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Paddle and Hike Adventure

3 days
Start and end in Asheville
4.8
3 traveler reviews
From
NZ $1,919
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 8
Age range 12 to 80
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Highlights

  • Camp in beautiful areas that put you right in the best spots of the Smokies
  • Intimately experience the Smokies’ waterfalls, historical sites and scenic drives
  • Hike the highlights of the Appalachian Trail in the blue-haze of the Smokies

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Asheville - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  2. Day 2 Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  3. Day 3 Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Asheville
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Customer Photos

4.6
(48 reviews)

Number of tours

175

Age Range

12 to 80 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

89%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.6
  • JV
    · June 1st, 2024
    We had such a great time. John is a fantastic guide- with the perfect amount of safety and knowledge. His cooking was great and his guiding was awesome. Highly recommend!
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    Trip date: April 2024
  • LG
    · October 15th, 2023
    Trip was amazing. Really well organised and...
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    Trip date: September 2023
  • DJ
    · April 9th, 2019
    Guide was great, thanks.
    Wildland Trekking commented on this review
    You are most welcome! Thanks for letting us know and we hope to see you again in the future! Best, Ann Marie
    Trip date: March 2019

Dates & Availability

3 days
Paddle and Hike Adventure
From Asheville to Asheville

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    Stephanie

    Asked on February 11th, 2025

    How much weight will I need to carry on the hike?

    Tour Details
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten February 2025

      You will need to carry a small day pack weighing about 10-15 lbs.

  • B

    Bruno

    Asked on February 11th, 2025

    What are the travel insurance recommendations?

    Travel Support
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten February 2025

      We highly recommend purchasing trip insurance to protect your investment.

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    Nina

    Asked on February 10th, 2025

    What should I expect regarding cell reception during the trip?

    Other
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten February 2025

      Cell reception may not be reliable while on the trip.

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    Ashley

    Asked on November 27th, 2024

    Is there flexibility with travel dates?

    Price / Availability
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, please provide your preferred dates so we can assist you.

  • J

    Jutta

    Asked on November 4th, 2024

    How can I check availability for specific dates?

    Price / Availability
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten November 2024

      Please let us know your preferred dates, and we can check availability.

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    Maude

    Asked on August 16th, 2024

    Can I reserve a tent for myself?

    Accommodation
    Single supplement
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten August 2024

      You will automatically receive your own tent if you prefer.

  • V

    Valeria

    Asked on March 28th, 2024

    Can I join a small group if I am traveling alone?

    Group size
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten March 2024

      Yes, you can join a group tour even if you are traveling alone.

  • S

    Silvia

    Asked on January 20th, 2024

    What are the tour’s cancellation policies?

    Payments
    Tour Details
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten January 2024

      Cancellation policies differ based on timing; please check for details.

  • A

    Atlas

    Asked on January 6th, 2024

    How can we proceed with the payment?

    Payments
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten January 2024

      Please select 'Book Now' to secure your itinerary.

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    Olivia

    Asked on January 5th, 2024

    What is the minimum group size for this tour?

    Group size
    • Wildland TrekkingOperatorWritten January 2024

      The minimum number of hikers for this trip is two.

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Tour ID: 170713

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    • For any tour departing before August 20th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 20th, 2025, a minimum payment of $460 is required to confirm your booking with Wildland Trekking. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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