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Turn your travel day into a full Joshua Tree experience. Leave Las Vegas and cross into one of the most surreal landscapes in North America, where twisted Joshua Trees, massive granite boulders, and high-desert horizons replace highways and traffic.
You move through ancient rock formations, hidden valleys, and vast desert vistas carved by time and erosion. This is not a pass-through transfer. You get out, walk, and experience the environment up close before continuing on to Los Angeles. Rugged beauty, iconic flora, and constant landscape shifts from Nevada to California. This is the most dramatic way to get to LA.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will email you the day before the tour with your exact pick-up time. Look for the black van. Your tour guide will be wearing a hat and will be looking for you.
Itinerary
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1Joshua Tree National Park
Experience the surreal beauty of the Mojave and Colorado Deserts as they collide in one of California’s most iconic landscapes. On this stop, you will explore the park’s highlights with an expert guide who knows the best "secret" photo spots for that perfect shot. What you’ll see and do: The Icons: Wander through dense groves of twisted, ancient Joshua Trees and get up close to the eerie, weathered formation of Skull Rock. Panoramic Vistas: Take in the breathtaking views from Keys View, perched at 5,000+ feet. On a clear day, you’ll see the San Andreas Fault, the Salton Sea, and even the peaks of Mexico. Nature Walks: Enjoy a guided stroll through the Cholla Cactus Garden (the famous "Teddy Bear" cactus) and explore the rock-enclosed oasis of Hidden Valley. Expert Photography: Your guide will help you capture professional-quality photos of the unique rock formations and desert flora, ensuring you go home with postcard-worthy shots.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Cholla Cactus Garden This is one of the most unique and photogenic landscapes in the entire Southwest. You will take a leisurely walk through a dense, naturally occurring grove of thousands of "Teddy Bear" Cholla cacti. What you’ll see and do: Bizarre Desert Beauty: Discover why these cacti are called "Teddy Bears" due to their fuzzy, soft appearance—but learn from your guide why you definitely shouldn't try to hug them. Easy Exploration: Enjoy a flat, easy-to-navigate boardwalk that takes you safely into the heart of the garden, offering 360-degree views of the cacti against the backdrop of the desert mountains. Photography Focus: Your guide will show you how to capture the way the desert light hits the translucent spines of the Cholla, creating incredible photos even in the middle of the day. Unique Ecology: Hear the story of how this specific "forest" formed in a rare transition zone between the Mojave and Colorado deserts.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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See one of Joshua Tree’s most famous landmarks—a massive granite boulder naturally sculpted by wind and rain into the haunting shape of a human skull. What you’ll see and do: Iconic Formation: Get a close-up view of the two hollowed-out "eye sockets" and distinct profile that make this one of the most photographed rocks in the world. Geological Wonders: Learn about the "monzogranite" rock and the millions of years of erosion that created the deep recesses and unusual textures of the desert landscape. Effortless Exploration: Located just off the main road, this stop offers easy access for a short walk to explore the surrounding boulders and capture the perfect angle of the skull. Expert Photography: Your guide knows exactly where to stand to get the most dramatic shots of the formation against the desert sky.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Hidden Valley
Hidden Valley Nature Trail This 1-mile loop is widely considered the best short hike in the park, offering a concentrated look at everything that makes Joshua Tree famous. What you’ll see and do: The "Hidden" Valley: Walk through a narrow rock gap into a stunning natural amphitheater completely enclosed by massive granite boulders—once a legendary hideout for cattle rustlers. Classic Landscapes: Experience the park’s most iconic scenery, featuring a high concentration of mature Joshua Trees, pinyon pines, and rugged rock formations. Easy Exploration: The trail is a well-maintained, relatively flat loop, making it accessible while still feeling like a true desert adventure. Expert Photography: Your guide will point out the best angles where the massive boulders frame the Joshua Trees, ensuring you get those quintessential "National Park" shots.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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