3-Day Desert Dreams: Palm Springs & Joshua Tree

3-Day Desert Dreams: Palm Springs & Joshua Tree

 

Escape to the Coachella Valley and a high desert wonderland on this delightful 3-day getaway, thoughtfully designed for travelers who enjoy beautiful scenery, fascinating discoveries, exceptional dining, soft adventure, and memorable experiences. From elegant gardens and stunning landscapes to unique wildlife encounters and charming historic sites, this journey showcases the very best of Southern California's desert region.

 

Your adventure begins in stylish Palm Springs, where an orientation tour introduces you to the city's fascinating history, iconic mid-century modern architecture, elegant neighborhoods, and enduring celebrity influence. You'll have free time to explore the charming boutiques, art galleries, and inviting cafés of downtown.

 

As evening falls, embark on a one-of-a-kind desert adventure aboard a comfortable covered wagon specially outfitted with padded seats and rubber tires for a smooth ride. Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide, journey through the dramatic landscapes of the San Andreas Fault and the lush palm oases of Hidden Palms, Horseshoe Palms, and Pushwalla Canyon, where towering native palms create a surprising oasis in the desert. After your exploration, gather at a historic desert ranch for a hearty barbecue dinner, live entertainment, spectacular sunset views, and classic campfire s'mores beneath the desert sky—an unforgettable experience that captures the spirit, history, and natural beauty of the California desert. Check in at the award-winning Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, known for its spacious accommodations, excellent amenities, and warm desert hospitality.

 

Day two brings the spectacular scenery of Joshua Tree National Park, where towering rock formations, rugged mountains, and iconic Joshua trees create one of the Southwest's most breathtaking landscapes. You'll also visit historic Pioneertown, originally built as a movie set for classic Westerns, before enjoying the lively atmosphere of Palm Springs' popular VillageFest.

 

The journey continues with a visit to The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, featuring a narrated tram safari through beautifully designed wildlife habitats and the opportunity to hand-feed giraffes. Before returning home, enjoy a farm-fresh lunch at picturesque Riley's Farm, nestled among apple orchards and mountain vistas, followed by a scenic hayride and traditional candle dipping.

 

With comfortable accommodations, carefully curated sightseeing, unique attractions, and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow travelers, this Palm Springs getaway offers the perfect blend of discovery, scenery, and life-enriching experiences.

 

Tour Fare

Starting at $1295 per person double occupancy

Starting at $1398 per person single occupancy

 

Early Booking Savings:

• Book now and save $100 per person off the above fare!

 

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 (CPP):

Make your booking fully refundable with our add-on CPP, which allows you to cancel two hours before departure time for any reason and receive a full refund.

• $125 per person, double or triple occupancy

• $150 per person, single occupancy

 

 

Sunnylands Center and Gardens

 

Joshua Tree National Park

 

Giraffe feeding at The Living Desert Zoo

 

Tram tour at Living Desert Zoo

 

 

Luncheon and farm activities at Riley's Farm

 

Pioneertown

Tour Manager:* Mark Jacobson

 

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

 

Activity Level: Moderate

This tour includes moderate walking on a variety of surfaces, including garden paths, paved walkways, desert terrain, and some uneven ground, with occasional stairs and inclines. Guests should be comfortable walking short to moderate distances and boarding and exiting the motorcoach several times throughout the tour.

 

What's Included in the Tour Fare

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

• Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip

• Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Two-night accommodations at the Fantasy Springs Resort and Casino

• Luggage handling and gratuities for hotel staff

• $40 free slot play

• 5 Meals: 1 dinner, 2 breakfast vouchers, and 2 lunches

• Self-guided tour at Sunnylands Center and Gardens

• Free time for lunch and shopping in downtown Palm Springs

• Covered wagon tour and BBQ dinner under the stars

• Tour of Joshua Tree National Park

• Visit historic Pioneertown

• Experience the popular evening VillageFest in Palm Springs

• 2-hour tram safari and Giraffe feeding at The Living Desert Zoo

• Lunch, entertainment and two activities at Riley's Farm

 

 

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals not listed

• Travel insurance

• Cancellation Protection Plan

• Room incidentals

• Alcoholic beverages

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager, coach driver, and local guides

 

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 call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

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

• If you purchased the Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) before the cancellation deadline, your tour is fully refundable up until one hour 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 two hours 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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