Guided Tour of Historic Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe
Overview
Step back in time on this narrated tour following the Pony Express Trail to America’s largest historic landmark Virginia City – the Comstock Lode founded in 1859, where Mark Twain roamed the streets and everybody wanted a piece of the “Richest place on Earth “. Driver tour guide narrates about history, geography, geology, flora and fauna of the region on the way to Virginia City ( 40 miles or 1 hour 20 min. )
Tour includes a visit to The Way it was museum
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
The Hilton Vacation Club departure time: 8:30am Marriott Resorts departure time: 8:35am Golden Nugget departure time: 8:45am
What To Expect
Governor's Mansion (Pass By)
Kingsbury (Pass By)
Comstock Lode
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
The Delta Saloon
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
The Way It Was Museum
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Piper's Opera House
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Guided Tour of Historic Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe?
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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025
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Average 4.71 out of 5 stars based on 17 traveler reviews collected by Cool Lake Tahoe and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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