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Joshua Tree: Stargazing Tour with Astronomer & TelescopesYou’ll settle into soft loungers beneath Joshua Tree’s famously dark skies for a hands-on stargazing tour led by a real astronomer. Learn constellation stories, try keypad telescopes yourself, sip hot drinks, and feel that quiet thrill when Saturn or a nebula comes into focus. It’s warm-hearted, low-key, and leaves you looking up long after you leave.
Palm Springs Ebike Tour: Celebrity Homes of Elvis & MoreA 3-hour guided tour of Palm Springs' most prominent neighborhoods on e-bikes or by vehicle, stopping to photograph and learn about the homes of Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, Clark Gable, Liberace, Marilyn Monroe and other mid-century celebrities. E-bikes and helmets are provided if you choose to ride; water and snacks come with either option. Minimum age is 12.Is it for me?The e-bikes are motorized, so the ride is manageable even if you're not a regular cyclist—but if you'd rather not pedal at all or the heat is a concern, request the driving version when you book and you'll cover the same neighborhoods and homes from a vehicle instead.
Golf Cart Tour Palm Springs: Celebrity Homes & DowntownA 6-passenger golf cart tour of Palm Springs led by a local guide, covering downtown, the 1950s hotel district, and Old Las Palmas celebrity homes over three hours. The tour includes appetizers and drinks at three stops—a restaurant, a brewery, and a dive bar—plus a free gift; minimum age is 21. You ride the whole route instead of walking it, and the guide handles the route and the timing.Is it for me?Ride through celebrity homes and downtown Palm Springs on an electric cart with a local guide steering the route and refreshment stops built in—no driving or walking between sights.
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour: Geology and Cahuilla CultureThis three-hour open-air Jeep tour from Palm Springs takes you into the San Andreas Fault Zone at Metate Ranch, where a naturalist guide describes the geology while you walk between steep canyon walls, explore a natural palm oasis, and tour a recreated Cahuilla Indian Village. The tour includes bottled water and granola snacks, and operates on dirt trails and washes—the ride is bumpy but suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?The ride on dirt trails and washes is bumpy and the pace includes several stops for walking, so this tour works best for travelers comfortable with rough terrain and short hikes rather than smooth pavement and continuous riding. The three-hour window and multiple stops mean you can fit this into a Palm Springs day without committing to a full afternoon.
Half-Day Guided Hike Joshua Tree National Park: Customized RouteA half-day guided hike in Joshua Tree National Park where the guide customizes the route, pace and mileage to your group's fitness level and interests before you arrive. The guide, a 22-year resident who logs over 500 miles annually in the park, discusses the flora, fauna, geology and cultural history as you walk. Water and a daypack are provided; the hike runs 4.5 hours and can be leisurely or strenuous depending on what your group chooses.Is it for me?The hike runs 4.5 hours with a pace and mileage the guide adjusts to your group's fitness level in real time, so you can choose whether you want a leisurely walk or something more strenuous—either way, the route is built around what you actually want to see and do, not a fixed itinerary.
Houston: Private Traitor Among Us Escape Room GameYou’ll step into a private Houston escape room with your own group—no strangers—and race against time to save your spaceship while hunting for a hidden traitor among you. Expect laughter, suspicion, and plenty of twists as you vote out suspects and try not to get “floated.” It’s tense fun that’ll stick with you after you leave.
Sunrise Meditation Hike Palm Springs: 1-Mile Mountain TrailA sunrise meditation hike in Palm Springs takes you about a mile up the South Lykken trail on San Jacinto Mountains to a resting spot with views of the Coachella Valley and Indian Canyons. You'll hike through Oswitz Canyon, then sit for a guided grounding meditation led by a certified guide who helps you set an intention for the day. The hike gains 750 feet over one mile with a trail grade of 25% to 35% in some sections—moderate difficulty, though moderately challenging at points for those not regularly active. Water is provided; you can book a group hike, a private hike for your party only, or a custom option that includes a spirit animal oracle card reading.Is it for me?Choose the private hike if you want the meditation and the mountain without other groups around; pick the group option if you're comfortable sharing the experience and want to meet other people starting their day the same way. The custom hike adds an oracle card reading after the meditation for those who want that layer of reflection built in.
