New York – Virginia Caverns

New York City - Depart from NYC and head to Virginia State, where the first stop is the breathtaking and largest cave on the entire East Coast, the Luray Caverns, a National Natural Landmark of the US.

Itinerary:

New York/New Jersey departure → Luray Caverns (Optional, 90 mins)

Special Notes: If Luray Caverns is closed, we will visit Shenandoah Caverns (Optional, 90 mins) instead.

Luray Caverns - Special Notes: If Luray Caverns is closed, we will visit Shenandoah Caverns (Optional, 90 mins) instead.

Welcome to Luray, Virginia! Today, explore the enchanting Luray Caverns! Discover the stunning geological features of this extraordinary location. The caverns boast uniquely shaped stalactites found in the limestone caves. Fun fact: Stalactites grow about one inch every 120 years! It’s a must-visit destination for explorers of all ages!

New York City - Estimated travel time between locations. Starting with morning pick-up, then to attractions and finally to the hotel.

Great Smoky Mountains – Pigeon Forge

Tennessee - In the morning, head to Tennessee, known as the home of country music. First, drive to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for an in-depth tour. After lunch, head to Gatlinburg, the only entrance into the Great Smoky Mountains from Tennessee. Enjoy free time exploring the town and its surroundings. Then, proceed to Pigeon Forge, home to a museum commemorating the Titanic event. Visit the luxurious staircases and exquisite exhibits. In the evening, enjoy a spectacular show with 32 horses and a special dinner!

Itinerary:

Hotel → Tennessee → Great Smoky Mountain National Park In-depth Tour (Mandatory, 120 mins, including Newfound Gap) → Gatlinburg Free Time (45 mins) → Pigeon Forge → Titanic Museum (75 mins) → Dolly Parton’s Stampede (120 mins) → Hotel

Special Note: If Dolly Parton’s Stampede cannot be booked, the attraction will be replaced with the Hatfield and McCoy Show.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Great Smoky Mountain In-depth Tour

Great Smoky Mountains, here we come! Join us today for an in-depth tour of Clingmans Dome, the highest mountain with an elevation of 6,643 ft! It offers spectacular views and fresh mountain air! Open areas in the park provide excellent opportunities to see wildlife, such as black bears, elk, white-tailed deer, and various wildflowers!

Titanic Museum Attraction - Drive to Pigeon Forge to visit the Titanic Museum Attraction and experience the 1912 voyage! Get a feel for the passengers’ deluxe hallways and learn about the ship’s statistics. Upon entry, receive a passenger boarding ticket with the name of an actual Titanic passenger and their travel class. Discover individual passenger stories. In the Titanic Memorial Room, find out if your ticketed passenger survived.

Tennessee - Estimated travel time between locations. Starting with morning pick-up, then to attractions and finally to the hotel.

Tennessee – New River Gorge National Park

Tennessee - On this day, drive to New River Gorge National Park. Although it is the youngest national park in the United States, it is home to one of the oldest rivers in the world. Visit the most popular scenic spot in West Virginia - the New River Gorge Bridge.

Itinerary:

Tennessee → West Virginia → New River Gorge National Park (Mandatory, 120 mins)

New River Gorge National Park & Preserve - New River Gorge National Park is located in the New River Canyon in southern West Virginia. It was established as the 63rd national park in the United States and is the youngest National Park in the country. The park covers over 290 square kilometers, offering vast areas of ancient forests and deep canyons. It is rich in natural ecological resources.

Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park – Philadelphia / New York

Virginia - Next up is Skyline Drive! This breathtaking drive through Luray, VA, offers exclusive scenic views of Shenandoah National Park! During the drive, sight the magnificent Crescent Rock, Stoney Man, Franklin Cliffs, and Harry F. Byrd, Sr. Visitor Center, among others! It’s an adventure not to be missed!

Itinerary:

Hotel → Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (Mandatory, 135 mins, Including Appalachian National Scenic Trail Hiking for 30 minutes) → Philadelphia / New York

Shenandoah National Park - Special notes:

1. Enter from Thornton Gap and drive to the north exit; this is a one-way tour lasting 120 mins.

2. On the winding mountain drive, stop at overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah Valley.

3. Take an easy walk on one of the mountain trails. Total 45 minutes for this trail (round trip). If the weather is extreme, the tour guide will cancel the trail trip and add other stops as needed.

4. If the weather is extreme, we will not enter the National Park. Please understand.

5. From 10/11 to 11/11, enjoy the poetic and colorful autumn scenery of Shenandoah National Park along the Skyline Highway.

Skyline Drive - Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (Mandatory, 135 mins, Including Appalachian National Scenic Trail Hiking for 30 minutes)

On the winding mountain drive, stop at overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah valleys. This wonderful scenic tour is a must-do in Virginia. Explore today what makes the Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park so unique!

• Professional vehicle transportations and commercial vehicle insurance
• Admission: In-depth Tour of Three National Parks, Luray Caverns, Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Titanic Museum
• Breakfast
• Professional Driver and Guide (or Driver-Guide)
• Hotel (Nights are one day less than the total number of tour days)

• Gratuities.
• Air ticket, ferry, and shuttle transfer in some attraction area/national parks
• Food and beverage (Tour guide will arrange)
• Personal expenses and other expenses not listed in the Cost Includes.
• Buffet/Group Meal:Adult$16-$25;Child(Under 12)$11-$20;Actual price based on different area.
• Shenandoah Caverns Adult：$30.00； Senior(65+)：$27.00； Child (6-12)：$15.00；

Easily visit the three major national parks in the eastern United States in one trip! Take a tour of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited area in the United States, and climb to the 360-degree observation deck at an altitude of 5,046 feet to view the mountains and explore the mysterious area; enter the youngest national park in the United States and overlook the most visited attraction in West Virginia - New River Canyon Bridge; walk along the Shenandoah National Park Skyline Highway, and you can hike freely and enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way!
Underground explore the stalactites that have evolved over 4 billion years in Virginia, Loli Cave, one of the U.S. National Natural Landmarks.
Watch the rodeo, equestrian performances of the Northern and Southern Army, taste authentic local food, and enjoy a southern feast.
Visit the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge and reminisce about the scenery of that day.

• 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.

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