​North American Dipterists Society
Buzzing through Beautiful Northern Nevada with
Patty's Tours!

You're invited to choose from any of Patty's Tours specially designed for the North American Dipterists Society! Review the tours and make your selection and payment prior to arrival.

​Lake Tahoe Day Tour
Tue Jul 18th 9:00am - 5:00pm
​$169 per passenger

Tour Details

We depart from the Silver Legacy Hotel Valet at 9:00am and travel through historic Truckee on our way to scenic Lake Tahoe. Our expert local guide will take us on a journey specially designed just for your group. learn all about the history, facts and legions of the largest Alpine Lake in North America, and the second deepest. We will make a stop in Tahoe City, visit the infamous Fanny Bridge and Gatekeepers cabin, located on the banks of the Truckee River and Lake Tahoe. Next we travel along the eastside of the lake with plenty and photo stops to capture the amazing scenery. Arrive in South Lake Tahoe Heavenly Village filled with shops, galleries, and amazing restaurants. Following lunch return to Reno via historic Carson City, Nevada’s State Capitol where you will have the opportunity to view the historic homes located here. Arrive in Reno approximately 5:00pm
Tour Includes:
Deluxe Motor coach transportation, step on guide, Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Village and Carson City
$169 per passenger
Departs From Reno at 9 AM
Returns at 5 PM
Departs from the Silver Legacy Hotel Valet
Full payment due upon booking.

No refunds unless you sell your seat.

Tour subject to change.

​Virginia City ​Best of the West 
Thu Jul 20th 10:00am - 5:00pm
​$139 per passenger

Tour Details

We depart from the Silver Legacy Valet with your local step on guide at 10:00am travel to Virginia City, once a rip-roaring Mining Town in the 1880’s. Step back in time as you explore this authentic Gold Mining Town. Your first stop will be at the V&T Railroad train depot, for your exciting ride on the historic train route for a 35-minute train excursion to Gold Hill. Hear all about the history and legions of the Comstock from the comfort of your seat. Next, we arrive in the heart of Virginia City where you will have time to enjoy lunch on your own and visit the historic area of Virginia City. Stroll the wooden sidewalks, visit the Bucket of Blood Saloon, visit the museum, shops and boutiques. Return to Reno by 5:00pm
Tour Includes:
Deluxe Motor coach transportation, Step on guide, Historic Train Ride
$139 per passenger
Departs From Reno at 10 AM

Returns at 5 PM
Departs from Silver Legacy Hotel Valet
Full payment due upon booking.

No refunds unless you sell your seat.

Tour subject to change.

Lake Tahoe Day Tour
Sat Jul 22nd 9:00am - 5:00pm
$169 per passenger

Tour Details

We depart from our hotel at 9:00am and travel through historic Truckee on our way to scenic Lake Tahoe. Our expert local guide will take us on a journey specially designed just for your group. learn all about the history, facts and legions of the largest Alpine Lake in North America, and the second deepest. We will make a stop in Tahoe City, visit the infamous Fanny Bridge and Gatekeepers cabin, located on the banks of the Truckee River and Lake Tahoe. Next we travel along the eastside of the lake with plenty and photo stops to capture the amazing scenery. Arrive in South Lake Tahoe Heavenly Village filled with shops, galleries, and amazing restaurants. Following lunch return to Reno via historic Carson City, Nevada’s State Capitol where you will have the opportunity to view the historic homes located here. Arrive in Reno approximately 5:00pm
Tour Includes:
Deluxe Motor coach transportation, step on guide, Lake Tahoe, Heavenly Village and Carson City
$169 per passenger
Departs From Reno at 9 AM

Returns at 5 PM
Departs from Silver Legacy Hotel Valet
Full payment due upon booking.

No refunds unless you sell your seat.

Tour subject to change.

California Lodi Wine Tour
Sat Jul 22nd 8:00am - 6:00pm 
$289 per passenger 

Tour Details

Dreaming of a California wine tour getaway? Time to kick back, relax and let someone else do the driving. Take a tour of Lodi's wineries and vineyards. We depart Reno at 8:00am and travel to the central valley, upon arrival in Lodi, enjoy the historic downtown area with plenty of shops and restaurants to enjoy lunch on your own, Next we visit the Lodi Wine Visitor Center where we will taste several wines from the region and learn the history of wine making in the area. Our next visit will be at Oak Farm Vineyards a family owned and operated estate winery with over 70 acres of vineyard and featuring Chardonnay, Cabernet and Merlots. Our next stop will be at the Oak Ridge Winery for more wine tasting before we depart for home.
Tour Includes:
Deluxe Motor coach transportation, Lodi wine tour and tasting

$289 per passenger
Departs From Reno at 8 AM
Returns at 6 PM
Departs from Silver Legacy Hotel Valet
Full payment due upon booking.

No refunds unless you sell your seat.

Tour subject to change.

Choose the tours you would like to participate in
​on your visit to Reno, Nevada!

We look forward to touring with you!