Palm Springs: Drag Queen Mobile Theater & Celebrity Homes TourYou’ll ride through Palm Springs in a plush mobile theater with a drag queen host who mixes history with comedy. Expect up-close views of celebrity homes, quirky art stops, video storytelling, and plenty of laughs—all with air conditioning and wheelchair access.
Joshua Tree Private Tour: Granite & Joshua TreesA private guided tour of Joshua Tree National Park departing from Palm Springs with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transportation, and an English-speaking guide. The tour includes five main stops—Quail Springs, Banana Cracks, Hidden Valley Nature Trail, Keys View, and Cap Rock—with optional hiking ranging from easy to moderate difficulty and time to stop for photos anywhere along the drive. The itinerary takes four to five hours and is built around your group's pace and interests.Is it for me?Book this if you want a driver handling navigation while you control the pace—stop as long as you like at each viewpoint, choose whether to do the optional mile hike or stick to short walks, and decide where to pause for photos.
LAX Airport Transfer to Los Angeles: Skip the Taxi LineYou get picked up at LAX arrivals by a named driver or collected from your hotel at your chosen time, travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with luggage help, and enjoy 60 minutes of free waiting time if your flight is delayed. The price is fixed before you book, and the driver confirms your meeting point in advance via WhatsApp.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi line and arrive without arranging transport or negotiating a fare—the fixed price and pre-confirmed driver mean you walk out of arrivals knowing exactly where to go and what you'll pay.
Death Valley: Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour & Salt FlatsYou download the app, load the tour offline, and drive 80 miles through Death Valley at your own pace while 55+ audio stories play automatically. You'll see Zabriskie Point, Artist's Palette, Badwater Basin, and Devils Golf Course, with the flexibility to stop for hikes, photos, or rest whenever you want. One purchase covers your whole car, and lifetime access means you can use it again on any future trip.Is it for me?Right for anyone arriving in Palm Springs who wants to see Death Valley's main highlights without booking a group tour or navigating the park alone. The self-guided format lets you move at your own pace and stop whenever you want, which is what makes a full day possible without feeling rushed.
Joshua Tree self-guided audio tour: Explore at your own paceA self-guided audio tour of Joshua Tree National Park that downloads to your phone and plays commentary automatically based on your GPS location as you drive. The tour covers all major highlights—Arch Rock, Keys View at 5,185 feet overlooking the Coachella Valley, Cholla Cactus Garden, Skull Rock, Barker Dam, and lesser-known stops—with suggested itineraries for half-day, full-day, or multi-day visits. You control the pace entirely, start and stop whenever you want, and the tour works offline once downloaded; one purchase covers everyone in your vehicle and never expires.Is it for me?You'll need your own vehicle and phone to use this tour, and you start whenever you arrive at the park—there's no fixed departure time or meeting point. If you're renting a car locally or have your own transportation, this works seamlessly; if you're relying on a shuttle or arriving without a vehicle, you'll need to arrange that separately. The flexibility to pause, resume, and explore at your own pace suits travelers who want to linger at certain stops or combine the tour with their own hiking and photography without a guide's schedule dictating the day.
Electric Motorbike Tour Joshua Tree National Park: UBCO 2x2 RideA guided small-group electric motorbike tour through Joshua Tree National Park on a UBCO 2x2 all-wheel-drive bike, lasting about two and a half hours. No motorcycle license is required—only a regular driver's license and prior 2-wheel riding experience. The tour covers both paved and unpaved roads, with stops at landscape features, local history sites, and a short hike to the Queen mine area. Includes helmet, gloves, jacket, water and a snack; available 7 days a week. Minimum age 21; minimum height 5'3".Is it for me?Book this if you want to ride an electric all-wheel drive motorbike through remote Joshua Tree terrain—you'll need prior 2-wheel riding experience and a regular driver's license, but no motorcycle endorsement.
