Location: South Lake Tahoe
Top Things to do in South Lake Tahoe
The 10 Best Bus Tours in South Lake Tahoe, California (CA)
South Lake Tahoe is the only destination in the country that combines two
strikingly different worlds: The spectacular beauty of a national park, and all the desirable amenities of a world-class resort. Here you can enjoy a full range of exhilarating outdoor activities – from skiing and snowmobiling,
snowshoeing, sleigh rides and sledding to hiking, biking, kayaking, boating, fishing, swimming, and golf - alongside the excitement of 24-hour nightclubs, fine dining, gaming and entertainment.
Restaurants in South Lake Tahoe
1. Small-Group Day Trip to Yosemite from Lake Tahoe
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 39 reviews
Join us on this exclusive fully narrated journey to Yosemite National Park from Lake Tahoe by a professional tour guide. This is an opportunity to experience the vast array of unique and beautiful features of the High Sierra. See why this jewel of America is a memory of a lifetime which has inspired all who were touched by it. This tour includes morning snacks, picnic lunch and drinks such as beer and wine. Depending on time of the year and weather, you'll walk to either Yosemite Falls or Bridalvail Falls
Inclusions: National Park fees, Fuel surcharge, Buffet lunch, Snacks, Driver/guide, Guided nature walk - optional
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By jimnlindav
My wife and I took this tour on Thursday, October 1, 2020. The train was not running that day and they offered us $10 each refund or a full refund if we wanted to cancel. We went on the tour anyway without the train and had a great time. I apologize for not knowing the guides name, but he was terrific. Knowledgeable and funny. Took us through Genoa Nevada and the state capital. Saw the Governor's mansion, the mint museum and several wildlife... mustangs, mule deer, and more. Virginia City is somewhat typical of a tourist destination town from the old west, but done well. We enjoyed our shopping and eating there. We'll go back when we have more time. I would recommend this tour and maybe the train ride would make it even more enjoyable. Nevertheless, they did a good job.
2. Lake Tahoe Ultimate Photography Scenic Half-Day Tour in Small-Group
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 559 reviews
We are the only company that includes your guide taking pictures of you and your party at each location and the scenery as well. Post processing of the pictures taken by your guide is included and the pictures turn out absolutely stunning. Of course you are welcome to snap away as many pictures as you would like. Between the great pictures that you will take and the pictures taken by your guide ensures you leave Lake Tahoe with treasured memories and images you will cherish forever! Whether it's wildflowers, fall colors, raging waterfalls, or pure back country beauty, this Lake Tahoe photography tour will take you there!
Inclusions: Guided Photographic Tours of the South and West Shores. , CDC Corona Virus Precautions , Professional Guides that provide Photographic tips, Photos taken of your party and the scenery by your guide, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Camera, Children's car seat, Private transportation
Reviewed By arrrforehar
Ah. Ma. Zing. I gotta admit, the husband and I talked back and forth about doing this because of the price. But now I am SO GLAD we did!!! The locations are amazing and unique. We got taken to places that were off the beaten path—things we would never have seen otherwise. But, seriously, if you do this tour (and you should) request Keith (who also happens to be the owner, so bonus points!) And I know, you read all about “oh, request this person” but you’re never gonna really do it. But for this kind of tour, I HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend Keith. In fact, I think I’ll only do this tour with him now. Seriously, he was that good. And we passed by another guide and I was like “Yeah, I think we got the best of the best.” AND BOY DID WE. Keith is extraordinary kind and courteous. Asked if we wanted water, snack, how we were doing. And he helped me with my camera settings! Like, there’s a HUGE difference now in the photos I took before this tour vs after. Don’t have a fancy camera? That’s fine! Phone cameras work great, too! He’s gonna take you to the best spots and help you get those good angles. Of course, we happened to visit during the 2020 wildfires, so it was very smokey. Despite that, we still got some stellar photographs. And learned about the history of the area! So that was cool. It was also great having photos taken of us because, you know, as a photographer you don’t get many pictures of yourself. So that was awesome! Keith went absolutely above and beyond the call of tour guide duty (and I myself am a tour guide, so I know). CanNOT recommend Keith highly enough. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough!!! Absolutely phenomenal. THANK YOU, KEITH AND ROBIN!!!!
