Cumberland Caverns and The Great Stone Door Excursion in Nashville
Join an Expert Local Guide and Explore the Famous Cumberland Caverns and Stone Door on This Full Day Hike
TN
people
2 participants
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- • Nashville Cumberland Caverns and Stone Door Tour
- • 6-8 Hour Guided Hike of Underground Caverns
- • All Transportation and Admission Fees Included
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Nashville Experience Gifts: Explore one of the world's largest natural cavern rooms with this exciting Cumberland Caverns guided tour in Tennessee.
If the mystery of underground caverns fills you with excitement and awe, then get your explorer’s hat on because this is the ultimate guided tour of McMinnville. The 6-8 hour adventure takes you deep into the depths of Cumberland Caverns where you’ll explore huge caves, underground passageways, dramatic rock formations, underground waterfalls and shining blue pools of water. But the best is yet to come as you discover one of the largest natural cavern rooms in the world that now holds a live concert hall. Finally, it's back to the world outside for a visit to the Great Stone Door, a natural stone stairway leading to awe inspiring views of the canyon and finish up with a spectacular view of a waterfall.
This exciting tour of Cumberland Caverns is the ideal gift experience for the adventurous explorer visiting Nashville.
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Experience Overview:
Cumberland Caverns And The Great Stone Door Excursion In NashvilleFull Day Adventure to See the Tallest Waterfall East of the Mississippi River & Tennessee's Largest Show Cave + An Underground Waterfall!
Duration & Difficulty
8-10 Hours
Moderate (Cumberland Caverns includes 350 uneven, natural stone steps to reach the largest formation in the cave)
Stop #1: Cumberland Caverns - Largest Show Cave in Tennessee!
It consists of 27+ miles of underground passageways, incredible rock formations, beautiful underground waterfalls, and gleaming pools.
Hike 1.5 miles Underground!
On this trek learn about the cave's geology and wildlife as we view incredible stalagmites, stalactites, and flowstone formations. Traverse up and over 350 natural stone steps into the largest room in the cave with the largest formation and a stunning lightshow as your reward. Then travel through an underground "slot-canyon" on our way to the "Volcano Room" featuring a massive 8ft. x 15ft. antique chandelier.
See the "Never-Ending" Underground Waterfall and Hike An Underground "Slot Canyon"!!
Stop #2: Fall Creek Falls - Tallest Free Flowing Waterfall in the Eastern U.S.
Just a short easy walk from a nearby parking lot allows us to observe Fall Creek Falls without a long hike. At 256 feet, it is the Tallest free falling Waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Adjacent to Fall Creek Falls is Coon Creek Falls which drops an impressive 250ft.
Enjoy a picnic style lunch and wrap-up your day with a visit to "The Village". It's an area consisting of a Gift Shop, General Store, and Ice Cream Shop / Cafe with plenty of tasty treats and coffee.
This tour DOES NOT include the very strenuous hike to the base of Fall Creek Falls. The Base of Falls trail is included on our strenuous, full-day Fall Creek Falls hiking adventure.
NOTE: Discount pricing is based on double occupancy and/or larger groups. Otherwise, our regular single ticket prices apply.
What's included
Roundtrip ground transportation originating in Nashville, TN
Lite snacks, bottled water, and lunch
Professional Guides
Park fees and transportation within the parks
Rain ponchos (as needed)
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Please note this experience needs a combined minimum of 4 participants to run, if this minimum is not met your experience will be rescheduled.
This trail features sections that can be rocky, steep and/or slippery. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are required
Tennessee weather tends to be unpredictable this tour operates rain or shine (excluding severe weather) so please be prepared accordingly.
We meet up (start and end) in front of Bob's Steak & Chop House, located at 250 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203.
What to bring:
Specialty clothing for your comfort - i.e. coats, gloves, etc during cold temperatures vice versa during warm temperatures
Sunscreen
Required: Sturdy, Closed-toe shoes with good traction
Optional gratuities
Level of difficulty
Travelers should have at least a moderate physical fitness level.
Health restrictions
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Must be in good physical condition, able to climb over downed trees, walk on uneven surfaces and climb in elevation.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 6 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Just IN Time Adventures
Product SKU: US-1644-0002
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Cumberland Caverns Excursion in Nashville
TN
people
2 participants
hours
- • Nashville Cumberland Caverns and Stone Door Tour
- • 6-8 Hour Guided Hike of Underground Caverns
- • All Transportation and Admission Fees Included
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