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About this Experience

What you'll do:

Trade mountain roads and designated-driver debates for a private shuttle experience that takes your group from your Smoky Mountain cabin straight to the heart of Knoxville's nightlife scene and back again.

  • Door-to-door transportation: Your private driver picks your group up directly from your cabin, Airbnb, hotel, or vacation rental, making transportation one less thing to coordinate.

  • Start the party early: Bring your favorite drinks, load up your playlist through Bluetooth, and turn the drive into part of the celebration.

  • Explore on your schedule: Spend up to 12 hours enjoying Knoxville's restaurants, rooftop bars, breweries, shopping districts, or entertainment venues at your own pace.

  • Private round-trip service: Your shuttle remains dedicated to your group, ensuring a seamless ride home whenever you're ready to call it a night.

  • Accommodates groups big and small: Standard vehicles accommodate up to 14 guests, with additional transportation options available for larger celebrations.

Whether you're planning a brewery crawl, a downtown dinner, or a full night out in Knoxville's Old City, your transportation is completely taken care of from start to finish.

Why we love it for your group:

  • No transportation headaches: Nobody has to volunteer as designated driver, navigate unfamiliar roads, or coordinate multiple rideshares.

  • Perfect for cabin weekends: Groups staying in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, or Sevierville can enjoy Knoxville nightlife without worrying about the drive back.

  • Private experience: Your group travels together the entire time, keeping the energy high and the logistics simple.

  • Flexible itinerary options: Customize your outing around breweries, distilleries, restaurants, shopping, live music, or a mix of everything.

  • Celebration-ready atmosphere: Music, drinks, and your favorite people onboard make the ride feel like an extension of the party itself.

This is the easiest way to turn a Smoky Mountain getaway into a memorable night out without sacrificing convenience or safety.

About this experience partner:

Smoky Bear Shuttle is a private transportation company serving Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Knoxville, and surrounding East Tennessee destinations. Specializing in group transportation for bachelorette parties, birthdays, girls' trips, and special events, the company focuses on dependable service, flexible scheduling, and stress-free travel throughout the Smoky Mountains region.

Additional information:

  • Standard shuttles accommodate up to 14 passengers, with multi-vehicle options available for larger groups.

  • Guests may bring beverages and personal coolers onboard.

  • Additional stops and customized itineraries may be arranged for an additional fee.

  • Layaway deposit options are available for qualifying advance reservations.

  • Contact Smoky Bear Shuttle directly for current cancellation and rescheduling policies.

Book This Experience

Visit the experience booking site to check availability and book your experience.

Location

Gatlinburg, TN

Pink house with orange roof

Stay right where you are because this party's coming to you!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people can fit in each shuttle?

Most shuttles can accommodate a variety of group sizes—details are confirmed when you book, so you can match the shuttle to your party size. A typical party bus or van holds up to 14 passengers. We use caravan-style on larger groups.

Can we choose our own stops for the party?

Yes, you build your own itinerary. The shuttle will take you to your selected spots around Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Knoxville.

What is the typical duration of a party shuttle experience?

Trips are typically booked in hourly increments, allowing you flexibility to plan a daytime adventure or a night out. A typical pickup time is between 6 and 8 hours. This experience is based on a basic round trip from lodging to one elected designation. We can add other drop-off's for an additional cost.

Is alcohol permitted inside the shuttle?

Guests may BYOB or bring their own ice chest of alcoholic beverages.

How do we handle cancellations or schedule changes?

Cancellations and changes follow Smoky Bear Shuttle’s booking policies. Contact the shuttle team directly for details on rescheduling or refunds.

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What is typically included in the fare?

Your designated driver picks you up and takes you to a drop-off locations where designations are in close proximity and within walking distance. This includes locations in downtown Gatlinburg, in Pigeon Forge (The Island, FlavorTown, Tanger Outlet), downtown Sevierville and Knoxville (Old City).

Do you offer any payment options?

Yes, we are happy to offer a lay-away option to allow a deposit for booking and a payment plan depending on your booking date.