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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.

Explore Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group, guided tour that’s designed to cover key park areas efficiently, all without the need to plan routes or drive yourself. Travel between viewpoints while stopping for short walks to experience the landscape up close (park admission own expense). This half-day tour offers a practical way for visitors to maximize their sightseeing, and see a range of highlights in just a limited timeframe.

Discover Palm Springs through the eyes of its famous residents and historical icons on this short tour through the bustling resort city. Instead of piling into a crowded tour bus with a mass of strangers, enjoy a personalized private tour with a guide who can answer your questions and tell you the stories you want to hear. Roam around some of the city’s historic districts, get photo ops at locations like Indian Canyon and the San Andreas faultline, and visit the property where the Rat Pack partied their way through the ‘60s.

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.

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

Experience Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group tour from Palm Springs Art Museum. Explore surreal desert landscapes, towering rock formations, and hidden backroads. Learn about the San Andreas Fault's forces shaping the land and hear stories of the indigenous Cahuilla people. This half-day tour includes general admission, removing the need for separate park entry arrangements.

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.

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.

Pack seeing three South Palm Spring neighborhoods into just one morning with this South Palm Springs Architecture, History, and Bike Tour. Although your bike rental isn't included, you can bring your own bike for ultimate comfort along the way or get a discount to rent a bike nearby. You'll explore Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons while your guide tells you the history of the area.

Say goodbye to the glitz of Palm Springs, and step back in time to simpler days, with an experience you won't find anywhere else. Leave behind modernity for a true eco-adventure, hopping on a mule-drawn covered wagon through the Sonoran Desert. With a naturalist leading your way, explore the vast landscapes of the Coachella Valley, returning to the ranch for music, yard games, barbecue, dancing, campfire marshmallows, and desert views under the stars.

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 the stunning landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park on a guided tour - on Electric All-Wheel Drive Motorbikes! Ride the UBCO 2x2 adventure motorbike, equipped with all-wheel drive. No motorcycle license is required, making this tour accessible to most adults as long as you have a regular driver's license, but you must also have prior 2-wheel riding experience. The small group setting ensures personalized attention from a professional guide, who will share extensive local knowledge and history. Tours are available Monday to Friday, with additional weekend options during peak summer months. - Ride a UBCO 2x2 electric motorbike through Joshua Tree National Park - Enjoy a guided small group experience with a local expert - Includes safety gear, snack, and water for your comfort - No motorcycle license needed; be 21 years old, but you must also have prior 2-wheel riding experience. - Participant should be min. 5,3 ft+ tall, to reach the ground when sitting on the saddle.

From Elvis Presley and Liberace to Marilyn Monroe, see the former homes of celebrities on this bike tour of Palm Springs. Explore several neighborhoods in Palm Springs as you pass by the homes of old Hollywood and more contemporary celebrities. Your guide knows the best and most scenic routes to make the most of your ride.

Drag & Fly Tours is a one-of-a-kind mobile theater experience created by Miss Anita Doll, blending Palm Springs’ history, culture, comedy, music, and dazzling drag artistry. Our luxury 13-seat touring coach features stadium seating and an expansive picture window for perfect views of iconic sites like Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palms Estate, Elvis’ Honeymoon Hideaway, and the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. With immersive storytelling, live narration, and vibrant video vignettes, this tour is equal parts glamorous, entertaining, and educational—a must-see for visitors and locals alike!

Step back in time with a guided walking tour of Pioneertown, a living, breathing 1880s-themed town built in the 1940s for Hollywood Westerns. Explore iconic Mane Street, visit the Pioneertown Film Museum, and have history come alive right before your eyes. This tour covers classic movie sets, rustic shops, and the famous Red Dog Saloon. This tour is ideal for movie buffs and history enthusiasts looking for a quick, immersive experience of the High Desert's wild west heritage. Tour Highlights (45 Minutes): -Mane Street Stroll: Walk the dusty main street featuring facades from classic films, including the bank and jail. -Historical Filming Locations: Learn about 1950s Westerns like The Cowboy and the Indians that were filmed on location. -Pioneertown Film Museum & Shops: Brief stop to see movie memorabilia and browse local crafts. -Red Dog Saloon & Pappy & Harriet’s: Glimpse the famous spots that define modern Pioneertown culture.

Experience the harsh beauty of a land like no other: Death Valley. Famed for its record-breaking temperatures, this valley also serves up some sizzling scenery, from sprawling salt flats to rainbow-colored badlands and soaring mountain ranges. This self-guided driving tour shows you the best spots in the park and fills you in on this area’s rich history. Follow in the footsteps of Gold Rush miners and hear their stories as you explore this bizarre, unforgettable valley. Recommended: purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! 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. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

A hot air balloon ride over Coachella Valley offers a unique chance to appreciate stunning landscapes from above. With experienced pilots guiding your journey, float gently through the sky while soaking in panoramic views of the desert and mountains. This adventure is perfect for those seeking a tranquil escape combined with a touch of exhilaration. Capture the moment with unforgettable memories as you glide through the serene atmosphere and witness the beauty of the valley unfold beneath you.

Explore Joshua Tree National Park on a private guided tour designed for flexibility and ease. Travel by SUV or van with hotel pickup included, allowing you to cover more of the park without driving or planning routes yourself. With time for short walks and optional hiking, this experience offers a balanced way to see key landscapes while adjusting pace and activity level to your group’s preferences.

Learn about California's geology and desert wilderness on a half-day Jeep/SUV tour to the San Andreas Fault. Drive through the Coachella Valley to the fault zone while hearing from your guide about native plant and animal life, local history, the Salton Sea, and earthquakes. Depending on your preference, you can take a nature walk in the desert or stay in the vehicle. Includes guide, transportation, and light refreshments.

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.

The San Andreas Fault is one of the world’s best-known fault lines—and this small-group tour will help you discover it up close. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, make your own way to the Indio departure point, and set off via open-air Jeep. You’ll discover the region’s dramatic scenery, will learn about desert habitats and the local Cahuilla people, will visit a desert oasis, and much more.

Expand your journey through Joshua Tree National Park with this self-guided walking tour of the Hidden Valley Nature Trail. This secluded valley is known for its stunning rock formations and plentiful desert flora… but it was also once a hideout for a gang of dangerous cattle rustlers! As you explore, you’ll learn about the geology of this place, its plant and animal life, the gang that once hid here, and so much more. This is Joshua Tree’s most popular trail for a reason! 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. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Opt for this Palm Springs windmill tour, and try something a little different from your typical celebrity homes or San Andreas Fault tours you’d usually do in Palm Springs. This self-driving windmill tour allows you to explore the evolution of wind turbines on a private wind farm from the comfort of your own vehicle. The tour allows you to exit at each stop and guides you with a curated app with audio.