Wild West Day Trip to Virginia City from Tahoe with Train Ride
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Delve into Nevada’s Wild West mining history on this tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, a mining boomtown listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. With a knowledgeable guide, travel along part of the Pony Express on the drive to Virginia City, where you’ll take a ride on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Then explore the town however you wish, checking out museums and visiting the saloon.
Duration
7 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Virginia & Truckee Railroad
165 F Street, , Virginia City, Nevada
7 mile train ride from Virginia City to Gold Hill and back.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Comstock Lode
Virginia City, Nevada
Comstock Lode - Silver City, Gold Hill, Virginia City
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Virginia City Visitor Center
86 South C Street, Virginia City, Nevada
On C street
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Delta Saloon
18 South C Street, , Virginia City, Nevada
Great place for refreshments
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Way It Was Museum
113 S C St, , Virginia City, Nevada
Recommended museum by Discover Lake Tahoe Tours
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church
111 S E St, Virginia City, Nevada
Must see...
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Genoa Bar
2282 Main Street, Genoa, Nevada
Oldest bar in Nevada
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Piper's Opera House
12 North B Street, Virginia City, Nevada
Must see
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Historic Fourth Ward School Museum
537 South C Street, , Virginia City, Nevada
Must see
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen and a reusable water bottle
- Train ride
- Transport by air-conditioned shuttle bus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Admission to attractions (optional)
Traveler Pickup Information
Hilton Vacation Club, bus stop on Ski Run Blvd., departure time: 8:20am
Marriott Resorts, Red Curb pullout on Hwy 50 by Heavenly Gondola 8:30am
Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe, main lobby area, departure time: 8:40am
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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