Hotel Pickup in Las Vegas (6:30–7:00 AM) – Meet your guide at your Las Vegas hotel and begin the drive toward the California desert.
Scenic Drive Through the Mojave Desert – Cross wide-open desert landscapes and pass historic Route 66 on the fastest, most direct route to Joshua Tree.
Local Mexican Lunch in 29 Palms – Stop in 29 Palms to pick up fresh, ready-to-go burritos so the rest of the day stays focused on exploring.
Cholla Cactus Garden – Walk through a dense field of cholla cacti, one of the most striking and photogenic areas in the park.
Skull Rock – Visit this well-known rock formation shaped by erosion into a skull-like profile.
Key’s View – Take in sweeping views over the Coachella Valley and the San Andreas Fault from one of the park’s highest overlooks.
Hidden Valley Nature Trail – Follow a short loop through classic Joshua Tree scenery with massive granite boulders and signature Joshua trees.
Depart Joshua Tree for Los Angeles (Mid-Afternoon) – Leave the park and continue west toward the city.
Arrival in Los Angeles (5:00–6:00 PM) – Finish your day with convenient drop-offs at your chosen Los Angeles location.