Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

By Adventures with Action
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 4h
Start time: Check availability
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Audio guide: English
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  • 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!
  • Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
  • Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
What's not included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
  • Entry/Admission - Blue Ridge Parkway
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Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    Oconaluftee Visitor Center, 1194 Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719, USA
    After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
  • Option 2
    Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center, 195 Hemphill Knob Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
    (Cherokee to Asheville)
  • Option 3
    195 Hemphill Knob Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
    (Asheville to Roanoke)
  • Option 4
    3627 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014, USA
    (Roanake to Asheville)
  • Option 5
    118 Blue Rdg Pkwy, Roanoke, VA 24014, USA
    (Roanoke to Afton)
  • Option 6
    24JR+CQ, Afton, VA 22920, USA
    (Afton to Roanoke)
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 259648P22

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 259648P22

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    About the operator
    Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
    • Adventures with Action
      23
      Cherokee, North Carolina
      Joined in March 2020
    • KathleenS1446
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Driving from Cherokee to Asheville
      The road is excellent, low speed limit and plenty of places to pull off and see the view. The views are spectacular. The little streams next to the mountain side are just beautiful.
      Written November 17, 2024
    • ue t
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Quiet drive
      Having a narrator really helps us to have a more full and great experience through understanding the beauty we are seeing.
      Written July 9, 2024
    • JonDeniseD
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Well Done. We plan to do more auto audio tours in the future.
      This is the first time we have used an auto tour program. We were in Roanoke Virginia and wanted to drive the Blue Ridge Parkway. This audio tour covered from Roanoke to Afton Virginia along the Blue Ridge highway. At first we had trouble getting the program to work. We had my phone connected to Android Auto in our Toyota. The problem was every time we started the program, our Pandora would start playing and cut off the audio tour. What we finally did was delete Pandora from my phone, then the touring program worked perfectly. I was amazed the audio program knew where we were and would turn on automatically telling interesting information about a stop just up ahead. On the Blue Ridge parkway, there are a number of turn offs. So the program told you which turnoff was coming up and what was to see there and why it was named what it was named. And in between stops he gave historical information about the area and what you were seeing. All very interesting. In 3 hours we had 62 audio sessions. One came up every couple of minutes making the trip very appealing. The person who spoke did a great job and made listening to him enjoyable. Another nice feature was you could have the program, through Google Maps, take you from where ever you are (in our case Hotel Roanoke) and direct you to the starting point. VERY HELPFULL!!!!! Once at the starting point (and we removed Pandora) the program ran without a hitch. My wife and I were very happy with this product and plan to use similar products on future trips.
      Written July 3, 2024
    • allisonr393
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing
      The views were amazing! We took so many photos! The narration was very good. I would do this again and again. Next time we are doing the next leg
      Written June 29, 2024
    • 266carlaw
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Do not go in winter months
      we paid for the tour, and the roads were closed because of the cold/ice. It should have told us that we were not going to be drive on the roads because of the conditions.
      Written January 3, 2024
    • Emily D
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Easy to use app kept us on track
      This tour is location enabled and let's you know what stops are where and gives a short history for a few of the stops along the way and an overview of the park. I liked the map feature and the automated location detection that kept is on track. While all the stops are clearly marked on the freebie map the ranger gives you on your way into the park, it was well worth the money for the added information on what each stop had and keeping us on track without having to get out the big map along the way.
      Written June 20, 2020
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    Dale B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2023 • Family
    We downloaded and read the instructions for the Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. Drove to our starting point at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Started the application on phone and wallah! It worked flawlessly! Drove toward Asheville, NC. We viewed lots and lots of green landscape. Stopped at many scenic overlooks. App continued to work flawlessly off the internal gps of iPhone! The trip was very long and after about 3+ hours we exited and found interstate on our way back to basecamp at Gatlinburg, TN. I would recommend same trip and likely others; however, how much green can you stand to look at! All of the hills are covered in very dense trees. I think your day campers, motorcycle and hiker groups would enjoy the most! Check your forest rules! Have fun! We did!
    Written June 4, 2023
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    That’s so wonderful to hear! If you plan on traveling more, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    FMix1992
