Asheville Brews and Views Day Hike Combo
Asheville, NC
Trip Highlights
- Amazing Hikes
- Brewery Visits
- Stunning Views
- Diverse Forests
- Mountain Summits
- Waterfalls
Description
Please Note: This tour is a brand new offering and is still having the final touches put on it. It will be available for booking soon!
Our 2-day Brews and Views Day Hike Combo combines unforgettable hikes with craft beers at iconic Appalachian breweries after each trek! You will challenge yourself on two phenomenal hikes in the Asheville area. The first one takes us into the third largest wilderness area in North Carolina. It is one of only two wilderness gorges in the Southern US and affectionately known as “The Grand Canyon of the East.” The second hike takes us into another iconic wilderness area past waterfalls and biodiverse forests to unique geological features and breathtaking vistas.
On our way back to town each day we will stop at carefully selected breweries that embody the character of Appalachia for a refreshing pint or two (or three). This tour includes transportation (including a designated driver back to Asheville), drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway, trail snacks and lunch and complimentary pint or flight of beer.
$265-$570 Per Person
DIFFICULTY LEVEL 3
Scale of 1-5. 1 is least difficult; 5 is most difficult
This trip travels over some rocks and a few washed out areas on trail but also follows flat, well-maintained sections.
Hiking Distances:
6-10 mi
Backpack Weight:
8-12 lbs
Terrain:
Moderately Rugged
Max Daily Elev. ↑↓:
1000 feet
Heights Exposure:
Light
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Hiking uphill or downhill with a 8-12 lb backpack for 6-8 hours
- Maintaining balance and footing on moderately rugged terrain
- Hiking with short sections with light heights exposure
SOLITUDE LEVEL 2
1 least solitude, 5 most solitude
We rate this Appalachia hike a solitude 3. You can expect hours of solitude at a time and often a feeling of having the mountains to yourself.
Learn About Our Private Trips
View Private TripsRates
- 2 people: $570 per person
- 3 people: $430 per person
- 4-5 people: $370 per person
- 6-7 people: $295 per person
Private day hike tours are only open to your party.
*Prices do not include gratuity for your guide
TRIP DATES & BOOKING
This tour is booked on a custom basis for private groups so does not have set dates (requested dates are almost always available). Give us a call at 800-715-HIKE (4453) to schedule your hike!
Don't see your dates? Call us! We may be able to add new trip dates.
800-715-HIKE (4453)Trip Details
Hike Stats
DAY 1: Gorge Hike
Trip Type: Private Hike
Distance: 5-6mi / 8-10km
Duration: 5-7 hours hiking + 1 hour shuttle
Difficulty: Level 3
Elevation Gain/Loss: up to 1000 feet
Quality of Trails: Regularly traveled but moderately rugged
Physical Requirements: Regular exercise and strong health
Max Group Size: 7 guests
DAY 2: Summit Hike
Trip Type: Private Hike
Distance: 9.5mi / 15km
Duration: 6-8 hours
Difficulty: Level 3
Elevation Gain/Loss: 1000 feet
Quality of Trails: Regularly traveled but moderately rugged
Max Group Size: 7 guests
What's Included
- A professional, knowledgeable, medically trained, friendly wilderness guide for two days.
- A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you’d like, and as is possible in a day
- Transportation from Asheville and back both days, including a designated driver for the return to Asheville
- Trail snacks, a picnic lunch and a complimentary pint of beer per day
- Use of a top of the line, technical day pack
- Use of trekking poles
What's Not Included
- Clothing and personal items
- Water (2 liters capacity)
- Guide gratuity (industry recommendation is 10-20% of trip cost)
Food: What to Expect
Day hike tours include energizing trail snacks and a delicious picnic lunch. Your guide will customize the food for your hike, but a typical lunch consists of gourmet sandwiches or wraps, fruit, veggies, chips, drinks and a dessert. On wintery or cold days you may be treated to soup or a hot, freshly cooked lunch (if you’d prefer a hot meal, please let us know!)
We regularly accommodate vegan, vegetarian, kosher and non-gluten diets and will make adjustments for food allergies. These and other special dietary requests may require an additional fee.
Trip Logistics
Where Do We Meet?
Both days we’ll pick you up at a specified time and location in Asheville. Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your hike to coordinate the exact time and location of your rendezvous.
Safety Considerations
Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. We’ve developed comprehensive risk management protocols that our guides adhere to in case of an emergency, and all tours carry an emergency communication device. If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) for more information.
Guides
Your tour will be led by a trained, experienced professional with a solid guiding background, years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. Check out our Meet Our Team page for staff bios.
Group Size and Age Restrictions
The maximum group size on this hiking package is 7 guests. If you have more questions about group size, please give us a call at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) and we’ll answer all your questions.
There are no age restrictions on this tour, however anyone younger than 21 will not be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages.
Weather in the Asheville Area
The weather in the Appalachian Mountains varies greatly by time of year. To be fully prepared, please follow the recommended clothing list closely (this list comes as part of your trip packet when you register). Read below for average high and low temperatures in for low elevations in the Appalachian Mountains:
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January
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51°
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28°
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35°
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19°
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February
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54°
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29°
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35°
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18°
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March
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61°
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34°
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39°
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24°
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April
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71°
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42°
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49°
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34°
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May
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79°
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50°
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57°
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43°
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June
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86°
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58°
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63°
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49°
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July
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88°
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59°
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65°
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53°
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August
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87°
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60°
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64°
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52°
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September
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83°
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55°
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60°
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47°
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October
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73°
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43°
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53°
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38°
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November
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61°
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33°
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42°
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28°
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December
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52°
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28°
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37°
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21°
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