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Discover stunning and diverse Joshua Tree and Death Valley National Parks on this exciting hiking adventure, deep in the Mojave Desert. From Palm Springs' tranquil oases, journey to Joshua Tree with its whimsical namesake trees and twisted boulders, shaped by geologic forces. Then head to Death Valley, renowned for having the hottest temperature on record! Hike to Badwater Flats, the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level, and explore volcanic craters, wind-sculpted canyons, and desert dunes. Spend nights stargazing under the Milky Way!
Highlights:- Follow scenic trails in Joshua Tree and marvel at the Mojave Desert's wondrous plant life
- Explore the craters and canyons of Death Valley, and visit the lowest point in North America
- Delight in charming lodges and desert oases, and stargaze at two International Dark Sky Parks
Important Trip Details:Hikes consist of several trails on most days that are easy to moderate. You should feel comfortable hiking 3 to 5 hours a day with multiple breaks and a generally good level of fitness.
Minimum Age: 16
Featured Destinations
Las Vegas
Las Vegas
Las Vegas is one of the nation's hot spots. There are nightly shows, great dining, and world famous live entertainment to thrill and dazzle every visitor walking down the strip. Las Vegas is the largest city in the nation for gambling and entertainment. Casinos continuously amaze with their shows, attractions, and non stop gaming. Las Vegas has many local attractions and entertainment. World famous shows such as, Tom Jones, David Copperfield, Siegfried & Roy, and Steve and Eddie are here. Casinos offer live entertainment, fine dining, and all types of gambling to fit everyone's desire. Las Vegas also has great shopping, museums, and some of the nations best golf. Although Las Vegas is primarily known for gambling, everything else is worth offering here as well.
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Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park is a park of extremes. It is a below-sea-level desert basin and the lowest spot in North America which reaches record summer heats, making it the hottest and driest spot as well. Despite its harshness, it is also home to Devils Hole, an incredibly deep geothermally heated water-filled cave that is the lone habitat of a rare fish. A great diversity of life can be viewed in Death Valley, despite its name, and it is a worthwhile place to visit for nature lovers. Over 1,000 species of plants can be found in Death Valley, and more than 50 are endemics, found nowhere else in the world. Visitors especially enjoy spring in Death Valley after rare rainstorms, which bring vast fields of wildflowers. In winter, towering peaks are dusted with winter snow. Death Valley is a popular location for camping, hiking, stargazing, four-wheel driving and mountain biking, when the temperatures are less extreme.
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Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree National Park is located just south of the town of Joshua Tree and 140 mi/225 km east of Los Angeles. With trees that look like they jumped from the pages of a Dr. Seuss children's book, the beautiful park is also a rock climbers' oasis—with desert, mountains and wilderness. After a quick visit to the Oasis Visitor's Center at Twentynine Palms or the Visitor's Center at Joshua Tree, drive to Jumbo Rocks to view the various rock formations and Skull Rock. Or meander through Cholla Cactus Garden and the thorny Ocotillo Patch. On clear days, which are pretty common, the panorama from Keys View extends beyond Salton Sea to Mexico. There are 12 self-guided nature walks in the park and ranger-guided tours are offered by reservation, including to Key's Ranch, a historic homestead. Permits are available for backcountry camping. The park is busiest in the winter, most notably with rock climbers. Summer in the park can be challenging during the day because of the extreme temperatures. There are no restaurants, hotels, gas stations or stores in the park, so prepare before you go. There are nine rudimentary campgrounds in the park, but only two of them (Black Rock and Cottonwood) have running water and flush toilets. There are no showers or other modern amenities in any of the campsites. Wildflower season is late February, and spring is a great time for bird-watching. http://www.nps.gov/jotr/index.htm.
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Greater Palm Springs
Greater Palm Springs
Greater Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley offers something for everyone. Find spas, hotels, golf courses, restaurants and casinos in Palm Springs, Indian Wells, Desert Hot Springs, Indio, Coachella. Southern California's desert communities offer world-class dining and resorts as well as a range of things to do, including outdoor activities at nearby Joshua Tree National Park, popular annual events such as art, music and film festivals, and stunning examples of mid-century modern architecture.
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Valid Date Ranges
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March 2026
| 03/01/2026 |
03/06/2026 |
$3,995 per person
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| 03/15/2026 |
03/20/2026 |
$3,995 per person
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