1-Day Virginia Cavern, Luray Caverns, Skyline Drive National Park Tour from Washington

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Day 1 Virginia Cavern and Skyline Scenic 1-day Tour

• Attractions

  Luray Caverns

  Shenandoah National Park
• Description

  Drive south to the Shenandoah National Park area in Virginia. Then enter the Luray Cave (also known as Luray Cave) to experience the wonders of nature. In the afternoon, you will drive into the famous Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. The national park is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It runs from north to south, narrow and slender. There is only one road named "Skyline Drive" running through the north and south of the park. If you are lucky enough to catch the clouds descending, driving on the Skyline Mountain Road will give you a feeling of flying in the clouds. On the way, you will stop at the observation deck to overlook the beautiful natural scenery of the valley and the ups and downs of the mountains in the distance, which will naturally make you feel excited. At the same time, you will also arrange a relaxing mountain hike to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. It is a must-see tourist attraction in Victoria.
  
  Itinerary:
  Washington D.C. → Luray Caverns (Optional, 120 mins) → Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park (120 mins) → Washington D.C.
  
  Special notes:
  1. Due to the Skyline Drive located across Shenandoah National Park, we enter from Thornton Gap and drive to north exit, this is a one-way tour and lasts 120 mins.
  2. On the winding driveway on the mountains, we will stop at the overlooks to observe the beautiful Shenandoah Valley.
  3. We will also take an easy walk on one of the trails among the mountains. Total 45 for this trail (round trip). If the weather is extreme, the tour leader will cancel the trail trip, and add other stops properly.
  4. From mid-October to mid-November each year, travel along the Skyline Highway and enjoy the picturesque autumn scenery of Xanadu National Park (please understand that the scenery may vary depending on the weather conditions).
  5. If the weather is extreme, we cannot enter into the National Park.
  
  Transportation: Drive from Washinton D.C. to Luray Caverns
  Distance: 100KM
  Time: 1h50m
  
  Luray Caverns
  Lori Cave is the largest karst cave in the United States. In 1878, this prehistoric cave was rediscovered by chance. The largest body of water in the cave is Dream Lake, which is like a mirror, reflecting the clusters of stalactites of different lengths above. It is almost like stepping into this magical space. It is so beautiful that you can't bear to look away. There is also a unique stalactite organ in the cave. The whole cave is the organ. When the stalactites are struck, they will make organ-like music. This unprecedented special structure will surely open the eyes of visitors!
  
  Transportation: Drive from Luray Caverns to Shenandoah National Park
  Distance: 20KM
  Time: 30m
  
  Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park
  Shenandoah National Park is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It runs from north to south and is narrow and slender. There is only one road named "Skyline" running through the park from north to south. Because the road is built on the ridge, it is winding. If you are lucky enough to catch the clouds descending, driving on the Skyline Mountain Road will give you a feeling of flying in the clouds. You will stop at the observation deck on the way to overlook the beautiful natural scenery of the Shenandoah Valley and the ups and downs of the mountains in the distance. It is a must-see tourist attraction in Victoria.
  
  Transportation: Drive from Shenandoah National Park to Washinton D.C.
  Distance: 110KM
  Time: 2h10m