Trusted by 2,500+ Couples Since 2019
All-Inclusive Gatlinburg Elopement Packages
Planned by a Professional Photographer for Pinterest-Perfect Results
✨ No hidden fees • Payment plans available
📅 Spring 2026 50% booked! - Only 15 May dates remaining.
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you’ve decided to elope!
the stress of a big wedding has started to melt away
we adore working with couples like you- getting away from what’s traditional and focusing on the things you love
All OUR Elopement Packages Come With
An amazing and personable officiant ( You’ll love them!)
Unlimited elopement planning assistance by Alisha, owner of Effortless Elopements.
Curated preferred vendor list ( Bakers, Florists, Restaurants)
Phone Consultation with Officiant
A Professional Photographer who specializes in Elopements ( except the Simple package)
Smoky Mountain Permit coordination
Digital gallery of your images, delivered in weeks, NOT months! ( except Simple package)
Marriage license filing post ceremony
PAYMENT INFO: 💳 Easy Payment Options
35% deposit reserves your date
Balance due 30 days before ceremony
Payment plans available up to 36 months!
Gatlinburg elopement packages
The simple ceremony— $995
Perfect if you're bringing your own photographer The most intimate kind of elopement - just the two of you and our professional officiant in a breathtaking Smoky Mountain location.
✓ Professional, personable officiant (you'll love them!)
✓ Beautiful location coordination
✓ Marriage license filing after ceremony
✓ Personal elopement planning with Alisha
✓ Smoky Mountain permit coordination when needed
Perfect for: Couples who have their own photographer or want an intimate ceremony just for two
Reserve your date for only $349 down – monthly payments available
“From start to finish, the process truly was effortless. The team made everything so smooth and stress-free, even from a distance”
The Classic romance— $1695
BEST VALUE - Just $700 more gets you professional photography! Our most popular choice for couples who want stunning photos without breaking the bank.
✓ Everything in Simple Ceremony PLUS:
✓ 60 minutes of professional photography
✓ Photography planned by Alisha (professional photographer herself!)
✓ 60-75 beautifully edited images
✓ Digital gallery delivered in 4 weeks (not months!)
✓ Print release included - print anywhere you want
Perfect for: Couples who want beautiful photos and great value.
Reserve your date for only $594 down – monthly payments available
“I would relive our wedding day a million times over if I could because of how easy they made the day! If you’re looking to have a simple, yet beautiful wedding, then Effortless Elopement is the right place! I cannot recommend them enough!”
The Elegant Experience— $1995
MOST POPULAR - Perfect for families & extended portraits Includes 90 minutes of photography - ideal for those with larger families or couples who want extended time for romantic portraits.
✓ Everything in Classic Romance PLUS:
✓ 90 minutes of professional photography (30 minutes more!)
✓ Extended time for family photos
✓ Perfect for "Mom's photo list" - we've got time for it all!
✓ Additional romantic couple portraits
Perfect for: Families with guests or couples who want extra photo time
"We had guests from 3 states - the extra time meant no one was rushed and everyone got their perfect shot!" - Stephanie B.
Reserve your date for only $699 down – monthly payments available
“Eloping was truly effortless as Alisha answered all of my questions promptly, with kindness and knowledge and made me feel at ease eloping 10 hrs from home. Thank you Alisha ❤️”
The outstanding Adventure— $2895
For the photo-obsessed couples who want it all
Includes 2 hours of photography across up to 2 locations - perfect for couples who want to show off multiple Smoky Mountain backdrops.
✓ Everything in Elegant Experience PLUS:
✓ 2 full hours of professional photography
✓ Up to 2 different locations in the Gatlinburg area
✓ Extensive family and couple portraits
✓ Multiple Smoky Mountain backdrops
✓ Perfect for adventurous couples
Perfect for: Couples who want variety and extensive photo coverage
Reserve your date for only $1014 down – monthly payments available
“Effortless Elopements was AMAZING to work with!! Being from out of state, I thought there would have been so much stress trying to plan our wedding but they made the entire event stress-free! I highly recommend them as you won’t be disappointed one bit!”
The Full Day Experience — $5995
All-day coverage for the ultimate elopement experience
Document everything from getting ready to your celebration - miss nothing from your special day!
✓ Everything included PLUS:
✓ Up to 8 hours continuous photography coverage
✓ Getting ready photos at your cabin/hotel
✓ Multiple locations throughout the day
✓ Celebration and reception coverage
✓ Complete story of your elopement day
Perfect for: Couples who want comprehensive documentation of their entire elopement experience
Reserve your date for only $2099 down – monthly payments available
Why Smart Couples Choose Our Photography Packages
BUDGET COMPETITORS ($399-$850):
❌ Basic coordination only
❌ Generic photography approach
❌ No photography planning expertise
❌ Cookie-cutter approach
EFFORTLESS ELOPEMENTS ($995-$1,995):
✅ Planned by professional photographer
✅ Every detail designed for perfect photos
✅ Gallery delivered in weeks, not months
✅ Local insider timing & lighting knowledge
✅ Personal attention from owner Alisha
✅ Payment Plans up to 36 months
💎 The Difference: "We don't just take photos - we plan your entire day for photography perfection."
Add- Ons
Getting Ready Photography Session
$695
A 60 minute photography session at your cabin or hotel to capture getting reeady, details, and a first look if desired!
HAIR AND MAKEUP FOR ONE PERSON
$450
We make your life a little easier by taking care of booking your hair and makeup with one of our professional artists. Services are provided on-site at your hotel or cabin for additional ease.
Additional hair and makeup per person is 350
Flowers
$400
Bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere. 4 popular styles to choose from, or choose custom colors.
Have your flowers delivered to your cabin or ceremony site for $100
CHAIR RENTAL
$200
6 white wedding chairs delivered and set up at the Foothills Parkway or Cades Cove ( Maximum allowed chairs in the National Park)
Day of Coordinator
$600
Nervous about how the big day will go? Do you need someone to help with your children or dogs? An expert in coordinating large families for photos? Our Day of coordinator option will help make your ceremony smooth sailing, start and stop music, and give you a helping hand!
Available in Ceremony location only* If you need help in an additional location contact us for a custom quote.
Rehersal
$400
Meet with your officiant in the days leading up to your ceremony for a trial run of your ceremony. Private locations may require an additional usage fee.
VIDEOGRAPHY
$2000- 90 minute coverage which produces a 2-3 MINUTE HIGHLIGHT REEL VIDEO AND FULL raw FOOTAGE OF THE CEREMONY
$800 - Ceremony only raw footage with professional video and audio.
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Ready for Your Effortless Elopement?
You've found the perfect place for your Smoky Mountain elopement. Now let's make it official!
💕 "Don't wait - dates are disappearing fast and we'd hate for you to miss out on your dream elopement!" - Alisha
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