Full Day Tour from Atlanta to Amicalola Falls and Blue Ridge

About this experience

Explore scenic drive through gorgeous North Georgia Mountain scenery. Journey through stunning North Georgia and head towards Blue Ridge on this half day tour from the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Blue Ridge countryside is richly blessed: 106,000 acres of national forest, more than 100 miles of rivers and streams and Lake Blue Ridge, a 3,290-acre crystal clear freshwater playground. There are things to do in Blue Ridge, Georgia for everyone, from outdoor adventures and family-friendly fun to shopping, fine dining and simple relaxation. This tour will have minimum 2 and maximum 7 travelers

Experience type

Day tour or activity

Duration

9 hours

Booking in advance

Book at least 4 hours in advance. Before the tour starts.

Guide

English

Audio guide

English

Live tour guide

English

Categories

Adventure · Bus or minivan tour · Atv or quad tour · Luxury and special occasions

What's included

Air-conditioned Vehicle Bottled water Private transportation

What's not included

Gratuities Lunch

Please note

• Not wheelchair accessible • Not suitable for pets • Infants must not sit on laps • Not recommended for people with back problems • Not recommended for pregnant travelers • Not recommended for people with heart conditions • • Our guide will call the guests one day before the tour date and confirm the pick-up timing and location. Please install WhatsApp to have an easy communication with our guide. Stroller or pram accessible Public transportation nearby Infant seats available

Itinerary

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   Day 1

   Atlanta

   Atlanta

   After Picking the guests we will head towards one of the coolest spots in the North Georgia mountains - Amicalola Falls State Park. About halfway between Ellijay and Dahlonega off of GA Hwy 52, it's an easy trip from either I-575 N on the west side of metro Atlanta area or GA 400 on the east. Located in Dawsonville, Amicalola Falls State Park is about 70 miles from Atlanta and only about a 1 hour and 20 minute drive. The state park is located near popular North Georgia towns like Dahlonega, Helen, and Ellijay.

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   Day 1

   Amicalola Falls State Park

   418 Amicalola Falls Road, , 30534-1009 Dawsonville

   A nature lover’s wonderland, it’s only 8 miles from the Appalachian Trail and within the Chattahoochee National Forest. The park is named after its most treasured feature, Amicalola Falls – a magnificent 729-foot waterfall that’s the third-highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River.

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   Day 1

   Blue Ridge

   Blue Ridge

   With 106,000 acres of Chattahoochee National Forest, 300 miles of hiking trails, the start of the Appalachian Trail and 100 miles of trout streams, Blue Ridge is the perfect place for a romantic getaway and a family vacation. Blue Ridge was once considered an elite health resort because of its pure mineral waters. It was established as a railroad town, with the depot at its heart.

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   Day 1

   Mercier Orchards

   8660 Blue Ridge Dr, , 30513-4117 Blue Ridge

   Visit Mercier Orchards, largest orchard in the south, located on Highway 5 just outside Blue Ridge. Pick apples off the tree, buy fresh apple cider and the best fried apple pies – a true farm to table experience. Treat the family to a farm tractor tour and u-pick strawberries, blueberries and apples in season. The new tasting room features homemade hard cider from the freshest Mercier grown fruit.

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   Day 1

   405 Vogel State Park Rd

   405 Vogel State Park Rd, , 30512-7643 Blairsville

   One of Georgia’s prettiest state parks, including scenic Lake Trahlyta, which has a swimming beach with paddle boats. A short hiking trail along the lake leads you to an observation deck to view the falls. Directly below Lake Trahlyta is a stepping-stone waterfall

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   Day 1

   Atlanta

   Atlanta

   Drop the guest Back to hotels/home

Pick up

Pickup available

Pickup 45 minutes before departure.

Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta 75 14th Street Northeast, , 30309 Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl Airport 6000 N Terminal Pkwy, 30320 Atlanta

Cancellation policy · Full Day Tour from Atlanta to Amicalola Falls and Blue Ridge

Standard Viator policy

• Cancellation 0–24 hours before departure: 100% cancellation fee.
• Cancellation 24–24000 hours before departure: 0% cancellation fee.

Good to know

Operated by BARBIL TOURS and sold by AGORA. Your voucher and booking reference arrive by email straight after payment.