Great Smoky Mountains,Gatlinburg 4-Day Tour From Chicago

Day 1: Chicago --Indianapolis --London, KY

Pass By: Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Today we will set out from Chicago. At noon, we will visit the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum where collects almost all kinds of race cars from 1909. Following, we will take a quick visit to Indiana Statehouse. Stay overnight in London, KY.

Itinerary:

Chicago → Indianapolis → Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum (Optional, 60 mins) → Indiana Statehouse (30 mins) → Hotel

Stop At: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, 4750 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222-2550
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is an automotive museum on the grounds of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Speedway, Indiana, United States, which houses the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame. It is intrinsically linked to the Indianapolis 500 and Brickyard 400, but it also includes exhibits reflecting other forms of motorsports, passenger cars, and general automotive history. In 2006, it celebrated its 50th anniversary. The museum foundation possesses several former Indianapolis 500-winning cars, and they are regularly rotated onto the display floor exhibits.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Indiana Statehouse, 200 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204, USA
The Indiana Statehouse is the Indiana State Capitol building of the U.S. state of Indiana. It is located in the state capital Indianapolis at 200 West Washington Street. The building houses the Indiana General Assembly, the office of the Governor of Indiana, the Supreme Court of Indiana, and other state officials. It was Built in 1888, and is the fifth building to house the state government.

Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel：Quality Inn London KY Or Baymont by Wyndham Corbin Or similar

Day 2: London, KY -- Great Smoky Mountain Park --Chattanooga

Pass By: London, London, Kentucky
In the morning, we will leave London for the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. Many kinds of animals inhabit here, and there are about 1,500 species of bears alone. So it will be a great opprtunity to see the wild bears! Then follow us and take a visit Gatlinburg. You may take the cable car to the mountain top. Following, we will go to Pigeon Forge, where you can visit the Titanic Museum built to commemorate the sinking of the "Titanic" and enjoy the most famous local song and dance performance at your own expense.

Itinerary:

Great Smoky Mountain Park In-depth Tour (Mandatary, 2 hours, head to Newfound Gap) → Gatlinburg (100 mins) → Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway (Optional, 20 mins) → Pigeon Forge → Titanic Museum (Optional, 60 mins) → Dolly Parton's Stampede (Optional, 120 mins)

Stop At: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 107 Park Headquarters Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-4102
Great Smoky Mountain Park In-depth Tour (Mandatary, 2 hours, head to Newfound Gap)

Great Smoky Mountains here we come! It offers a spectacular view and fresh air of the mountains! Besides, open areas in the park offer some best opportunities to see wildlife, for example black bear, elk, white-tail deer, as well as kinds of wildflowers!

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Gatlinburg, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Gatlinburg is a city known for its charm and beauty, and winter is no exception. From magical holiday traditions to pristine skiing slopes, Gatlinburg offers plenty of ways to delight in the season's best activities. Discover the best of Gatlinburg’s inspiring landscapes and small-town allures when the temperatures drop.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park & Ski Area, 1001 Parkway Suite 2, Gatlinburg, TN 37738-3138
Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway (Optional, 20 mins)
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Titanic Museum Attraction, 2134 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-2995
Let’s drive to Pigeon Forge where we will visit the Titanic Museum Attraction to sail the seas in 1912! You will get a feel for what the passengers deluxe hallways looked like and learn about the statistics about the ship. As you enter, you will be given a passenger boarding ticket. On this ticket, is the name of an actual Titanic passenger and the class they were traveling. You will learn the individual stories of several passengers. In the Titanic Memorial Room, find out whether your ticketed passenger survived.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction, 3849 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-3815
Dine in a dinner theatre where you can watch a brilliant show with 32 horses and a cast of top-notch riders plus a mouth-watering four-course feast complete with a delicious dessert! They will thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and competition, pitting North against South in a friendly and fun rivalry. You will also enjoy music, dancing, special effects, and family-friendly comedy along the way.

Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation included: Hotel：Days Inn by Wyndham Chattanooga/Hamilton Place Or similar

Day 3: Chattanooga --Lookout Mountain

Pass By: Chattanooga, Chattanooga, Tennessee
After breakfast, we will head to Chattanooga and explore the magnificent Lookout Mountain and Ruby Falls which is a 145-foot high underground waterfall located within Lookout Mountain. Following, we will take a visit to Rock City. Finally, we’ll take the Lookout Mountain Incline Railway.

Itinerary:

Chattanooga → Lookout Mountain → Ruby Fall (Optional, 90 mins) → Rock City (Optional, 75 mins) → Lookout Mountain Incline Railway (Optional, 75 mins) → Hotel

Stop At: Ruby Falls, 1720 Scenic Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37409-1163
A breathtaking 145-foot underground waterfall is a natural wonder. It is located over 1,120 feet below the surface of Lookout Mountain. It is fed by rainwater and underground springs and the water from the falls eventually flows into the Tennessee River.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Rock City Tap, 106 N Main St, Rock City, IL 61070-9505
On the top of the Rock City, it is said seven neighboring states might be seen from Lover's Leap - you can find out whether it is true or not. However, we are sure you will be amazed by the breathtaking panoramic views of the natural landscape, massive ancient rock formations, and gardens with over 400 native plant species.

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Point Park - Lookout Mountain Battlefields, Hwy 148, Lookout Mountain, TN
This historic hilltop on the southern border of Tennessee has a colorful history as a place of importance during wartime. Most notably, it was the centerpiece of the Battle of Lookout Mountain during the American Civil War. This team has been running almost continually since 1895 and except for an engine update in 1911, it hasn't changed very much in more than 100 years of operation. The ride stretches about one mile up the mountain and the incline reaches a breathtaking 72.7% grade – almost straight up! Enjoy the “America’s Most Amazing Mile“ aboard!

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Hotel breakfast

Accommodation included: Hotel：Red Roof Inn & Suites Cave City Or Baymont by Wyndham Bowling Green Or similar

Day 4: Mammoth Cave National Park --Chicago

Pass By: Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Today, we will head to visit Mammoth Cave National Park. The first human to enter Mammoth Cave passed under its imposing arch about 4,000 years ago. Now, you can explore the winding caverns for yourself. Then, we will back to Chicago.

Itinerary:

Mammoth Cave National Park (120 mins) → Chicago

Stop At: Mammoth Cave National Park, Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky
Mammoth Cave National Park preserves the longest known cave system in the world, as well as part of the verdant, hilly Green River valley in south central Kentucky. The park draws thousands of visitors looking to explore the more-than 600 kilometers of caverns. It’s these vast chambers and complex labyrinths that earned the park its name: Mammoth.

Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast: Hotel breakfast

No accommodation included on this day.