• Newfound Gap Road - Continue your journey to Newfound Gap, a breathtaking mountain pass with significant historical importance. Discover the tales of trappers, farmers, and merchants who once traversed the Smokies, and how this gap transformed their journeys.

Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

The tour spans over 45 miles, featuring more than 40 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete.

• Mingus Mill - As you drive, consider a detour to Mingus Mill, an 1886 grist mill that remains fully operational! On weekends, you can watch the mill operators grind corn just as they did in the 1800s.
• Clingmans Dome Visitor Contact Station - As you head toward Clingman’s Dome, you’ll soon encounter its renowned observation tower. The Great Smoky Mountains are truly spectacular from this vantage point!
• Quiet Walkways - Your first major stop is the Beech Flats Quiet Walkway, an ideal spot for those wishing to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the mountains without a strenuous hike.
• Morton Overlook - Next, you’ll arrive at Morton Overlook, famous for its incredible sunsets.
• Oconaluftee Visitor Center - Begin your drive through the stunning Smoky Mountains at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Prepare to explore the Smokies and understand why it’s the most visited National Park in the country!
• Rockefeller Memorial - Following that is the Rockefeller Memorial, where you’ll learn about Rockefeller’s significant contributions to the park! This memorial was dedicated by President Theodore Roosevelt himself.
• Carlos Campbell Overlook - The next overlook on your journey is Carlos Campbell Overlook, offering panoramic views of majestic mountains and lush forests.
• Morton Mountain Tunnel - Continue through the heart of a mountain via the Morton Tunnel. Here, you’ll also discover how a politician named Ben Morton left his mark on the park.
• Alum Cave Trail - Next, you’ll pass the Alum Cave Trail, leading hikers to the remnants of an old salt mine rich with intriguing history.
• Chimney Tops Overlook - Your route then takes you to Chimney Tops Overlook, where you’ll learn about wildfires in the Smokies and their lasting impact on mountains like this one.
• Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail - Up next is the park’s most accessible trail! Sugarlands Valley Trail is wheelchair and stroller-friendly, offering a wonderful way to explore the scenic wilderness. We’ll also delve into the complex history of this valley and the settlers who once called it home.
• Clingmans Dome - Next up is the most accessible trail in the park: Sugarlands Valley Trail! This scenic trail is wheelchair and stroller-friendly, providing a great way to explore the wilderness.
• Sugarlands Visitors Center - The tour then leads to the Sugarlands Visitor Center, an excellent rest stop and the starting point for several trailheads.
• Rainbow Falls Trail - Our route continues to the Rainbow Falls Trail, leading to the park’s most popular waterfall. At 80 feet, Rainbow Falls is the tallest waterfall in the Smokies, and when the sun hits it just right, it sparkles like a rainbow—hence the name.
• Cataract Falls - Your drive proceeds to Cataract Falls, a beautiful, secluded set of waterfalls nestled beneath a shaded canopy of beech trees.
• Gatlinburg - Finally, you’ll reach the charming mountain town of Gatlinburg, where your tour concludes.
• Ripley’s Believe It or Not! - Our next stop is perfect for those entertained by quirky oddities. This unique museum showcases everything from shrunken human heads to rare animal skeletons. Discover how it began as a simple comic strip and evolved into a national sensation.
• Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail - Continue along the road to the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. This driving trail encourages you to slow down and appreciate the forest and historic buildings of the area. It also features three of the park’s most renowned waterfalls!
• Alfred Reagan Tub Mill - The road then takes us to the Reagan Cabin, showcasing a prime example of old-fashioned technology with the so-called “tub mill.” Learn about its purpose and significance here.
• Grotto Falls Trail - Keep driving until you reach the Grotto Falls trail. While not as grand as Rainbow Falls, this secluded, less crowded waterfall is definitely worth a visit. Along the way, hear about a rare salamander found only in this area!
• The Place of a Thousand Drips - Why settle for one waterfall when you can enjoy several? Our next stop is the Place of a Thousand Drips, where numerous narrow falls converge to create a stunning cascade.
• Baskins Creek Falls - Our drive continues to Baskin Creek Falls, a sparkling waterfall where you’ll hear about the amusing and slightly misguided history behind its name.

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• 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!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Park Passes

Recommendation: Purchase one tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can listen together!

Discover the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and find out why it’s the most visited national park in the United States! Experience these renowned mountains while learning about Cherokee history and legends, Appalachian culture, and much more. There’s no better way to explore Clingman’s Dome, Cades Cove, or Rainbow Falls. Additionally, enjoy a complimentary bonus tour of Roaring Forks Motor Trail!

After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

Purchase once and use for an entire year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.

• How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour 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.
• US441/Newfound Gap Road is currently closed on the Tennessee side between Sugarlands and Newfound Gap due to a landslide. However, the road remains open on the North Carolina side between Cherokee and Newfound Gap. For more details, please visit the NPS website.
• 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.
• Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
• For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.

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