For over 100 years Porsche has redefined what a sports car is capable of; and this is your opportunity to experience why the brand’s tagline is “there is no substitute.” At  Appalachian Driving Experience, the learning is hands-on, fast-paced and on the best roads the Appalachian Mountains have to offer. 

A day with Appalachian Driving Experience will remain with you for a lifetime, but will ignite a fire in you that will have you continually coming back for more. 

​Select the experience you prefer and you’ll spend your time behind the wheel and receive professional feedback from your coach when requested. 
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Classic Experience

Appalachian Driving Experience behind the wheels of our favorite machines on the best roads the Appalachian Mountains have to offer. 
​Vehicles included:
911 GT 3
911 GTS
718 Cayman S

Classic 140 Mile
​$699

Schedule Appointment

Classic 80 Mile
$ 349

Schedule Appointment

Gt3-RS Premier Experience

RS -RennSport, German for "racing".  GT3-RS  is a next level experience with 1-on-1 instruction during your time exclusively in the GT3-RS. At the conclusion of this experience you will fully comprehend why Porsche is the benchmark in GT Racing. 

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 Premier 140 mile
​$925

Schedule Appointment

Premier 80 mile
​$449

Schedule Appointment

Want to experience the Appalachian Driving Experience as a passenger?  Schedule a ride along today!

Reserve Your Experience Today

and NEW this Summer an Appalachian Driving Experience Sampler

Arrive & Drive  Experience

A 25 Mile Appalachian Driving Experience Sampler

Show up at our shop, choose your Porsche, turn right out of our storefront and feel the performance of your vehicle for the next 25 miles in our backyard.  ​

To reserve this experience add the preferred car below and checkout using our cart. Once you have a confirmation email call 828.356.5532 anytime to schedule your experience.

Cayman S 25 Mile A&D Experience

$125.00

Experience

911 GTS 25 Mile A&D Experience

$150.00

Experience

911 GT3 25 Mile A&D Experience

$175.00

Experience

911 GT3RS 25 Mile A&D Experience

$225.00

Experience

Roads​

Looking for ridge after ridge of forested mountainside with sweeping mountain views as far as the eyes can see; abundant and unobstructed scenic overlooks around every corner; The Skyway is becoming well known in motorcycling and sportscar circles for it’s long, sweeping corners, scenic views and cool summer breezes. A road featured as one of Discovery Channel’s Top 10 Motorcycle Rides in North America Some call it the “best kept secret.” We call it The Cherohala Skyway – experience it for yourself.

Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap with 318 curves in 11 miles: America’s number one motorcycle and sports car road.Designated US 129, the road is bordered by the Great Smoky Mountains and the Cherokee National Forest with no intersecting roads or driveways to hamper your travel. It is considered “the destination” for thousands of motorcycle and sports car fans throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Can you brave it? It’s best to be cautious as the turns are tight, but the Tail of the Dragon is guaranteed to be the ride of your life.

Start not only Your Engines...
​ but your Heart

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Adventure is something we all crave. Step into an iconic sports car with a 70 year racing history and drive the roads most only dream of.  Reserve your experience and the day begins with a professional sports car instructor introduction. Learn from the best. Then turn the key on a 6 hour adventure in each of Porsche’s race bred sports car models…. 911 GTS, Turbo 718 Cayman S, and the 911 GT3. The history, the feeling of euphoria, the sound of a sport tuned exhaust.