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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 $199 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

Meghnad Padsalgikar Avatar
Meghnad Padsalgikar
3/10/2026
Tour is well planned. Sufficient time was given for every place. Fair coverage of places. Hotel for two nights was good. I was expecting different menu for breakfast. But it's ok. I would like to suggest to cover all meals in your cost. It takes time for every one to choose hotel and food for individual. U can have deal with specific hotel in route for meals . Car was good and in good condition.
Last but not the list ..Jim is amazing person
He was providing detailed information and answering every questions patiently. I must say that Jim is good asset Max tour has. Without him we would have missed something.
So over all experience was nice.
With the best regards

Dr Meghnad and Dr Bhagyashree
India
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Sean Gaynor
3/09/2026
We did the 3 day tour with Jim. It was worth every cent. It's long days in the van (6-7am starts and 8pm finishes) but stops every hour or so keep it manageable. I didn't feel like we were rushed out of anywhere either. You could definitely do it cheaper if you drive yourself but it was so easy with all the logistics taken care of. Jim also helped to take care of some dietary requirements for us which was much appreciated.

The tour itself was awesome, no dud stops at souvenir shops to pad time, everything was a great experience. The provided meals were pretty basic (pizza, chicken burgers, sandwiches and hotel breakfast) but did the job and saved a lot of time.

One tip - with the non residents park pass, don't stress too much about it - Jim helped the group to utilise the 4 adults per pass so it wasnt awkward asking strangers to cough up $67 to share with you!
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Kim M
5 star rating
3/09/2026
Fantastic visit We had a fantastic trip to Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam! Tran was an excellent tour guide and ensured that everyone had a wonderful time! We have wonderful pictures and memories thanks to Tran. Would highly recommend!
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Abishaa Jeevakumar
3/08/2026
We joined the 2-day, 1-night tour and had an amazing experience! Our guide, Scott was kind, patient and accommodating. He helped us take photos and shared interesting information about each landmark along the drive which we really appreciated. We never felt rushed at any point. The Grand Canyon, Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon were truly breathtaking. Everything was well organized and professional from beginning to end and we would absolutely book another tour with them again!
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Amy Baker
3/08/2026
Justin was an awesome tour guide! He not only answered all of our questions but he also took some amazing pictures for us. How much he loves his job (and the locations) really shows through in the way he makes sure we all enjoy it too.
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Andrea Welsh
3/08/2026
Easy and so much fun! Our guide picked us up right at our resort door, the van was roomy, clean and full of snacks which was perfect for our 5 year old and our own inner child. All of the adults in our group, CC and even our 5 year old, were entertained, informed, and had a great time. We loved our guide, Bobby, he made it great!
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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 three centrally located Los Angeles hotels.

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

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 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds are available within 24 hours of departure.

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

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