10 Activities
Luray Caverns and Shenandoah: Explore the Natural Beauty of Virginia
Starts from
Washington
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
10
Duration
2 days
Length
224 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Washington
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
2 days
Length
224 mi
- Natural Attractions
- Family-Friendly
Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani
Travel Expert
- Visit Luray Caverns, the largest caverns in the eastern United States.
- Drive through and hike the Shenandoah National Park.
- Stop by Early Mountain Vineyards, one of the top wineries in a state filled with amazing wineries.
Spend two days exploring the natural beauty Virginia has to offer. On this trip, you'll visit Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park.
You can do this road trip anytime of year, but to get the most out of it, try early fall, when the leaves first start changing color. Don't forget a comfortable pair of shoes—now's not the time to break in something new.
You can do this road trip anytime of year, but to get the most out of it, try early fall, when the leaves first start changing color. Don't forget a comfortable pair of shoes—now's not the time to break in something new.
Categories
- Natural Attractions
- Family-Friendly
Spend two days exploring the natural beauty Virginia has to offer. On this trip, you'll visit Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park.
You can do this road trip anytime of year, but to get the most out of it, try early fall, when the leaves first start changing color. Don't forget a comfortable pair of shoes—now's not the time to break in something new.
You can do this road trip anytime of year, but to get the most out of it, try early fall, when the leaves first start changing color. Don't forget a comfortable pair of shoes—now's not the time to break in something new.
Adrienne Mahsa Varkiani
Travel Expert
- Visit Luray Caverns, the largest caverns in the eastern United States.
- Drive through and hike the Shenandoah National Park.
- Stop by Early Mountain Vineyards, one of the top wineries in a state filled with amazing wineries.
Travel itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
51 mi
Luray Caverns, Shenandoah, and Barbecue
On the first day of this trip, you'll visit Luray Caverns, the largest caverns in the eastern United States. You'll also drive through Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park. Choose your own adventure: stop wherever you want and admire the view. Lastly, make a quick stop for some barbecue. You're technically in the South, after all.
4 Activities
Day 2
174 mi
Hike the Shenandoah
One drive through Shenandoah isn't enough. Today, you'll hike a path to Mary's Summit, which has beautiful, sweeping views of the park.
You'll also visit one of the top wineries in a state filled with amazing wineries. On the way home, drive through the park again and stop wherever your heart desires.
Don't forget to pack some snacks for your hike in the morning.