Borrego's La Casa del Zorro & Dark Sky Discovery

Desert Skies & Celestial Wonders

 

Discover the magic of California’s spellbinding desert on this unforgettable 3-day getaway to Borrego Springs, an International Dark Sky Community renowned for spectacular stargazing. Enjoy a two-night stay at La Casa del Zorro Desert Resort & Spa, an elegant desert oasis with a history dating back to 1937. Its luxurious accommodations and tranquil setting provide an inviting retreat between adventures. Begin with a welcome lunch at Carlee’s before exploring the Anza-Borrego Desert Visitor Center with your Tour Manager, including an optional nature walk. Then settle into the resort and gather for a welcome dinner. Over the two evenings, each half of our group will enjoy a private stargazing session led by a professional astronomer.

 

After a hearty breakfast, journey into the breathtaking Borrego Badlands on a comfortable, narrated backcountry adventure through colorful canyons, fascinating geology, and dramatic desert landscapes. Part of the day will be free to unwind, savor La Casa del Zorro’s relaxed atmosphere, and perhaps pamper yourself with a spa treatment.

 

On your final day, take a scenic motor coach tour past Ricardo Breceda’s giant metal sculptures scattered throughout the desert landscape, with stops for photos and selfies beside these imaginative creations. Later, travel to Julian for lunch and browsing before concluding your adventure at the unique Oasis Camel Dairy, where you'll tour the facility, feed the camels and browse their store.

 

With four included meals, an elegant resort stay, and extraordinary desert experiences, this celestial escape blends relaxation, discovery, and starry nights.

 

Tour Fare:

$1295 per person double occupancy

$1485 per person single occupancy

 

Deposit and Final Payment:

• A deposit of $150 per person (plus optional CPP) is due at the time of booking.

• Final balance due 45 days prior to departure date.

 

Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP):

Make your booking fully refundable with our add-on CPP, which allows you to cancel at any time for any reason and receive a full refund!

$125 per person, double or triple occupancy

$150 per person, single occupancy

 

 

 

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Tour Manager:*

Bobbi Lona

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

 

Activity Level: High

The activity level of this tour is considered high. It involves walking on uneven, unpaved, sandy and inclined surfaces at several stops throughout the tour. High steps may be required to board the off-road vehicles, and guests will be disembarking the coach many times throughout the course of the tour. 

 

Highest Elevation

The highest elevation encountered on this tour is approximately 5,000 feet for a few hours.

 

What's Included in the Tour Fare

• Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup locations throughout San Diego County

• Professional driver

• Professional tour manager onboard throughout the tour

• Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Two-night stay at La Casa del Zorro Resort & Spa

• Borrego Badlands off-road tour

• Visit Dudley's Bakery and Historic Julian

• Tour Ricardo Breceda's sculptures throughout the desert landscape

• Stargazing experience led by one of America's favorite celestial tour guides

• Visit the Oasis Camel Dairy Farm

• Visitor Center at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

• Server gratuities for included meals

• Gratuities for celestial guide and off-road adventure guide

• 2 meals including 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner

 

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals not listed in the itinerary

• Travel insurance

• Room incidentals and personal items

• Alcoholic beverages not listed in the itinerary

• Gratuities for the tour manager and driver

 

Know Before You Go

• Dress in layers—days are typically warm, while desert evenings can become quite cool during stargazing.

• Wear comfortable walking shoes with good traction for sightseeing and optional walks.

• Bring a light jacket, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle.

• The Badlands tour is a comfortable, narrated backcountry experience; roads may be uneven at times.

• Don't forget your camera to capture the stunning desert scenery, night skies, sculptures, and camel encounters!

• Spa treatments may be available by calling the spa directly 760-767-8034 and should be scheduled for day 2 of your visit.

 

How to Book Your Reservation

Booking your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also speak to a live agent through the DayTripper reservations department during regular business hours Monday thru Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at (619) 334-3394

 

Deposit and Final Payment

A deposit of $150 per person is required to secure your booking, with the final balance due 45 days prior to departure.

 

Smartphones

Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.

 

45-Day Cancellation Deadline Without Cancellation Protection

• If you purchased the Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) before the cancellation deadline, your tour is fully refundable up until two hours prior to the tour departure time (see below). If you did not purchase the CPP you may cancel your booking forty-five (45) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $100 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking forty-five (45) or more days prior to the departure date, we can waive the cancellation fee and transfer the full amount to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Cancellations within 45 days of departure are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason if you did not purchase the CPP.

• Passenger name changes, deviations, or other changes made by the passenger after the final payment deadline has passed will be assessed a $50 per person change fee plus any fees incurred by the service providers. No refunds, transfers or credits can be issued for any reason on bookings canceled after the cancellation deadline.

 

Optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) - Cancel for any reason and receive a full refund.

DayTripper Tours offers an optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) for this tour. The CPP allows you to cancel your reservation for any reason at least one hour prior to your scheduled departure time for a full refund (less the cost of the CPP). The CPP may be purchased prior to the tour’s stated cancellation deadline. To cancel your reservation, please call (619) 334-3394 during business hours to notify a reservations agent, or leave a time-stamped voice message after hours at least one hour prior to your scheduled departure time, and your refund will be processed. CPP does not cover the single supplement of the remaining traveler when a traveling companion cancels from a double occupancy reservation. The CPP is not insurance, but rather an agreed-upon cancellation fee paid in advance for the right to cancel a reservation according to the terms stated in this clause. Protect yourself even further with Travel Insurance (see below). CPP is not offered on tours that include air, rail, or cruise line transportation.

 

Protect Your Investment with Travel Insurance

At DayTripper Tours, we recommend you purchase insurance to help protect against unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss, or even sudden sickness or injury, all of which could impact your excursion. In today’s ever-changing travel environment, you can relax and enjoy your trip with the security of knowing those unexpected circumstances are covered by a travel protection plan. You can purchase travel insurance from any company you choose; however, for your convenience, we offer travel protection through Travelex Insurance Services (CA Agency License #0D10209). For more information and to receive a quote, click here. Please note: Your policy must be purchased on or before the date you submit your final payment for the tour in order to be eligible for the pre-existing medical condition exclusion waiver.

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