5 days in North Carolina Mountains Itinerary
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Start: Philadelphia
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Asheville
— 2 nights
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Cashiers
— 1 night
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Bryson City
— 1 night
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End: Philadelphia
Mon, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 14
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Asheville — 2 nights
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Land of the Sky
Get outdoors at The North Carolina Arboretum and Zipline. Attractions like Miller's Land of Waterfall Tours and Crystal Mountain Gem Mine make great kid-friendly stops. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Asheville: Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park (in Chimney Rock), DuPont State Recreational Forest (in Cedar Mountain) and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Goat Farm (in Hendersonville). Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of Looking Glass Falls and discover the riches below the earth's surface at The Gem Mine.
For more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Asheville trip planner.
Philadelphia to Asheville is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daytime highs in Asheville are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Cashiers.
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For more things to do, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Asheville trip planner.
Philadelphia to Asheville is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daytime highs in Asheville are 69°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Cashiers.
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Cashiers — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls, then admire the sheer force of Dry Falls, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Sunset Rock and Ravenel Park, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Lake Glenville Scenic Waterfall Cruises.
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You can drive from Asheville to Cashiers in 1.5 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bryson City.
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Find out how to plan Cashiers trip without stress by asking Inspirock to help create an itinerary.
You can drive from Asheville to Cashiers in 1.5 hours. In April, plan for daily highs up to 69°F, and evening lows to 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bryson City.
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Bryson City — 1 night
On the 14th (Fri), hike along Goldmine Loop Trail, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, and then get engrossed in the history at Swain County Heritage Museum.
To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Bryson City trip itinerary builder app.
You can drive from Cashiers to Bryson City in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In April in Bryson City, expect temperatures between 69°F during the day and 42°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.
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To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Bryson City trip itinerary builder app.
You can drive from Cashiers to Bryson City in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In April in Bryson City, expect temperatures between 69°F during the day and 42°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.
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North Carolina Mountains travel guide
Called the "Land of the Blue Mist" by the Cherokee Indians, the North Carolina Smoky Mountains are one of the world's most biologically diverse wilderness areas. The vast national park sheltering the native wildlife of these ancient mountains offers a close look at the area's nature and its people. A perfect spot for a tranquil vacation, the blue-misted mountains are one of the country's few World Heritage Sites, protecting the largest old-growth forest east of the Mississippi River. Things to do for adventurous visitors include whitewater rafting and river tubing, while those interested in more urbane entertainment can explore the area's many small towns on the 750 km (470 mi) scenic road meandering over the mountains.
