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Joshua Tree National Park and Palm Springs

Summary

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Our Palm Springs and Joshua Tree National Park guided biking and hiking tours feature distinctive accommodations for three nights in Palm Springs. Summer rains portend glorious wildflower blooms in late fall while the combination of select accommodations and breathtakingly diverse scenery form the ideal framework for this exciting and unique California cycling trip.

Recreational, Road bike
4 days
117 km / 73 mi
$ 2,945.-
  • Hike along some of Indian Canyon’s top trails
  • Rides and hikes in the famous Joshua Tree National Park
  • The palm canyons of the Santa Rosa foothills.
  • Deposit for this tour $ 500.- pp.

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Details

Type
Recreational, Road bike
Duration
4 days
Level
Easy = untrained, normal physical condition
Moderate = regular cyclist, good condition
Challenging = experienced, well trained
Moderate
Support
Guided = with cycling guide(s) - support van
Self Guided = individual - directions+maps
Guided
Daily distance
40-60 km / 25-37 mi
Total distance
117 km / 73 mi
Lodging
Deluxe = 4-5 star hotel or excellent B&B
Basic = 1-2 star hotel/motel or B&B
Camping = tent, sports hall or campus
Deluxe, full board
Luggage transport
Daily luggage transfers
Bicycle
Included
Dates
12 Nov 2023 - 15 Nov 2023
16 Nov 2023 - 19 Nov 2023
2024 start dates: Feb. 11, 15, Nov. 3 , 7
Start
Palm Springs
Finish
Palm Springs
Airport at start
International airport Palm Springs
Airport at finish
International airport Palm Springs

Prices *Please note the prices are subject to change depending availability*

Price per person / please note the prices are subject to change depending availability
The tour price per person
$ 2,945.-
Single supplement
If you travel alone a single supplement is charged. With some group tours you can avoid a single supplement by sharing a room with another rider.
$ 700.-

Itinerary

Included / Not Included – lodging


Day 1:

Start your Joshua Tree National Park bicycle tour with a ride through the famous neighborhood of Palm Springs. Enjoy a private dinner and reception at one of our favorite restaurants.
13 miles, Meals L, D Hotel: Hyatt Palm springs

Day 2:

Your introduction to strikingly beautiful Joshua Tree National Park begins at the Park’s Visitor Center. Ride by huge and unusual rock formations through a winding canyon that crosses the San Andreas Fault.
31, 45, or 53 miles, meals B, L Hotel: Hyatt Palm springs

Day 3:

Hike through Indian Canyons followed by Palm Canyon’s fan palm tree oasis after an introduction from a native Cahuilla Indian Park Ranger. You can also choose to ride to, or to and from, the start and endpoint of the planned hike.
15 miles meals: B, L, D hiking, Hotel: Hyatt Palm springs

Day 4:

Travel to Joshua Tree National Park for hikes up Ryan Mountain and to Skull Rock. We transport you back to Palm Springs after lunch.
Meals: B, L hiking

* This is a general itinerary. Tour itineraries are subject to change based on the group, available accommodations and other unforeseen circumstances such as the weather, local conditions, government intervention, that may affect the quality of the trip and/or safety of the participants. Please view this itinerary as an outline as to what to expect on this tour.

Included:

Support of experienced tour leaders from start to finish.
Full van support for a variety of route options
3 nights at a desert resort.
All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Rides and hikes in the famous Joshua Tree National Park
Baggage transfers and porterage
Complimentary use of equipment and bikes: Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105, Customized Fuji Absolute 2.0, Limited number of Electric Assist or E-bikes are also available
Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS

Not Included:

Flights to and from the tour
Night before and after the tour
Gratuity guides

Lodging

​Hyatt Palm Springs
This ethereal desert beauty is where urban enchantments meet spectacular scenery. Set in the heart of Palm Springs, this restorative retreat features a heated pool and outdoor bar, with magnificent views of the San Jacinto Mountains and the area's glimmering desert. (3 Nights)

A significant amount of health safety measures and trip modifications are currently in place and will continue into 2022. Out of an abundance of caution, we are requiring a proof of vaccination from our fully vaccinated guests and requiring non-vaccinated guests to get tested before traveling with us on any trip regardless of regional entry requirements within 48 hours prior to travel.

Map & Routes

Map
Satellite

Bicycle

Complimentary use of Sojourn’s equipment and bikes: Cannondale Synapse Carbon 105, Customized Fuji Absolute 2.0
Tandem Custom Built Cannondales or Co-Motions options at an added cost of $300.-
Limited number of Electric Assist or
E-bikes
are available.

Our bikes are issued with flat pedals. If you ride with clip-less pedals (SPD or similar), we suggest that you remove your pedals from your bike and bring them with you. Your tour leaders will install your pedals on your bike for use during your bike trip.

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A Typical Day
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