    Marietta, GA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2022
    This tour knows where you are at all times. Points out highlights. Recommends specific (best) overlooks and hikes with detailed descriptions along the Blue Ridge Parkway. We also learned a lot of history and geological facts about the area. Highly recommend!
    Written October 19, 2022
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Thank you so much for your feedback! I’m thrilled that my tour of scenic Blue Ridge Parkway added to your learning and that you enjoyed it. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
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    David S
    7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Family
    Amazing views and look overs. Unfortunately the inn, gift shops and toilets en route were closed! We will hopefully get the chance or do the Northern half do the route in future (our starting point was Asheville).
    Written March 25, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    I'm glad you enjoyed the fantastic views along the Blue Ridge Parkway, David! I'm sorry to hear about the closures of the inn, gift shops, and toilets—those are, unfortunately, temporary situations. The good news is that your purchase is valid for an entire year, so you'll have plenty of time to explore the northern half of the route on your next visit. I'm looking forward to your future adventures with us!
    Written March 26, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Rebecca M
    3 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Couples
    After spending 2 wonderful night glamping we were excited about our self guided audio tour starting in Asheville. The audio started and we heard 3 points of interest. We reached out twice by phone for help. The audio cut out constantly. Keep getting message GPS not connecting/unavailable. Would not recommend.
    Written August 2, 2024
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    Hi Rebecca, the initial setup must be completed beforehand as it requires internet/Wi-Fi. Once downloaded, our app works entirely offline. It sounds like you may have been driving too fast, which caused the audio to cut out after only hearing three stops. The rest of your review is a bit unclear, so please email us ASAP so our team can look into it.
    Written August 5, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    13wezzy
    Zebulon, NC67 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2022 • Couples
    Was totally worth the cost! Was informative and entertaining. Make sure you follow the directions and download it while you have good wifi
    Written October 27, 2022
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    Thank you so much for your feedback! I’m thrilled that my tour of scenic Blue Ridge Parkway added to your learning and that you enjoyed it. For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Yvette S
    Winston Salem, NC7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2023 • Solo
    Casual drive with some awesome history notes throughout. Learned a lot about Asheville and National Forest. Knowing the motivation of the great depression and putting people to work through construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway was amazing. Amazing tool
    Written April 3, 2023
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    Thanks Evy! I’m super thrilled that my tour helped you uncover the fascinating stories behind the scenery of Blue Ridge Parkway! If you plan to travel more, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    emcrisci762
    Ponce Inlet, FL4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2023 • Couples
    Great little addition to our ride - made it all the more enjoyable. Information provided was just enough that it allowed you to enjoy the scenery.
    Written March 25, 2023
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    Yay! So glad you found my Blue Ridge tour so fun! For more experiences like this, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Robert P
    3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023
    Enjoyed the history of the different areas. Wish there had been more information about each overlook.
    Written June 8, 2023
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    Thank you so much! I’m so glad you had a great time at Blue Ridge with my tour and added much value to your visit. If you plan on traveling more, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    V L
    6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful, relaxing and informative tour. The only issue we had is that when driving the speed limit, some stories can’t finish before they’re interrupted by the next so we missed out on the complete picture in some cases.
    Written October 5, 2023
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    Hey Vernon, thanks for taking the family on a journey with the Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway Audio Tour! I'm glad you found it relaxing and informative. Get feedback about the timing - always looking for ways to enhance the experience. Next time you're gearing up for an adventure, check out my East Coast USA Bundle, featuring a variety of self-guided tours from Acadia to Key West, all designed for you to enjoy at your own pace.
    Written September 6, 2024
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    Elaine L
    1 contribution
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    I started the tour fine at the welcome center it seemed to work well but the portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway that I had purchased was closed because of damage from the hurricane. The company should have not had this available if the road is totally closed down.
    Written December 27, 2024
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    Elaine, I’m sorry you couldn’t fully enjoy my Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway Driving Audio Tour. The North Carolina section was closed due to hurricane damage, while parts of Virginia reopened. I recommend checking NPS updates before visiting, and I'll be sure to add closure info for future customers. Don’t worry—my tour is valid for a year, so you can revisit anytime and explore the reopened sections!
    Written December 30, 2024
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