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Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

By Travel with Action
3.4 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is $17 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

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, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Activity location

  • John Oliver Place
    • Cades Cove Loop Road
    • 37882, Townsend, Tennessee, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Library
    • 8440 Tennessee 73
    • 37882, Townsend, Tennessee, United States

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Cades Cove Sightseeing Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in English
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h4h
  • Opening hours: Tue 6:00am-11:00pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
$16.99 x 1 Traveler$16.99
Total
Price is $16.99

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedEasy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • What's includedWhat's includedGreat value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
  • What's includedWhat's includedEngaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • What's includedWhat's includedPerfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • What's includedWhat's includedOffline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
  • What's includedWhat's includedComprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
  • What's includedWhat's includedGo at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • What's includedWhat's includedHands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAttraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action's Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. There's no expiration, making it perfect for revisiting on future trips.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.

Activity itinerary

Cades Cove Visitor Center
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
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
  • 10m
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
  • 10m
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
  • 10m
Past that is the Methodist Church, which cost only $115 to build when it was constructed in 1902!
Cades Cove Missionary Baptist Church
  • 5m
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
  • 5m
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
  • 10m
Up next is the Abrams Falls Trail, which takes hikers to a powerful waterfall hidden deep in the wilderness.
Cades Cove Historical Grist Mill
  • 10m
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!
Cades Cove Historical Grist Mill
  • 10m
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
  • 10m
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 (Pass by)
Next on your route is Tipton Place, which was once home to a war hero of the American Revolution..
Carter Shields Cabin
  • 10m
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.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESJohn Oliver Place
    • Cades Cove Loop Road
    • 37882, Townsend, Tennessee, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGreat Smoky Mountains National Park Library
    • 8440 Tennessee 73
    • 37882, Townsend, Tennessee, United States

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