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Catskills Scenic Byway: Audio Driving Tour
Catskills Scenic Byway: Audio Driving Tour
Catskills Scenic Byway: Audio Driving Tour
Catskills Scenic Byway: Audio Driving Tour
Catskills Scenic Byway: Audio Driving Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Catskills Scenic Byway

By GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide)
8 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$26 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Catskill Mountains road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically, all based on your location.

You'll be guided to all of the area's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including the world's largest kaleidoscope, a scenic gondola ride that offers fantastic panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains, and a large reservoir known for its beautiful panorama and recreational opportunities.

Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.

  • Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
  • Travel at your own pace
  • Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
  • Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
  • No time limits or expiry, free updates
  • Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Activity location

  • Catskill Mountains
    • 12464, Shandaken, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Andes
    • 13731, Andes, New York, United States

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Catskills Scenic Byway in English
  • Activity duration is 1 day1d1d
  • Opening hours: Thu 12:00 am-11:59 pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
AU$26.15 x 1 TravellerAU$26.15
Total
Price is AU$26.15

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSupport: Free phone, chat and email
  • What's includedWhat's includedEasy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocation Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
  • What's includedWhat's includedTrip Planners: In-app and web
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 72 Points
  • What's includedWhat's includedOne-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
  • What's includedWhat's includedFlexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmission to the Belleayre Mountain Gondola: $20 adults, $10 children (2024)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmission to the Emerson Kaleidoscope: $5 for ages 12 and above (2024)

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Catskill Mountains
  • 8h
As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route to match your interests and schedule.
Ashokan Rail Trail
  • 1h
Running along the northern shore of the Ashokan Reservoir, the Ashokan Rail Trail offers picturesque views of the reservoir and the Catskill Mountains from multiple vantage points. This crushed gravel trail is accessible to most bikes, and is also great for walking and trail running.
Ashokan Reservoir
  • 1h
Located on the eastern end of the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway, the Ashokan Reservoir is a vital source of drinking water for New York City. Visitors are drawn to this large reservoir for its beautiful panorama and recreational opportunities - making it an ideal spot for hiking, biking, birdwatching and simply enjoying the surrounding mountains.
Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
This scenic gondola ride offers fantastic panoramic views of the Catskill Mountains in every season, from the lush greenery of summer to the vibrant fall foliage. The Belleayre Mountain Gondola is a must-visit attraction and allows visitors to appreciate the beauty of the Catskills from a remarkable and easily accessed vantage point.
Emerson Kaleidoscope
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
This colossal kaleidoscope housed inside an old grain silo provides a unique blend of art and entertainment, and allows visitors to immerse themselves in an unique sensory journey. The world's largest kaleidoscope is a must-see attraction for those who enjoy odd and unusual sights.
Margaretville
  • 2h
The neighbouring towns of Margaretville and Arkville are known for their welcoming communities, vibrant arts scene, lively local shops, and excellent dining options. It's well worth dedicating at least an hour or two to park and explore these towns on foot. Also of potential special interest is the Water Discovery Centre - sounds boring but it's actually very interesting - and the heritage Delaware & Ulster Railway.
Catskills Visitor Center
  • 1h
Located at the Catskills Visitor Centre in Mount Tremper, the Upper Esopus Fire Tower is just a short hike from the parking area and offers visitors fantastic panoramas of the surrounding mountains. It’s a great chance to learn about the role fire towers played in early forest fire detection.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESCatskill Mountains
    • 12464, Shandaken, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEAndes
    • 13731, Andes, New York, United States

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