Wild West Day Trip to Virginia City from 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.

Itinerary

1. Virginia & Truckee Railroad

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

   · 1 h· Admission included

2. Comstock Lode

   Comstock Lode - Silver City, Gold Hill, Virginia City

   · 3 h

3. Virginia City Visitor Center

   On C street

   · 10 min

4. The Delta Saloon

   Great place for refreshments

   · 1 h

5. The Way It Was Museum

   Recommended museum by Discover Lake Tahoe Tours

   · 30 min· Admission not included

6. St. Mary in the Mountains Catholic Church

   Must see...

   · 20 min· Admission not included

7. Genoa Bar

   Oldest bar in Nevada

   · Non-stop passage

8. Piper's Opera House

   Must see

   · 10 min

9. Historic Fourth Ward School Museum

   Must see

   · 10 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup included.

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

How to use your ticket

What to know before you go

• 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

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 6508WILDWEST

Activity offered by Discover Lake Tahoe Tours via Viator.