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

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Overview

Experience California’s historic Gold Country on a driving tour from Auburn to Placerville with this affordable audio tour. • Find out the history of the California Gold Rush as you visit the gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville and Coloma, where gold was first discovered in January 1848 • Hear from producer Lynn Momboisse, a California native with a penchant for telling stories • Do it all in 120 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Starts at 1650 Lincoln Way, Auburn California. Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.

End Point

End point

The tour ends in Placerville.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Auburn
This self-guided driving tour passes through the gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville and Coloma.
2. Gold Rush Museum
On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Gold Rush Museum, a stamp mill, and a blacksmith shop.
3. Black Hole of Calcutta Falls Trailhead
The tour passes by the Black Hole of Calcutta Falls Trailhead.
4. Hart 2 Hart Vineyards & Winery
The tour passes by Hart 2 Hart Vineyards.
5. Magnolia Ranch Trailhead
Hike along the Gerle Loop trail at Magnolia Ranch Trailhead where you’ll catch glimpses of the American River.
6. American River
Your drive from Auburn to Placerville takes you along the spectacular American River.
7. Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
See where gold was first discovered by James Marshall at John Sutter’s Mill while visiting Marshall Gold Discovery State Park
8. Sutter's Mill Replica
See the Sutter's Mill Replica.
9. James Marshall Monument
See the James Marshall Monument and learn more about the man who first reported gold in the area.
10. Gold Bug Mine
Explore Gold Bug Mine, an actual hard-rock mine from the late 1880’s.
11. Placerville
This self-guided driving tour passes through the gold rush towns of Auburn, Placerville and Coloma.

Inclusion

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS

Lifetime access to this tour in English

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusion

Food/Drink

Smartphone and headphones

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Transportation

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Reviews

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Based on 25 reviews

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