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The 15 Best Palm Springs Tours & Day Trips

90 tours  ·  from $10 a head

Two hours east and a different climate. The 15 below sort the aerial tramway, the midcentury architecture routes, the windmill farms and the runs out to Joshua Tree, priced, timed and clear about how early you need to start in summer.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket - Valley Station and the ticket exchange
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

1.Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,798 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

Ride Palm Springs’ rotating aerial tram to 8,516 feet for desert views, alpine air, mountain trails, dining, and a memorable San Jacinto escape.

“It is definitely a must do while you are in Palm spring California. The crowd atmosphere is really great. Customer service was good really had to enjoy over time.”

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Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour - Samuelson’s Rock and Willow Hole
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Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

3.Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 762 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.)

Explore Joshua Tree by car with offline GPS audio stories, park history, scenic stops, and a bonus Hidden Valley walking tour for $16.99.

“We debated between hiring a tour guide or going on our own with this audio guide and we are so glad we used the Viator Guide. It knew our route/location, without having to touch the screen it prompted us with interesting info about our exact location in the park allowing us to go our own pace! I will definitely be looking for other guides like this when we travel!”

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San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert - The Jeep ride: scenic access, not a thrill ride
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San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert

Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group - Why the private format works so well
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Bank Heist Escape Room Game for Private Group

Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour - From Palm Springs into the high desert
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Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

6.Joshua Tree National Park Scenic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 499 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $159

Review of the Joshua Tree Scenic Tour from Palm Springs, with geology, rock formations, Keys View, practical tips, costs, and who should book.

“Amazing area to watch. Hope that there were will be more walking experience. We enjoyed the excursion”

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Titanic Escape Room Game for Private Group - Captain Smith’s bedroom and map room
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Titanic Escape Room Game for Private Group

Joshua Tree National Park Offroad Tour - What the five-hour itinerary actually gives you
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Joshua Tree National Park Offroad Tour

8.Joshua Tree National Park Offroad Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 427 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $220

Escape Joshua Tree crowds on a five-hour 4x4 tour with a local guide, backcountry roads, desert wildlife, snacks, and wide-open Mojave views.

“Great tour with a great guide. Jeff was very knowledgeable and made the tour very fun and safe. Got to see a lot and still get out take lots of good pictures”

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Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure - Entering Joshua Tree’s high desert
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Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure

9.Joshua Tree Open Air Hummer Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $179

Ride an open-air military Hummer through Joshua Tree, with a guide, big desert views, short walks, snacks, and warm layers advised.

“Our guide, Bob, was excellent. That, and the magnificent splendor of the park, are the only positives. Don't be fooled by a picture of a hummer sitting in front of a Joshua tree. This 3 hour tour never leaves a paved road on which you could drive your own car. Further, an entire hour of the tour is spent on reaching the park entrance from the meeting point and returning. About an hour is spent walking around magnificent rocks where people are climbing and learning some interesting facts about Joshua trees, other flora and the park's geology. The other hour is spent climbing to an amazing vista, with some time…”

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Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Bike Tour - Twin Palms Estates: a planned vision by William Krisel
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Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Bike Tour

10.Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 359 reviews · 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $99

Explore Palm Springs mid-century architecture by bike, from Deepwell Estates to Indian Canyons, with guide Brennan and a relaxed flat ride.

“The Palm Springs architecture bike tour was wonderful! The tour guide is adorable and knows so much about the history of the area.”

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Vampire's Lair Escape Room Game for Private Group - Why the private format changes the experience
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Vampire’s Lair Escape Room Game for Private Group

11.Vampire’s Lair Escape Room Game for Private Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 324 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $42

Solve a vampire’s cursed coffin in a private, one-hour escape room in Palm Springs, with family-friendly puzzles and helpful staff.

“The challenge to discover the answers to the clues and moving forward to the next clue. Although we did not fully complete the task, we came very close. We still ha d great fun.”

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Joshua Tree National Park Driving Tour - Leaving Palm Springs for the high desert
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Joshua Tree National Park Driving Tour

13.Joshua Tree National Park Driving Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $220

Review of the five-hour Joshua Tree driving tour from Palm Springs, with Keys View, Hidden Valley, guide insight, hikes, costs, and practical tips.

“The tour was great - it was just the 2 of us who booked the tour and our tour guide Jeff. He tailored the experience for us so we went on a hike during the tour and also went to some sightseeing spots. We spotted a snake and some lizards during the hike which was cool. Also since it was just our party in the tour, we spent the time we need at various locations according to how long we wanted. Jeff was good company and made sure to drop us off to where we could catch our transfer bus. I recommend this experience!”

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Merlin's Magic School Escape Room Game for Private Group - Why the non-scary format works
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Merlin’s Magic School Escape Room Game for Private Group

15.Merlin’s Magic School Escape Room Game for Private Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 272 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $42

Review Merlin’s Magic School escape room in Palm Springs, with puzzles, private groups, family tips, pricing, timing, and booking advice.

“It was a great experience! The rooms were spacious and clean. The staff were very engaging. This was the best escape room we’ve visited by far. My family and I really enjoyed ourselves!!”

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