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A car driving on a winding road in a desert landscape with Joshua trees and rocky hills. 1
A palm tree with a thick trunk and dense foliage in a rocky, arid landscape. 2
A street sign with 'MOVIE COLONY' and 'ARQUILLA RD' labels. 3
A modern house with a swimming pool, covered patio, and lush greenery. 4
A sunset with palm trees silhouetted against a colorful sky. 5
By Action Tour Guide

Reviews

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Features

  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Tour Palm Springs and Joshua Tree at your convenience
    • Explore a sprawling desert park full of incredible sights
    • Visit Frank Sinatra's legendary residence
    • Learn about the infamous McHaney Gang
    • Discover the Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve

Activity location

  • Joshua Tree National Park
    • 6563 Park Boulevard
    • 92252, Joshua Tree, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 3180 E Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    • 3180 East Vista Chino
    • 92262, Palm Springs, California, United States of America

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Sorry this activity isn't available on Wed, Aug 19
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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    Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tonnes of rave reviews!
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    Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
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    Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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    Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
  • Inclusions
    Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
  • Inclusions
    Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
  • Inclusions
    Easy-to-use app: download Action Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • Inclusions
    Unique password: access your tour on Action Tour Guide App
  • Exclusions
    Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
  • Exclusions
    Food/Drinks

Know before you book

    • Enjoy a flexible, self-guided experience with the Action Tour Guide app—your audio narrator, GPS-enabled map, and tour guide all in one, so you can explore at your own pace.
    • A vehicle is required for this driving tour. You only need to purchase one tour per vehicle, not per person, making it easy for everyone in your group to listen together.
    • After booking, you’ll receive an email with instructions to download the Action Tour Guide app and a unique password to access your tour. Download the tour in advance for the best experience.
    • Explore with stories created by local experts, professional writers, and experienced narrators that bring each destination’s history, culture, and landmarks to life.
    • Discover more with animated videos at select stops, helping you visualise historic events, hidden interiors, changing landscapes, and other details that may not be visible today.
    • Enjoy lifetime access with no expiry. Once unlocked, your tour is yours to use anytime, on future trips, and as many times as you like.

What you can expect

  • Recommended: Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time!

    Embark on an enchanting journey through Joshua Tree & Palm Springs with this pair of self-guided driving tours. Cruise through open desert in Joshua Tree National Park, where you’ll discover imposing boulder formations, mystical Joshua trees, a history full of miners and bandits, and so much more! And head to Palm Springs to experience the world of yesteryear’s film stars. Check out houses that once belonged to Elvis, Liberace, Frank Sinatra, and more as you hear about the wild and wonderful history of this glittering city.

    NOTE for Palm Springs: Homes may be obscured or partially hidden by gates, shrubs, or private roads. Please do not violate anyone’s privacy during your tour.

    After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Action Tour Guide app, enter the password, and download the tour while you have WiFi or cell service. Once downloaded, the tour works offline, allowing you to enjoy the experience without an internet connection. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

    New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

    This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

    Must-See Stops inJoshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs :-

    • Quail Mounatin
    • Hidden Valley Nature Trail
    • Keys Ranch
    • Barker Dam
    • Keys View
    • Skull Rock
    • Split Rock Loop Trail
    • Arch Rock Nature Trail
    • Cholla Garden
    • Elvis House
    • Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway
    • Liberace House
    • The Film Colony
    • Walk of Stars
    • Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve

    Benefits Over Live Guides and Group Tours:

    • This is a flexible and self-led tour that uses location-sensing technology as you drive.
    • The tour features in-depth audio narration that plays as you drive.
    • You can purchase just one tour for the entire car and use it as many times as you wish.
    • New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
    • Once downloaded, the tour works completely offline, and you can tour your way by choosing when to start, stop, fast-forward, or rewind.
    • If you need any help, you can always reach out to a real person via call, chat, or email.

Location

Activity location

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    Joshua Tree National Park
    • 6563 Park Boulevard
    • 92252, Joshua Tree, California, United States of America

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    3180 E Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA 92262
    • 3180 East Vista Chino
    • 92262, Palm Springs, California, United States of America
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    Main Entrance (West): Joshua Tree Visitor Center
    • 6563 Park Boulevard
    • 92252, Joshua Tree, California, United States of America
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    South Entrance: Cottonwood Visitor Center
    • Cottonwood Visitor Center,
    • 92201, Cottonwood Springs Road, California, United States of America
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    Main Entrance (North): Twentynine Palms
    • 6505 Freedom Way
    • 92277, Twentynine Palms, California, United States of America