Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour
- 8 to 9 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- Offline Audio Guided Tour: Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
- Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
- Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
- Freedom to explore at your own pace - pick the stops you want, skip the ones you don’t
- Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
- Offline map (map and GPS work completely offline - no wifi or data needed)
- Tours NEVER expire
- Take the tour when you want - download the tour and choose the day that works best for you
- Tour Start is Customizable
- Meals and refreshment
- Parking Fees$3.00 per person
- Entrance Fees
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 120 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Roanoke, VA 24014, USA
Tour Starts at Blue Ridge Parkway South of Roanoke, VA at the southern end of Mill Mountain Parkway. (Tour can be started vice versa.)
End point
- Waynesboro, VA 22980, USA
The tour ends south of Waynesboro, VA near Afton.
Operating hours
- 09/11/2023 - 04/18/2027
Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Itinerary
Explore Park
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Quarry Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Great Valley Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Montvale Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pine Tree Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Porter Mountain View
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Peaks of Otter Visitor Center
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Peaks of Otter Lodge
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Apple Orchard Falls Trailhead
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Apple Orchard Mountain Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Thunder Ridge Overlook
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
James River Visitor Center
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Otter Lake Waterfalls
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Indian Gap Rocks
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Buena Vista
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Chimney Rock Mountain Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Irish Creek Valley Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Yankee Horse Ridge Trailhead to Wigwam Falls
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Whetstone Ridge Visitor Center
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Big Spy Mountain Overlook
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
20-Minute Cliff Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sherando Lake
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Raven's Roost Overlook
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Blue Ridge Parkway - Humpback Rocks Visitor Center
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Afton Overlook. Start of Blue Ridge Parkway
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
- Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
- Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
- Top Features: • Hands-Free: The tour works automatically - GPS-activated stories, directions, and music play as you drive for a seamless experience. • Works Offline: No need for continuous wifi or data. • Reliable Support: Get help via call, chat, or email.
- Private and Personalized: • Crowd-Free: Enjoy a private tour with just your group. • Customizable Stops: Pick the stops you want and skip the ones you don’t!
- The Ultimate Guided Tour: • Detailed Itinerary: Includes travel tips and recommendations. • Engaging Narration: Captivating stories and history.
- What Our Users Say: • “A fantastic way to explore! Easy to use and very informative.” • “Loved the flexibility to stop and go as we pleased. Highly recommend!”
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
Operator Reviews on Tripadvisor
From $12.99
per group (up to 15)up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)








