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Palm Springs & Joshua Tree National Park
EXPLORER | 5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS
TREKTRAVEL.COM | 866-464-8735
PALM SPRINGS & JOSHUA
TREE NATIONAL PARK
A DESERT OASIS
From
Join us as we ride through Joshua Tree National Park, seek out one $2999
desert oasis after another, tour Palm Springs’ hidden architectural gems
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and sip cocktails like a lounge singer in style. Palm Springs is a one-of- Recreat io nal
kind mix of eye-candy landscapes including snow-capped mountains,
Hotel Styl e
spiky cacti, bright succulents, palm trees, and mid-century modern Explo rer
architecture. It's a retro town born and raised by Frank Sinatra and the
Rat Pack that feels vibrant and alive in its current style, which is its very Durati on
5 days | 4 night s
own. If there's one word we would use to describe the new Palm Springs
it's "glam," with a unique mix of both high style and access to world-class Start | End
natural resources all in one place. On our trip you will visit a river in the Palm Springs, CA
desert at the Whitewater Preserve, take a guided architecture tour and Dates
spend two full days in the stunning beauty of Joshua Tree National Park, 201 9/Sep
2020/Feb/Mar/Sep/Oct
all out of one perfectly situated hotel. There's truly no place like Palm
Springs, so we invite you to take advantage of the warming desert
sunshine on the bike as you discover this charming mid-winter getaway.
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TRIP WOWS
Experience Joshua Tree National Park and see jumping cactus, Keys Point and Jumbo Rocks
Take a guided architecture tour by bike and soak in the Mid-Century style of this old- and new-era Hollywood
getaway
Ride the Aerial Tramway to discover the majesty of the San Jacinto Mountains
Get lost in the vast, epic beauty of the Coachella Valley including the San Andreas Fault and the Santa Rosa and
San Jacinto Mountains
Relax at the iconic poolside bar or in the spa of your retreat-like home away from home, the Colony Palms Hotel
DAILY ITINERARY
2019
AV ID OPTION:
Day TOD AY 'S RID E:
Wh it e wa t e r Pr e se r ve t o
Wh it e wa t e r Pr e se r ve t o
B o t a n ic a l G a r d e n wit h
TOD AY 'S ACTIV ITY :
B o t a n ic a l G a r d e n T r a m wa y Clim b
Approximately 22 miles with 125 Approximately 29 miles with 1,600 Visit Mo o r t e n B o t a n ic a l
1
f eet of climbing f eet of climbing Garden
D ESCRIPTION:
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Colony Palms Hotel at 8:00 AM on the f irst day of the trip. Af ter a 30-
minute private shuttle, you'll arrive at the Whitewater Preserve. It's one of the greenest spots in the desert you've ever
seen, with a quiet sparkling river that bisects the grounds. Af ter a short round of introductions your guides will then
discuss the rules of bike saf ety and specif ic cycling tips f or riding in the Coachella Valley bef ore f amiliarizing you with
your Trek bicycle and ensuring a comf ortable f it. Then, you'll head out on a ride back to town with the option to add the
climb up to the aerial tramway station, a climb once f eatured in the Tour of Calif ornia. Take a break f rom the bike to
enjoy lunch at Palm Greens Caf e, a local and natural f oods restaurant located in downtown Palm Springs. Af ter lunch
you'll take a short stroll around Moorten's Botanical Garden where you can see and begin to learn about all of the local
cacti growing outside and inside their one- of - a kind "Cacterium." Then you'll ride a f ew miles back to the hotel where
you can take some time to relax bef ore joining the group f or the f irst social hour of the trip. Tonight you will raise a
glass at the stylish Truss & Twine, during which your guides will f ill you in on the details of the days to come. This f irst
evening’s dinner will take place at Birba, a local establishment f eaturing f resh Italian dishes and conveniently located one
block f rom the hotel.
HOTEL:
Colony Palms Hotel INCLU D ED MEALS:
VIS IT WEBS IT E Lunch | Social Hour | DinnerSHORT OPTION:
Day TOD AY 'S RID E:
J u m b o R o c ks t o Co t t o n wo o d
J u m b o R o c ks t o Ch o lla
Ca c t u s G a r d e n TOD AY 'S ACTIV ITY
Approximately 34 miles with 1,780 Approximately 14 miles with 300 E xp lo r e Wh it e T a n k a n d
f eet of climbing f eet of climbing Co t t o n wo o d S p r in g s
2 D ESCRIPTION:
Today we'll get acquainted with Joshua Tree National Park. Our day starts with an 80- minute shuttle to the Jumbo
Rocks campground. Be prepared to experience a landscape unlike any you have seen bef ore, if today is your f irst visit
to this exquisite park. We'll board our bikes and ride 14 miles to the Cholla Cactus Garden f or a chance to hike through
the cactus that can bite back. Along the way stop f or a quick walk at White Tank to see Arch Rock and wander among
the immense granite boulders. The ride f rom the cactus garden to Cottonwood through the Pinto Basin is a long
gradual climb as you head toward the south entrance of the park. We'll all meet f or a boxed lunch and another chance to
stretch our legs with a walk through the Cottonwood Springs palm oasis bef ore shuttling back to the hotel- - this
af ternoon's shuttle will take about 1 hour. Relax at the hotel with a good book by the pool then prepare f or a group
dinner at Workshop Kitchen. Located in the Uptown Palm Springs Design District on North Palm Drive just steps f rom our
hotel, this 2015 James Beard Award- winning restaurant f or best restaurant design f eatures a market- driven menu
comprised of seasonal f ood highlights harvested f rom local f arms.
