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 driving tour is one of three that takes you entirely around Lake Tahoe. Our tour begins outside Sierra Sotheby’s International and continues along the eastern shore of Lake Tahoe from Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe. Along the 27-mile journey, you’ll have the option to hike a number of unique trails, visit Sand Harbor Beach, Spooner Lake, or enjoy a meal lakeside. As you drive and enjoy the spectacular views along this undeveloped eastern shore of Lake Tahoe, 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 • The Comstock Lode • Lake Tahoe’s second growth forest • Cave Rock and its connection to early Native American History • Boating on Lake Tahoe • Early Mail Delivery and the Pony Express This driving tour can be completed in about 90 minutes without any stops. On the other hand, this is your adventure. You may stop where you want, when you want, and for as long as you want. It’s up to you! 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. For more detailed information about the stops on this tour please see “Places to stop along the way” in the tour description. Please review the “Precautions” section for important information on driving and hiking. Voice acting credit: The Pony Express advertisement and background song Ponderosa Ranch by Brandon Baumann Download a souvenir brochure of the tour here A map of all of the hikes may be found here