• John Oliver Cabin - The first point of interest is the John Oliver Place, a historic homestead from the early 1800s.
• Cades Cove Visitor Center - Begin your Cades Cove tour near the Sugarlands Visitor Center. From there, enjoy a scenic drive to the main highlight: Cades Cove Loop.

Note: The tour spans over 35 miles, features more than 40 audio stories, and takes approximately 1-2 hours to complete.

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

• Cades Cove Primitive Baptist Church - Next, visit the Primitive Baptist Church, one of three historic churches in Cades Cove, offering insights into the area’s history.
• Cades Cove Methodist Church - Following that is the Methodist Church, which was built in 1902 for just $115!
• Cades Cove Missionary Baptist Church - Then, explore the Missionary Baptist Church, which separated from the Primitive Baptist Church in Cades Cove’s early days due to ideological differences.
• Elijah Oliver Cabin - Continue to the Elijah Oliver Place, accessible via a half-mile trail. This secluded homestead belonged to an abolitionist who faced significant danger during the Civil War.
• Abrams Falls Trail - Next is the Abrams Falls Trail, leading hikers to a powerful waterfall nestled deep in the wilderness.
• Cades Cove Historical Grist Mill - Afterward, visit the John Cable Grist Mill, dating back to 1870, and still operational today!
• Henry Whitehead House - From the John Cable Grist Mill, you can detour to the Henry Whitehead House, a charming cabin built as a wedding gift.
• Tipton Road - Next on the route is Tipton Place, once home to an American Revolution war hero.
• Carter Shields Cabin - Finally, arrive at the Carter Shields Cabin, a home with strong abolitionist ties that suffered greatly during the Civil War.

Along the way, hear many stories, including:
• A Cherokee Homeland
• White Settlers Arrive in Cades Cove
• Smokies Wildlife
• The Cussing Cover
• The Last Family in Cades Cove, and more.
Explore the enchanting Great Smoky Mountains and the breathtaking Cades Cove by purchasing our exclusive 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!
• 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!

• Admission fees

Purchase a single tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can enjoy it together!

Explore the stunning natural beauty and rich history of Cades Cove, a top destination in the Smoky Mountains. This scenic loop offers a wealth of sights in a compact area. Discover sparkling waterfalls, verdant hiking trails, and historic churches all in one location! Additionally, delve into the intriguing history of the cove, including how the Civil War nearly tore it apart.

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 specified 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.
• 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.
• Cades Cove Loop Road is closed to vehicles every Wednesday from May to September for exclusive cyclist and pedestrian use, and Laurel Falls Trail will be closed starting January 6, 2025, for approximately 18 months due to rehabilitation work.

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