A significant part of the route is on well-groomed trails with very few obstacles.Ĭ. Cumulative elevation gain: 1000-2000 feet.ī. Cumulative elevation gain: 200-1000 feet.ģ. The explanation for this system is presented on the table below:ġ. We have adopted a walk difficulty rating system which contains a numeric indicator for trail incline and an alpha indicator for trail terrain. If you have questions about your ability to participate, please contact our office at. If not walking regularly at home, we strongly recommend that you make a priority of “training” beforehand to both enjoy the trip and avoid medical issues due to overexertion. Your experience will be significantly affected by your level of physical fitness. Nature walks, on the other hand, generally continue at a steadier pace because we’re stopping less to talk.In most cases, we are not “strolling.” We are walking at a relaxed but steady pace. Walks that are oriented more towards education may take longer due to stops for guide commentary. We generally walk at a pace of 2 to 3 miles per hour.
NOTE: The Food Tour is currently limited to the first 15 people.
Asheville is well known for its superior culinary scene and was recently named the number one food destination in the U.S. We visit seven to eight handpicked downtown restaurants with an engaging local guide, sampling a wide variety of food and beverages.
Several prior groups have benefited from this fun and filling afternoon Asheville Food Tour. WAI guide, Scott Isom, will lead this walk, sharing tidbits gleaned from numerous prior visits. It features the architecturally rich Art Deco district of Asheville along with the Queen Anne and Colonial Revival stylings of the Montford Area Historic District. The local walking club offers a delightful urban trail that serves as a fine introduction to Asheville (7 or 10 km, rated 2A). Our first group activity is a welcome reception this evening after you’ve had dinner on your own.Ĭonsider arriving into Asheville a day early (October 22) to join us for two fun introductions to Asheville!
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Feel free to enjoy the eclectic and artsy vibe of downtown on foot from our nicely-situated hotel. This bustling mountain town serves as our base for all five nights of the Smoky Mountains Fall Foliage Adventure. You arrive today into Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), where you transfer on your own to our hotel, located in downtown Asheville, one of America’s most welcoming and vibrant cities. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Park.Blue Ridge Parkway (one of America’s most scenic drives).Biltmore Estate and Winery (largest privately-owned house in the USA).We provide a roommate matching service for those interested. A limited number of single rooms are available for a supplement of $725.
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All tips for the coach driver and group meals.Fees for walking credit (for those collecting AVA credit).4 walks (plus optional Day 1 Asheville walk).2 lunches and 1 dinner as denoted: (L)unch and (D)inner (NOTE: breakfast is not included on this Adventure but is easily purchased from the cafe in the hotel or from the bakery across the street.).All five nights at a centrally-located superior tourist class hotel in downtown Asheville.All of this, and much more, will be explored from our home base at our hotel in downtown Asheville, where you can unpack and unwind for five nights of fun during our Smoky Mountains Fall Foliage Adventure! Within close driving range to Asheville are a host of other terrific destinations to explore, including the dazzling Blue Ridge Parkway, rugged Linville Gorge, Moses Cone Memorial Park, Smoky Mountains Railroad, Chimney Rock, and the wonderful waterfalls of DuPont State Forest. Within the town itself are numerous art museums, delectable culinary choices, and the magnificent Biltmore Estate, which is a 250-room French chateau built by George Vanderbilt in the late 1800s. Asheville, nestled in the middle of this wonderland, serves as an excellent venue for a six-day mini Adventure. Autumn in the Smokies especially brings out the vibrant personality of this lush Appalachian region, with its fantastic fall foliage. The Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina offer a treasure trove of outdoor delights that can be enjoyed during any season of the year.
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