Reno Tahoe Area Tours
Lake Tahoe and Virginia City Tours
The Reno-Tahoe area offers a variety of tours that highlight the region’s rich history, scenic beauty, and unique attractions. Whether you're interested in exploring the vibrant city of Reno, discovering the historic charm of Virginia City, or immersing yourself in the natural wonders surrounding Lake Tahoe, there's a tour for every interest. From guided walking tours and scenic drives to outdoor adventures, these tours provide an unforgettable way to experience the best of Reno and its surrounding areas.
Sierra Comstock Tours
Sierra Comstock Tours offers narrated tours to two of Reno Tahoe’s most iconic spots, Virginia City and Lake Tahoe. Their Lake Tahoe and Virginia City tour departs from local hotels year-round. The tour itself lasts seven hours and features a two-hour exploration of Virginia City and a tour of Lake Tahoe. Although it is a driving tour, there are plenty of chances to get out and take in the sights. It can be difficult to see everything in Reno Tahoe, and this tour is a great way to cover some ground.
Virginia & Truckee Railroad Tour
There is no better way to take in the beauty of Carson Valley than the V&T Railway. In its heyday, this historic railroad, which dates back to 1868, successfully operated 30-45 trains daily on the 55-mile railroad to support the booming mining industry.
The V&T is no longer a working train route, but since renovations in the early 2000s, it has become a historic tourist attraction. Offering a 24-mile round trip tour from Carson City to Virginia City, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad Tour is a fully narrated journey on a 1916 Baldwin locomotive, taking you through a scenic route of tunnels, canyons and mining towns.
Bats in the Belfry Tour
A unique Virginia City experience, the Bats in the Belfry Tour takes brave visitors through the city’s most haunted locations, throughout which costumed tour guides tell chilling historical and paranormal stories of the Silver Queen Hotel, Mackay Mansion, the Washoe Club and more.
Kit Carson Trail
Experience the rich history of Nevada’s capital along the Kit Carson Trail. This self-guided tour includes stops at Nevada’s first brewery – Carson Brewing Company – as well as the State Capital Building, Governor’s Mansion and many other historic points of interest. Be on the look-out for ghostly happenings as many of the locations are reportedly haunted!
FAQS
Most tours, including the Bats in the Belfry Tour, require advance booking to secure your spot. For specific booking details, be sure to visit each tour's website for more information.
All tours are generally suitable for all ages. However, some tours may include frightening or intense details that could be unsettling for younger children. We recommend using your discretion to determine which tours are best for you and your family.
Tour websites and booking confirmations will provide detailed information, including starting times and locations. Be sure to check these resources for specific directions to the tour starting points. If this information isn't readily available, feel free to email or call the tour operator to confirm further details.