3. Guided Tour of Historic Virginia City and Carson City from South Lake Tahoe
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 5 reviews
Step back in time on this narrated tour following the Pony Express Trail to America’s largest historic landmark Virginia City – the Comstock Lode founded in 1859, where Mark Twain roamed the streets and everybody wanted a piece of the “Richest place on Earth “. Driver tour guide narrates about history, geography, geology, flora and fauna of the region on the way to Virginia City ( 40 miles or 1 hour 20 min. ) Tour includes a visit to The Way it was museum
Inclusions: Professional guide
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Suzanne D
5 stars. Great tour guide, Joe. Showed videos, explained our adventure all along the way. Great libations and food, breakfast lunch and snacks. COVID conscientious. Lively and knowledgeable and very likable guide. Nice buss too! However Type of visit, does not work.
4. Full-Day Lake Tahoe Circle Tour including Squaw Valley
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 53 reviews
Admire Lake Tahoe from every angle on this scenic tour that takes you all the way around the lake with a local insider guide. As you travel a total of about 80 miles (130 km), you’ll stop at Emerald Bay, Truckee River Dam and Logan Shoals — three of the lake’s best viewpoints — and visit Tahoe City, a bustling small town on the north shore. Plus, explore the mountain village at Squaw Valley ski resort. During the trip, listen to your guide’s stories and interesting facts about the lake’s history and highlights.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned shuttle bus, Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only), Driver/guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Suzanne D
5 stars. Great tour guide, Joe. Showed videos, explained our adventure all along the way. Great libations and food, breakfast lunch and snacks. COVID conscientious. Lively and knowledgeable and very likable guide. Nice buss too! However Type of visit, does not work.
5. El Dorado Wine Country Tour from South Lake Tahoe
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 54 reviews
Discover more of the Lake Tahoe region than the lake itself on this day trip to El Dorado wine region, just west of South Lake Tahoe in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. With a knowledgeable wine guide, you’ll visit six area wineries, known for their welcoming and rustic atmospheres. Plus, stop by Boa Vista, one of the region’s many fruit orchards, and enjoy an alfresco lunch amid towering oak trees. Round-trip transportation from South Lake Tahoe is included.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned shuttle bus or coach, Wine tasting fees at first 3 wineries, Picnic lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Tasting fees at additional winery or microbrewery, waived with purchase, Gratuities
Reviewed By Sunshine35507
This is worth the price for just the scenic tour and picnic lunch with the wine tasting as a bonus. We would have preferred more time at Apple Hill and have skipped the last stop which was a waste of time. Snowshoe John was both informative and entertaining. The fall colors were amazing. Well worth your time and money.
6. Wild West Day Trip from Lake Tahoe with Train Ride
Overall Ratings
4.2 based on 54 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned shuttle bus, Train ride, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Lunch, Admission to attractions (optional), Gratuities
Reviewed By Suzanne D
5 stars. Great tour guide, Joe. Showed videos, explained our adventure all along the way. Great libations and food, breakfast lunch and snacks. COVID conscientious. Lively and knowledgeable and very likable guide. Nice buss too! However Type of visit, does not work.
7. Ultimate Lake Tahoe Self-Driving Audio Tour
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2 reviews
Explore Lake Tahoe’s dazzlingly blue waters and stunning mountainous backdrop with this self-guided audio tour! Drive around the entirety of the lake as you learn about its origins, admire its breathtaking vistas, and dive into its Gilded Age history. Explore hikes, historic homes, and waterfall views along the way. This self-guided driving tour allows you to experience all of Lake Tahoe with maximum flexibility and value. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Within 30 min, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone, enter password, and download the tour. When you arrive, go to the South Tahoe Visitor Center, launch the app, and follow the instructions! Stick to our recommended route for the best experience. No expiration — the tour is available from the minute you book until forever! This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check pandemic rules & opening hours before your visit.
