Motivation
We, two families including four adults, two kids, and one newborn decided to make a road trip last weekend. Sometimes we need to get out of town but aren’t able to spend too much doing so. These weekend trip ideas help us relax, unwind and get away from it all without draining our bank account or requiring us to trek too far from home. Thus, we aim to see the iconic places around North Carolina and make a short gateway. Additionally, we wanted to spend time together with our friends who will soon leave the country.
Program
Our plan includes visiting Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, Pisgah National Forest and Asheville on the first day and then visiting Great Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg on the second day. We stayed one night at The Terrace Hotel at Lake Junaluska. Here is a short summary of our plan
Day 1st – Saturday
- Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
- Biltmore Mansion (Cancelled because tickets are too expensive and time sake)
- Looking Glass Falls
- Stay at The Terrace Hotel at Lake Junaluska
Day 2nd – Sunday
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Clingmans Dome
- Chimney Picnic Area
- Gatlinburg Downtown, Tenesse
- Mirror Maze at Gatlinburg
Cost
| 800 miles on roads | $75 |
| Hotel (1 night) | $139 |
| Food and beverages | $22 |
| Chimney Rock ticket | $42 |
| Car parking | $8 |
| Mirror Maze Tickets | $24 |
| TOTAL | $310 |
Route and Locations
You can find the exact locations on the map.
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