8 days in Asheville Itinerary

Asheville nestles between two major mountain ranges in the scenic western section of North Carolina.

Get out of town with these interesting Asheville side-trips: Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Chimneys Picnic Area, Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, &more), Pigeon Forge (Yee-Haw Brewing Co., Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, &more) and Gatlinburg (Sugarlands Distilling Company, Ole Smoky, &more). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Biltmore, head outdoors with Brookside Guides, take in the awesome beauty at Black Balsam Knob, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

To find ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Asheville driving holiday site.

In September, daytime highs in Asheville are 79°F, while nighttime lows are 59°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.