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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.

Duration7 hoursLanguages Available

  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Virginia & Truckee Railroad165 F Street, , Virginia City, Nevada7 mile train ride from Virginia City to Gold Hill and back.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Comstock LodeVirginia City, NevadaComstock Lode - Silver City, Gold Hill, Virginia CityDuration: 3 hoursStop At: Virginia City Visitor Center86 South C Street, Virginia City, NevadaOn C streetDuration: 10 minutesStop At: The Delta Saloon18 South C Street, , Virginia City, NevadaGreat place for refreshmentsDuration: 1 hourStop At: The Way It Was Museum113 S C St, , Virginia City, NevadaRecommended museum by Discover Lake Tahoe ToursDuration: 30 minutesStop At: St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church111 S E St, Virginia City, NevadaMust see...Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Genoa Bar2282 Main Street, Genoa, NevadaOldest bar in NevadaDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Piper's Opera House12 North B Street, Virginia City, NevadaMust seeDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Historic Fourth Ward School Museum537 South C Street, , Virginia City, NevadaMust seeDuration: 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
Inclusions
  • Train ride
  • Transport by air-conditioned shuttle bus
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Admission to attractions (optional)
Traveler Pickup InformationHilton Vacation Club, bus stop on Ski Run Blvd., departure time: 8:20amMarriott Resorts, Red Curb pullout on Hwy 50 by Heavenly Gondola 8:30amGolden Nugget Lake Tahoe, main lobby area, departure time: 8:40amVoucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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