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Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe

4.1 (23 reviews) one hour – 1 h 30 min Private tour
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Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe

About this activity

Discover Lake Tahoe’s rugged eastern shore, visit magnificent overlooks and beaches, and learn about the area’s connection to the Pony Express and lumber industry.

This 27-mile tour begins outside Sierra Sotheby’s International and continues along the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe from Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe. As you drive, you’ll hear stories about the area’s past. You’ll also learn about:

  • Incline Villages’ Millionaire’s Row
  • The Ponderosa Theme Park
  • The history behind Thunderbird Lodge
  • Lake Tahoe’s second growth forest
  • Cave Rock and its connection to early Native American History
  • Early Mail Delivery and the Pony Express

This driving tour can be completed in about 90 minutes without any stops. Along the way, you’ll have the option of visiting a few of Lake Tahoe’s out-of-the-way beaches and two Nevada State Parks, hiking to the base of Cave Rock, or enjoying a beverage or meal lakeside. Parking fees are not included in the price of this tour.

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At a glance

Duration
one hour – 1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Operated by
VoiceMap Audio Tours

What is included

Included

  • Included: VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drink
  • Not included: Smartphone and headphones
  • Not included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

  1. Incline Village

    Passing by

    The tour starts at Incline Village.

  2. Tahoe East Shore Trail

    Passing by

    The tour passes by the Tahoe East Shore Trail.

  3. Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park

    Passing by

    The tour passes by the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park.

  4. Sand Harbor

    Passing by

    The tour passes by Sand Harbor.

  5. Skunk Harbor

    Passing by

    The tour passes by Skunk Harbor.

  6. Spooner Lake

    Passing by

    The tour passes by Spooner Lake.

  7. Logan Shoals Vista Trail

    Passing by

    The tour passes by Logan Shoals Vista Trail.

  8. Cave Rock

    Passing by

    The tour passes by Cave Rock.

  9. Zephyr Cove

    Passing by

    The tour passes by Zephyr Cove.

  10. South Lake Tahoe

    Passing by

    The tour ends at South Lake Tahoe.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

  • The tour ends at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

2. Create an account

3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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  • You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
  • This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
  • When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
  • Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Traveller ratings

4.1 out of 5 · 23 reviews
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Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe

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