Best Palm Springs Tours & Excursions

Evan Kingsley wrote on 9/24/2023. Last updated: 6/20/2024

Best Walking Tours

Allow me to present 'Palm Springs' - the perfect amalgamation of sun-kissed scenes and modernist glam! While there are myriad ways to soak in the allure of this one-of-a-kind cityscape, nothing beats a soul-stirring stroll. Top of your list should be the 'The Palm Springs Walking Tour'. An engaging 2-hour guided walk, it explores the city's architectural gems, narrates fascinating tales of its Hollywood star-studded past, and takes you through the vibrant downtown. The ticket price is approximately $35 - a worthy investment for an intimate rendezvous with Palm Springs!

Best Bus Tours

But suppose walking is too mainstream for you, and you'd prefer a comfy seat while 'wheeling' through the wonders of Palm Springs. In that case, might I present 'The Palm Springs Celebrity Tours' bus expedition. This shaded sanctuary of sightseeing deep dives into the enticing world of celebrity homes, splashed with a dose of local history. The 2.5-hour fun-filled journey costs around $95 - a price as inviting as the ride itself!

Best Half-Day Tours

If you're a time-sensitive traveler seeking a Palm Springs' essence without compromising on depth, then half-day tours are tailored for you. The 'Joshua Tree National Park Half-Day Jeep Tour’ is a 4-hour ultimate adventure offering ravishing views of the desert ecosystem, and compelling insights into the region’s geology. The cost of this delightful detour? Roughly $169 - so hop in, buckle up, and gear for a joyride!

Best Historical Tours

For the history-lovers among us, Palm Springs tempts with a bejeweled crown of eras gone by. The 'Palm Springs Historical Society Guided Walking Tour' is an open history book, whisking you off to the bygone days of modernist architectures, the Cahuilla tribe, and legendary Hollywood love affairs. This detailed dive into Palm Springs’ history is available for around $20 – a deal, my friends, not to be missed!

Best Luxury Tours

Now, raise your champagne glasses and treat yourself to the best luxury tour around - 'Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway'. This showstopper takes you up, up and away from the valley floor to the chilling heights of Mount San Jacinto State Park. Revel in the panoramic views, dine in style and soak in the pristine beauty of the wilderness - all for an extravagant yet entirely worth it $26.75. After all, the sky’s the limit when it comes to luxury!


Evan Kingsley

Evan Kingsley

Hey, I’m Evan! Even though I’ve been bitten by a piranha, left stranded in the Sahara when my camel ditched me, and even spent a night in a Bhutanese jail over a supposedly stolen fruit (I swear I didn’t take it!), I still love traveling so much I don’t think I’ll ever stop. With over 130 countries under my belt, I’m always on the lookout for the next wild adventure… hopefully with fewer bites, camel betrayals, and misunderstandings over fruit!

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