AshevillebyChelsea

What's Included

• Room for 3 nights
• All listed activities
• The Artisan Tour Art, Food and the Culture of Leisure

  For food, culture, and nature enthusiasts it doesn’t get any better than Asheville. On this downtown walking tour, a local guide will show you the best of what Asheville has to offer a curious visitor.See some of the city’s architectural gems and learn about the most intriguing personalities from Asheville’s history. Exploring at a relaxed pace, there will be plenty of time to sip and savor

• Afternoon Hike — Bearwallow Mountain

  You can't go to Asheville without hitting the Blue Ridge Mountains. This hike is the perfect way to kick off the trip. Open summit, and sweeping 360° views. Wear layers and bring water. The views at the top are worth every step.

• Welcome Drinks at the Fire Pit

  The official start of the trip. Cold drinks, a crackling fire, and the whole crew together for the first time. No agenda — just good company and a great night ahead.

• Welcome Dinner — Curate Bar de Tapas

  Asheville's most talked-about restaurant and the perfect first night out. Small plates, great wine, and a warm lively atmosphere made for a group dinner. Come hungry.

• Breakfast at AutoCamp

  A quick, easy breakfast on-site before the morning's big adventure. Coffee, something to eat, and just enough time to gear up before hitting the water.

• Whitewater Rafting or Kayaking

  An adrenaline start to day two — whitewater rafting or kayaking through some of the best rapids near Asheville. Splashy, fun, and a great way to bond as a group before a well-earned lunch.

• Lunch

  Lunch with the group after a morning on the water, before heading into downtown Asheville for an afternoon of shopping and exploring.

• Wine or Beer Tasting

  A working winery on a 8,000-acre estate in the Blue Ridge Mountains — only in Asheville. Complimentary tastings, award-winning wines, and a setting that feels like a different world. A perfect sunset stop.

• Group Dinner — Chestnut

  One of downtown Asheville's most beloved restaurants, housed in a gorgeous 1920s building. Seasonal American menu, warm atmosphere, and the kind of dinner that feels like a real occasion. Reservations are set — just show up and enjoy.

• Slow Morning — Coffee & Hang

  No alarm, no agenda. Just coffee & hang time. This is exactly what the trip is for.

• Outdoor Yoga Session at AutoCamp

  Morning yoga on the lawn with the Blue Ridge Mountains as your backdrop. A private instructor comes to us — all you have to do is show up. Airstreams behind, mountains ahead, coffee waiting after.

• River Arts District Exploration

  22 working artist studios inside converted industrial buildings, incredible murals, and local galleries around every corner. Three standout spots to hit: Marquee for meticulously styled stalls with neon signs, vintage mirrors, and bold local art. The Art Gallery for interactive contemporary paintings that come to life through a smartphone app — perfect for reels. The Textile Boutique for handmade knitwear, silk scarves, and woven accessories ideal for flat-lays. This is Asheville at its most creative — wander freely and see what catches your eye.

• Lunch at Wedge Brewing Co.

  One of Asheville's coolest spots — moody, industrial-gothic vibes, incredible craft beer, and a solid food menu. The kind of place that looks as good as it tastes.

• Drip Sauna

  The ultimate reset. Sweat it out in the wood-fired sauna, take the plunge, then spend the rest of the afternoon at the pool with nowhere to be. This is the afternoon everyone will be talking about.

• Private Dinner at AutoCamp — Red Fiddle Vittles (Chef Matt & Erica)

  The best night of the trip. Chef Matt & Erica of Red Fiddle Vittles bring dinner to us, right on property — fairy lights, communal tables, and the whole group together under the stars. Good food, great wine, and the kind of evening that doesn't need a filter.

• Farewell Brunch — All Day Darling

  The sweetest send-off. Fresh food, great coffee, a beautiful patio, and one last morning together before everyone heads home. A perfect ending to a perfect trip.

What's Not Included

• Alcohol beyond welcome drinks and wine tasting
• Lunch - Soprana

  A relaxed lunch to refuel after the morning's walking tour, before the group heads out for an afternoon hike.

• Downtown Asheville Browse & Shopping

  Asheville's downtown is made for an afternoon like this. Regeneration Station for vintage finds, Woolworth Walk for 75+ local artists selling directly out of their studios, and Battery Park Book Exchange for books and wine in one of the most photographed interiors in the city. Wander at your own pace and find something you didn't know you needed.

• Light Breakfast — AutoCamp Asheville

  A quick bite before the farewell hike — nothing fancy, just enough to fuel the last morning's walk before the group heads out for one final adventure.

• Farewell Hike

  One last walk in the Blue Ridge Mountains before heading home — a shorter, easier trail to soak in the views one more time without cutting into brunch.