Top Tennessee Half-day Tours - page 2

The Hillbilly Booze Cruise Tasting Tour offers our guests a small-group tour experience. We go to the “hidden gems” and off-the-beaten-path spots, Along the way, you’ll make great memories while tasting and enjoying local moonshine, wine, and beer—all safely with a designated driver. We’ll pick you up at Bigfoot Philly Cheesesteaks, at 2005 wears valley rd We have handpicked these selections for what we feel are the top places to enjoy a smoky Mountain tasting experience. We drove so you can sit back relax and and enjoy responsibly. (By booking, you acknowledge that stops may be changed at our discretion without prior notice, and also consent to audio and video recording for you and your party.) Enjoy responsibly

Experience one of the most peaceful hikes in the Smoky Mountains on a guided, family-friendly adventure. Follow a wide, winding forest trail alongside a rushing mountain creek, cross gentle streams, and explore historic remnants tucked deep in the woods. Perfect for beginners, families, and groups, this relaxing hike offers an immersive introduction to the beauty, sounds, and serenity of the Smokies—without steep climbs or crowded overlooks. Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control.

A private sunset cruise awaits on the picturesque Tennessee River with Chattanooga VIP Tours, accommodating up to four guests for an intimate evening. Glide through the breathtaking Tennessee River Gorge as majestic mountains frame the sunset, creating a stunning backdrop for your experience. Enjoy a mix of serene scenery and interactive karaoke, perfect for celebrating special occasions—whether it’s a family outing, a romantic evening, or an anniversary. Create unforgettable memories as you soak in the beauty and fun of this exclusive cruise.

On this half-day you can make the most of limited time in Nashville, as a guide takes you to two state parks in just a few hours, with private transport included. Along the way, pass by four waterfalls and learn stories about the ancient history of the area. To help keep energy levels high, water, snacks, and a drink at the brewery are included.

During this small-group, guided Chattanooga food crawl, you’ll discover top delicacies in the downtown district. Sample dishes at up to four curated dining locations for the same cost and time as your standard dinner out, including optional wine pairings. Choose from three itineraries: West Village, Electric Bike Lunch Tour, and Art and Southern Cuisine.

1 TRAVELER RESERVES THE WHOLE BOAT FOR YOUR PARTY OF UP TO 22 PASSENGERS. This is the only triple slide boat with a capacity of 22 on the entire lake. We are the only party boat charter company that offers Master Captains whom have been here their whole lives and know Nashville better than any other tour guide. We offer not only a party atmosphere complete with BYOB options, coolers, ice, music, and various floatables, but we are also family friendly as well. Enjoy water sports with your friends or chill on party cove amongst other party goers. There are many places to relax on the lake as well.

This tour travels over the crest of the Smokies from Tennessee into North Carolina. Along the way we'll experience one of the most scenic roads in the Southeast along with several panoramic mountain vistas. When we arrive in the Oconaluftee Valley we'll visit historic structures learning about the culture of the native Cherokee and European-descended mountaineers. While exploring this historic valley, we'll keep an eye out for elk. The largest animal in the Smokies, they were reintroduced by the park service in 2001.

Dive into the vibrant craft beer scene in Memphis with this insider’s tour that includes VIP access to three local breweries for tastings of up to a dozen unique artisan beers. Learn about the history of each brewery and its brewing process from your beer expert guide as you sample a wide variety of microbrews. Enjoy comfortable bus transportation so you can imbibe worry-free.

**Historic Southside Food Tour** Experience the neighborhood that locals love most on Chattanooga’s original food and history walking tour. The Historic Southside Food Tour combines chef-crafted tastings from some of the city’s most celebrated restaurants with fascinating stories of Chattanooga’s transformation from an industrial railroad town into one of the South’s most vibrant culinary destinations. Unlike a typical sightseeing tour, guests enjoy a progressive meal while exploring hidden gems, historic landmarks, colorful murals, and the people who helped shape the neighborhood. Perfect for first-time visitors and seasoned travelers alike, this tour offers the ideal blend of food, history, culture, and community—all in one unforgettable experience. Come hungry and leave with a deeper appreciation for Chattanooga’s past, present, and thriving food scene.

See the beauty of vivid fall leaves cresting the Great Smoky Mountains on this tour from Pigeon Forge, which includes roughly two hours in the park. Meet your guide and head out into the forest and learn all about the area while traveling to different viewpoints, ideal for fall-color photography.

