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Palm Springs and Joshua Tree Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours

4.4
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19 reviews
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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 3 hours - 5 hours

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.

What's included

  • Text transcripts of audio narration & Self-paced format (start/pause/resume anytime)
  • Pre-recorded audio commentary (downloadable or streamable)
  • This is a GPS-powered, self-guided audio tour that works through an app
  • Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
  • Suggested walking/driving itinerary with stop-by-stop directions
  • This tour is NOT an entrance ticket to the park
  • Offline GPS-enabled route map
  • NO in-person guide or physical equipment (bring your own device & headphones)

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Entrance fees, in-person guide, headphones, transport, parking, food,Wi-Fi or cellular data, rentals

    Audio guide available in multiple languages

    English

    Additional information

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.

    How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.

    Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.

    Location

    Departure point

    3180 E Vista Chino, E Vista Chino 3180, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
    Start on Route 111 near 3180 E Vista Chino, Palm Springs, just past the N Gene Autry Trail junction. Head east on Route 111 and follow it into downtown. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio auto-starts—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.

    Departure point

    Joshua Tree Visitor Center, Park Blvd 6554, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252
    Begin from Joshua Tree Visitor Center, 6554 Park Blvd, Joshua Tree, CA. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for audio tour. Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

    Departure point

    Cottonwood Visitor Center, Pinto Basin Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
    You can also begin the tour from Cottonwood Visitor Center, Pinto Basin Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277, USA.

    Departure point

    6554 Park Blvd, Park Blvd 6554, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252
    Begin from 6554 Park Blvd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USA. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for audio tour. Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

    Departure point

    Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center, Freedom Wy 6533, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277
    You can also begin the tour from Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center, 6533 Freedom Wy, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277, USA.

    End point

    3180 E Vista Chino, E Vista Chino 3180, Palm Springs, CA, 92262

    End point

    Joshua Tree Visitor Center, Park Blvd 6554, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252

    End point

    Cottonwood Visitor Center, Pinto Basin Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277

    End point

    6554 Park Blvd, Park Blvd 6554, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252

    End point

    Joshua Tree National Park Visitor Center, Freedom Wy 6533, Twentynine Palms, CA, 92277

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