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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

100% Free Cancellation Up To 48 Hours In Advance
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Guest Reviews

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W. Fagundes
10/21/2026
I had a fantastic experience on the Maxtour trip to the Hoover Dam! The tour was completely on time, and our guide, Brian, was exceptionally polite, highly knowledgeable, and deeply dedicated to giving us a great tour. Having unlimited snacks and drinks provided was a wonderful bonus, and the vehicle was very comfortable with great A/C.

It was a fantastic experience—thank you!

[Wellington F.]
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Yilin Zheng
10/20/2026
Had an amazing 3-day tour! Packing so many iconic and breathtaking destinations into three days could easily feel rushed, but the itinerary was paced perfectly, giving us plenty of time to take in the views and snap photos.
A huge shoutout to our guide, Justin! He was knowledgeable, professional, and kept everything running smoothly from start to finish. Justin brought so much energy and context to every stop, sharing fascinating insights about the landscapes, history, and local culture.
If you're looking to explore the natural wonders of the American Southwest, I highly recommend this tour, and if you get Justin as your guide, you're in great hands!
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吳宥陞
10/20/2026
I’m extremely satisfied with this 3-day, 2-night Grand Canyon tour! Our tour guide, Justin, was absolutely amazing. He was incredibly patient and really knew what tourists love to see and experience! He managed our time so well, and we barely had to wait at any of the attractions, whether it was for the shuttles or the Lower Antelope Canyon tour. He also made sure we had plenty of water throughout the trip!

I’m TERRIFIED of heights. I start shaking when I’m more than six stories off the ground, but with Justin’s encouragement, I still managed to take so many amazing photos! It was absolutely worth it! 😭📸

And here’s the crazy part: my family actually joined one of Justin’s tours several years ago, and somehow, I ended up on a tour with him too! What an incredible coincidence. I feel so lucky! 🥹❤️

P.S. Justin is seriously NOT afraid of heights at all. The places he stood to take photos made ME nervous just watching him! 😂😂
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Seahorse Ranch Sanibel
10/19/2026
I had an excellent 3 day trip experience with Max Tours and our guide, Orlin. Orlin and Max Tours had every detail covered. Orlin went above and beyond his assignments...we experienced weather issues and a cancellation at the Lower Antelope; however, Orlin surprised us with unplanned sites that day in addition to getting us re-booked for another Antelope experience the next day. Orlin was quite knowledgeable on the history of our sites and played great music during our van rides. He had gone out of his way to create play lists that coordinated with our tour and our locations. The entire trip was punctual and organized. I would travel with this company again!
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mihai mos
10/19/2026
Overall, an exceptional experience that exceeded our expectations. In addition to the stunning natural beauty, the quality of service was outstanding. The scheduling and guidance provided for all activities were conducted with utmost integrity and professionalism.

Thank you, Orlin, for your attentive care and support throughout all the memorable moments of our unique vacation.
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Rozia Bell
10/18/2026
KATHY was wonderfulllll!!! Amazing energy! I hi, suggest taking a tour, request Kathy as your guide, you will love it.

We weren’t on the tour, we seen the tour while we were visiting seven Magic Mountains and we are definitely going to book a tour with her next.

She made it enjoyable!
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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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