This tour focuses on Cades Cove and the 11-mile loop road that circles the valley. Along the way we'll stop at several historic buildings and scenic vistas as we learn about the mountaineers and moonshiners that called this place home. Historic buildings include a cabin built in 1822, a cemetery with the graves of Revolutionary War and War of 1812 veterans, and a working grist mill. And of course we'll keep our eyes open for wildlife including deer, turkeys, bears, and coyotes. Most stops on the tour require limited or no walking, but two stops include a half mile walk on pavement. Bring lunch or buy lunches through Smoky Mountain Guides

Take in the extraordinary forest ecosystems of the Great Smoky Mountains while getting your adrenaline flowing on this extreme jeep tour through Newfound Gap. Your guide will take you in an open-air jeep from Pigeon Forge uphill to the nearly mile-high Gap, and then back down to base. Along the way, you’ll learn about the history and geography of this remarkable wild land.

Get oriented with Nashville on this quick "New Nashville" tour, which was designed to show off the best of the city for those short on time or who only want an introduction before exploring more on their own. Traveling by open-top double-decker bus, you'll pass by more than 100 landmarks and attractions, such as Ryman Auditorium and Vanderbilt University.

Discover one of Nashville’s trendiest foodie hubs with an insider local guide on this 12 South food tour. Set off with your in-the-know guide to uncover the neighborhood’s top coffee shops, stylish restaurants, and other eateries—stopping along the way to sample savory and sweet specialties from a breakfast taco to a freshly baked cookie. Learn about the city’s dining scene and pick up recommendations from your guide as you nibble your way down the avenue.

Hop a specialty golf cart to ride in style between some of Nashville’s splashiest entrepreneur-founded boutiques. On this shopping tour, you’ll have plenty of time to work those credit cards in white-hot Music City. Tours include plenty of time to grab an artisan cocktail along the way, plus stops at the city’s most colorful, selfie-worthy murals.

Discover Gatlinburg distilleries and wineries on this guided moonshine and wine tasting walking tour with a small group. Enjoy VIP treatment and go behind the scenes at a working distillery to learn how moonshine is traditionally distilled. You'll try plenty of samples along the way, too, including a moonshine cocktail, and learn about the history of moonshine.

Explore Southside Chattanooga with a food-focused small-group walking tour. Meet your guide and set out on a city stroll to learn about the history and people behind the traditional flavors of Chattanooga. Visit four different restaurants and meet the proprietors behind these establishments, all while tasting tapas-sized dishes. Maximize time in Chattanooga with this local-led tour.

Discover local Nashville fare and Southern favorites on this guided walking tour. As you explore the city, learn the history behind famous sites like Broadway, the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Ryman Auditorium, and Printers Alley. Try typical Tennessee-favorite food such as Nashville hot chicken, barbecue, beer, and more at local restaurants while you hear stories about Music City.

Rather than exploring an unfamiliar environemnt on your own, explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park on a small-group hike that takes you deep into the forest and along a pristine mountain river. You'll also see two waterfalls and learn all about the flora and fauna from your naturalist guide.

Tick off many of Nashville’s top landmarks, and get spectacular views you won't find anywhere else, in a short space of time on this private helicopter tour over Nashville. Ascend above Music City and get aerial views of the Ryman Auditorium, Downtown Nashville, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the Tennessee State Capitol, and Germantown.

Explore Tennessee’s backcountry and local wineries aboard a side–by–side (SXS) vehicle during this half–day excursion. Grab your group, and designated drivers, and head off onto backroads for a fun, open–air ride to several local wineries. Learn about what the winemaking process looks like in Hampshire and purchase tastings to sample the wines.

Enjoy a little bit of everything during this unique, small-group combo tour in Nashville: tick off top landmarks in downtown Nashville—from the Tennessee State Capitol to famous honky tonk bars— in a comfortable golf cart, get a peek at the city’s Instagrammable murals, and taste locally brewed moonshine, whiskey, and vodka in two distilleries.

Explore downtown Nashville on a food walking tour. Learn about the architecture, history, and landmarks of the city with a guide as you wander through the historic riverfront area and sample Southern food items and a specialty cocktail. You may also hear some live music and perhaps enjoy a beer.

Explore Nashville from a local's perspective on this city tour with a local guide. Aboard an open-air, low-speed vehicle, cruise through Nashville to see numerous landmarks and other sightseeing locations. Notable sights along this tour include Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium, Music Row, The Gulch, and Marathon Village. Select a morning, afternoon, or evening tour when booking.