Stunning rock formations and the contrasting greens of magnificent fan palms and more than 150 species of plants beckon travelers to the spectacular Palm Springs Indian Canyons.

This incredible journey in our classic Big Red Jeep Scramblers (CJ-8's) takes you into the lush palm oases of the magnificent Palm Springs Indian Canyons. 

On your adventure you will:

• Visit the ancestral home of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians as an expert naturalist guide entertains you with the history, culture, legends, and stories of the Cahuilla People.  Along the way you will learn about historic Rincon Village and the Cahuilla People's amazing understanding and use of desert plants.
• Enjoy a guided hike on a tranquil trail up Andreas Canyon that winds along a beautiful stream of cascading water features shaded by a canopy of Washingtonian Palms.  At the top of the trail you will emerge above the palms to enjoy a breathtaking view across to the steep cliff walls on the opposite side.  During this easy trek, you will visit ancient bedrock mortars, see a stunning array of desert flora,  and look down towards the chasms of hot bubbling waters which gave the Cahuilla the name Agua Caliente (meaning hot water).
• From the rim of Palm Canyon you will be able to take amazing photos of the largest natural palm oasis in the North American hemisphere.  Then you will enjoy a short nature walk to a magnificent water cave that frequently feeds water into the lush canyon below.  
• Relax, refresh, and shop for unique gifts and souvenirs at the Indian Trading Post which features Indian art and artifacts, books, jewelry, pottery, baskets, weavings, refreshments, and more.  

Your adventure also includes lunch at the popular Kaiser Grille Restaurant in Palm Springs (see menu).

Additional Information

Kaiser Grille Lunch Menu:

 

Lunch includes a half sandwich and choice of soup or salad. 

HALF SANDWICH OPTIONS
(Choose One)

• Tuna Melt : Albacore Tuna, Grilled Focaccia Bread, Swiss Cheese
  

• Grilled Eggplant Panini: Grilled Eggplant, Focaccia Bread, Mixed Greens, Roasted Bell Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Pesto
  

• Turkey Club: Roasted Turkey Breast, Cranberry Bread, Thick Cut Applewood Smoked Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Cranberry Orange Aioli
  

• Grilled Chicken Breast: Wood Oven Roasted Sweet Peppers, Spinach, Tomatoes, Focaccia Bread, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Aioli
  

• Turkey Panini Saltimbocca: Roasted Turkey Breast, Prosciutto, Mozzarella, Fresh Sage, Artisan Bread

• Kaiser Ham and Cheese: Honey Cured Ham, Gruyere Cheese, Brioche Bread

• Open Faced Tuscan Tartine: Prosciutto, Mortadella, Salami, Artichoke Spread, Shaved Aged Manchego Cheese, Artisan Bread
  

SOUP OR SALAD OPTIONS
(Choose One)

• Split Pea Soup
  

• Soup du Jour
  

• Wedge Salad
  

• Caesar Salad
  

• Mixed Field Greens Salad

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Your Tour Voucher:

• When your reservation is confirmed, you will be emailed a link to your Tour Voucher.  Please print out and bring this Voucher with you.   You will need to present it to the Kaiser Grille to show that you have already paid for your lunch.

• If you are unable to print out your Voucher, please call our reservation's desk at (760) 324-5337 prior to your tour and our reservation's agents can assist you.

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Tour Minimums / Maximums:

• This tour has a 2 person minimum.  If you are a single traveler please call our reservation's desk at 1-888-440-5337 ext. 102 Toll Free or 1-760-324-5337 locally to inquire about joining an existing tour or you may email tour.resv at red-jeep.com and we will get back to you within 24 hours.

• For reservations for 20 guests or more, please contact our Group Sales Department at (888) 440-5337 ext. 103 or (760) 831-6910.

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Tour Advisory: 

• Guests with neck, back, or serious injuries and women who are pregnant are advised to consult with their doctor before taking any Jeep Tour.  

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 Things to Bring:

• Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).  Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended.

• Wear comfortable clothing and dress in layers.

• Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.

• Don't forget your camera or video camera and make sure your batteries are charged up and you have plenty of film. 

