Faith Groups: Spiritual Retreat (2-3 Days)
Strengthen your faith community in the peaceful beauty of the Smoky Mountains. This retreat itinerary balances spiritual reflection with fellowship and wholesome entertainment, creating space for your group to connect with each other and deepen their faith.
Begin with contemplative time in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where nature’s majesty inspires reflection and renewal, then explore meaningful attractions that reinforce spiritual values. Family-style meals provide the perfect setting for group fellowship and conversation, while inspiring entertainment options offer wholesome fun that aligns with your values.
With plentiful lodging options offering comfortable group accommodations, your faith community can focus on what matters most, growing together spiritually while enjoying meaningful time away from daily routines in a welcoming mountain setting.
DAY 1: Spiritual Connection & Nature
Morning:
- Arrive at hotel and check-in
- Start with a Stop-On Guide and local tour to orient the group
Afternoon:
- Lunch at Mama’s Farmhouse (family-style): great for group fellowship
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park (3 hrs): reflection time and group hike
Evening:
- Dinner at Wood Grill Buffet
DAY 2: Culture & History
Morning:
- Breakfast at Flapjack’s Pancake Cabin (1 hr)
- Truth Traveler (2 hrs)
Afternoon:
- Lunch at Puckett’s Restaurant (buffet)
- Biblical Times Dinner Theater: includes Christus Gardens (1.5 hrs)
Evening:
- Country Tonite Theatre (2 hrs): wholesome entertainment
DAY 3: Reflection & Departure
Morning:
- Breakfast at hotel
- Titanic Museum Attraction (2 hrs): inspiring stories of courage
Afternoon:
- Guy Fieri’s Downtown Flavortown or lunch on your own at The Island (several options)
- Free time at The Island for shopping and fellowship
Optional Evening (if time allows):
- Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud (2 hrs)
Meeting Space
- Explore hotels with meeting space
Lodging Recommendations
- Embassy Suites (group rooms, breakfast included)
- Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa
- Drury Plaza Hotel