Quick Details
Transportation & Meeting Location
Your private adventure begins at Pisgah Coffee Roasters, just 30 minutes south of Asheville and only steps away from Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s the ideal place to start the day—enjoy fresh-roasted coffee, light snacks, and clean restrooms before meeting your dedicated guide.
From there, your group will travel exclusively in our high-top Ford Econoline Passenger Van. This vehicle is spacious, comfortable, and purpose-built for small-group adventures. With ample headroom, large windows, and smooth handling on mountain roads, it ensures a relaxed and enjoyable ride while keeping your entire group together.
Tour Time
Meet at 9:30 AM.
Difficulty & Hiking Length
This experience is designed to be easy to moderately easy, perfect for families, friends, or groups looking for a relaxed outing. You’ll explore approximately 2 miles of trail at a calm, conversational pace.
Required Footwear
Closed-toe shoes with good traction such as sturdy tennis shoes or light hiking shoes are required. Hiking boots are welcome but not necessary.
Recommended Clothing
Mountain weather can shift quickly. Please consider bringing:
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A light rain jacket or poncho
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Layers for cooler mornings
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A warm hat and gloves in fall or winter
What to Bring
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Water and snacks (your guide will also have extras available)
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A small daypack if preferred
What We Provide
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Private use of our high-roof tour van
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Ponchos for light rain
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Hiking poles
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A professional naturalist guide
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Visits to multiple stunning waterfalls and scenic overlooks
Winter Tour Note
If the Blue Ridge Parkway is closed due to winter conditions (typically late November–early March), we modify the route to showcase alternative vista points and often an additional waterfall inside Pisgah National Forest. These winter routes are equally breathtaking—and frequently become guest favorites.
Group Size
This is a fully private tour reserved exclusively for your group.
We can accommodate up to 9 guests in our high-top tour van.
Tips
Never required, but always appreciated if you enjoyed your private adventure.
$795 for up to 9 guests
Private Asheville Tours — Explore the mountains your way!
Experience the very best of Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway on an exclusive private tour led by your own trained naturalist, seasoned in local ecology as well as history. With a guide dedicated solely to your group, this adventure becomes far more than sightseeing—it becomes a personalized journey into the heart of one of the most biodiverse temperate rainforests on Earth. Every story, every stop, and every teaching moment is tailored to your interests, making the forest come alive in a way only a private tour can offer.
Over the course of this 3- to 3.5-hour experience, you’ll explore a curated selection of waterfalls—both iconic showstoppers and quiet, hidden gems known only to locals. Wander beneath rock overhangs, pause beside clear mountain pools, and walk scenic forest trails that offer beauty in every season. We typically cover about 2 miles at a relaxed pace, giving your group plenty of time for photos, interpretation, and conversation.
Your guide will highlight edible and medicinal plants, unique tree species, wildlife signs, and seasonal wonders such as spring wildflowers, rhododendron blooms, and peak autumn color. With a specialist guiding just your group, the tour becomes an immersive outdoor classroom—rich, flexible, and uniquely memorable.