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A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Auburn to Placerville

4.2 (8)
Auburn, US
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A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Auburn to Placerville

4.2 (8)
Auburn, US
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Embark on an unforgettable journey through California's historic Gold Country with A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Auburn to Placerville. This affordable and flexible tour allows you to explore at your own pace, giving you complete control over when you start and finish. Discover the fascinating history of the California Gold Rush as you visit gold rush towns including Auburn, Placerville, and Coloma, where gold was first discovered in 1848. With the VoiceMap app, you'll enjoy automatic GPS playback and turn-by-turn directions, ensuring a seamless and immersive experience. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Gold Rush Museum, explore the Gerle Loop trail at Magnolia Ranch Trailhead, and marvel at the scenic beauty of the American River. Don't miss out on this captivating tour of California's Gold Country. Book now and let the adventure begin!

About this experience

  • Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
  • 2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • & Audio GuidedSelf Guided Experience
  • Explore California's historic Gold Country
  • Visit gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville, and Coloma
  • Learn about the California Gold Rush
  • Visit the Gold Rush Museum and other historical sites
  • Experience the scenic beauty of the American River
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Transportation

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Introduction

Experience an unforgettable journey through California's historic Gold Country with the self-guided audio tour, "A Highway 49 Drive: A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Auburn to Placerville." This tour allows you to explore the fascinating gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville, and Coloma, where the California Gold Rush began in 1848.

What to expect?

Immerse yourself in the rich history and captivating stories of the Gold Country as you travel along this scenic driving tour. With a total duration of 120 to 150 minutes, you'll embark on a journey filled with intriguing sights, educational experiences, and breathtaking natural beauty.

Who is this for?

This self-guided audio tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, adventurous travelers, and anyone seeking to delve into the vibrant legacy of the Gold Country. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, this tour offers an engaging and flexible way to explore the area at your own pace.

Why book this?

By booking this self-guided audio tour, you'll gain access to a wealth of captivating stories narrated by Lynn Momboisse, a California native with a gift for storytelling. You'll discover hidden gems and iconic landmarks as you visit the Gold Rush Museum, a stamp mill, a blacksmith shop, and more. With complete control over when you start and finish, you can fully immerse yourself in the history and beauty of this remarkable region.

Good to know

Before you embark on this unforgettable journey, make sure to download the VoiceMap app and enter the unique code provided on your confirmation ticket. The app will guide you with automatic GPS playback and turn-by-turn directions, even offline. Start at the designated meeting point in Auburn, and pause or restart the tour whenever you desire. You'll have unlimited use of the tour before and after your booking date.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced this self-guided audio tour rave about the fascinating stories and historical insights provided by Lynn Momboisse. They describe the tour as both educational and entertaining, as it unveils the hidden treasures and significant landmarks of the Gold Country. Many reviewers appreciate the flexibility of the tour, allowing them to explore at their own pace and prioritize the destinations that interest them most. Overall, travelers express satisfaction with their experience, noting that it provided a unique perspective on the captivating history of the California Gold Rush.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Your Itinerary

Auburn

(Pass by)

This self-guided driving tour passes through the gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville and Coloma.

Gold Rush Museum

(Pass by)

On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Gold Rush Museum, a stamp mill, and a blacksmith shop.

Black Hole of Calcutta Falls Trailhead

(Pass by)

The tour passes by the Black Hole of Calcutta Falls Trailhead.

Hart 2 Hart Vineyards & Winery

(Pass by)

The tour passes by Hart 2 Hart Vineyards.

Magnolia Ranch Trailhead

(Pass by)

Hike along the Gerle Loop trail at Magnolia Ranch Trailhead where you’ll catch glimpses of the American River.

American River

(Pass by)

Your drive from Auburn to Placerville takes you along the spectacular American River.

Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park

(Pass by)

See where gold was first discovered by James Marshall at John Sutter’s Mill while visiting Marshall Gold Discovery State Park

Sutter's Mill Replica

(Pass by)

See the Sutter's Mill Replica.

James Marshall Monument

(Pass by)

See the James Marshall Monument and learn more about the man who first reported gold in the area.

Gold Bug Mine

(Pass by)

Explore Gold Bug Mine, an actual hard-rock mine from the late 1880’s.

Placerville

(Pass by)

This self-guided driving tour passes through the gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville and Coloma.

Reviews

(8)

4.2 (8)

DeniseDA

This was my first VoiceMap “tour,” and I thought it really enhanced my drive from Auburn to Placerville but giving me clear directions and lots of interesting information. The app was pretty easy to use and this “tour guide” was knowledgable and well-spoken. I will definitely be trying more of their recordings.

Catlady M

Delightful way to spend a couple hours learning about scenic area near my home. My friend was visiting from the East Coast and loves the Gold Rush areas.

mcxix74RN

Finding a clean restroom once you started the tour along Hwy 49 was bit of a challenge. Best to take care of that before starting the tour in Auburn.

C_H

We would definitely recommend this tour. One suggestion for others is to start the tour early to allow enough time to enjoy the recommended spots before they close. There is lots of turns going for anyone who gets car sick. Beautiful scenery, nature walks and river is stunning so clear.

shershow

We enjoyed the tour. The comments are interesting and informative and the app works very well so that you can just drive and listen.

Pam_G

My father and I really liked this trip. The road was winding so be prepared. We took our time and had fun. We were disappointed that ALL the stops were closed (Except the hikes, of course.). One mine museum was only open summer (we went in March) and the winery (which was a big draw for us) is closed mon-tues-wed. So PLEASE check before going. Even a drive-In park was closed. We ended up eating in Placerville, which was great, and learned a lot about the gold rush. When you book, it seems you have to pick a date but you don’t. You download and go whenever you want. The tech is really neat telling us where to turn and what to look for. There is live GPS map as well. We each used on AirPod for clear hearing for my elderly father. Worked great.

523spencerm

I was trying to load the tour and had many problems downloading the app and the tour. Even after I finally got the app to download by putting in the confirmation code, and I could see that the program had downloaded, before I could actually play the tour, a screen came up stating that I had to purchase the tour -- which I had already done. I clicked on the purchase, and got a message that it was downloading the tour -- which it had already done. but this time the message stated that there was a problem with the download. I had to call the NY office 3 times to get a fix -- but the final result was that even after everything had downloaded, I could not get any audio. Wasted an hour trying to get the tour to work, and it never did. But the person that I spoke with was very helpful, and promptly refunded the price of the tour.

jameswconrad65

The first of a series of 4 driving tours of Northern California's gold country which my wife and I took over a recent weekend getaway. We were looking to explore some new and interesting areas and found these little gems. This first tour kicked off in the bustling little community of Auburn. We have driven by it hundreds of times on the way to Lake Tahoe but hadn't really thought to stop. Really glad we did. A cute little old town with some great restaurants was the perfect start to our two day adventure. This tour had us exploring some really interesting museums and beautiful back roads along California's Highway 49 (names after the famed prospecting 49ers). The highlight for us was the Marshall Gold Discovery Historic Park where they have recreated the original Sutter's Mill where gold was first discovered. Several great nature hikes along the way and even a cute little winery where we got to taste some really interesting local wines. And near the end the Gold Bug Mine is a must see.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-01 18:11
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