Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Stop At: Visitor Center Road, Visitor Center Rd, California 96150, USA

Your tour of Lake Tahoe begins at the Tahoe South Visitor Center in South Lake Tahoe. From here, you'll embark on a scenic journey around the lake which some have called the most beautiful lake in the United States. Along the way, you'll pick up essential history, pass top notch hiking trails, and of course have plenty of opportunity to visit the lakeshore!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Tallac Historic Site, 1 Heritage Way, South Lake Tahoe, California 96150

The Pope Cabin owes its name to its eccentric former owner, George Pope. Pope called this home the Vatican, and would bring celebrities out for all kinds of crazy parties. While Pope and his family vacationed here, they hired a retinue of 35 servants!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Pope Beach, intersection of Highway 50 and Highway 89, South Lake Tahoe, California 96150

Pope Beach is one of Lake Tahoe's 40 public beaches. It's defined by dunes and pine trees and makes for a perfect swimming, boating, or picnicking spot. Entry is $8 most days, but can go up to $20 on peak holidays.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Vikingsholm, Hwy 89 at Emerald Bay State Park, South Lake Tahoe, California

Like Valhalla, Vikingsholm is built to emulate the architecture of Scandinavian castles. This 38-room mansion sports Norse carvings around the entrances and Nordic dragons on its roof. It also boasts a view that rivals any of Norway's fjords!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Emerald Bay State Park, Hwy 89 at Emerald Bay, The park is located 12 miles north of South Lake Tahoe, California 96145

Emerald Bay gets its name for the lovely green hue created by the sun shining on the bay's crystal clear waters. At Emerald Bay State Park, you'll have the opportunity to embark on all manner of activities in this water, from kayaking to scuba diving and beyond. If you didn't bring your own gear, don't worry, the park offers rentals!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Eagle Falls, 24 Emerald Bay Rd, California 96150

Eagle Falls Trail leads to the only waterfall that flows into Lake Tahoe. This moderate, 2-mile hike is a hugely popular stop, and for good reason. The trail boasts not just the beautiful waterfall at the end, but also some splendid views along the way.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Meeks Bay Trail, Martis Creek Wildlife Area, South Lake Tahoe, California

Meeks Bay features a pristine white sand beach that's perfect for lounging lakeside. The water also remains shallow for a long way out, making this a great spot for families. This beach can get pretty crowded in the summer, so it's important to plan ahead.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Sugar Pine State Park, Tahoma, California

An optional detour can take you to Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park. As the name would suggest, sugar pines dominate this park. Interestingly, a huge portion of this 2,500-acre park is new growth forest due to heavy logging in the 1800s.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Olympic Valley, Olympic Valley, California

If you're visiting in the winter, you won't want to miss this detour. Olympic Valley, high in the Sierra Nevada, offers some of the best skiing areas in the region. It has actually hosted the Winter Olympics, hence the name!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Tahoe City Visitor Information Center, 100 N Lake Blvd, Next to Fanny Bridge at the Wye, Tahoe City, California 96145

The Tahoe City Visitor Information Center marks just how far you've come. Located on the north side of the lake, it's a great place to pause, find restrooms, and pick up snacks for the final leg of your journey.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Carnelian Bay, Carnelian Bay, California

Carnelian Bay is a popular, picturesque spot which was once famous for something besides its postcard beauty. Back in the 1930s and 1940s, this was a major destination for boat racing! Today, it's a great spot for fishing, paddleboarding, and all sorts of other activities.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Kings Beach, Kings Beach, California

Kings Beach is one of the warmest beaches on the lakeshore, so if you're wary of the chilly alpine waters, this is the spot for you! The recreation area also features a playground and a basketball court, and there are plenty of well-shaded picnic tables here as well. It's got a little something for everyone.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Club Cal-Neva Casino, 38 E 2nd St, Reno, Nevada 89501

Located right on the state line between California and Nevada, the Cal Neva Lodge & Casino is a fun spot with a pretty wild history. It was once owned by Frank Sinatra and frequented by celebrities like Lucille Ball. Even John F. Kennedy used to visit before he became president!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Memorial Point, Memorial Point, Nevada 89704, USA

