With this ticket, you'll gain admission to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. The ticket will also allow you to ride from the desert to the San Jacinto Mountains. As you traverse the region, you'll move from a dry climate to a cool one.
Traveling on board the aerial tramway, you'll also ascend into the pristine wilderness. Additionally, you'll spend time inside one of the largest rotating tramcars in the world for a chance to see parts of Southern California from the air.
On this self-guided driving tour, you’ll have a chance to learn the history and explore the legendary beauty of Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll navigate a stunning desert filled with Joshua trees and great hikes as you investigate landmarks like Queen Valley and the Lost Horse Mine. You'll also learn about the history of the park, from the days of the California Gold Rush to the fearsome McHaney gang. To top it off, this package also includes a bonus self-guided tour through the Hidden Valley Nature Trail.
Soak up some sun with this 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. Visit architectural marvels left behind by these eccentric stars, like the opulent Liberace House. Stop outside the gates of Frank Sinatra’s old estate and hear some wild tales about Ol’ Blue Eyes’ 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.
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• World-Class Performers: Experience a rotating cast of top drag talent, each delivering couture, comedy, and charisma in a polished, Vegas-level production.
• Fine Dining Meets Fantasy: Enjoy a chef-crafted brunch menu and handcrafted cocktails served tableside in a luxe ballroom setting.
• Desert-Chic Ambiance: Nestled inside the Hyatt Palm Springs, the venue pairs mid-century modern style with golden-hour glamour.
• Luxury Touches: From pre-show champagne in the lounge to our signature Luxe Fan delivered by a queen herself, every detail is designed to dazzle.
• The Ultimate Celebration: Perfect for birthdays, bachelorettes, or weekend indulgence — where laughter, style, and sophistication meet under the desert sun.
Embark on an enchanting journey through Joshua Tree & Palm Springs with this pair of self-guided driving tours. Cruise through the open desert in Joshua Tree National Park, where you’ll discover imposing boulder formations, mystical Joshua trees, a history full of miners and bandits, and so much more! And head to Palm Springs to experience the world of yesteryear’s movie stars. Check out houses that once belonged to Elvis, Liberace, Frank Sinatra, and more as you hear about the wild and wonderful history of this glittering city.
Important Note: Palm Springs has many historic celebrity homes, but most are hidden behind walls or fences.
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, as many times as you want.
We are a true Eco Tour company in the state of California using wagons and mules to tour an ancient wilderness. You will have to go to Colorado or Montana in the summer to do something like this. A truly unique western experience. Where can you take a wagon tour pulled by mules into the desert wilderness in the world? No where but here!
We are an authentic and unique desert tour that showcases the natural flora and fauna of the Palm Springs Desert ecosystem. Our live entertainment is professional and very enjoyable. We offer optional dancing lessons, games and great food. The most total inclusive and immersive desert experience in the Coachella Valley. Adventurous, educational, beautiful, unique, fun, delicious, happy, Hallmark Movie is what we have been described on our reviews! The good old days are still here at Covered Wagons!
Explore the essence of Hollywood's golden era with a guided golf cart tour through the iconic neighborhoods of Palm Springs. This engaging journey unveils the stunning architecture and celebrity homes of legends like Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley, all narrated by passionate local guides who share captivating stories and insider secrets. Feel the allure of Palm Springs as you glide through the picturesque streets, perfect for groups and families looking for a unique sightseeing experience.
- Guided 6-seater electric golf cart tours showcasing celebrity homes
- Expert local storytellers sharing Hollywood history and anecdotes
- Comfortable, open-air rides ideal for capturing memorable photos
- Great for history buffs and fans of classic Hollywood films
Head out on this a small group tour into Joshua Tree National Park conducted on an exciting air-conditioned H2 Hummer or touring Van. Gawk at the amazing contortions of rock that create an amazing landscape of vibrant colors against the bluest sky in California!
Your expert guide will illuminate your understanding about how this landscape was created and share the stories of the Indians and settlers who lived here.