HOTEL:
Colony Palms Hotel INCLU D ED MEALS:
VIS IT WEBS IT E Breakf ast | Lunch | Dinner
AV ID OPTION F OR AD D ITIONAL
Day TOD AY 'S RID E:
MILES:
Pa lm S p r in g s Win d F a r m
TOD AY 'S ACTIV ITY :
Pa lm S p r in g s Hist o r ic L o o p Re t urn
Approximately 15 miles with 500 Approximately 32 miles with 1335 Pr iva t e G u id e d Ar c h it e c t u r e
3
f eet of climbing f eet of climbing To u r a n d Ae r ia l T r a m wa y
D ESCRIPTION:
We have a quintessentially Palm Springs day in store. Our morning begins with an on- bike tour of the world- renowned
architecture of Palm Springs with local architecture expert Trevor O'Donnell. This relaxed morning ride will showcase the
history and culture surrounding mid- century modern architecture in southern Calif ornia as we pass by celebrity homes
of then and now. Af ter taking in Trevor's expertise, you may choose to add a f ew more miles through a giant solar and
wind f arm on the outskirts of town, or simply head into downtown Palm Springs f or lunch on your own. This af ternoon
of f ers a chance to shop, visit museums, head out to Tahquitz Canyon f or a hike or simply enjoy a massage at the hotel
spa (please note that spa visits are not included in the price of your trip). Take some time to rest up bef ore our f inal
activity of the day: an optional pre- dinner sunset aerial tram ride up to Mount San Jacinto State Park—temperatures at
the top of the tram can be up to 30 degrees cooler than the valley below so bring a jacket to take in the mesmerizing
views! Dinner tonight is on your own, in the heart of the city.
HOTEL:
Colony Palms Hotel INCLU D ED MEALS:
VIS IT WEBS IT E Breakf astTOD AY 'S RID E: SHORT OPTION: AV ID OPTION:
Day S ku ll R o c k t o J o sh u a T r e e
wit h Ke y s Vie w
S ku ll R o c k t o Hid d e n Va lle y
wit h Ke y s Vie w
T we n t y n in e Pa lm s t o J o sh u a
T r e e wit h Ke y s Vie w
Approximately 35 miles with 1,4 75 Approximately 21 miles with 1,24 0 Approximately 4 2 miles with 2,910
f eet of climbing f eet of climbing f eet of climbing
4 D ESCRIPTION:
Today we will enjoy the northern side of Joshua Tree National Park, with a ride through some of the most notable areas
of the park and plenty of chances to see the iconic Joshua Tree. We'll start with a one- hour shuttle to the Oasis
Visitor's Center in Twentynine Palms, where you can decide where you would like f or your ride to begin. If you're f eeling
up f or a climb to start the day, you can begin at the park's North Entrance Station. Alternatively you may choose to
begin at Skull Rock and take a moment to explore the nature trail here bef ore taking of f on your ride. Ascend to Keys
View, which of f ers an amazing view of the valley, including a panorama of mountain ranges and the San Andreas Fault.
Historically, this area was a f avorite hideout of cattle rustlers and there's also plenty of natural rock outcroppings
guaranteed to amaze. We'll then make our way to Hidden Valley and eventually to the town of Joshua Tree to enjoy
lunch at a local caf e and stroll around this f unky town. From there we'll shuttle an hour back to our hotel. Then, it's time
to channel your inner Sinatra f or a social hour f rom the Mini Bar in the captivating lobby of the Parker Palm Springs. For
dinner, you’ll part the velvet curtains of Mister Parker's, a classic Rat Pack throwback and French dining experience you
are sure to remember.
