Northern California: Self-Guided Gold Rush Towns Driving Tour
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Overview
Explore the heart of the California Gold Rush on this self-guided driving tour through the scenic Sierra Nevada foothills. Starting at the Northstar Mining Museum, you’ll drive a 50-mile loop through charming Gold Rush towns like Grass Valley and Nevada City. Along the way, I’ll share stories from early pioneers as you visit sites like the historic Wells Fargo Bank, the Bridgeport covered bridge, and the scenic South Yuba River. You’ll also learn about gold mining techniques and pioneer life, ending your adventure at Empire Mine State Historic Park. This flexible tour lets you set the pace and stop at your leisure.
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Northern California: Self-Guided Gold Rush Towns Driving Tour
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$14.99
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
- The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's not Included
- Smartphone (bring your own)
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drinks
- Transport (you need your own vehicle)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total activity duration is the time to drive from the starting point to the endpoint
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