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Las Vegas to Los Angeles One-Way Tour via Joshua Tree National Park

Las Vegas, Nevada
  • One Way Tour: Ends In Los Angeles
  • From $139 Per Person
  • Min Age 5 Years Old
  • Small Group (Max 16 People)
  • Pick Up From Your Vegas Hotel
  • Departs Daily
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All vans upgraded with powerful rooftop A/C systems, built for the desert heat.

Tour Highlights

See the best of Joshua Tree in a single day, including Cholla Cactus Garden, Skull Rock, Key’s View, and Hidden Valley.

Travel the most scenic route between Las Vegas and Los Angeles, crossing wide-open desert landscapes and iconic Route 66.

Enjoy a curated, fast-moving itinerary that maximizes sights and minimizes wasted time.

Finish the day in Los Angeles after a full national-park experience you could never recreate on your own.

Introduction

Experience the fastest and most complete one-day Joshua Tree tour from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. Start your morning in Vegas and spend the day exploring the park’s signature landscapes: towering rock formations, sweeping desert vistas, and the world-famous Joshua trees. 

Your guide will lead you through the must-see highlights while keeping the pace smooth and efficient so you get the most out of every stop. 

End your day arriving in Los Angeles after a national-park adventure that delivers far more than a simple transfer ever could.

Price Includes

  • Direct Hotel Pickup
  • Joshua Tree National Park Entrance Fee
  • Light Breakfast
  • Bonus Stops
  • Unlimited Snacks
  • Unlimited Drinks

Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Tour Guide Gratuity
100% Free Cancellation Up To 48 Hours In Advance

The Added Benefits Of Touring Joshua Tree With Maxtour

Guided Photo Stops

Your guide manages timing, angles, and pacing so you leave with real photos, not rushed snapshots.

See Joshua Tree’s Greatest Hits in One Day

Experience the park’s most iconic stops—Cholla Cactus Garden, Skull Rock, Key’s View, and Hidden Valley, all carefully arranged to give you maximum scenery with zero wasted time.

More Than a Transfer

This isn’t just a ride to LA. It’s a full national-park adventure packed with photo-worthy landscapes and memorable moments you simply can’t get on a standard point-to-point shuttle.

Comfort From Start to Finish

Ride in our spacious high-roof vans with large viewing windows, cold air conditioning, and plenty of room to relax on the way to Los Angeles.

Small Groups, Better Experience

A limited group size ensures more time with your guide, easier movement at each stop, and a more enjoyable day exploring one of America’s most famous desert parks.

Locally Owned and Operated

Join a family-run Las Vegas company that knows the desert better than anyone.

Joshua Tree National Park Photo Stops

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Guest Reviews

robin mcreynolds Avatar
robin mcreynolds
10/02/2026
Went on the death valley and star gazing tour with Corey. It was great and Corey was very pleasant, accommodating, and knowledgeable. If you're going on this tour, I would suggest taking a red flashlight (or a red cellophane to place over a flashlight) and binoculars.

I also went on the Hoover dam and grand canyon west tour with Luis. This tour was also great. Luis was very knowledgeable, pleasant, and accommodating. If you do not do the skywalk, the guano point is much better than the eagle point so go over there sooner. Also, binoculars are good for this tour too.

They have plenty of snacks and bottled water and pop. A suggestion for the company would be to have a jug of water people can refill their own bottles with rather than just the bottles
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Jane Selig
10/02/2026
Amazing! The Skywalk is breathtaking. Jeff,our tour guide was knowledgeable and very funny. We made a couple extra stops at the bridge over Hoover Dam and in the Joshua Tree forest for some great sunset shots
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Bygone
10/02/2026
We had an amazing trip to Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, and a big part of that was thanks to our guide, Jon!

Jon was friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and took great care of us throughout the entire journey. It was a long drive from Las Vegas, but he made it so much more enjoyable. We especially loved his playlist—the music was great and made driving through the desert scenery even better!

We also really appreciated the food, snacks, and drinks he prepared for us. Everything was thoughtful and well organized. Jon also shared lots of interesting information about the landscapes, history, and places we passed along the way, which made the journey itself feel like part of the experience.

Our group happened to be mostly Asian travelers, so we were probably a little quieter and didn’t chat as much during the ride. But I really hope Jon knows that we were actually having a great time! Even when we weren’t talking much, we were listening, enjoying the music and scenery, and appreciating his energy and everything he shared with us.

Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend were absolutely incredible, but Jon made the long journey there and back just as memorable.

Thank you, Jon, for the great music, delicious food, interesting knowledge, positive energy, and for taking such good care of us. We might have been a quiet group, but we truly enjoyed the trip and really appreciated everything you did for us!

