Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Lake Tahoe, exploring its stunning landscapes, historic sites, and hidden gems. Learn about its history and enjoy the flexibility of driving at your own pace. Book now!
Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Lake Tahoe, exploring its stunning landscapes, historic sites, and hidden gems. Learn about its history and enjoy the flexibility of driving at your own pace. Book now!
- Visitor Center Road - Begin your Lake Tahoe adventure at the Tahoe South Visitor Center in South Lake Tahoe. From this starting point, embark on a picturesque journey around what many consider the most stunning lake in the United States. Along the way, discover fascinating history, explore excellent hiking trails, and enjoy ample opportunities to…
- Visitor Center Road - Begin your Lake Tahoe adventure at the Tahoe South Visitor Center in South Lake Tahoe. From this starting point, embark on a picturesque journey around what many consider the most stunning lake in the United States. Along the way, discover fascinating history, explore excellent hiking trails, and enjoy ample opportunities to visit the lakeshore!
NOTE: The tour spans over 65 miles, includes more than 70 audio stories, and takes approximately 3-4 hours to complete.
Purchase once and enjoy for a full year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
- Tallac Historic Site - The Pope Cabin is named after its quirky former owner, George Pope. He referred to this home as the Vatican and hosted extravagant parties with celebrities. During their vacations here, Pope and his family employed a staff of 35 servants!
- Pope Beach - Pope Beach is one of Lake Tahoe’s 40 public beaches, characterized by dunes and pine trees, making it an ideal spot for swimming, boating, or picnicking. Entry is $8 on most days, but can rise to $20 during peak holidays.
- Vikingsholm - Similar to Valhalla, Vikingsholm is designed to mimic the architecture of Scandinavian castles. This 38-room mansion features Norse carvings at the entrances and Nordic dragons on its roof, offering a view that rivals Norway’s fjords!
- Emerald Bay State Park - Emerald Bay is named for the beautiful green hue created by the sun reflecting on the bay’s crystal-clear waters. At Emerald Bay State Park, enjoy a variety of water activities, from kayaking to scuba diving. No gear? No problem, rentals are available!
- Eagle Falls - The Eagle Falls Trail leads to the only waterfall that flows into Lake Tahoe. This moderate, 2-mile hike is a popular stop, offering not only a stunning waterfall at the end but also breathtaking views along the way.
- Meeks Bay Trail - Meeks Bay boasts a pristine white sand beach perfect for relaxing by the lake. The water remains shallow for a long distance, making it ideal for families. This beach can become quite crowded in the summer, so planning ahead is advised.
- Sugar Pine State Park - An optional detour leads to Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine Point State Park. As the name suggests, sugar pines are abundant here. Interestingly, a large portion of this 2,500-acre park is new growth forest due to extensive logging in the 1800s.
- Olympic Valley - A winter visit wouldn’t be complete without this detour. Olympic Valley, nestled in the Sierra Nevada, offers some of the finest skiing areas in the region. It has even hosted the Winter Olympics, hence its name!
- Tahoe City Visitor Information Center - The Tahoe City Visitor Information Center marks your progress. Located on the lake’s north side, it’s a great place to pause, find restrooms, and grab snacks for the final stretch of your journey.
- Carnelian Bay - Carnelian Bay is a popular, scenic spot once renowned for more than its postcard beauty. In the 1930s and 1940s, it was a major hub for boat racing! Today, it’s perfect for fishing, paddleboarding, and various other activities.
- Kings Beach - Kings Beach is one of the warmest spots on the lakeshore, ideal for those wary of the chilly alpine waters. The recreation area includes a playground and a basketball court, with plenty of shaded picnic tables. It offers something for everyone.
- Memorial Point - Memorial Point Trail is an easy half-mile hike along the lakeside, providing unbeatable views, so keep your camera ready!
- Sand Harbor - Sand Harbor is more than just a beach. It features unique rock formations, making it a favorite among scuba divers, and boasts some of the clearest water on the lakeshore. It’s also the starting point for the fully accessible Sand Point Trail.
- Logan Shoals Vista Trail - Logan Shoals offers one of the best vistas of Lake Tahoe, rising 300 feet above the lake with panoramic views of the water and surrounding greenery. It’s a popular wedding destination for a reason!
- Cave Rock - Cave Rock, also known as the Lady of the Lake, is the remnant of an ancient volcanic core. This three-million-year-old rock held great significance for the Washoe people. Today, it’s a favored spot for sunbathing and fishing. Although this is the last stop on your tour, there are many more optional stops to extend your journey.

- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Purchase a single tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can enjoy the experience together!
Discover the mesmerizing blue waters and stunning mountain scenery of Lake Tahoe with this self-guided audio tour! Drive around the entire lake while learning about its history, taking in its breathtaking views, and exploring its Gilded Age past. Enjoy…
Purchase a single tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can enjoy the experience together!
Discover the mesmerizing blue waters and stunning mountain scenery of Lake Tahoe with this self-guided audio tour! Drive around the entire lake while learning about its history, taking in its breathtaking views, and exploring its Gilded Age past. Enjoy hikes, historic homes, and waterfalls along the route. This self-guided driving tour offers the ultimate flexibility and value to fully experience Lake Tahoe.
After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
Purchase once and use for a whole year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, make sure your device meets these requirements: iPhones running iOS 13 or newer, and Android devices with version 9 or newer. For iPads or tablets, only models with GPS and cellular connectivity are recommended for navigation.
- Important Note: Construction may cause closures and delays, so please plan your tour accordingly and check the North Tahoe Community Alliance website for more details.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.