Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism - Palm Springs Travel Information, Hotels, Specials and Things to Do

Sit back and let us do the work — tour operators in Palm Springs have a number of ways for you to see the city and surrounding areas.
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway Guided tours are available which highlight the marriage of Elvis and Priscilla, named by People magazine as one of the eight great romances of the century. A docent will explain the memorabilia and comment on the many stories about them, including the fact that Lisa Marie was born exactly nine months from the date of the honeymoon. A short film will focus on the architectural aspects of the house and Palm Springs in general. A box lunch is available if requested and souveniers may be purchased. Visitors will be shown the famous "escape route" which left the press in front of the house speechless as the famous couple flew to Las Vegas to be married. Also, visitors will enjoy seeing old photographs of Elvis "in the Building". *1350 Ladera Circle* 760 322-1192 www.elvishoneymoon.com/ .............................................................................................................................
O'Donnell House Tours Guests will be ushered up the long driveway by carts and immediately be struck by the view. They will then enjoy a 90 min. tour, beginning with the local indian lore and the arrival of John Guthrie McCallum in 1884. The tour will encompass the early days through to the current. The house is filled with beautiful original tiles and stonework. It is meticulously restored with all period furniture (1920's). They will also be given the history of Thomas O'Donnell and Nellie Coffman and their major contributions to the valley. They will then be carted back down the hill, hopefully a little wiser about the valley and the history of PS. Tours available daily by appt. 760-880-9358 or 800-966-9597 *412 West Tahquitz Canyon Way* 760-880-9358 800-966-9597 www.thewillowspalmsprings.com .............................................................................................................................
Airplane/Helicopter Tours
Platinum Helicopters "Enjoy nature's beautiful San Jacinto Mountains from the best vantage point around. Platinum Helicopters provides Corporate/VIP transportation throughout Southern California, Arizona and Nevada. Aerial real estate survey, sightseeing/tours, movie/TV camera services, as well as all commercial operations. Custom tour packages available in both Palm Springs and Santa Barbara." www.platinumhelicopters.com *Palm Springs, CA* 760-322-6700 Santa Barbara, CA 805-484-6900 562-810-8047 (Cell) www.platinumhelicopters.com .............................................................................................................................
Landells Aviation Helicopter tours with mountain-experienced pilots 760-329-6468 .............................................................................................................................
Sailplane Enterprises Soar and glide with FAA certified pilots as you and a friend thrill to a motor less flight tour of the desert from either Desert Resorts Regional Airport in Thermal and Hemet-Ryan Airport 951-658-6577 www.sailplaneenterprises.com .............................................................................................................................
Balloon Flights
Balloon Above the Desert Spectacular balloon flights daily at sunrise and sunset! Peacefully float over the desert in the worlds first form of aviation. It is experience everyone should enjoy! 760-776-5785 www.balloonabovethedesert.com .............................................................................................................................
Desert Balloon Charters Champagne flights over the beautiful desert landscape. 760-398-8575 .............................................................................................................................
Fantasy Balloon Flights Fantasy Balloon Flights promises the best time you've had in years! Sunrise or sunset champagne adventures in state-of-the-art balloons with champion pilots. Group, senior and family discounts. 568-0997 800-GO-ABOVE www.fantasyballoonflights.com .............................................................................................................................
Ground Tours
AAA Five Star Adventures Take an exclusive step INSIDE the Elvis House, where he lived and made his music, on the original Best of Palm Springs Tour. This is a tour of "Little Hollywood," the glamorous movie colony, and the history of the valley in a comfortable coach. Include the Indian Canyons with thousands of towering palms, spectacular rock formations, and clear running streams. On Thursday, add the Aerial Tramway. Get on board our Jeep and ride off road on the San Andreas Fault Line. Visit a lush palm oasis and take easy walks in the Badlands. Take a tour of Joshua Tree, one of America's most unique and beautiful parks. Explore the Mojave and Colorado Deserts and see Joshua Trees, cactus gardens, desert wild life, and a stunning vista from Keys View all the way to Mexico. 760-320-1500 (800) 951-9495 www.fivestaradventuresinc.com .............................................................................................................................
Adventure Hummer Tours Daily eco-adventures on open air military Hummers to visit the Canyons of the San Andreas Fault and Joshua Tree National Park. You will visit a 30,000 acre preserve where you will step inside the original cabin that started Palm Springs and explore the oldest canyons in the country with an expert guide aboard the smoothest of off road vehicles. Guests are taken to the edge of a volcanic summit where you can see all the way to Mexico. Choose between our 3 hour afternoon tour or a deluxe 4 hour tour. Pick ups are offered at most resorts. Toll Free 877-WE-HUMMER For reservations please call 1-877-WE-HUMMER 760-285-0876 www.AdventureHummer.com .............................................................................................................................
Bighorn Bicycles The Palm Springs bicycle rental and tour company. Knowledgeable guides, great destinations. Electric bikes for sale or rent. Hourly and Daily *302 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs* 760-325-3367 .............................................................................................................................
Big Wheel Tours Rugged off-road tours to Joshua Tree and red Canyon. On or off-road bike tours available and bicycle rentals also available. Guided hiking tours through the Indian Canyons, the Salton Sea or the San Andreas Fault. 760-779-1837 www.bwbtours.com .............................................................................................................................