Highly recommended! Thank you for making our trip so special, Jon!
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Amrutha Nair
10/02/2026
We had a great experience on our 3 day Zion-Bryce-Grand Canyon tour. Everything was planned with a lot of detail. Ken, our guide was always interacting with us, sharing interesting facts and making sure we stay on time! Highly recommend MaxTours and Ken for anyone looking for a great trip.
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David Macfarlane (DMAC)
10/01/2026
I was in Vegas first time from Australia. Celeste was our tour guide and she was amazing. Easy pick up from my hotel Paris, small group of 15 made the day way more enjoyable as Celeste knew how to navigate the crowds, where to go, how to get those good photos. As a solo traveller she happily takes photos as well which helps. Lots of free snacks, drinks on board, stops along the way for rest toilets. The bus was modern, comfortable, air-conditioned etc. Celeste is a local so she really knew the landscape well, highly recommend Max Tours
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Angelf25
5 star rating
9/30/2026
Unforgettable family day trip – Chad was truly exceptional!! I booked this tour for our family—myself, my husband, and our two sons—and I honestly cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience. From start to finish, our guide, Chad, went above and beyond to make sure our day was smooth, comfortable, and memorable.
The morning kicked off early with a great photo stop at the iconic "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign before the major crowds arrived. As we headed out into the desert, Chad shared endless interesting facts and local history, keeping the energy lively and fun throughout the longer stretches in the van.
What really stood out was Chad’s genuine care and hospitality. He couldn't do enough for us! The van was constantly stocked with a fantastic selection of snacks and cold drinks, and he kept offering them to everyone throughout the day. He even reminded us to take whatever we liked back to our hotel at the end of the tour, as they restock with fresh supplies daily.
As a mum, my absolute favourite part was that Chad made sure our whole family was in the photos at every single stop. Usually one of us is stuck behind the camera, but Chad knew all the best angles and spots, making sure we walked away with fantastic full-family memories.
His insider tips were invaluable throughout the day:
* He gave us spot-on advice on where to eat at the Grand Canyon so we didn’t waste precious time queuing.
* He guided us on which gift shops had the best quality items and which ones to skip.
* He planned our comfort breaks thoughtfully, skipping unnecessary service stops and ensuring we always used clean, well-maintained facilities.
To top it all off, Chad even added spontaneous bonus stops whenever great opportunities popped up, including a detour on the return drive from the Grand Canyon where we got to spot local wildlife!
If you are travelling with family, do not hesitate to book this tour, our tour had a varied mix and all were catered for. And if you get Chad, you are in the very best hands and safe hands.

Thank you, Chad, for giving our family such a special day!
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Tour Itinerary

One Day Tour

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.

Lunch in 29 Palms – Stop in 29 Palms to pick up fresh, ready-to-go sandwiches 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 (6:00–7:00 PM) – Finish your day with convenient drop-offs at your chosen Los Angeles location.

100% Free Cancellation Up To 48 Hours In Advance

Frequently Asked Questions

Pickup in Las Vegas  is between 6:30–7:00 AM, with arrival in Los Angeles around 6:00  PM.

We offer direct pickup in Las Vegas at Las Vegas Strip and Downtown hotels, or hotels within 2 miles of the Strip or Downtown and drop-off at your choice of two centrally located Los Angeles hotels.

You may bring your own drinks and snacks, but we also provide unlimited drinks and snacks on all of our tours. Note that alcohol is forbidden on all tours because many visit federal landmarks with such restrictions.

Lunch is not included, we will stop to get sandwiches for a picnic in Joshua Tree National Park. 

We recommend close-toed shoes for maximum comfort, as we will be visiting rocky and deserty areas. Light-colored clothes and a hat are also recommended, especially during warmer months.

Walking is easy to moderate and optional at each scenic stop. All major viewpoints are accessible.

You’ll travel in a modern, premium air-conditioned van designed for maximum comfort during desert drives.

Each person is limited to one check in and one carry on piece of luggage.

Yes, we stop at visitor centers and rest areas with restroom facilities throughout the journey.

Yes, children ages 5 and up are welcome. Families enjoy the combination of sightseeing and travel.

Park fees and food vendor tips are included. Gratuities for your guide are optional but always appreciated.

You may cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds are available within 48 hours of departure.

All bookings are made online through our secure reservation system. We accept all major credit cards.

Yes, Joshua Tree National Park is located along a route between Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Stopping there allows visitors to see desert landscapes and rock formations without a separate trip. It adds sightseeing to an otherwise direct transfer.

Yes, some itineraries are designed as one-way tours with scheduled stops. This allows travel between cities while visiting national parks or landmarks. Travel time is extended to accommodate sightseeing.

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