Virginia City and Lake Tahoe Full Day Small Group Tour from Reno
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
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Experience the best of Northern Nevada in one unforgettable day on this carefully designed small-group tour. Step back in time as you explore the historic Old West town of Virginia City, then relax and take in the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tahoe’s crystal-clear waters, alpine scenery, and iconic viewpoints. This tour follows a safe, scenic route and focuses on the most impressive highlights, allowing you to enjoy both history and nature without feeling rushed. With comfortable transportation, local insight, and thoughtfully chosen stops, this full-day experience offers a perfect balance of adventure, scenery, and relaxation
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Virginia City
Begin your day with a convenient morning pickup from Reno. Relax and enjoy a scenic drive through the high desert landscape and the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, taking in beautiful views along the way. Upon arrival in Virginia City, meet your local guide, who will walk you through this iconic and well-preserved Old West mining town. Explore authentic wooden boardwalks, historic saloons, and charming shops while learning about the Comstock Lode, the silver boom, and the early days of Nevada. Highlights may include: • Virginia & Truckee Railroad (view or visit) • Historic mining area landmarks and sites • Optional visit to The Way It Was Museum • Historic cemeteries and mining-era landmarks • Stories of Mark Twain’s early career in Virginia City Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant or saloon (lunch at your own expense) before continuing the journey.
Lake Tahoe Area
Afternoon – Lake Tahoe Scenic Highlights After departing Virginia City, enjoy a scenic drive toward Lake Tahoe via Carson City, following a safe and picturesque route that avoids high mountain passes. Upon arrival at Lake Tahoe, explore some of the lake’s most iconic viewpoints, known for crystal-clear water, alpine scenery, and dramatic shoreline landscapes. Highlights may include: • Emerald Bay Overlook – panoramic lake views and Fannette Island • South Shore scenic viewpoints – shoreline photo stops • Zephyr Cove (optional) – lakeside views and short break • Incline Village – lakeside community and short walk • Sand Harbor Beach (when accessible) – turquoise water and granite boulders Enjoy time for photos, short walks, and lakeside relaxation. Return to Reno Relax and enjoy the views on a scenic drive back through Carson City. You’ll be dropped off at the same location where you were picked up, ending your full-day tour smoothly and stress-free.
Options
Virginia City and Lake Tahoe Full Day Small Group Tour from Reno
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel, casino, or nearby pickup and drop-off in Reno
Bottled water
Transportation in an air-conditioned van
Guided visit to Virginia City
Scenic sightseeing tour of Lake Tahoe
driver/guide
Lunch
Entrance fees to attractions (if applicable)
Optional activities
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This is our first time...
Bertinson V,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is our first time visiting Reno Nevada for a few days so we are looking for something to do to know something about the area. We found Reno Tour that offer a full day visiting Virginia city and Lake Tahoe for small group. Our tour guide, Tony, pick us up at our hotel right on time. As we spend time with Tony, he is knowledgeable, calm, answering all our questions and very accommodating to our request. Tony is a good driver so we can enjoy the view while he navigates the winding roads in the mountain and around the lake. We feel safe and especially no motion sickness for us so we are happy. We highly recommend this tour to explore the area and for us to have an over view of our national wonder beautiful Lake Tahoe. We definitely will be back to vacation on Lake Tahoe. Thanks to our tour guide Tony for a wonderful day together.
Amazing tour in Reno
Sam S,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Five stars for Reno Outdoors and Tony. My girlfriend and I had an amazing tour in Reno Nevada. The driver Tony was smooth professional and very knowledgeable about Reno’s history and Virginia City and Lake Tahoe landmarks and local highlights. He made the experience fun relaxing and informative. If you’re looking for a great guided tour in Reno I highly recommend Reno Outdoors
Good trip for foreign traveler
zidi w,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pick a day with great sunshine will be a wise choice. Lake Tahoe is absolute beautiful, the trip will cover more than 60% of the lakeside, enough for a first time visit. The tour to Virginia city is more wonderful than expected. Very nice tour guide and driver. Recommend to foreign traveler with limited proficiency of English.
It was not a sightseeing trip. It was an experience!
A7689IRtylerb,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver and Guide knew to take us to a smaller, intimate space as he could sense our love of the outdoors and nature! We lucked out and the weather was sunny and lovely and the traffic was MUCH less crowded then in the summer months. We were on a group tour, but we don't travel in groups, so there were only 4 of us total, which made it seem almost private. Couldn't be happier!
Oue of the Best Tours We’ve Ever Done
17chisanak,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We've done quite a few tours in different places and this one honestly stands out as one of the best. Covering both Lake Tahoe and Virginia City in one day sounded like a lot at first, but it was perfectly planned and never felt overwhelming. Lake Tahoe was absolutely stunning pictures don’t do it justice. The stops were well chosen giving us time to take it all in walk around and just enjoy the views. It felt peaceful and refreshing a completely different atmosphere from Reno. Then heading to Virginia City was like stepping into a different era. The contrast between nature and history made the day really interesting. Walking through the old streets learning about the past and seeing the preserved buildings gave the experience a lot of character. What really made the difference was how smoothly everything was handled. The timing was spot on and the whole day felt relaxed rather than rushed. Our guide was great easygoing knowledgeable and genuinely engaged with the group. It didn’t feel like a scripted tour more like being shown around by someone who knows and loves the area. The transportation was very comfortable which matters a lot on a full day tour. Everything was clean and well taken care of and the ride itself was enjoyable with all the scenic views. If you’re visiting Reno and want to see more than just the city, this is a fantastic option. It’s a great balance of sightseeing learning and just enjoying the journey. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone.
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