Carlos Campbell Overlook - The next stop is Carlos Campbell Overlook, offering panoramic views of towering mountains and lush forests.
• Morton Mountain Tunnel - Continue through the heart of a mountain via the Morton Tunnel. Discover how politician Ben Morton left his mark on the park.
• Alum Cave Trail - Next, pass by the Alum Cave Trail, leading hikers to the remnants of an old salt mine rich with intriguing history.
• Chimney Tops Overlook - Your route then takes you to Chimney Tops Overlook, where you’ll learn about wildfires in the Smokies and their lasting impact on mountains like this one.
• Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail - Up next is the park’s most accessible trail! Sugarlands Valley Trail is wheelchair and stroller-friendly, offering a wonderful way to explore the scenic wilderness. Delve into the complex history of this valley and its early settlers.
• Clingmans Dome - Next is the most accessible trail in the park: Sugarlands Valley Trail! This picturesque trail is wheelchair and stroller-friendly, providing a fantastic way to explore the wilderness.
• Sugarlands Visitors Center - The tour continues to the Sugarlands Visitor Center, an ideal rest stop and the starting point for several trails.
• Rainbow Falls Trail - The route then leads to the Rainbow Falls Trail, which takes you to the park’s most popular waterfall. At 80 feet, Rainbow Falls is the tallest waterfall in the Smokies, and when the sun hits it just right, it sparkles like a rainbow—hence the name.
• Cataract Falls - Continue to Cataract Falls, a beautiful, secluded waterfall nestled beneath a shaded canopy of beech trees.
• Gatlinburg - Finally, arrive in the charming mountain town of Gatlinburg, where your tour concludes.
• Ripley’s Believe It or Not! - The next stop is perfect for those intrigued by quirky oddities. This unique museum showcases everything from shrunken human heads to rare animal skeletons. Discover how it evolved from a simple comic strip into a national sensation.
• Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail - Follow the road to the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. This driving trail encourages you to slow down and appreciate the forest and historic buildings in the area. It also features three of the park’s most renowned waterfalls!
• Alfred Reagan Tub Mill - The road leads to the Reagan Cabin, showcasing old-time technology with the “tub mill.” Learn about its significance and utility here.
• Grotto Falls Trail - Continue driving to the Grotto Falls trail. While not as grand as Rainbow Falls, this secluded, less crowded waterfall is worth a visit. Along the way, learn about a rare salamander found only here!
• The Place of a Thousand Drips - Why settle for one waterfall when you can enjoy several? The next stop is the Place of a Thousand Drips, where numerous narrow falls converge to create a stunning cascade.
• Baskins Creek Falls - The drive continues to Baskin Creek Falls, a sparkling waterfall with an amusing and slightly misguided history behind its name.
• Ephraim Bales Cabin - Next, pass by the Ephraim Bales Cabin, a glimpse into the 19th century. Hear about the family that lived here and the reason for the large hole in their cabin!
• Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. The expansive landscape features lush forests and a variety of wildflowers that bloom year-round. Streams, rivers, and waterfalls appear along hiking routes, including a segment of the Appalachian Trail. An observation tower crowns Clingmans Dome, the highest peak, offering scenic views of the mist-covered mountains.

NOTE: This 47-mile-long tour covers the highlights of the Great Smoky Mountains in 2-3 hours.

• Ely’s Mill - Next, the drive takes you to Ely’s Mill, a historic mill on the outskirts of Gatlinburg, providing insight into the lives of early Appalachian settlers. Learn about Andrew Ely, the prominent lawyer who changed his life after his wife’s death, left his law practice, and moved to Gatlinburg for a simpler life.
• Gatlinburg - Finally, arrive in the mountain town of Gatlinburg, where you’ll hear about its beginnings with the ill-fated William Ogle, who built the town’s first cabin but never lived there. Discover how the town grew, its struggles during the Civil War, and its evolution into what it is today. This is where the tour officially concludes.

Along the way, you’ll hear many stories, including:
• Ancestral Cherokee Land
• Tsali and the Trail of Tears
• Revolt Against the Ani’kutani
• Sequoyah’s New Storytelling System
• The Milky Way
• Selu’s Sacrifice
• Great Smoky Geology
• Webb View
• Appalachia’s Settlers
• Appalachian Trail
• Ghost Firs of Clingman’s Dome
• Funding the Smokies
• Appalachian Balds
• Balsam Point Quiet Walkway and more.
Explore the captivating Cades Cove and the stunning Great Smoky Mountains by purchasing our special bundle that includes both destinations.

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Recommendation: Purchase one tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can listen together!

Discover the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and find out why it’s the most visited national park in the United States! Experience these renowned mountains while learning about Cherokee history and legends, Appalachian culture, and much more. There’s no better way to explore Clingman’s Dome, Cades Cove, or Rainbow Falls. Additionally, enjoy a complimentary bonus tour of Roaring Forks Motor Trail!

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

Purchase once and use for an entire year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Check the opening hours before your visit.

• How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
• Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

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