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Inclusions: 

• 3-Hour Naturalist Guided Jeep Tour of the Palm Springs Indian Canyons

• Bottled water and granola snacks

• Admission fee for the Indian Canyons 

• Soup or Salad and Half Sandwich Lunch at the Kaiser Grille Restaurant - including tax and 18% gratuity

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Exclusions: 

• Guide gratuity is not included but is appreciated.

• Beverages are not included with lunch. 

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 Cancellation Policy:

• There is a 5% cancellation penalty for cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. 

• There is no refund for cancellations received within 48 hours of the scheduled tour departure or for no-shows.

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Reservations:

• Advanced reservations are required for this package.

• 48-hours advance notice is required for online bookings. 

• To make reservations for tours departing within 48 hours, please call Desert Adventures Tour Reservations Desk Toll Free at 1-888-440-5337 X 102 or Locally at 1-760-324-5337.

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Tour Departure Location:

• This tour departs from the Village Green Heritage Center in downtown Palm Springs:

  219 / 221 S. Palm Canyon Drive
  Palm Springs, CA 92262.
  
  While you are there, be sure to visit the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, Ruddy's General Store, The McCallum Adobe and the Cornelia White House.
  

  If you are joining the tour at the Village Green Heritage Center, please meet your jeep and guide in the loading zone immediately in front of the Village Green.

• Complimentary Hotel pickup is also available from all hotels/resorts in the City of Palm Springs. Hotel pickup is also available from Rancho Mirage for $25 additional.
  
  
• Hotel pickup in Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, or Indio is not available on this tour. If you are staying down-valley and require hotel pickup, please see our 3-Hour San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour which picks up at all hotels/resorts in the Cities of Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, and Indio.

This money-saving package combines a a fascinating naturalist guided tour of the spectacular Palm Springs Indian Canyons and a delicious lunch at the Kaiser Grille Restaurant. 

The Indian Canyon Jeep Tour departs daily from the Village Green Heritage Center (219/221 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs) at 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM.  Lunch is served next door at the Kaiser Grille (205 S. Palm Canyon Drive) and consists of your choice of soup or salad and half sandwich (see menu).  

Lunch time for guests on the morning tour is 12:15 PM and lunch time for guests taking the afternoon tour is 11:30 AM.  

Advance reservations are required for this package and are subject to availability. 

 

Things To Bring

• Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).  Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended.
• Wear comfortable clothing - we recommend you dress in layers as desert temperatures can change quickly.  In the cooler months (November through March), we suggest you bring a light sweater or jacket. 
• Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.
• Don't forget your camera or video camera - the photo opportunities are amazing!

Inclusions

This package includes a naturalist guided jeep tour of the Palm Springs Indian Canyons, bottled water and granola snacks, admission fee for the Indian Canyons, and lunch at the Kaiser Grille Restaurant (see menu) - including sales tax and 18% gratuity.

Exclusions

Guide gratuity for the jeep tour is not included but is appreciated.

Beverages are not included with lunch.

Cancellation Policy

There is a 5% cancellation penalty for cancellations received at least 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure. There is no refund for cancellations received within 48 hours of the scheduled tour departure or for no-shows.

Departs

Daily October - May Weekends Only June - September

Unavailable Dates

Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, New Years Day

Pickup/Departure

The primary departure point for this tour is the Village Green Heritage Center in downtown Palm Springs:

219/221 S. Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262.

While you are there, be sure to visit the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, Ruddy's General Store, The McCallum Adobe and the Cornelia White House.

If you are joining the tour at the Village Green Heritage Center, please meet your jeep and guide in the loading zone immediately in front of the Village Green.

Complimentary Hotel pickup is also available from all hotels/resorts in the City of Palm Springs. Hotel pickup is also available from Rancho Mirage for $25 additional.

Hotel pickup in Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, or Indio is not available on this tour. If you are staying down-valley and require hotel pickup, please see our 3-Hour San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour which picks up at all hotels/resorts in the Cities of Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, and Indio.

Drop-Off

Same as departure.

Additional Locations

Palm Springs, CA, United States
Cathedral City, CA, United States
Rancho Mirage, CA, United States
Palm Desert, CA, United States
Indian Wells, CA, United States
La Quinta, CA, United States
Indio, CA, United States
Desert Hot Springs, CA, United States
Thousand Palms, CA, United States

Duration: 3 Hours Availability: Sorry, there is no availability left for this option