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Guided Tour of Historic Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe

Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South, 901 Ski Run Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Duration

7 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

English

Overview

Go back in time to the American Wild West on this private tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, Nevada. Follow part of the old Pony Express to reach the area of the Comstock Lode, founded in 1859 during the Gold Rush, and hear about the days when Mark Twain walked the dusty streets. In Virginia City, a National Historic Landmark District, you have free time to explore on your own before stopping in Carson City on the way back to South Lake Tahoe.

  • Enjoy a private tour to Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe
  • Drive along part of the old Pony Express
  • A private guide teaches you about the history and geography of the area
  • Explore Virginia City at your leisure without being rushed by a group tour

What To Expect

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Governor’s Mansion

Narrated tour through Carson City, also visiting the Governor’s Mansion

• Admission Ticket Included

Kingsbury

The tour to Virginia City takes us up Kingsbury Grade over Daggett

summit.

• Admission Ticket Included

Comstock Lode

Virginia City is the final destination and the last settlement on the Comstock Lode

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Delta Saloon

Great place for a refreshment. Historic artifacts are on display as well.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

The Way It Was Museum

We believe this is the best museum in Virginia City

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Genoa Bar

Oldest bar in Nevada

• Admission Ticket Not Included

Piper’s Opera House

Established in 1897, historic performing arts venue

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Historic Fourth Ward School Museum

Museum – established 1876 Open to the public

• Admission Ticket Free

Chollar Mansion

Home of the Chollar mine – open for viewing

• Admission Ticket Free

St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church

Recommended museum

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Professional guide
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Durations

7 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South, 901 Ski Run Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
from 70 $

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