Top Palm Springs Private Sightseeing Tours

Southern California’s Joshua Tree National Park can be a bit intimidating to take on all on your own; however, this self-driving tour lets you explore the park in your own vehicle while navigating the area with a GPS-powered app that leads the way. Just download the app on your smartphone, launch the app when you get to the park, and follow the recommended route and speed limit.

Discover Los Angeles in a single unforgettable day. Departing from Palm Springs, this full-day guided adventure takes you through the heart of LA — from the glitz of Beverly Hills to the iconic beaches of Santa Monica & Venice. You’ll explore the city’s most famous landmarks, neighborhoods, and cultural hotspots, gaining a real sense of LA’s size & energy. Stroll down the Hollywood Walk of Fame, shop along world-famous Rodeo Drive, grab a bite in Beverly Hills, and relax by the Pacific Ocean as you take in the classic Southern California vibe. Our flexible itinerary allows you to customize your stops — spend more time where you want, whether it’s people-watching on the Santa Monica Pier or snapping photos at the Hollywood Sign. We depart Palm Springs at 9:00 AM and return around 9:00 PM (depending on traffic), traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. If you’ve never been to Los Angeles, this tour is the perfect way to experience the city’s highlights in one incredible day.

This guide turns your time on Park Boulevard into a narrated road trip, mixing history, geology, and local stories with practical tips on where to stop, what to look for, and how to explore safely. As you drive, each story will unlock automatically using GPS, so you can keep your eyes on the desert scenery while the tour fills in the park’s hidden details and legends—no maps to shuffle, no scripts to read, just drive, listen, and enjoy the journey. Listen anytime, the tour never expires.

This private, full-day tour makes it easy to escape Los Angeles for the relaxing desert sun of Palm Springs. Your private driver will pick you up from your LA hotel and whisk you off to the Coachella Valley to explore Palm Springs’ diverse attractions, from the San Jacinto mountains to the city’s mid-century modern architecture.

Explore Joshua Tree National Park with a GPS-enabled self-guided audio tour that plays automatically as you drive. The app delivers stories, directions, and local insights based on your location, helping you navigate both major highlights and lesser-known stops without joining a group. Download in advance and use offline with no cell service required. With lifetime access and free updates, it’s a flexible option for current or future visits.

Explore Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs at your own pace with two self-guided driving audio tours in one package. GPS-triggered narration plays automatically as you follow the recommended routes, providing historical background and local insight without a group schedule. Download in advance and use offline for flexible touring. With lifetime access, this bundle is suitable for extended stays or return visits to the area.

Soar over Palm Springs on the Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of the desert. Ascending to 5,783 feet (1,790 meters), the tram transports you to the San Jacinto Mountains. View unspoiled wilderness, including mountain spires and Ponderosa pine trees, during your ascent. Disembark and explore the area around Mountain Station, which includes a cocktail lounge, restaurant and observation deck. Hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski on the trails in the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area around Mountain Station.

Soak up some sun with this GPS self-guided driving tour of Palm Springs, where movie stars and other big-time celebs have flocked for almost a hundred years to get away from it all. Cruise past famous celebrity homes and estates, including the former homes of stars like Liberace and Frank Sinatra. Hear fascinating stories about Hollywood legends, their glamorous lifestyles, and their time in Palm Springs. And so much more! Plus, this driving tour of Palm Springs will take you to the serene Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve, a desert gem rich in natural beauty. NOTE: Homes may be obscured or partially hidden by gates, shrubs, or private roads. Please do not violate anyone’s privacy during your tour. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Experience Southern California’s iconic sights with this self-guided driving and walking audio tour bundle! Visit the star-studded Hollywood Celebrity Homes, explore famous filming locations in Los Angeles, wander through the unique landscapes of Joshua Tree and Death Valley, and discover the architectural beauty of Palm Springs. From the glitzy Rodeo Drive to the serene La Jolla Cove, this bundle offers an unforgettable road trip through California’s diverse attractions. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email, then download the Action Tour Guide App, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Explore California's Best with Shaka Guide's California Audio Tour Bundle! Discover Lake Tahoe's clear waters, Joshua Tree's otherworldly landscapes, Yosemite's majestic beauty, Death Valley's unique geology, and many more! With our GPS audio tours, you're guided to hidden gems and iconic sights. Explore at your own pace and let the journey begin! Whether you're traversing the serene landscapes of Lake Tahoe, exploring the unique desert terrain of Joshua Tree, marveling at the stark beauty of Death Valley, or admiring the majestic peaks and waterfalls of Yosemite, Shaka Guide ensures a rich and informative journey. Book your California adventure today! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Embark on an epic journey through the US West with this self-guided driving and walking audio tour bundle! Explore the wonders of Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Zion, hike the Hidden Valley Trail in Joshua Tree, and marvel at the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone. Each stop offers a unique experience. With bonus highlights like Old Faithful and Delicate Arch, this bundle guides you through the best of America’s western parks. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email, then download the Action Tour Guide App, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle for the US Pacific Coastline, featuring 16 tours including 17-Mile Drive, Big Sur, Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Sequoia & Kings Canyon, Sonoma & Napa Valley, Olympic, Mount Rainier, Crater Lake, Oregon Coast, Redwood, and more. Discover coastal drives, redwood forests, volcanoes, alpine peaks, and national parks with GPS-triggered stories that play automatically offline as you explore by car and on foot. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Explore the surreal landscapes of Death Valley National Park at your own pace with this self-guided driving tour. This tour starts at Death Valley Junction. Navigate through the hottest, lowest, and driest place in North America, enriched by GPS-triggered narration that shares captivating tales of survival, history, and the unique characters that thrived here. Key attractions include Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, and the vibrant colors of Artist’s Palette. Stop where you want, enjoy the freedom of no schedules, and uncover the hidden stories that make this park unforgettable. - Drive through Death Valley’s stunning landscapes with a seamless route - Discover tales of the lost 49ers and the resilient Timbisha Shoshone - Includes major highlights like Furnace Creek, Zabriskie Point, and Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes - The tour duration is flexible, taking between 2.5 to 5 hours depending on your stops and exploration

