![Guest rock climbing with desert vista behind them.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_001.jpg.webp?itok=AI3SVQas)
![Field of Yucca trees, mountain range in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/PJ_GCR_ST_23_002_0.jpg.webp?itok=j5sF8REJ)
![Wide shot of craggy vista, person w/ hands in the air in foreground.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_014.jpg.webp?itok=gB5tfaf1)
![Leader posing between two large boudlers.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_017.jpg.webp?itok=iOGbgyzn)
![Group of guests riding on desert road, hills in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_032.jpg.webp?itok=MNxjJh4Y)
![Group of five smiling for camera, all in climbing harnesses.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_23_005.jpg.webp?itok=KTI5aOnY)
![Group of guests hiking is desert, surrounded by bushes.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_23_013.jpg.webp?itok=DraypuL0)
![Guest and leader with prepped lunch spread.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_MRO_Guest_21_002_0.jpg.webp?itok=cb7m29sD)
![Shot of a cactus with colorful flower.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_shutterstock_143724400.jpg.webp?itok=HQyGiUbZ)
![Three guests rock climbing, one is waving to the camera.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_22_032.jpg.webp?itok=qTt-PAO1)
![Lone Yucca tree, craggy group of boulders in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/PJ_GCR_ST_23_001_0.jpg.webp?itok=hHxMU1Hy)
![Wide shot of desert landscape, cables/wires in foreground.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_22_013.jpg.webp?itok=JzUeg0sG)
![Storefront shot of the "MANE STREET HOTEL", old west style building.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_22_028.jpg.webp?itok=WsJ_Se9Q)
![Guest walking on desert rocks, rocky hill in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/WPJI_ALY_ST_23_018.jpg.webp?itok=Z92UR5mE)
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California's Palm Springs & Joshua Tree Family Multi-Adventure Tour
From $3,899 - $4,099 /person
5 days
4 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
California's Palm Springs & Joshua Tree Family Multi-Adventure Tour
5 days
4 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2024: Dec 2025: Dec
![Guest rock climbing with desert vista behind them.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_001.jpg.webp?itok=AI3SVQas)
![Field of Yucca trees, mountain range in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/PJ_GCR_ST_23_002_0.jpg.webp?itok=j5sF8REJ)
![Wide shot of craggy vista, person w/ hands in the air in foreground.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_014.jpg.webp?itok=gB5tfaf1)
![Leader posing between two large boudlers.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_017.jpg.webp?itok=iOGbgyzn)
![Group of guests riding on desert road, hills in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALA_ST_21_032.jpg.webp?itok=MNxjJh4Y)
![Group of five smiling for camera, all in climbing harnesses.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_23_005.jpg.webp?itok=KTI5aOnY)
![Group of guests hiking is desert, surrounded by bushes.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_23_013.jpg.webp?itok=DraypuL0)
![Guest and leader with prepped lunch spread.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_MRO_Guest_21_002_0.jpg.webp?itok=cb7m29sD)
![Shot of a cactus with colorful flower.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_shutterstock_143724400.jpg.webp?itok=HQyGiUbZ)
![Three guests rock climbing, one is waving to the camera.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_22_032.jpg.webp?itok=qTt-PAO1)
![Lone Yucca tree, craggy group of boulders in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/PJ_GCR_ST_23_001_0.jpg.webp?itok=hHxMU1Hy)
![Wide shot of desert landscape, cables/wires in foreground.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_22_013.jpg.webp?itok=JzUeg0sG)
![Storefront shot of the "MANE STREET HOTEL", old west style building.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/MPJI_ALY_ST_22_028.jpg.webp?itok=WsJ_Se9Q)
![Guest walking on desert rocks, rocky hill in background.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/WPJI_ALY_ST_23_018.jpg.webp?itok=Z92UR5mE)
![Two guests hiking on desert trail, vast desert landscape all around.](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_gallery_full/public/2023/WPJI_ALY_ST_23_011_0.jpg.webp?itok=WsiJuJeP)
Desert Wonders & National Park Magic
In the California desert, less is more. A single cloud floats above the San Jacinto Mountains in Palm Springs' vast blue sky. Joshua trees stand humbly within the rugged expanse of the national park. Here the elements conspire to create a distinctive landscape of stark beauty. And an ice-cold drink is a simple pleasure at day's end. On this one-of-a-kind family escape.
