Gatlinburg
Christmas
The Magic of the Smoky Mountains at Christmas — Four Days & Three Nights
The Smoky Mountains at Christmas.
As magical as it sounds.
Imagine arriving in Gatlinburg on a December evening as millions of Winterfest lights transform the mountain town into a twinkling wonderland — and knowing that the next four days are filled with Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas, Dolly Parton's Stampede dinner show, the Incredible Christmas Place, and a Biltmore Candlelight Tour as the grand finale. Your expert tour director has arranged every ticket, every show, and every reservation so you can simply enjoy every magical moment without a single worry.
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge at Christmas are among the most beloved holiday destinations in the American South — and for good reason. Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas has been named the best theme park Christmas event in America for years running. The Winterfest lights display turns the entire corridor into a glowing holiday dreamscape. The Stampede delivers one of the most entertaining dinner shows you'll ever experience. And the Biltmore Candlelight Tour adds a touch of Gilded Age grandeur to close out the journey.
On this four-day tour, we handle every detail. Your hotel in the heart of the Smoky Mountains is arranged. Your show tickets are secured. Your Dollywood admission and Winterfest guided tour are included. Your Biltmore experience is booked. All you have to do is show up and let the mountains put you in the Christmas spirit.
Dolly Parton's Stampede Christmas Dinner Show
The most entertaining dinner show in the Smokies — horse-riding stunts, Christmas pageantry, a four-course dinner, and the spirit of the season all under one magnificent roof. A Dolly original that never gets old.
Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas
Named the best theme park Christmas event in America multiple times — millions of twinkling lights, spectacular Christmas shows, and the warmth of a Smoky Mountain holiday that fills every corner of the park.
Guided Winterfest Lights Tour
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge's legendary Winterfest transforms the entire corridor with millions of holiday lights — our guided tour shows you the very best of the display, including the most spectacular installations that most visitors drive right past.
Biltmore Candlelight Tour & Dinner
The grand finale of this tour — the Biltmore Estate experienced by candlelight in December, followed by dinner on the estate grounds. The most magical way to close out four days of Smoky Mountain Christmas magic.
🎄 HOLIDAY SEASON DEPARTURE
This is a seasonal tour operating during the Christmas season — typically November through December. Exact departure dates and pricing are announced seasonally. Join our Travel Club newsletter to be the first to know when Gatlinburg Christmas dates are released — seats sell out quickly every year.
Four Days of Smoky Mountain Christmas Magic
Here's what awaits you — the most festive four days in East Tennessee.
Depart Knoxville
Board the coach for the short journey through the Great Smoky Mountain foothills to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. Even at just an hour from Knoxville, the transformation is complete — the mountain corridor is decorated for the season from the moment you arrive.
Hotel Check-In & Pigeon Forge Arrival
Settle in to the hotel and get oriented to the Smoky Mountain corridor. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are fully immersed in the holiday season — Winterfest lights, Christmas decorations, and festive energy fill every street and every storefront.
Dolly Parton's Stampede Christmas Dinner Show
The perfect arrival evening — Dolly Parton's Stampede brings together dinner and entertainment for an unforgettable holiday experience. Horse-riding stunts, Christmas pageantry, a four-course dinner served in the 35,000 square-foot arena, and the spirit of the season come together for one of the most entertaining evenings in the Smoky Mountains. A fitting welcome to Gatlinburg Christmas.
Hotel TBD — Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge
Everything You Need,
Already Taken Care Of.
This is the part where most travel gets stressful. Not here. Here's exactly what's waiting for you — and what's yours to enjoy on your own.
What's Included
- ✓Round-trip motorcoach from Knoxville
- ✓3 nights lodging — Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge
- ✓3 breakfasts (hotel)
- ✓Dolly Parton's Stampede Christmas Dinner Show (dinner included)
- ✓Dollywood's Smoky Mountain Christmas admission
- ✓Jingle Jangle Christmas show
- ✓Skyland Ranch Festival of Lights
- ✓The Incredible Christmas Place visit
- ✓Guided Winterfest Lights Tour
- ✓Biltmore Estate daytime admission
- ✓Complimentary Biltmore wine tasting
- ✓Biltmore Candlelight Christmas Tour
- ✓Candlelight Dinner at Stable Cafe
- ✓Expert tour director full trip
- ✓Luggage handling at hotel
Not Included
- ✗Personal shopping and souvenirs
- ✗Lunches (free choice daily)
- ✗Alcoholic beverages beyond wine tasting
- ✗Travel insurance (available on request)
- ✗Gratuities for director and driver
- ✗Optional Gatlinburg attractions
ℹ️ Tour Disclosures
(1) Itinerary subject to change: All stops, schedules, and inclusions listed are planned itinerary details and are subject to change without notice due to weather, traffic, attraction availability, or other circumstances beyond our control. Elite Coach & Tours reserves the right to modify or substitute any portion of this itinerary to ensure guest safety and experience quality.
(2) Minimum travelers required: This tour requires a minimum number of enrolled travelers to operate. If minimum enrollment is not met, the departure may be cancelled or rescheduled. Guests will be notified as early as possible and offered a full refund or transfer to an alternative departure date.
(3) Pricing: All pricing is per person based on double occupancy unless otherwise stated. Single, triple, and quad occupancy rates are available — contact us for current pricing. A 3.15% card convenience processing fee applies to all card transactions.
(4) Travel protection: We strongly recommend all guests purchase travel protection insurance at the time of booking. Elite Coach & Tours is not responsible for costs incurred due to trip cancellation, interruption, medical emergencies, or lost or damaged luggage.
Not just a trip.
A story you'll be telling for years.
Watching Dollywood transform into a million-light wonderland as dusk falls over the Smokies. The roar of the Stampede arena as Dolly's Christmas show fills every seat with laughter and holiday spirit. Then four days later, standing in the Biltmore's candlelit banquet hall as a 70-foot Christmas tree glows above you. Some Christmases are unforgettable. This is four days of them back to back.
See What's Waiting For You
"We have done Christmas tours before but nothing like this. Dollywood at Christmas is simply stunning — we stayed until the lights came on and it took our breath away. The Stampede show on the first night was the perfect way to arrive in the spirit of things. And ending with the Biltmore Candlelight Tour was absolutely magnificent. Best Christmas our family has ever spent. Booked again for next year before we even got home."
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