See the most iconic and most photographed places in the park as well as stop at a viewpoint where you can see all the way to Mexico!
This tour will visit the most iconic locations in the park including it's legendary giant boulders, learn about the forces of the San Andreas Fault that jolt the landscape beneath Joshua Tree itself.
SCHEDULE
Morning Tours:
Palm Desert Mortons
Daily. 8 am to 1:30 pm
Palm Springs Art Museum
Daily 8:30 am to 1:30 pm
Yucca Valley Welcome Center
Daily 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Note: Park Entrance of $15 pp is NOT included in the price.
Take a thrilling ride through Joshua Tree National Park in a comfortable open-air Hummer. Please note: this tour is unavailable December–February due to frigid high-elevation temps. During these months take our Joshua Tree Scenic Tour in our heated van. It’s often 20–30°F cooler in the park—dress in layers!
Depart from the Palm Springs Art Museum at 8:30 am (with a scenic, air-conditioned shuttle ride) or save with our Yucca Valley Welcome Center departure where the open-air portion begins. The full tour lasts about 5 hours when taking our shuttle.
Explore stunning desert landscapes with a National Park–approved guide and discover the area’s unique ecology and history. With over 100,000 happy guests, this is the ultimate Joshua Tree adventure.
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!
Our guides are experienced and knowledgeable and will take you on a journey through our sky. Learn to find north and the location of our seasonal triangles, constellations and planets. Using high-powered laser pointers, we will provide you an entertaining and scholastic experience, with stories about ancient civilizations, Greek mythology, and the evolution of the Cosmos.
Our telescopes are operated with a keypad and are as easy to use as sending a text. Telescopes are pre-programmed with our object list for the night. Pressing one button on the keypad moves the telescope to the next object.
We regularly view the following types and classes of objects: Galaxies, Nebulae, Star Clusters, Double and Binary Stars, Planets, Earth’s Moon, Globular Clusters, Comets, and more. Depending on timing, the International Space Station (ISS) and Starlink trains can be seen passing overhead.
• Designated Historic Districts: We will point out many of the different, historic neighborhoods surrounding the Palm Springs area.
• Palm Springs Walk Of Stars: We will point out the many inlaid sidewalk stars honoring the international and local celebrities who have made their mark in Palm Springs.
• Talked About Landmarks: The Art and Air Museums, the Plaza Theater, the Indian and Tahquitz Canyons, the Aerial Tramway, historic inns, wind farms, the San Andreas Fault Line.
• The Rat Pack Hideaway: Tour the private property of The Rat Pack Hideaway, where Frank, Dino, and Sammy partied and played.*†
• Hollywood Movie Location: This private property where the movie Behind The Candelabra, starring Michael Douglas and Matt Damon.*†
*†Not responsible for any mentioned properties closed due to events, any season, foreclosures or any acts of God.
The “unsinkable” Titanic is going down. Fortunately, you overheard the captain speak of a hidden life boat. This may be construed as mutiny but you decide to gather your crew and work your way through Captain Smith’s cabin anyway. Discover what secrets Captain Smith has been keeping from the passengers and crew.
Only Red Jeep Tours can take you to Metate Ranch, located in the heart of the San Andreas Fault Zone.
On this awe-inspiring OPEN-AIR Jeep Tour, you will travel deep into the heart of California’s world-famous San Andreas Fault and witness the forces of nature that have created amazing, steep-walled canyons and the most twisted and tormented landscapes on Earth!
You will be awestruck by the spectacular scenery as your Jeep winds its way through the bones of the earth. During your adventure, you will stop several times for short nature walks, including a short hike through a slot canyon, if desired.
This tour also stops at a natural palm oasis, where water bubbles up from the ground year-round. Here you will learn about how the Cahuilla Indians used desert plants to survive in this inhospitable environment.
A final highlight is a guided tour of our recreated Cahuilla Indian Village that showcases the lifestyle and culture of the Cahuilla people.
