• 6 Days
  • From $2,799
  • Airfare Included

Smoky Mountain Christmas

Tour Style:
Land
Activity Level:
Leisurely
Highest Elevation:
5,046 feet in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
8 Meals:
4 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners

Experience the magic of a holiday season spent in the Smokies with great Dixieland attractions and entertainment. Begin with a breathtaking drive into Great Smoky Mountains National Park to observe the majesty of these iconic mountains and the roaming wildlife. Travel north to Pigeon Forge where we explore Dollywood, one of America’s most famous theme parks, and enjoy live performances of your favorite classics before watching the enchantment of Christmas come to life at the area’s most award-winning show, Country Tonite. Crossing into North Carolina, we stop in Asheville to embark on a candlelight tour of the country’s largest private residence, the Biltmore Estate, filled with spectacular decorations, choirs, and lit fireplaces. Conclude your holiday getaway in Charlotte with a guided tour to immerse yourself in the city’s fascinating history and watch millions of lights transform the iconic racetrack into a winter wonderland.

Trip overview may vary by departure.

  • Day 1: Fly to Charlotte
    We fly to Charlotte, North Carolina and check in at our comfortable accommodations.
  • Day 2: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    Our morning starts with a drive into the most visited national park in the U.S., Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Learn about the history and wildlife of the park from an expert guide while enjoying breathtaking views. This evening, we attend a Christmas production of the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show, serving up a Southern homestyle feast and side-splitting comedy. We then check in at our accommodations in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for a two-night stay.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 3: Pigeon Forge & Dollywood
    Wake up well-rested and enjoy a leisurely morning with a delicious included breakfast. For lunch, we travel to Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant to indulge in their award-winning cuisine. Next, we spend the afternoon witnessing Christmas shows at Dollywood, Dolly Parton's fascinating amusement park known for its impressive live performances. Experience the season with actors, dancers, singers, and musicians performing Christmas classics and historic retellings. This evening, get ready for spectacular entertainment and holiday cheer at Country Tonite, voted Best Show in the Smokies! Enjoy the talents of singers and dancers as your season’s favorites come to life with beautifully choreographed scenes and dynamic performances for a real Country Christmas.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 4: The Biltmore at Christmastime
    After an included breakfast we depart for Asheville. En route we explore Bush's Baked Beans Visitor Center to dive into the 110 year-old history of his classic American staple. Arrive in Ashville for lunch, then we head to the Biltmore Estate, the country's largest private residence. Gather for an included dinner onsite at the Stable Restaurant before entering the mansion for a festive candlelight audio guided tour. Reminiscent of the first Vanderbilt Christmas in 1895, the ambiance is set by live choirs and lit fireplaces.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 5: A Charlotte Christmas
    After a leisurely morning we return to Charlotte and enjoy lunch on our own at Optimist Hall, a refurbished gingham mill with fantastic food options and specialty shops. Next, a local guide joins us for a tour of the city to reveal Charlotte’s fascinating history, architecture, and popular destinations. Following a celebratory Farewell Dinner, visit Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where more than three million lights transform the famous racetrack into a breathtaking winter wonderland light show.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 6: Fly Home

What's Included

All Accommodations

  • 1 night at the Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Northlake
  • 2 nights at the Holiday Inn Express-Sieverville
  • 1 night at the Hampton Inn Asheville
  • 1 night at the Drury Inn & Suites Charlotte Northlake before we return home

Attractions & Highlights

  • Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park guided tour
  • Country Tonite Theatre's Christmas Show
  • Leisure time & Christmas shows at Dollywood
  • Biltmore Estate feat. Antler Hill Village & Candlelight Christmas tour
  • Charlotte guided city tour
  • Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway

8 Excellent Meals

  • Daily breakfast
  • Lunch at Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant
  • Dinner at the Biltmore Estate’s Stable Restaurant

Learn more about what's included with the Holiday Advantage.