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Tahoe Tastings

2435 Venice Dr E · South Lake Tahoe, CA

Why you should go…

Tahoe Tastings operates wine tasting cruises aboard the Golden Rose, a vintage 1953 Chris Craft Venetian water taxi, departing from Tahoe Keys Marina in South Lake Tahoe, California. The two-hour cruise guides guests through a tasting of eight wines from boutique producers in Napa Valley, Sonoma, Paso Robles and other regions while cruising the southwest shore into Emerald Bay past Vikingsholm and Fannette Island. The company also offers private boat charters and operates May through October, up to four cruises daily.

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  • #boat tour
  • #lake tahoe
  • #sunset cruise

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General tours guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Confirm the meeting point

    It is often a corner, a lobby, or a dock rather than the address you searched for. Check it the night before.

  • Small groups fill first

    In high season the intimate departures sell out well before the big-bus options do.

  • Ask how much is on foot

    Knowing how much of the route is walking, standing, or outdoors tells you what to wear and carry.

  • Read the weather policy

    Cancellation windows and rain rules vary by operator, and they are easier to find before you pay than after.

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