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Discover how the rich and famous transformed Palm Springs, the playground of the stars. Relax on a tour of the Palm Springs area with a local guide, visit Joshua Tree National Park, and traverse the scenic Palms to Pines Scenic Byway. View the spectacular San Jacinto Mountains valley from an aerial tram, explore modern art at the Palm Springs Art Museum, go on a safari adventure at the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens, and more.
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February 26, 2023 - March 5, 2023
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Price Per Person
Double
$3799
Single
$4699
Final Payment Date: 12/28/2022
Day 1 : Fly to California
We arrive in California’s inviting desert oasis to enjoy seven nights in a centrally located hotel.
Day 2 : Palm Springs Sights
Begin each day with an included breakfast. Today we explore the greater Palm Springs area with a local guide. We’re introduced to native geology, desert wildlife and the role of wind energy. Discover how indigenous peoples and early settlers thrived on this desert floor, how the rich and famous transformed Palm Springs into a playground for the stars and how this area became a home for aficionados of modern architecture.
Day 3 : Joshua Tree National Park
This unique park preserves nearly a thousand square miles of Joshua Trees which have adapted to the harsh desert climate. Watch for wildlife and migrant birds. Keys View lookout provides panoramic views of the Coachella Valley. We also tour Gubler Orchids, a nursery featuring orchids, carnivorous plants, and exotic flowers.
Day 4 : Palms to Pines Scenic Byway
Today we discover diverse ecosystems including snow-peaked mountains, conifer forests and desert palms as we travel the Palms to Pines Scenic Byway. Traversing this picturesque byroad, we make stops at the Idyllwild Nature Center and travel through the expansive Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument. The afternoon is at your leisure to relax poolside or do some shopping. This evening, enjoy an authentic Old West experience as we travel by covered wagon through the Coachella Valley Preserve. Our included dinner is a tasty barbecue with western entertainment.
Day 5 : VillageFest
Enjoy spectacular views of the San Jacinto Mountains and valley from a spectacular aerial tram. Later we visit the Palm Springs Art Museum, home to an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art, glass, photography, architecture and Native American and Western art. Discover celebrated pieces by Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and Ansel Adams. This evening we visit VillageFest, a festive international bazaar with live entertainment.
Day 6 : The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens
Today we encounter representations of ten major desert regions at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens. Our safari adventure features incredible animals from North America and Africa including giraffes, mountain lions, leopards, zebras, cheetahs, and many more. Lunch is included at a date orchard. We have time to explore their magnificent gardens and shop for delicious dates. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 7 : Street Fair or Air Museum
This morning enjoy an optional visit to the Street Fair at the College of the Desert or to the Palm Springs Air Museum. We reminisce with new friends at our Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner.
Day 8 : Fly Home
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Tour days tend to be shorter in length, at a relaxed pace, and include lots of unscheduled time for leisure. Expect standing and walking for extended periods of time on flat surfaces, mostly low altitudes, and consistent temperatures.
Tour days usually move at a leisurely pace. Some days’ scheduled activities last longer than others. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on occasionally uneven terrain. You may experience changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a consistent pace, and may include long travel days. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on uneven surfaces. Some destinations may have changes in altitude and/or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a brisk pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on uneven surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a vigorous pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on rough surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.