Top 20 Things To Do In Palm Springs, USA 2021
Top Tours and Activities In Palm Springs, USA
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
174 Reviews
$24.95
On a hot summer's day, one of the best things to do in Palm Springs is
to take a ride from the dry desert floor with the Aerial Tramway, 5,873
feet up into the cool climate of the San Jacinto Mountains. Come and
ascend into a pristine wilderness aboard the world's largest rotating
tramcars! Truly one of the greatest experiences in Southern California!
The Earthquake Canyon Bike Express
22 Reviews
$105.00
Embark on a scenic 20-mile (32-km) bike tour through Palm Desert! Descending through the heart of the San Andreas Fault zone between the Colorado Desert and Mojave Desert, wind your way through narrow canyon walls and enjoy views of the Salton Sea, Mt San Jacinto, the All-American Canal and Coachella Valley. End with a refreshing drink at the Oasis Date Gardens. This easy to moderate bike ride follows a paved road for an enjoyable, scenic sightseeing adventure, and includes snacks, water and a support vehicle.
Palm Springs Wildlands Preserve Nature Tour
7 Reviews
$119.00
This nature tour from Palm Desert takes you on a scenic journey through Southern California’s rich, diverse scenery. Traveling from the Colorado Desert to the Mojave Desert, you'll visit three unique landscapes of the Wildlands Conservancy, a network of 12 nature preserves full of beautiful mountains, valleys, deserts, rivers and coasts. Enjoy awe-inspiring views from the comfort of your air-conditioned coach, witness the mighty San Andreas fault, and take some nature walks with your expert guide to gain intimate knowledge about this amazing preserve system around Palm Springs.
San Andreas Fault Small-Group Jeep Tour from Palm Springs
7 Reviews
$134.99
This awe-inspiring journey from Palm Springs takes you deep into the heart of California’s world-famous San Andreas Fault. On this open-air Jeep eco-tour, experience the forces of nature that have created amazing, steep-walled canyons and the most twisted and tormented landscapes on Earth!
Temecula Wine Tasting by Hummer from Palm Springs
5 Reviews
$229.00
Taste your way through the Temecula wine country on this 7-hour tour from Palm Springs. Gather your closest friends and family and hop in an H1 Hummer for an unforgettable wine tasting excursion to some of Southern California’s best wineries. Your friendly, knowledgeable guide will share information on this beautiful and alluring wine region as you sip pinot noirs, sauvignon blancs, cabs and more. Don’t miss this wonderful day trip from Palm Springs.
Small-Group Sunset and Nighttime Stargazing Tour to the San Andreas Fault from Palm Springs
4 Reviews
$150.00
Journey by open-air Jeep from Palm Springs at sunset through the California desert to experience stargazing at its best! Explore the canyons along the San Andreas Fault and watch as the desert sunset creates amazing shadows on the mountains. You'll also enjoy stargazing through a large tracking telescope as your ‘Star Navigator’ guide shares the mythology of the constellations.
San Andreas Fault Hummer Tour
4 Reviews
$149.00
Hop in a Hummer and prepare to be dazzled by this 3-hour desert tour. First stop, the infamous San Andreas Fault. Learn from your expert local guide about the history and geology of the fault, as you make your way there in the comfortable open-air Hummer. Then walk over the fault on a bridge and take in the splendid scenery of some of the planet’s oldest ravines and canyons. You’ll also visit Thousand Palms Oasis, the third-largest oasis in the world. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off if you require it.
Joshua Tree Hummer Adventure
3 Reviews
$169.00
Take a wild ride through the California desert in a comfortable open-air Hummer. This 4-hour tour journeys through fabled Joshua Tree National Park. Take the back roads to the park and see the natural beauty of the area while learning about its ecosystem and history from a National Park–approved guide. Gawk at the third largest oasis in the world as well as at some of the oldest canyons on the planet, located right on the San Andreas Fault. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off if you require it.
Joshua Tree National Park Van Tour
2 Reviews
$119.00
Just north of Palm Springs lies one of nature's majestic creations, Joshua Tree National Park. In the comfort of an enclosed, climate-controlled vehicle your guide will take you on an extensive tour through the stunning rock formations and otherworldly landscape of the Mojave Desert.
Indian Canyons by Jeep plus Hiking Tour from Palm Springs
1 Reviews
$124.99
Explore the lush palm oases of the Indian Canyons on this morning or afternoon 3-hour eco-tour from Palm Springs. Learn about the rich history and culture of the Cahuilla Indians as you ride a jeep their ancestral homelands with your knowledgeable guide. Take an easy 1-mile guided walk up Andreas Canyon for captivating views and see a stunning palm oasis from the rim of Palm Canyon. Relax after your desert odyssey by shopping for local crafts at a tribal trading post.
