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Grand Tour 2025: Tail of Dragon


Day 1: Toronto to Pittsburgh

Distance: Approx. 450 miles (725 km)

  • Driving Time: ~7 hours

  • Scenic Roads:

    • Highway 401: Start your journey on Ontario's major highway.

    • Highway 403: Connect to the QEW towards Niagara.

    • Niagara Parkway: Enjoy views of the Niagara River and the falls.

Day 2: Pittsburgh to West Virginia

Distance: Approx. 120 miles (193 km)

  • Driving Time: ~2.5 hours

  • Scenic Roads:

    • I-79 South: Head towards West Virginia.

    • US-33 East: Scenic views through the Allegheny Mountains.

  • Stop: Explore the beautiful landscapes and attractions

Day 3: West Virginia to Asheville

Distance: Approx. 130 miles (209 km)

Driving Time: ~3 hours

  • Scenic Roads:

    • Blue Ridge Parkway: Famous for its stunning mountain views and overlooks.

    • US-221 South: Offers additional scenic views as you approach Asheville.

  • Attractions: Stop at overlooks and visitor centers along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Day 4: Asheville to Knoxville via Tail of the Dragon

Distance: Approx. 200 miles (322 km)

Driving Time: ~4 hours

  • Scenic Roads:

    • US-129 South: Known as the Tail of the Dragon, famous for its 318 curves in 11 miles.

    • US-411 South: Connects you to I-75 towards Chattanooga.

  • Attractions: Enjoy the thrilling drive on the Tail of the Dragon.

Day 5: Knoxville to Chattanooga via Great Smoky Mountains

  • Scenic Roads: Explore local scenic drives around the area, including the scenic routes around Lookout Mountain

  • Final Dinner

Katherine Giambattista

(Tel:) 905-525-2525

Padovani Travel | TICO Registration: #50014877

305 James Street North, Hamilton, ON L8R 2L4

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