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 route, discover fascinating history, explore excellent hiking trails, and enjoy ample opportunities…
- 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 route, 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 typically takes 3-4 hours to complete.
New, Lifetime access, no expiration. Use it anytime, on any trip, as often as desired.
- Tallac Historic Site - The Pope Cabin is named after its quirky former owner, George Pope. He referred to this residence 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 sunlight on the bay’s crystal-clear waters. At Emerald Bay State Park, enjoy a variety of water activities, from kayaking to scuba diving. If you don’t have your own equipment, the park provides rentals!
- Eagle Falls - The Eagle Falls Trail leads to the only waterfall flowing 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 essential.
- Sugar Pine State Park - An optional detour leads to Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine Point State Park. As the name suggests, sugar pines dominate this park. Interestingly, a significant portion of this 2,500-acre park is new growth forest due to extensive logging in the 1800s.
- Olympic Valley - For winter visitors, this detour is a must-see. Olympic Valley, nestled in the Sierra Nevada, offers some of the region’s best skiing areas. 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 an excellent place to pause, find restrooms, and grab snacks for the final leg 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 destination for boat racing! Today, it’s perfect for fishing, paddleboarding, and various other activities.
- Kings Beach - Kings Beach is one of the warmest beaches 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 another 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 lush greenery. It’s a popular wedding spot 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 popular sunbathing and fishing spot. This is the final stop on your tour route, but 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 for each vehicle, not for each individual. Everyone can enjoy the experience together!
Discover the mesmerizing blue waters of Lake Tahoe and its stunning mountainous scenery 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…
Purchase a single tour for each vehicle, not for each individual. Everyone can enjoy the experience together!
Discover the mesmerizing blue waters of Lake Tahoe and its stunning mountainous scenery 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 waterfall views 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.
New, lifetime access with no expiration. Use it anytime, on any trip, as often as you like.
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
- New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
- 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, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these 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.
- Please note that Tallac Historic Site, Pope Beach, and Eagle Falls Trail are closed for the winter season due to weather, safety concerns, and limited access. For the latest updates, please visit the official website.
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.