Embark on a captivating audio tour of Cades Cove in the Smoky Mountains. Explore nature, history, and stunning scenery all in one place. Book now for a lifetime of adventure!
Embark on a captivating audio tour of Cades Cove in the Smoky Mountains. Explore nature, history, and stunning scenery all in one place. Book now for a lifetime of adventure!
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Cades Cove Visitor Center - Your tour of Cades Cove begins near the Sugarlands Visitor Center. From here, you’ll drive down a scenic route to reach the main attraction: Cades Cove Loop.
Note: This 25+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Cades Cove in 3-5 hours. - John Oliver Place - The first landmark you’ll encounter is the John Oliver…
- Cades Cove Visitor Center - Your tour of Cades Cove begins near the Sugarlands Visitor Center. From here, you’ll drive down a scenic route to reach the main attraction: Cades Cove Loop.
Note: This 25+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Cades Cove in 3-5 hours.
- John Oliver Place - The first landmark you’ll encounter is the John Oliver Place, a historic homestead dating back to the early 1800s.
- Cades Cove Primitive Baptist Church - Next up is the Primitive Baptist Church, one of three historic churches in Cades Cove which offers a window into the area’s past.
- Cades Cove Methodist Church - Past that is the Methodist Church, which cost only $115 to build when it was constructed in 1902!
- Cades Cove Missionary Baptist Church - Then there’s the Missionary Baptist Church, which split off from the Primitive Baptist Church during the early days of Cades Cove due to ideological divides.
- Elijah Oliver Cabin - Continuing on, you’ll come to the Elijah Oliver Place, accessible via a half-mile trail. This secluded homestead once belonged to an abolitionist who found himself in grave danger when the Civil War broke out.
- Abrams Falls Trail - Up next is the Abrams Falls Trail, which takes hikers to a powerful waterfall hidden deep in the wilderness.
- Cades Cove Historical Grist Mill - After that, you’ll see the John Cable Grist Mill. This mill dates back to 1870 and you can still see it in operation today!
- Henry Whitehead House - From the John Cable Grist Mill, you’ll have the option to make a detour to the Henry Whitehead House. This pleasant cabin was actually built as a wedding gift!
- Tipton Road - Next on your route is Tipton Place, which was once home to a war hero of the American Revolution..
- Carter Shields Cabin - Finally, you’ll come next to the Carter Shields Cabin, a staunchly abolitionist home that lost much during the Civil War.
There are many stories that you’ll hear along the way, including
• A Cherokee Homeland
• White Settlers Arrive in Cades Cove
• Smokies Wildlife
• The Cussing Cover
• Last Family who lived in Cades Cove and more.
Explore the captivating Great Smoky Mountains and the stunning Cades Cove by purchasing our special bundle that includes both destinations.
- 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!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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- 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!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Purchase only one tour per vehicle, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Discover gorgeous natural scenery and rich history at Cades Cove, one of the most popular destinations in the Smoky Mountains. This scenic loop packs a ton of sights into a small space. Check out sparkling waterfalls, lush hiking trails, and historic churches all in one place!…
Purchase only one tour per vehicle, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Discover gorgeous natural scenery and rich history at Cades Cove, one of the most popular destinations in the Smoky Mountains. This scenic loop packs a ton of sights into a small space. Check out sparkling waterfalls, lush hiking trails, and historic churches all in one place! Plus, learn the fascinating history behind this cove, including how the Civil War once threatened to tear it apart.
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
- 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
- Not familiar with our self-guided audio tours? Watch this quick tutorial: https://actiontourguide.com/tutorial Talk to us! +1 (435) 288-0560
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.