If you are planning to travel to the USA and are looking for an informative and touristy destination that is not crowded with a high number of visitors, there are viable options for such a trip. One such place is North Carolina which is an understated place of beauty. Consider these suggestions for what you can do in this wonderful place.
Outdoor Activities
If you are ready to unplug, unwind, and reconnect with your nature-loving side, the Asheville region and surrounding areas have a variety of diverse outdoor recreation opportunities you may enjoy. A mecca for outdoor enthusiasts who are looking for a vacation destination or weekend getaway, this location offers outdoor activities such as canoeing, kayaking, biking, watersports, hiking, horseback riding, camping, waterfall hikes, and much more. If you are looking for accommodations to stay in while you are visiting, you may likely enjoy staying here.
Segways
Asheville is known as the Paris of the south, and you will see why if you join a guided segway tour. There are many tours to choose from including one that lasts two hours. On this tour, you will see all the amazing sites that Asheville, North Carolina, has to offer. Don't worry if you have never used a segway before, you will be shown how to use it and you'll be supplied with a helmet for safety.
Waterfalls
If you love waterfalls, then you won't want to miss the Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls. They are breathtaking, and you can take a guided hike to them. Hike up the mountains to see the glorious three waterfalls that the city has to offer. In order to get to the parkway, try traveling from your hotel in a comfortable van where you can get a lovely history lesson about Asheville.
Whitewater Paddle
If you love the water and want to experience the best river in North Carolina for whitewater rafting, then join a guided tour and experience class 2 and 3 rapids along the river. You can take some time to take a dip in the water which is a great way to cool off and relax after your vigorous raft ride. At the end of the tour, you can also enjoy a cold beverage.
Aquarium
Finally, if you love all things underwater, then North Carolina has an aquarium with over 3,000 sea life creatures to see and learn about. You may wish to attend an informative talk or observe a feeding as well. You can even see a giant pacific octopus and try to spot all eight legs, this may seem easy although it isn't. At the end of your aquarium trip, take a walk through the underwater tunnel and see how many types of sea life you can spot.