Joshua Tree Architecture & Art Tour — Iconic Homes & Desert Art
Overview
From clay houses to dome houses to modern homes discover the artistic soul and visionary architecture of Joshua Tree.
This immersive 4 hour private tour takes you through the entire high desert region surrounding Joshua Tree starting from the Joshua Tree National Park areas to Pioneer Town and Rimrock you will explore the Joshua Tree desert and discover it's unique art and architectural beauty.
Explore iconic architectural homes like the legendary Doolittle House, and famous airbnbs like the Bonita domes and the Futuro house, along the tour we will stop at several art installations including Transmission, Noah Purifoy, and Desert Christ Park. This is a guided tour that will give you insight into the areas of Joshua Tree and the history and culture and explain how it became the iconic destination for so many travelers. We will start the tour by the Joshua Tree Saloon Bar in downtown Joshua Tree, this is a quick day trip from Palm Springs.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
Meeting Location
61835 29 Palms Highway
Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Joshua Tree
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Transmission Sculpture By Daniel Popper
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Noah Purifoy Desert Art Museum
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Integratron
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-335698P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private transportation.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Parking Fees.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Joshua Tree Architecture & Art Tour — Iconic Homes & Desert Art is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Joshua Tree Architecture & Art Tour — Iconic Homes & Desert Art will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