Highlights
- Hike in Black Rock Canyon amid iconic yuccas, baby juniper, piñon pine and oak trees up to a ridgetop for exhilarating views in every direction
- Rock climb and explore in Joshua Tree National Park, home to legendary seas of granite and rare otherworldly trees
- Bike through Palm Springs’ historic neighborhoods, admiring midcentury modern architecture and beautiful palm-lined city streets
- Cap off your family's desert adventure with a legendary pink sunset over the Topa Topa Mountains
![California Palm Springs & Joshua Tree Family Multi-Adventure Tour map](/sites/default/files/styles/trip_page_map/public/2023/24_CS_MPJIB_0.jpg.webp?itok=y4fkqZgh)
Start/End Palm Springs
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
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Day 1
Travel with your family from Palm Springs, the jewel of California's low desert, into the high desert landscapes nestled between Joshua Tree National Park and the San Bernardino National Forest • Hike a hard-pack sandy trail in Black Rock Canyon through dense forest and up to a ridgetop for spectacular views of Joshua Tree National Park • Immerse yourself in quirky desert culture in rugged one-street Pioneertown, built as a Western film façade in the 1940s • Take in the scene at a local saloon and relax at our one-of-a-kind American West hotel.
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Night 1
Once frequented by film stars here shooting old Westerns, this coolly revamped desert hideaway spotlights local artisans and celebrates the town's quirky history, culture and setting.
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Days 2-5
Journey to Joshua Tree National Park and be awed by its fascinating rock formations and iconic yucca trees • It's a full-day adventure amid the park's surreal labyrinths of sculpted granite, massive boulders and secret craggy passageways • Explore colorful pockets of the park on an optional hike • All levels are welcome for a rock climbing experience with an expert guide in one of the world's top climbing destinations! • Bike through historic Palm Springs neighborhoods on an architectural bike tour • Witness the lush oases of Indian Canyons • Follow desert trails in Mission Creek and Whitewater Preserves, where a dry rocky valley gives way to a cascading river • Discover tranquil desert sanctuaries and craggy mountain ridges • Weather and crowds permitting, glide over the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon on a ride up to Mount San Jacinto State Park on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway • Marvel at the views of Chino Canyon's spectacular cliffs • Walk amid age-old pine trees and rugged ridgelines, pausing at overlooks with picturesque panoramas of the surrounding desert and beyond • Sip a signature desert cocktail poolside and take in the gorgeous vistas of the Coachella Valley • Extend your getaway in one of Old Hollywood's favorite escapes.
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Nights 2-4
Set on a bluff overlooking glittering Palm Springs, this chic retreat complements its desert surroundings with elements of wood, stone and fire. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
To bring you to our favorite parts of Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs, we make liberal use of shuttles on this trip. Although you'll see the inside of the Backroads van on most days and experience some longer rides, your itinerary has been designed to bring you as many regional highlights as possible while maximizing your time to explore.
This trip includes a one-night stay at the Pioneertown Motel in Pioneertown, a charming and quirky property chosen for its proximity to Joshua Tree National Park and unique history and appeal. Note that the motel doesn’t have a restaurant or common indoor spaces, so at least one meal will be outdoors.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
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Night 1
*Casual Hotel
Once frequented by film stars here shooting old Westerns, this coolly revamped desert hideaway spotlights local artisans and celebrates the town's quirky history, culture and setting.
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Nights 2-4
Premiere Hotel
Set on a bluff overlooking glittering Palm Springs, this chic retreat complements its desert surroundings with elements of wood, stone and fire. (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
![Backroads Touring Bike](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2024/Equipment_Bikes_Touring_600x400.jpg.webp?itok=B5CO-eD2)
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
![Backroads Electric-Assist Bike](/sites/default/files/styles/whats_included/public/2023/Electric_Assist_Bike.jpg.webp?itok=W7NEAvmZ)
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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