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Wild West Day Trip from Lake Tahoe with Train Ride

Wild West Day Trip from Lake Tahoe with Train Ride

Overview

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.

City: Lake Tahoe

Sun 21 Dec

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Starting at $90.00

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Sun 21 Dec

Starting at $90.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Train ride

Transport by air-conditioned shuttle bus

Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Additional Info

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

What To Expect

Virginia & Truckee Railroad

7 mile train ride from Virginia City to Gold Hill and back.

Comstock Lode

Comstock Lode - Silver City, Gold Hill, Virginia City

Virginia City Visitor Center

On C street

The Delta Saloon

Great place for refreshments

The Way It Was Museum

Recommended museum by Discover Lake Tahoe Tours

St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church

Must see...

Genoa Bar

Oldest bar in Nevada

Piper's Opera House

Must see

Historic Fourth Ward School Museum

Must see

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (110)

Vito C

Jun 2015

The bus ride was excellent and informative. Really liked the train ride. The town itself was a little disappointing in that it seemed that every opening has either a place to eat or a gift shop. If you can get passed that there are some interesting places to see.

brett t

Jun 2015

The tour guides on both the bus and train portions of the trip were extremely friendly and very informative. The length of the trip was adequate, but another hour or so in Virginia City would have been nice--there is a lot to do there in a very short amount of time. Overall all it was a wonderful experience for the entire family!

Laura D

Jun 2015

Besides the scenery, our driver was the best part of the trip June 11! Besides thoroughly knowing his stuff his upbeat presentation of relative and entertaining information and history was OUTSTANDING!