10 days in Lake Tahoe (California) & Napa Valley Itinerary
Created using Inspirock California sightseeing planner
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South Lake Tahoe
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Oakville
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South Lake Tahoe — 3 nights
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Satisfy your inner culture vulture at The Way It Was Museum and Liberty Engine Company No. 1 Comstock Firemen's Museum. Visiting Lakeside Beach and Nevada Beach Campground will get you outdoors. You'll find plenty of places to visit near South Lake Tahoe: Nevada State Museum (in Carson City) and Mackay Mansion (in Virginia City). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Baldwin Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Kiva Beach, pause for some serene contemplation at St Theresa Catholic Church, and see the interesting displays at Lake Tahoe Historical Society Museum.
To see photos, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the South Lake Tahoe trip planner.
Chicago to South Lake Tahoe is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Chicago to South Lake Tahoe due to the time zone difference. Plan for cooler nights when traveling from Chicago in August since evenings lows in South Lake Tahoe dip to 44°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Oakville.
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To see photos, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the South Lake Tahoe trip planner.
Chicago to South Lake Tahoe is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Chicago to South Lake Tahoe due to the time zone difference. Plan for cooler nights when traveling from Chicago in August since evenings lows in South Lake Tahoe dip to 44°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Oakville.
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Oakville — 5 nights
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Explore hidden gems such as Nickel & Nickel and Turnbull Wine Cellars. Get a sense of the local culture at HALL Rutherford and Paradigm Winery.
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Traveling by car from South Lake Tahoe to Oakville takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, and taxi; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from South Lake Tahoe in August, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 55°F in Oakville. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Plan a trip to Oakville easily and quickly by telling Inspirock to suggest an itinerary.
Traveling by car from South Lake Tahoe to Oakville takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, train, and taxi; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from South Lake Tahoe in August, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 55°F in Oakville. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Lake Tahoe (California) travel guide
Lake of the Sky
Straddling the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe draws visitors from both states and beyond to its shores. With an average of 300 sunny days annually, it's no surprise that the lake is a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts. The blue-green waters beckon travelers for swimming, boating, windsurfing, or kayaking. The lake also has a number of walking trails for those who don't want to get wet. In the colder months, skiers take to the surrounding mountains. The south shore is the most developed side of the lake, with more things to do, while the west and north shores are generally more tranquil.
Napa Valley travel guide
Thanks to a Mediterranean climate and idyllic location in Northern California, Napa Valley is one of the top wine producing regions in the world. This, coupled with the area's breathtaking scenery, abundance of quaint B&Bs, and exquisite local gastronomy, makes Napa Valley one of the country's most popular spots for peaceful weekends and romantic getaways. While wine tasting and vineyard tours are the traditional things to do, the region offers a variety of other attractions, including hot air balloon rides, spa treatments, and trips aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train.