Memorial Point Trail is an easy half-mile hike along the lakeside. It offers some seriously unbeatable views, so make sure to keep your camera at the ready!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Sand Harbor, Highway 28, Lake Tahoe-Nevada State Park, Incline Village, Nevada 89452

Sand Harbor isn't just another beach. It features unique rock formations that make it a favorite spot among scuba divers, and has some of the clearest water of anywhere on the lakeshore. It's also where you'll find the trailhead for the fully accessible Sand Point Trail.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Logan Shoals Vista Trail, Highway 50 North of Cave Rock, Zephyr Cove, Nevada 89448

Logan Shoals is hands down one of the best vistas of Lake Tahoe. It rises 300 feet above the lake, offering panoramic views of the water and the lush greenery all around. There's a reason this is a hugely popular wedding spot!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cave Rock, Cave Rock, Nevada 89413, USA

Cave Rock, also known as the Lady of the Lake, is the remnant of an old volcanic core. This three million year old rock was very important to the Washoe people. Today, it's a popular sunbathing spot and fishing hole. This is the last stop along your tour route, but there are plenty more optional stops to keep the journey going.

Duration: 5 minutes

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 2 to 3 hours (Approx.)
• Departure Time:
  Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
  Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
  3/18/2020 - 9/29/2024

  Monday - Sunday :

  06:00 AM - 11:00 PM

• Return Details: Returns to original departure point
  

• Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
• Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated, videos, text, hidden gems.
• Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
• Private tour in your/rental car: No group. Take breaks for photos/ snacks/hikes. Go at your own pace
• App on your phone: A link to download the Tour Guide App by Action and Password for your tours.
• Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Travel over multiple days or on next trip. Never expires.
• Good value: Buy just one per car. Don’t pay for each person. Save money compared to a bus tour.
• Gratuities (Optional)
• Transportation, parking fee, food/drinks
• National Park/attraction Passes, entry tickets, or reservation

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
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• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• How it works: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions. Download the Action Tour Guide app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. To begin touring, go to the Starting Point and launch the Action tour guide app. The audio starts automatically. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience. Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
• Good value: Purchase only one tour for the entire vehicle instead of taking the bus and paying for each person. You will see a significant saving. Connect your phone to car speakers by a wire or bluetooth. Enjoy the tour by listening together as you drive.
• Flexible Schedule: Once the app/tour is on your phone, you can use it any day and at any time. You can use it over multiple days. And, also use it on your next trip here. This tour never expires.
• Preview the tour: You can use it before the trip at home (highly recommended), use it during the trip, and use it after you come back.
• Don't miss a thing: You will get everything with the Action Tour Guide app - a complete itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated audio stories, story script, images, videos, deep dives, hidden gems, exciting locations, recommendations for hikes, adventure, activities, treks, and stop-by-stop direction.
• Private tour: You can use it in your car or rental car. No worries about groups or crowds. Start the tour app on your phone. And it will direct you step by step. You can stop for as many breaks as you like. Take a break for Instagram photos, and take a break for lunch/snacks. Go on a hike. The tour will wait for you and start when you start again. You can even do the tour over multiple days. Go at your own pace.
• Easy to use: The stories play themselves as soon as the GPS is activated. It requires no use of your hands at all. You can get HELP by calling, chatting, or emailing any time of the day.
• Offline: There is no need for a cell signal or Wi-Fi while touring. App’s GPS map works offline.
• Expiration/go again: The tour will last for the rest of your life on your phone. It is available for use on any day of your next trip.
• Use pictures for a photo book: Create a photo book using clean (no crowd) app images of each spot to make a memorable trip. All the photos and the correct sequence is ready in the app for you to use.
• Social media: Share clean (no crowd) images with friends/family.
• Devices supported include iPhones with iOS 13 & above, Android phones with version 9 & above and all cellular-enabled tablets & iPads.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.