Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in North Carolina (Updated 2026)

Privately Guided Half Day Hike
Whether you want to see waterfalls, wildflowers, enjoy a quiet walk on a forested path, or climb a 6,000 foot peak, we will customize these...
$75

This tour is hosted by a local historian who will provide you with a unique perspective on the history of Durham. Our guide has worked...
$19

Welcome to Charlotte, North Carolina, better known as the "Queen City". Come and explore this beautiful city and learn about the Queen of African and...
$26

Spend a delicious afternoon exploring the vibrant streets of downtown Boone, NC, on this guided walking food and history tour! Enjoy tastings from beloved local...
$120

Leave the pavement behind and take the wheel of your own UTV for a backcountry adventure unlike ordinary Smoky Mountain sightseeing tours! Follow an experienced...
$169

Join us on an unforgettable brewery tour experience in Charlotte, NC! Discover why our tour is truly unique as you indulge in a VIP experience...
$199

Unlike the larger ferry boats on our private tours using smaller boats we have the ability to do so much more and stay away from...
$600

Raleigh's historic Oakwood and North Blount neighborhoods are famous for their array of fascinating historic houses, displaying a multitude of historic architectural styles from the...
$19

Our 5-star tour is back for the holidays - a walking holiday adventure through the classic 'A Christmas Carol'! Guided by Asheville's premier Dickensian host,...
$40

Asheville Food Tours
The lead guide and operations manager, Paddy has been leading tours for 12 years and has a close rapport with the restaurant owners and chefs....
$100

Visit the world’s first stillhouse to legally use Wilkes County’s traditional steam-injected distillation method and you’ll discover why many experts consider our award-winning moonshines to...
$10

Explore Asheville on E Bike
Explore Asheville on our 15-mile guided electric bike tour and see more of the city in one unforgettable ride! Our comfortable e-bikes make it easy...
$69

Breathtaking vistas, intimate nature encounters, and rich mountain culture await! Highlights include stops at some of the Parkway’s most breathtaking overlooks, such as Craggy Pinnacle...
$94

OFFERED WEDNESDAYS (OR FOR GROUPS BY REQUEST )Uncover the vibrant history of Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island, and Federal Point on this engaging dive bar tour....
$30

Step into a different world above Asheville with Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours, voted Best Tour in the 2026 Best of Asheville awards—Gold Winner. Just an...
$95

There are a number of beautiful places to visit and things to do while you are in Asheville, but your search is over. When you...
$114

Privately Guided Full Day Hike
Choose your own adventure! You pick the distance (6-10 miles on average), terrain, scenery, and difficulty for a spectacular day in the Blue Ridge Mountains....
$105

Forest Bathing & Nature Therapy Walk
Forest Bathing is the simple practice of walking slowly through the forest, connecting with the environment with all senses rather than rushing to a destination....
$75

Your brew bus tour is fully customizable and private for up to 7 people. Cruise around Wilmington in a classic 1972 VW bus! This is...
$350

Charlotte Rydables Ghost Tour
Charlotte is an old city dating back to the 1700s, the perfect setting for a ghost tour. Ever wonder who’s haunting the city of Charlotte?...
$89

OFFERED TUESDAYS ! (or for groups by request) Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Carolina Beach on this guided walk that showcases the area's...
$30

