Top 20 Experiences in North Carolina
Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Cart Tour
Smooth, extra cushion, new golf carts Discounted parking. Award winning, TRUE Southern Charm with every tour. Tours leave promptly! Take a 5-star/award winning tour to dig deep into our history on luxurious limo golf carts to see why people are saying Southern Charm Rides is #1 historical tour in Charlotte, southern hospitality, food discount, etc. We stop for pictures. We give historical information dating back to the 1700s. Learn where Elvis performed, the name Queen City, Fourth Ward neighborhood, gold mining, arts, and tales throughout the cities' history. You will learn about the “medicine man,” the first hospital, the Bootlegger house, etc. For sports fans, Bank of America Stadium, Truist Ball Field, NASCAR Hall of Fame, etc We travel down the Main Street showing you art, museums, and many landmarks. Don’t just take our word for it, read our reviews! Our tours have been the highlight of the trip for many travelers. Also, see Southern Charm Haunted/true crime tour!
2-hour Outer Banks Wild Horse Tour by 4WD Truck
The Bender family continues a 50 year tradition of traveling in open air style safari vehicles north of Corolla along the ocean and sand dunes on a 2 hour, small group, excursion sharing history and ecology along the way. We stop for several photo opportunities and points of interests along the way, as well including private access to the Wild Horse Conservation Area. This tour also includes a professional and knowledgeable horse guide to educate you on what you are seeing. Choose from one of 3 departure times when you book. The maximum will be TWELVE (12) people. If you have more than 12 people please call us directly for accommodations. We will NOT be able to allow any children UNDER 45 POUNDS on the tour.
Asheville Historic Downtown Guided Electric Bike Tour with Scenic Views
Join us on a fun-filled and informative electric bike tour of Asheville! Approximately 3-hours long, this e-bike tour is the perfect way to experience the city’s charm and learn about its fascinating history. You’ll see Asheville’s noteworthy architectural gems, take in the stunning scenery from carefully chosen viewpoints, and hear the stories behind Asheville’s best historical sites. The electric pedal assist and throttles on our e-bikes allow you to easily ride up Asheville’s steep hills! Your expert guide will lead you safely through city streets, bike greenways, and quiet, picturesque neighborhood roads. There is no better way to experience how Asheville has changed in recent years, what makes it so special today, and what’s in store for the years ahead than joining the Flying Bike on our award-winning Downtown Asheville E-bike Tour.
French Broad Gorge Whitewater Rafting Trip
The French Broad river spans 218 miles from Rosman, North Carolina through Asheville, and toward the state of Tennessee. Section 9 of the French Broad river starts approximately 45 minutes away from Asheville near Marshall, North Carolina and runs through the Pisgah National Forest. The majority of French Broad Section 9 flows through protected lands, and is beginner-friendly. Your guide will navigate you through approximately 5 miles of Section 9, where you will raft through class II and class III difficulty levels, and you may briefly encounter class IV drops depending on the time of year, and the amount of rainfall. This tour combines an incredible stretch of exciting and continuous rapids with some of the most breathtaking scenery around.
Historical city tour on eco-friendly cart
If the weather forecast is expecting rain you can book a tour on our Shuttle Bus! Join us for a 90 min historical city tour of all 4 wards of uptown Charlotte. Our experienced guides can’t wait to show you our beautiful city and tell you all about its history. Expect to see historical churches, court houses, hotels, museums, theaters, homes dating back to as early as 1867 and more. For our sports fans we drive pass the Nascar Hall of Fame, the Spectrum Center (home of the Charlotte Hornets), Bank of America Stadium (home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC), and Truist Field (home of the Charlotte Knights). Queen City Rides is Charlotte’s original eco-friendly cart tour and has been providing the best tours in Charlotte for over 7 years and we are so excited for you to join us! Our carts are non-lifted, low to the ground and are very easy to get on and off. They are equipped with thick cushioned seats and seat belts. Kids under 5 ride FREE!!
Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist
As featured in Southern Living Magazine and MSN News, discover the authentic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway with a naturalist guide to show you the best vistas, photo spots, and waterfalls that make Asheville famous. This intimate, small-group tour makes it easy to get to know your experienced, expert guide and learn more about the region. -Learn about the area’s history, plants, and wildlife from your naturalist guide -Visit famous waterfalls and ones that most tourists miss -See the best of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s expansive mountain views
Asheville Night-Time Walking Ghost Tour
Experience the spookiest sites of downtown Asheville with your expert local guide. Enjoy hair-raising tales and dark history! Created & owned by Joshua P. Warren, this is Asheville's original and ultimate ghost adventure! See why we've always been rated #1!
2.5-Hour Blue Ridge Parkway Guided Jeep Tour
Join a small group of like-minded individuals for a Jeep ride on America's most famous roadway. This tour takes you on the most iconic stretch of the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, where you will enjoy endless views from your seat in our custom Jeep. Your local guide will share stories about Pisgah National Forest, its rich history, and unique biodiversity, and we will stop at our favorite overlooks with the best vistas and great picture spots, guaranteed to make your friends and family jealous! We will take you up to 5,500 feet above sea level, through dense forest, past wildlife, edible plants, and miles and miles of views. Explore the Blue Ridge Mountains like a local! Important: Mountain weather is extremely unpredictable. Rain is very normal in these mountains. We will make sure you have ponchos but be prepared to get wet on this tour. If the weather becomes dangerous and we must cancel the trip, you will receive a full refund.
Horse and Carriage Ride through Moses H. Cone Park
We are the only authorized horse and carriage service in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. While you are witnessing the breathtaking views the parkway and Moses H Cone Memorial Park has to offer, experience the historical Manor and carriage trails while riding in comfort on a carriage. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks.
Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls Hiking Tour from Asheville
We pick you up! Our tour offers a driver/seasoned local guide who will pick you up at your accommodation within 3 miles of city center (One North Pack Square). A small group tour, we provide all window, captain chair seating in a late model Ford transit van , drinks/snacks included. We will travel along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway to discover the amazing views and scenery surrounding this iconic road that connects two National Parks on our way to the hiking portion through the mountains near Asheville. (scheduled bathroom stops :). We will drive through some beautiful mountain scenery on the way visit three waterfalls and two protected forests. IMPORTANT Before booking this tour please know that we will be walking approximately 3 miles on the hiking portion of this tour over 2 hours at pace of about 1 1/2 miles per hour, including stops at the falls and you should feel comfortable walking this distance before making a booking. We will return to Asheville is between 1:30 & 1:45pm.
90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte
Buzz through Charlotte’s hopping Uptown neighborhood on this Segway tour of North Carolina’s biggest city! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! We thoroughly and carefully train each guest BEFORE the 1.5 tour begins. It's FUN and EASY! Follow your local guide as you glide throughout the city, viewing our unique architecture, art, parks, and historic spaces. Our city has a fascinating history, and you can see it all UP CLOSE on a Segway! Choose either a 1.5- hr or 2-hour ride (the longer tour has limited availability). This is a GREAT, POPULAR tour of Uptown Charlotte, however we are often unable to accommodate late guests. PROMPT ARRIVAL IS A MUST FOR THIS TOUR. THANK YOU!!!
Charlotte Historical City Tour
Our daily 2-hour Historic City Tour covers all 4 Wards of Uptown Charlotte. After the first hour we do stop for a 15-minute restroom break at a local market. Then we venture out into several historic neighborhoods that built out from Uptown Charlotte over the years. Each is different with a distinct vibe and feel of their own. Our guides are Charlotte born and have a great knowledge of the city and area. Our vehicles are comfortable and airconditioned. Each guide narrates the tour live as you travel through the areas. If you truly want to know what Charlotte is all about, we can tell you!
