2010 Tour Season:
 Come and explore Lake Tahoe’s Thunderbird Lodge National Historic Site. The Lodge is open for guided tours on Tuesday through Saturday starting May 27th through mid-October.
Guided tours take visitors on an hour and 15 minute walk throughout the famous Whittell Estate on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. Guests are provided a peek into the gilded-age lifestyle of the fabulously wealthy George Whittell, his legend and the legacy he left behind. Stories will come to life as you discover the Lighthouse Room, Old Lodge, the servant's quarters with original kitchen, as well as a trip through the 600' underground tunnel leading to the infamous Card House and Boathouse. In the Boathouse you may find the fabulous yacht, Thunderbird, built for George Whittell in 1939. The John Hacker designed yacht is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece built in a bygone era. She is 55 feet of gleaming mahogany powered by dual V-12 Allison aircraft engines, each developing 1100 horsepower.
After you enjoy the stories of the Thunderbird Yacht, the tour will follow the Dragon's Tail path to the enchanting Card House with its celebrated poker stories. Your tour ends offering breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe, the nearby mountain ranges, lagoons, waterfalls and fountains. Discover the magic of Thunderbird Lodge ~ the history, the architecture and the man himself, George Whittell.
Tours are by reservation only and are limited to 25 persons at a time. Private group tours are available year-round and can be arranged for parties of 15 or more. Self-guided tours are not available at Thunderbird Lodge. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to uneven pathways, and a light jacket as the tour will conclude outdoors.
To make reservations, please go to activitytickets.com or call 1-800-GO-TAHOE (1-800-468-2463). To make reservations for a private group tour of 15 or more, please call (775) 832-8752.
Special events are also offered throughout the season, including our Winemaker's Dinners. More Info...
Tours - By Land
From the north shore area of Lake Tahoe, Thunderbird Lodge offers daily tours, Tuesday through Saturday starting the end of May through mid-October. Parking and shuttle pickup for the Thunderbird Lodge shuttle tour is at the Incline Village/Crystal Bay Visitor's Center, 969 Tahoe Boulevard, Incline Village, NV, on the north shore (Driving Directions).
On-line booking is available through activitytickets.com. NOTE: If you are booking less than 2 days prior to your tour date, you cannot book online and will need to call the Visitor’s Center direct to book your tickets.
To make reservations by phone, call the Incline Village/Crystal Bay Visitor's Center at 1-800-GO-TAHOE (Office Hours - Mon thru Fri, 8am-5pm; Sat, Sun & Holidays, 10am-4pm). Ticket prices include the shuttle ride and are $39.00 per adult and $19.00 for children from 6 to 12. Children under 6 are not permitted.
Tours - By Water
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Tahoe Boat Cruises Historic East Shore and Thunderbird Lodge Tour
Cruising to the Thunderbird Lodge for the past 10 years, the historic 40' cruiser Tahoe, originally built for Bud Scott (author of The Saga of Lake Tahoe), departs from the beautiful Tahoe Keys Marina in South Lake Tahoe, Tuesday through Saturday at 10 a.m. The Tahoe features inside and outside seating, a sun canopy, a bathroom and a full bar. This five hour experience includes a continental breakfast on board, a narrated cruise along almost 20 miles of the lake's beautiful shoreline showcasing incredible mansions, the sacred Cave Rock Washoe Indian site, eagles and osprey on Deadman's Point, a guided walking tour of the Thunderbird Lodge, and a picnic lunch overlooking the lake. Adults $110; children 12 and under $55.
Call Tahoe Boat Cruises at 888-867-6394 or 775-588-1881 for reservations.
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Thunderbird Lodge and Lakeshore Water Tour
This North Shore boat tour departs from Pier 111 in front of the Lone Eagle Grille located at the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort in Incline Village, NV. The M/V Blue Warrior and her crew will be waiting for you with fresh coffee and pastries as you prepare to disembark promptly at 9:00 a.m. to head to the Thunderbird Lodge. Departing the Lodge, the tour takes you to Sand Harbor State Park and along the prestigious Lakeshore Drive, returning to the Hyatt at 12 p.m.
Cost: $110 per person.
For reservations call 775-813-1118 or go to www.getontahoe.com. |
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