The Best of the Best Tours Indian Canyon Tours Every Day Rich & Famous City/Celebrity Tour Every Day Windmill Tours - Wed. thur Sat at 9:00a 11:00a and 2:00p Bonanza Tour / combination of Indian Canyons / Celebrity Tour and the Windmill Combo Tour/ Indian Canyon / Celebrity - Combo Tour/Celebrity Tour / Windmills *Spa Resort & Casino* (760) 320-1365 100 N. Indian Canyon www.thebestofthebesttours.com .............................................................................................................................
Celebrity Tours Imagine yourself living the good life in the desert on one-and-two-hour guided sight seeing tours to movie stars homes, country clubs or our unique date farms. 760-770-2700 www.celebrity-tours.com .............................................................................................................................
ClassiCab Bask in air-conditioned comfort in luxury sedans and vans as you pass by celebrity homes or travel to hiking tours. Day trip to Los Angeles, wineries and San Diego, Multilingual drivers. 760-322-3111 www.classicab.com .............................................................................................................................
Covered Wagon Tours of Coachella Valley Preserve Leap back in time on a covered wagon drawn by draft mules. Narrated for individuals or groups. Western cookouts and live entertainment. September-June 760-347-2161 www.coveredwagontours.com .............................................................................................................................
Desert Adventures Jeep Eco Tours DESERT ADVENTURES® JEEP ECO TOURS & SPECIAL EVENTS - is the only outdoor adventure company that can take you to a private 1,000 acre preserve located on the San Andreas Fault. We offer miles of pristine desert, a private natural palm oasis, and amazing steep-walled canyons to explore and our award-winning tours feature interactive displays to bring your tour to life. Life is an adventure...Make it a Desert Adventure! Visit our website to SAVE UP TO $20 PP OFF OUR REGULAR PUBLIC TOUR RATES! *74-794 Lennon Place, Suite A, Palm Desert CA 92260* 760- 340-2345 888-440-JEEP(5337) Toll Free www.red-jeep.com .............................................................................................................................
Desert & Beyond Tours Desert & Beyond Tours offering you an array of tours. Enjoy an interactive tour of the grandest sites in the Coachella Valley & Palm Springs celebrity homes. What to go beyond the desert? Not a problem, we also offer tours to Various Locations, the Price IS Right & much more. *2377 Tahquitz Canyon Way* 760-673-7334 .............................................................................................................................
Desert Safari/Trail Discovery Be amazed on eco-tours and guided hikes of Indian Canyon, Joshua Tree and the mountains beyond the Tram. Two hours to full day. Full-moon night expeditions. Runners welcome. 760-325-HIKE (4453) 888-324-HIKE www.desertsafari.com .............................................................................................................................
Elite Land Tours HUMMER Adventure Tours HUMMER H2 tours to magnificent unspoiled, remote locations. Experience a sense of adventure and discovery with an unexpected twist - luxury! We'll take you to breathtaking locations in air-conditioned comfort in the world's best-in-class all-terrain HUMMER H2 with knowledgeable, expert guides. All tours include resort pickup, admissions, gourmet snacks, and an assortment of refreshments. *540 South Vella Road, Palm Springs, CA 92264* 1-800-514-HUMM(4866) Toll Free or 1-760-318-1200 www.elitelandtours.com .............................................................................................................................
Jurassic Expeditions Experience "Earth in Motion," three-hour luxury motor coach eco-adventure tour of the San Andreas Fault. 760-862-5540 www.jurassicexpeditions.com .............................................................................................................................
Palm Springs Modern Tours A fun and comprehensive three-hour citywide overview of Palm Springs mid-century modern architecture and more. Learn about the masters of mid- century design who lived and worked in the desert (Frey, Wexler, et al) as well as the internationally famed others who brought innovation to the desert architecture in the Post-War era (Neutra, Lautner, et al). Tours are small (in a mini-van) so advance reservations are strongly recommended. 760-318-6118 .............................................................................................................................
Palm Springs Windmill Tours Learn how 3,500-plus windmills generate one and a half percent of California's electricity. Bring your cameras and hang on to your hats! The tours are done Wed. thru Sat. call for times. Price $10.00 to $25.00 dollars. *Spa Resort & Casino* 760 320-1365 100 N. Indian Canyon www.thebestofthebesttours.com .............................................................................................................................
Sky Watcher Look up! Nobody does nighttime better than the desert. Sky guides will lead you on the star-gazing tour of a lifetime. *44-489 Town Center Way, Palm Desert* 760-345-2363 .............................................................................................................................
Palm Springs Segway Architectural Tours Step onto a Segway PT and join the Palm Springs architectural guide Robert Imber for an up close and personal look at some of the desert's most notable architecture. We will provide complete training and safety equipment. All you provide is the desire for the most unique one of a kind experience you ever had. Reservations are necessary for the tour scheduled. Tour is limited to small a group. email: segcessory@gmail.com 760- 200-6693 .............................................................................................................................
Palm Springs Tours & More Palm Springs Tours & More offers local sightseeing of the Movie Stars Homes & Hideaways, Mid-Century Architecture, Palm Springs History and Desert Sightseeing. Join our private customized tours or comfy bus tours which run anywhere from a couple hours to all day visiting locations throughout Southern California. Book ahead for annual trip on January 1st to The Pasadena Rose Parade. Info@travelbysunshine.com attn: Melody *14080 Palm Drive #175* 760-329-2205 Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 760-329-2204 .............................................................................................................................