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    Walk With Me Tours

    Walk With Me Tours

    4.3
    (6 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    The one star is added because of the prompt refund and return of the flask we left in the car…read more Otherwise this was a total disaster and a bait and switch situation where we discussed one tour over the phone and the day of we were told otherwise. We had paid a deposit for two days of tour but when we contacted them 3-4 days prior we received a curt email which incorrectly stated that we were only booked for one day. Most businesses would have at least reviewed emails after receiving a detailed note from a client before sending such a rude response as the one we received. When we asked in repeat emails about what options were available for lunch and other specific questions no answers were received. However, the day of the tour George tried to turn the blame on us stating we would have needed to pre- order the meal with him despite his lack of email response about meal options. We also felt racially profiled since his interaction with my husband who is Caucasian visibly altered in addition to his entire demeanor, once we joined them In the hotel lobby and he realised that the other members of the tour, myself included were black. We opted not to take this tour since we felt that the new terms were different from what was previously discussed (not to mention he promised full flexibility with tours repeatedly on the phone) and we couldn't figure out how he'd be able to take us walking with the boot safely. We also were very specific in prior discussions that we had no interest in visiting the Biltmore estate but this was what George was encouraging us to switch to the day of the tour (once again probably because of his own limitations) He also tried to make us try to sign a waiver but then he got angry and defensive when we politely asked few polite questions about his insurance coverage and things to clarify what he was asking us to sign. Overall, I consider this a near miss event since everything suggested this tour would have been a competent disaster of a day had we gone on the road with George. The tour we ended up taking instead with a different company far exceeded our expectations without any hassle or racist undertones. George will probably try to defend his behavior by accusing us of being rude (this is in response to us asking for clarifications and for what we booked ) but since issues started way back from his side of the correspondence (or lack thereof) you can be the judge of the situation

    We went on a five hour hiking tour in the Pisgah National Forest area. George, our tour guide, took…read moreus to a beautiful waterfall and atop a tall fire tower with gorgeous views. I would definitely recommend this tour for any family!

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    Let Walk With Me Tours open the door to Biltmore Village
    Let Walk With Me Tours open the door to Biltmore Village
    Our groups love us.   You will too.   Join Walk With Me Tours for your next adventure
    Our groups love us. You will too. Join Walk With Me Tours for your next adventure
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    Outta Asheville

    Outta Asheville

    5.0
    (4 reviews)
    9.8 mi

    A Perfect Personalized Day in Asheville!…read more Just returned from a short trip to Asheville with two friends, and instead of renting a car we decided to book a private, personalized day trip with Outta Asheville. Best decision we made! From the very beginning, Jacque was wonderful to work with. She promptly provided multiple itinerary options based on our interests, including restaurant suggestions and menus so we could plan ahead. She arrived right on time to pick us up at our hotel, and immediately made us feel comfortable and taken care of. Our day included a relaxing walk through the Arboretum, a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, and visits to Pisgah Inn, Brevard , and Hendersonville. Throughout the entire experience, Jacque was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and seemed to know exactly where to take us to make the most of our time. Her van was stocked with thoughtful provisions, and she tailored the day to our interests and physical needs without us ever having to ask twice. She was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with -- warm, friendly, professional, and so accommodating. We highly recommend booking with Outta Asheville and letting her do the driving, planning, and navigating while you simply enjoy the views and experience. There wasn't a single negative thing about our day. Truly excellent! Would book again in a heartbeat!

    Jacque is very organized . She put together a lively afternoon for us visiting chimney rock, the e…read moreflowering bridge and 2 wineries . She drives really well . She took photos for us at every stop . She picked us up On time . She is very attentive and friendly . Highly Recommend this company .

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    The Asheville Masonic Temple

    The Asheville Masonic Temple

    4.2
    (6 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Had a good friend recently have an event here and her experience was not pleasant. The building was…read morevery dirty and there was poor communication with the Temple's contact while making several attempts. Very disappointed in the space, you should check out many other wonderful properties in town before considering this space.

    I had no idea this place was going to be as cool as it was, on the inside. The usual irony with…read moreFreemasonry is that these devotees of sacred architecture and geometry meet so often in shabby anonymous buildings with plate glass windows and acoustic ceiling tiles. No such irony here, friends. This particular Masonic Temple is a glorious celebration of detail and craftsmanship. Even the fuse box is beautiful, sitting in plain sight in a glass box in the stairwell, like a lost Joseph Cornell piece. Each doorknob is emblazoned with symbolism in bas relief. The ceiling is expansive, with groined arches recalling classic cathedrals. The original elevator is working, although I think most Americans don't know how to use old-style elevators anymore. The staircase is wide, and recalls the "I don't give a damn" set from Gone With the Wind. The real treasure is the 3rd floor theater. A round, domed room with a curving balcony, painted in dusky pink, chalk blue, and gilt. The acoustics are great, considering the age of the building. The star of the theater is the gorgeous backdrops. So ridiculously gorgeous, they risk upstaging whomever's performing. I've heard folklore (unsubstantiated, but believable) that these backdrops, themselves, are worth millions of dollars on today's market. Layer upon layer of hand-cut, hand-painted detail, that catches the light in amazing, dramatic ways. If you've ever been to the cyclorama in Atlanta, you might recognize a similar style, although the subject matter here isn't military stuff--it's romantic, pastoral, mystical. If you ever get a chance to go to anything at the Masonic Temple, go. Just go. Drop everything and go. Find a babysitter. Cancel your appointments. Go. Especially if you know the event will take place on the 3rd floor. You will be mindblown with awesomeness.

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    Show and tell pop up shop
    Show and tell pop up shop
    Rehearsal dinner in the theater.
    Rehearsal dinner in the theater.
    You can kind of glimpse the backdrops here, but it doesn't do them justice.

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    You can kind of glimpse the backdrops here, but it doesn't do them justice.

    AVL Lit Tours - walkingtours - Updated June 2026

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