Inclusions: GPS Map, Audios and Text, Online Support
Exclusions: Admission to paid attractions
Reviewed By BestTravelerDenver
Very informative, should have included more info on the plants and cacti! The historical stories were cute!
8. Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour from South Lake Tahoe to Tahoe City
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
Take in the stunning state parks of Emerald Bay, Eagle Lake, D.L. Bliss and Sugar Pine, scattered along Lake Tahoe’s West shore, on a driving tour. On this tour, you’ll explore the early community of Al Tahoe, the Tallac Historic Site, and view three early Tahoe summer homes. The tour continues with optional hikes to Vikingsholm at Emerald Bay, Eagle Falls, and Eagle Rock. Enjoy the picturesque splendor of Lake Tahoe and its surrounding snow-capped mountains as you drive, along the way hearing stories about: • Some of Tahoe’s colorful characters • Early Native American history in the Tahoe Basin • Lake Tahoe’s early history • The trees of Tahoe’s pine forest • Historic homes dating back to the late 1800s and early 1900s • The history of gaming in Lake Tahoe This driving tour can be completed in about two hours without any stops. Along the way, you’ll have the option of visiting a number of state parks. Parking fees are not included in the price of this tour.
Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata , VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Exclusions: Food and drink, Smartphone and headphones, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route, Transportation
9. Historical & Cultural Tour of Ghana, 12 Days
Start and end in Accra! With the in-depth cultural tour Historical & Cultural Tour of Ghana, 12 Days, you have a 12 day tour package taking you through Accra, Ghana and 9 other destinations in Ghana. Historical & Cultural Tour of Ghana, 12 Days includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure, Round-trip airport/hotel transfers, 11 nights Hotel accommodation in the indicated properties, Transportation in private vehicle, Experienced tour guide, Admission to listed sites
Exclusions: Cost of visa, Meals not listed, Travel Insurance, Gratuity to driver and guide
Reviewed By 554kevinx
A special shout out, to the valiant Continent Tours staff members, that made my Ghana tour, a total success! First, and above all else, I want to thank Continent Tours Event Coordinator, Tina, Tour Guide Representative, Ernest, and Transportation Specialist, Shaibu, for my wonderful experience, during my time in Ghana. Your combined efforts, gave me one of the most spiritually uplifting, and heartwarming times of my life! I will have fond memories of my Ghanaian Homecoming, for years to come! Thank you all, for the adventure of a life time! My 14-day tour of Ghana, was not just another run of the mill tour of an African country. This tour was special, because it was in answer to the call, from the people of Ghana, for us, “lost souls”, to come back home. Because I am an African-American, born and raised in the 1960s, and educated in the American learning system, I know only a partial, and very selective truth, of the hardships of enslaved Africans, during the forced re-location to the Americas. To learn firsthand, what Africans went through, while being stolen from Africa, Bob Marley’s words, was a real eye opener. I am fortunate to have made the journey back to mother Africa, and to have contributed to her still unfolding story. I would highly encourage anyone, with a curiosity for African history, to allow Continent Tours, to arrange their own personal homecoming tour back to Africa. My tour was very well organized! The historical sites, and cultural events visited in the course of my day, were arranged in a manner, that allowed for maximum exposure, to the activities on the schedule. My tour guide was expertly versed, in the past and present history of the areas we visited during the tour. There was never a dull moment in my daily activities. Getting from here to there, our driver, expertly navigated the challenges of the Ghanaian roadsides, without incident. All aspects of passenger comfort and safety were strictly adhered to at all times. I could not be more pleased with the professional service I received from the Continent Tours staff. I would highly recommend “Continent Tours” to anyone wishing to experience Ghana and other available countries in Africa!
10. Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe
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.
Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata , VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Exclusions: Food and drink, Smartphone and headphones, Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route, Transportation
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