3-Day Southern Road Trip from Fallston, MD to Taos, NM via Asheville and Texas with Top Sights and Dining

Day 1: Asheville, NC Exploration

Fallston, MD to Asheville, NC on June 5, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at The Chestnut, Asheville

Start the day with a Southern-inspired breakfast featuring farm-fresh local ingredients in Asheville’s vibrant downtown.
USD20, 1h

8:00am

Drive to Asheville, NC

Set out on a roughly 7.5-hour scenic drive heading southwest to Asheville, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Free, 7h30m

3:30pm

Visit the Biltmore Estate

Tour the historic Biltmore House and gardens, the largest privately-owned home in the U.S., and admire its spectacular architecture and landscape. Open daily 9am–5pm.
USD76, 2h

6:00pm

Check-in at Aloft Asheville Downtown

Stay at this modern, centrally located hotel with easy walking access to Asheville’s main attractions.
USD180, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at Curate

Enjoy authentic Spanish tapas in a lively atmosphere, highly rated for flavors and ambiance.
USD50, 1h30m
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Day 2: Drive to Dallas, TX

Asheville, NC to Dallas, TX on June 6, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at Early Girl Eatery, Asheville

Enjoy a hearty Southern breakfast focusing on organic and locally sourced items to start your long day of travel.
USD18, 1h

7:30am

Drive to Dallas, TX

Embark on an approximately 11-hour drive west to Dallas, passing through mountainous Tennessee and plains of Arkansas and Oklahoma.
Free, 11h

6:30pm

Check-in at Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

Stay at a stylish historic hotel right in the heart of downtown Dallas, offering comfort and convenience.
USD170, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at Pecan Lodge

Savor some of the best Texas BBQ with slow smoked brisket and ribs at this popular Dallas eatery.
USD30, 1h30m
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Day 3: Dallas to Taos, NM

Dallas, TX to Taos, NM on June 7, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Café Brazil, Dallas

Enjoy a creative breakfast with locally roasted coffee in a popular Dallas café setting.
USD15, 45m

7:45am

Drive to Taos, NM

Travel approximately 8 hours west through the Texas Panhandle and New Mexico’s high desert to reach Taos.
Free, 8h

3:45pm

Visit Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

Stop at this stunning steel bridge spanning a deep volcanic gorge, offering breathtaking views. Open daily, free access.
Free, 30m

4:30pm

Check-in at El Monte Sagrado Resort, Taos

Relax at this upscale resort nestled in the scenic surroundings of Taos with spa amenities and artistic ambiance.
USD220, Overnight

7:00pm

Dinner at The Love Apple

Enjoy exquisite farm-to-table New Mexican cuisine crafted with fresh local ingredients in an intimate adobe setting.
USD45, 1h30m
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