For 2 hours, enjoy a private, guided stroll through the charming and historic "Twin Palms Estates" residential neighborhood in Palm Springs, California and its jewel-like array of 1950s mid-century modern home designs - many featuring original, iconic "butterfly-style" rooflines. You'll hear how this groundbreaking development was a first as well as insight about architect William Krisel's extraordinary vision. Plus, we'll see former residences of several famous personalities, including Debbie Reynolds and Ray Bradbury. Like the idea of a private stroll through a lushly landscaped neighborhood under towering palms while discovering an inspiring collection of noted Palm Springs home designs? This tour is for you. IMPORTANT: Restrooms are not available before or during the tour. Bring bottled water if desired. Tour is not of Frank Sinatra's former residence named "Twin Palms." Palm Springs license #OC-005497-2024 Member, P.S. Historical Society Member, P.S. Preservation Foundation

Your outdoor tour will be guided by a REAL Bohemian local who will take you around the most famous art installations in Joshua Tree, as well as private art studios in the area, and will end the tour with a spiritual experience of Labyrinth walk and Medicine wheel teaching. We also offer in sessions in our studio in Yucca valley including but not limited to Healing Sessions, ChakraTea Ceremony, Meditation teaching, Oracle card reading , which we can also bring to Airbnbs as an unique experience. This tour is the complete spiritual awakening for any tourists looking for more in life. Meet up point Boho Desert Studio for inside session or outdoor experience.

Take a break from the heat on a visit to Palm Springs’ Escape Rooms. Work as a team to find clues, solve puzzles, and use logic to complete your mission, playing at a time that suits you with regular game slots available throughout the day. Enjoy an immersive, private experience for you and your party, ideal for families, bachelor parties, or corporate groups.

Joshua Tree National Park is like a fortress. When you are outside of it and looking at it, all you see are mountains. Created by the collision of the Pacific and North American tectonic plates, these mountains have a terrific variety of human history, plant and animal communities, micro-climates, and geologic processes. We'll travel roads both paved and dirt, on and off trails, and over rocks to understand the deeper contexts of this National Park. Our guides have chosen this work to stay close to what they love, a vast landscape that exists whether rain comes or not. We are education-forward and adventure-conscious. We feel that sharing what we have learned about the Mojave and Colorado Deserts is our life's work. Come wander with us.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Hidden Valley Nature Trail and explore Joshua Tree National Park’s most popular hike. Walk the short, scenic 1-mile loop through a secluded desert basin surrounded by towering walls to see the eerie Chasm of Doom slot canyon and hardy nolina plants with spring blooms like popcorn. Along the way, hear tales of fearless climbers, conservation heroes, and legends like the mysterious Yucca Man play automatically as you walk. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a personal guide by your side on every step Purchase one tour per person, or listen together by sharing headphones or a speaker.

Death Valley is one of America’s most evocative national parks, with desolate desert landscapes, dramatic mountain ranges, and of course, the lowest point in North America. Let Shaka Guide lead the way! We take you to many of the park’s most fascinating and awe-inspiring places. Plus, we’ll discover some surprising references to popular culture. You don’t know what you don’t know about Death Valley! Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the Death Valley National Park Tour! • Take in views of Badwater Basin at Dante’s View • Walk along of field of sand dunes at Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes • Watch the sunrise, or set, at Zabriskie Point All Shaka Guide tours come with customer support and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Tours never expire. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access your purchased tours.*

Experience the magic of Palm Springs from the sky on a scenic hot air balloon adventure featuring stunning sunset views over the desert and surrounding mountains.

Create lasting memories with a tailored hot air balloon adventure in Palm Springs. Ideal for large groups and special occasions, this experience is designed to suit your needs, whether it’s a celebration, corporate event, or family gathering. Float high above the stunning desert landscapes and enjoy the unique perspective of the breathtaking scenery below. The team will work closely with you to ensure every detail of your flight meets your expectations for an unforgettable experience.

Joshua Tree and the Mojave Desert are magical spots best experienced when you don't have to race to get back to the car before dark. The natural desert rhythms and clear light provide a much needed relief from the daily grind. This intimate experience can work by having a basecamp or starting in one location and camping at night in another. From there we can explore whatever rock, canyon, or peak that piques our interest.

Explore the uncanny landscape of Joshua Tree National Park with a tour from Palm Desert, near Palm Springs. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle as you navigate soaring granite formations and groves of the park’s famously spiky trees, and capture unforgettable images of terrain. Trace a gentle trail into the rocks at Hidden Valley and Keys View, watch for the park’s reclusive wildlife, and experience the unique beauty of one America’s most remarkable national parks.