This small-group tour is limited to seven people for a more relaxed, intimate experience.
Joshua Tree National Park Jeep Tour
1 Reviews
$159.00
Explore a remote national park less than an hour's drive from the lush resorts of greater Palm Springs. Wonder at the otherworldly plants and rock formations in a unique, and wild desert setting.
Basic Self-Rescue Climbing Class Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$189.00
Learn assisted-rescue skills no climber should be without, basic self-rescue for you and your partner. Get yourself or others out of tricky situations when professional help is unavailable.
Earthquake Canyon Express Downhill Bike Adventure
0 Reviews
$105.00
A paved road, downhill bicycle tour through a Federally protected Wilderness zone along the San Andreas Fault. Riders will be treated to magnificent vistas of the wide open Colorado Desert, enter a tortured badlands canyon, then finish off with views of the Santa Rosa Mountains and ride through the agricultural fields of the Eastern Coachella Valley. On the way home we will stop by a working date farm for date shakes.
Sport Climbing Class in Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$189.00
The sport climbing class is designed for you to learn how to lead sport routes, clip gear, lead belay, protect from a leader fall, manage your rope, and plan your route. All from the safety of a mock lead.
Private Art Gallery Tour with Luxury Shopping Excursion from Palm Springs
0 Reviews
$131.95
See the best of the Greater Palm Springs region on this private shopping and gallery tour for up to nine people, with optional lunch. This elite tour will grant you special access to the area’s best galleries and shops. Visit exclusive galleries and top-notch boutiques as you enjoy the preferential treatment as a guest of Richard Almada, a leader of the local arts scene. Your informative guide will supply local intel and introduce you to who’s who of the Coachella Valley’s thriving arts and shopping scene.
Beginner's Rock Climbing Class in Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$89.00
This beginner's rock climbing class includes 4 hours of hands-on training in all basic and fundamental skills needed to rock climb outdoors. It fits all skill levels, whether you are new to rock climbing or want to graduate from an indoor gym to climbing outdoors. You will be provided with all of the equipment necessary and opportunities to learn with professional instructors. No previous experience is required.
Little Grand Canyon 4x4 Tour From Palm Desert
0 Reviews
$168.99
Gear up for an off-road adventure by comfortable 4WD SUV through California's Sonoran Desert on this tour from Palm Desert. Aboard a luxury all-terrain vehicle driven by an expert guide, you’ll be protected from the sun and dust as you explore Palm Desert’s backcountry and enjoy views of ridgelines, colorful canyons, rugged peaks and cattle fields. Learn about the area’s history and geology, spot wildlife and stop to take optional guided nature walks. This 4-hour morning or afternoon tour combines the beauty of the California desert with the thrill of off-roading, all from the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle.
This small-group tour is limited to five people, ensuring you’ll enjoy personalized attention from your guide throughout your tour.
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour
0 Reviews
$159.00
Small group jeep tours of the San Andreas Fault zone. Colorful canyons and tortured landscape make this tour a memorable once in a lifetime adventure. Also enjoy the area's agriculture, views of the Salton Sea, and a date milkshake at a working date farm.
Rappelling Adventures in Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$75.00
Come join us for half day of fun rappelling. No matter what your level of experience, we are going to show you the ropes and run as many rappels as possible.
Bring comfortable clothes and don't forget your camera! This epic experience makes for stunning pictures.
Wildlands Preserve Nature Tour
0 Reviews
$119.00
Enjoy a true Palm Springs eco tour! This 4-hour tour takes you by vehicle to rivers, marshes, trout ponds and shady, tree-lined paths in the desert. Visit three incredibly diverse nature preserves from the Colorado Desert to the Mojave Desert and back. Experience the towering majesty of Mt. San Jacinto, learn about the huge aqueduct system in Southern California and see evidence of the mighty San Andreas fault that makes these unique habitats possible.
All-Day Rock Climbing Adventure in Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$299.00
This exhilarating package includes a full 7-hours of climbing and a picnic lunch in the Joshua Tree National Park.
Traditional Climbing Class in Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$189.00
Are you ready for traditional climbing? This traditional climbing class is designed to teach how to lead trad routes, place and remove pro, clip gear, use slings, lead belay, protect from a leader fall, manage your rope, route planning and more. All from the safety of a mock lead.
Joshua Tree National Park Customized Guided Hiking Tour
0 Reviews
$175.00
Your personalized tour will provide you with a unique, up-close opportunity to see and experience the beauty and majesty of the National Park. Incredible rock formations, panoramic landscapes and breathtaking sunsets are only a few of the treasures that await you. Your day of discovery will introduce you to the adaptive plants and interesting wildlife, along with the history, geology and ecology that makes Joshua Tree one of the most interesting destinations in the country.
Half-Day Rock Climbing Adventure in Joshua Tree National Park
0 Reviews
$129.00