5 days in Smoky Mountains & Cherokee Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): contemplate the long history of Oconaluftee Indian Village, take in the exciting artwork at Dogwood Crafters, and then view the masterpieces at It's By Nature. On the 12th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: sample the fine beverages at Elevated Mountain Distilling Co., examine the collection at Wheels Through Time Transportation Museum, then pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Sutton and Son's Antiques, and finally try to win big at Casino at Harrah’s Cherokee.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Cherokee day trip tool.

Chicago to Cherokee is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. The time zone difference moving from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time is 1 hour. Traveling from Chicago in March, expect nights in Cherokee to be about the same, around 34°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 59°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Cashiers.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): take in the dramatic scenery at Bridal Veil Falls, then admire the sheer force of Dry Falls, and then surround yourself with nature on Lake Glenville Scenic Waterfall Cruises.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Cashiers attractions planning app.

Getting from Cherokee to Cashiers by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 59°F, and evening lows to 34°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can go by car to Murphy.

Kick off your visit on the 14th (Tue): pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Marketplace Antiques, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fields of the Wood, and then learn about winemaking at Nottely River Valley Vineyards. On the 15th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: try to win big at Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino, take in the exciting artwork at Highlander Gallery, then take in the exciting artwork at Highlander Gallery, and finally do a tasting at Cherokee Cellars Winery.

For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Murphy trip itinerary maker app.

You can drive from Cashiers to Murphy in 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 59°F in March, and nighttime lows around 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.