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Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour

Roanoke, USA
  • 8 to 9 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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

    1

    Explore Park

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    2

    The Quarry Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    3

    The Great Valley Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    4

    Montvale Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    5

    Pine Tree Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    6

    Porter Mountain View

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    7

    Peaks of Otter Visitor Center

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    8

    Peaks of Otter Lodge

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    9

    Apple Orchard Falls Trailhead

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    10

    Apple Orchard Mountain Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    11

    Thunder Ridge Overlook

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    12

    James River Visitor Center

    30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    13

    Otter Lake Waterfalls

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    14

    Indian Gap Rocks

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    15

    Buena Vista

    45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    16

    Chimney Rock Mountain Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    17

    Irish Creek Valley Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    18

    Yankee Horse Ridge Trailhead to Wigwam Falls

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    19

    Whetstone Ridge Visitor Center

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    20

    Big Spy Mountain Overlook

    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    21

    20-Minute Cliff Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    22

    Sherando Lake

    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    23

    Raven's Roost Overlook

    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    24

    Blue Ridge Parkway - Humpback Rocks Visitor Center

    20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    25

    Afton Overlook. Start of Blue Ridge Parkway

    5 minutesAdmission 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

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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    On average, this is booked 15 days in advance.