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Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City

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120 to 150 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Take in the stunning state parks of Emerald Bay, Eagle Lake, D.L. Bliss and Sugar Pine, scattered along Lake Tahoe’s West shore, on a driving tour.

On this tour, you’ll explore the early community of Al Tahoe, the Tallac Historic Site, and view three early Tahoe summer homes. The tour continues with optional hikes to Vikingsholm at Emerald Bay, Eagle Falls, and Eagle Rock. Enjoy the picturesque splendor of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding snow-capped mountains as you drive, along the way hearing stories about:

• Some of Tahoe’s colorful characters
• Early Native American history in the Tahoe Basin
• Lake Tahoe’s early history
• The trees of Tahoe’s pine forest
• Historic homes dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s
• The history of gaming in Lake Tahoe

This driving tour can be completed in about two hours without any stops. Along the way, you’ll have the option of visiting a number of state parks. Parking fees are not included in the price of this tour.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food and drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

50 Highway 50
Stateline, NV 89449, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

130 West Lake Boulevard
Tahoe City, CA 96145, USA

The tour ends at William B Layton Park.

What To Expect

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South Lake Tahoe (pass by)

The tour takes place in South Lake Tahoe.
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Camp Richardson Marina (pass by)

The tour passes by the Camp Richardson Marina.
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Tallac Historic Site (pass by)

The tour passes by the Tallac Historic Site.
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Inspiration Point Vista (pass by)

The tour includes an optional stop at Inspiration Point Vista.
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Vikingsholm (pass by)

The tour passes by Vikingsholm.
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Emerald Bay State Park (pass by)

The tour passes by Emerald Bay State Park.
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D.L. Bliss State Park (pass by)

The tour passes by D.L. Bliss State Park.
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Meeks Bay Beach (pass by)

The tour passes by Meeks Bay Beach.
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Sugar Pine State Park (pass by)

The tour passes by Sugar Pine State Park.
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Chambers Landing Bar and Restaurant (pass by)

The tour passes by the Chambers Landing Bar and Restaurant.
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Eagle Rock Hiking Trail (pass by)

The tour passes by Eagle Rock Hiking Trail.
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Gatekeeper's Museum (pass by)

The tour passes by the Gatekeeper's Museum.
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Tahoe City (pass by)

The tour ends in Tahoe City.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food and drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).

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