Death Valley Self-Guided Audio Tour: Badwater & Zabriskie PointYou download the app, load the tour offline, and explore Death Valley on your own schedule with GPS-triggered audio narration. The tour covers Badwater Basin, Zabriskie Point, sand dunes, colored mineral cliffs, and historic mining sites across multiple optional stops. You choose which hikes to do, which detours to take, and when to stop for photos or rest. The map and directions work completely offline once downloaded, and the tour never expires.Is it for me?Right for travelers with their own vehicle who want to explore Death Valley without joining a group or hiring a guide—the self-guided format means you control when you start, where you stop, and how long you linger, which is what makes it possible to catch sunrise at one viewpoint and sunset at another without being locked into a fixed itinerary.
Joshua Tree Architecture & Art Tour from Palm Springs: 4 hoursA private, guided four-hour tour departing from Joshua Tree town takes you through the high desert region to see iconic homes—the Doolittle House, Bonita domes, Futuro house—and art installations including Noah Purifoy Art Museum, Transmission, and Desert Christ Park. The guide provides context on the area's history and how Joshua Tree became a destination for architects and artists. Children from age 5 are welcome; live guide speaks English.Is it for me?The tour runs three to four hours with walking at each stop, so come ready to spend the afternoon on your feet and in the vehicle—this is how you see the full range of Joshua Tree's architecture and art in one outing, rather than trying to piece it together on your own.
Joshua Tree National Park private driving and hiking tourA private driving and hiking tour of Joshua Tree National Park with a live English-speaking guide and hotel pickup, spending 5 to 7 hours inside the park on paved roads, dirt roads and trails to understand the geology, plant life and human history shaped by two colliding deserts. The guide chooses the stops and the pace; you choose whether to hike each one or stay with the vehicle.Is it for me?If you're staying in the area without a car, pickup from your hotel means you don't have to arrange transport to the park entrance—the guide handles the drive and the route, so you arrive ready to learn instead of tired from navigating.
Joshua Tree National Park tour: History and rock formationsA guided tour of Joshua Tree National Park with a local expert covers Indigenous history, desert plants, rock formations and Wild West heritage in a climate-controlled van over three hours. The guide tailors stops to your interests and park conditions. Park entry ($15 per person) is paid separately at the booth; annual pass holders are exempt and can re-enter for seven days.Is it for me?Three hours leaves your morning or afternoon free, so book this if you're visiting Joshua Tree for the first time and want the park's history and geology explained without renting a car or navigating on your own. The small group size and tailored route mean you spend your time on what interests you most instead of following a fixed itinerary.
Palm Springs Mid-Century Architecture Tour: Electric Golf CartA two-hour guided driving tour of Palm Springs mid-century modern architecture in a six-seat electric golf cart, led by a live English-speaking guide who traces the work of pioneering architects including Richard Neutra, Albert Frey, William Krisel, Stewart Williams, William Cody and Don Wexler. Water, a cooling fan and mister come with the ride, along with a parting gift.Is it for me?Small groups of up to six work well here—the cart's size keeps the guide close enough to hear easily and the pace steady enough to take in details. It suits anyone who wants to understand mid-century modernism through the architects and their choices, rather than rushing between photo stops.
Ocotillo Wells ATV Rental: 4-Hour Off-Road AdventureYou rent an ATV or UTV for four hours and drive Ocotillo Wells SVRA on your own terms. Helmet, goggles, and operational instructions come with the vehicle; you bring a valid, current driver's license and a security deposit. The landscape is open desert with varied terrain, and you control the pace and route. Book ahead if you're planning a weekend trip, since vehicle availability can fill up.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to drive desert terrain yourself without a guide or group schedule, and you're comfortable managing your own pace and route across open sand and rocks.
French Electric Bike Tour Palm Springs: Mid-Century ArchitectureA 3-hour electric bike tour of Palm Springs led by a French guide who has lived in the city for years, covering mid-century architecture designed by Albert Frey, Richard Neutra and William Krisel, plus the homes of celebrities from Marilyn Monroe to Leonardo DiCaprio. The electric bikes handle the desert terrain and heat; the guide speaks French and knows the stories behind the buildings and the "2-hour rule" that made Palm Springs Hollywood's weekend escape since the 1920s. Minimum age is 13.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand Palm Springs' architecture and Hollywood history without the effort of pedaling through desert heat—the electric bikes and the guide's knowledge of the mid-century buildings and the celebrities who lived in them make the three hours feel like a conversation with someone who actually knows the place.