Corolla Kayak Adventure
Kayaking around the sheltered islands, bays and canals of the Currituck Sound on the Outer Banks is a real treat!!! This Corolla Kayak Tour is one of the few places where you can leave the hustle and bustle of the summer madness and really unwind with your family on Outer Banks. Location: Tim buck II Shopping Center, HWY 12 North, Corolla, NC 27927 2 Hour Experience Great sunset tour location! Safe, fun & educational Quality Sit In Kayaks Available all spring, summer & fall
Explore The Blue Ridge Mountains: Private Day Trip from Asheville
The Blue Ridge Mountains are one of the oldest ranges in the world, arising from tectonic plates colliding hundreds of millions of years ago. With misty mountains, winding roads, and sprawling green vistas, the blue mountain parkway is one of America's most beautiful drives. On your private excursion, your guide will take you through the mountains on the Blue Ridge Parkway, where you will enjoy several scenic highlights and have the opportunity to do two hikes. You will stop for lunch (price not included) in a quaint town, where your guide will recommend a place for the best Southern food and hospitality. After a day spent exploring the towns dotting the highway and the striking geological features of the ridge, your guide will drive you back to your hotel in Asheville.
Scenic E-Bike Tour in the Mountains
Starting at our shop just north of downtown Asheville, we’ll meet and greet, hop on electric bicycles, and begin our tour of the area. From our starting point we will leisurely cruise down through the quaint Montford and north Asheville communities on our way to Patton mountain where we will see numerous historical sites. We will then begin our ascent of Patton mountain where we’ll find panoramic views of the southern Appalachian mountains and the Asheville valley at every turn. Cruising on another few miles we’ll hit Town Mountain road where we will embark on a winding and exciting descent back down to the Asheville valley. Arriving at the bottom invigorated and just in time to see the incredible architecture of the historic Grove Park Inn!
Asheville Coffee Tours
ASHEVILLE IS OFTEN REFERRED TO AS BEER CITY SINCE IT IS HOME TO THE MOST BREWERIES PER CAPITA IN THE COUNTRY.BUT WHAT MANY FOLKS MISS ON THEIR WEEKEND TRIPS TO ASHEVILLE IS THE VIBRANT COFFEE COMMUNITY. ON ASHEVILLE COFFEE TOURS, OUR GOAL IS TO HELP LOCALS AND TOURISTS ALIKE DISCOVER ALL THAT ASHEVILLE’S COFFEE SCENE HAS TO OFFER. FROM MICRO-ROASTERS TO INDEPENDENT COFFEE SHOPS, ASHEVILLE IS PEPPERED WITH PEOPLE PASSIONATE ABOUT SPECIALTY BEVERAGES.
Charlotte Haunted Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour
Your costumed guide will lead the group on a 2 hour walking tour through Charlotte's famous Uptown. You will begin and end at a bar, each housed in historic buildings with their own unique ghosts and stories. Guests will have time to purchase and enjoy a delicious libation as the guide tells them all about the fascinating history of Charlotte and some of its most famous and creepy haunted stories! *Tour route and drink stops are subject to availability. *All guests must be 21+ with Valid ID. Alcohol is not included.
Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour
Our friendly staff and brand new custom built vessel create a memorable experience that encourages new friends to be made while enjoying the wildlife and scenic beauty of the Wrightsville Beach area.
Historical City Tour in Guided Shuttle Bus
Hope on and join us for a 90 min historical city tour through all 4 wards of uptown Charlotte. Our experienced guides can’t wait to show you our beautiful city and tell you all about its history. Expect to see historical churches, court houses, hotels, museums, theaters, homes dating back to as early as 1867 and more. For our sports fans we drive pass the Nascar Hall of Fame, the Spectrum Center (home of the Charlotte Hornets), Bank of America Stadium (home of the Carolina Panthers and Charlotte FC), and Truist Field (home of the Charlotte Knights). This tour is done in a heated/air-conditioned 13 passenger shuttle bus. Queen City Rides has been providing some of the best tours in Charlotte for over 7 years and we are so excited for you to join us! Meeting location is one block from the Light Rails Trade street station. Public parking garages are conveniently located on E 5th Street where we meet. Please arrive 10 minutes early!
Eagles Island 50 minute Narrated Boat Cruise
Enjoy a relaxing ride on the river on our comfortable 46' catamaran as you learn more about Wilmington, NC from our friendly captain and crew. Gain a new perspective on our history and ecology as we share fun facts and historical anecdotes as we cruise along the Cape Fear River. We promise that no two cruises are alike! If you would like a private charter or one of our other cruises, please give us a call.