HOTEL: INCLU D ED MEALS:
Colony Palms Hotel Breakf ast | Lunch | Social Hour |
VIS IT WEBS IT E Dinner
TOD AY 'S RID E:
Day In d ia n Ca n y o n s L o o p
Approximately 16 miles with 54 0
f eet of climbing
5
D ESCRIPTION:
Sadly, it's one more f or the road as we say goodbye to the swanky lif e in Palm Springs. Take a spin through the south
side of town and onto the Agua Caliente Indian Reservation f or a view of Palm Canyon. This sacred land has been home
to the Agua Caliente band of Cahuilla Indians f or nearly 5,000 years and supplied the original namesake f or the Palm
Springs region. Af terwards we'll ride back to the hotel f or f inal goodbyes and departure to the Palm Springs
International Airport.
HOTEL:
Colony Palms Hotel INCLU D ED MEALS:
VIS IT WEBS IT E Breakf ast
WHAT'S INCLUDED
For us, the details matter most
Every moment of a Trek Travel bike t rip has more t han you could have ever dreamed. More romance. More scenery. More choice.
It 's t he lit t le addit ions t o every Trek Travel cycling vacat ion t hat make it t ruly special. And t hat 's how we help you creat e more
memories.
What's Included
• 4 night s of accommodat ion at handpicked hot els
• Two experienced guides t o provide local knowledge, support , and camaraderie
• Daily rout e support wit h bot h guides and our support van
• Daily breakfast , 3 lunches and 3 dinners
• 2 social hours of drinks and hors d'oeuvres
• Ride a Trek Domane SL 7 disc, Trek's newest Elect ric- Assist , or a Trek 7.6 FX Hybrid
• Up t o t hree daily rout e opt ions on riding days
• Snacks and drinks for each day's ride
• Trek Travel Bont rager cycling jersey t o keep
• Trek Travel wat er bot t les t o keep
• Cinch sack day bag t o keep
• Each bike is equipped wit h a Garmin Edge 1030 GPS comput er, flat pack, front and rear Bont rager Flare R light s, a Bont rager
saddle and pedals (Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mount ain pedals, caged or flat pedals)
• Bont rager WaveCel helmet s
• All grat uit ies for drivers, local expert s and hospit alit y st aff• All luggage t ransfers and t ransport at ion during your t rip
• A personalized phot obook of your t rip
• Ent rance fees for all act ivit ies, privat e t ours and event s
Gear
•Trek Domane SL 7 disc carbon road bike wit h Shimano Di2 elect ronic shift ing or Trek 7.6 FX Hybrid bike
•Trek Elect ric Assist XM700+ also available in a limit ed quant it y
•Trek Travel Bont rager cycling jersey t o keep
•Trek Travel wat er bot t les t o keep
•Cinch sack day bag t o keep
•Shimano clipless road pedals, Shimano clipless mount ain pedals, caged or flat pedals
•Bont rager WaveCel helmet
•Bont rager men's and women's specific saddles
•Bont rager front and rear Flare R light s and a flat pack
•Garmin Edge 1030 GPS comput er
•Upgrade your bike t o include carbon wheels (+$200)
•Coupon valued up t o $500 off a new Trek Bicycle. Your coupon will be delivered via email prior t o your t rip.
•For the most comfortable ride, you may choose to bring your own pedals, saddle, and helmet on the trip. Your guides will install
your gear on the first day during your bike fit.
THANK YOUR GUIDES, BY TIPPING
Grat uit ies for your Trek Travel guides are not included in your t rip price. We recommend t ipping 7.5- 10% of your t rip price for t he
guide t eam. Local currency is preferred and unless you want t o t ip separat ely, guides will divide t ips amongst t hemselves. Please
t ip your guides at your discret ion, based on t heir level of professionalism, guest care and service.
What’s Not Included
• Airfare and t ransport at ion t o and from t he t rip pick- up/drop- off locat ions
• Lodging before and aft er t he t rip
• Personal it ems purchased during t he t rip
• Opt ional act ivit ies not scheduled by Trek Travel
• On select t rips some meals are not included. On t hese t rips, Trek Travel invit es you t o explore t he local cuisine at your leisure.
HOTELS
COLONY PALMS HOTEL
P A LM SP R I N GS, C A LI F O R N I A
New ho t el in 2 0 19 ! Tucked away
in t he heart of Palm Springs, t he
Colony Palms Hot el has been one of
t he desert 's most iconic ret reat s
since 1936 — Sinat ra once even
called it his home away from home.
The Colony Palms has a rich and
int erest ing past and was formerly
called t he Colonial House, Howard
Manor and The Palms at Palm Springs
over it s nine decade- spanning hist ory
as a glamorous landing pad for t he
rich, t he famous and t he infamous.
The propert y underwent an
ext ensive renovat ion designed in
collaborat ion wit h Los Angeles based
designer Mart yn Lawrence- Bullard in
2017, and was renamed t he Colony
Palms Hot el. This beaut iful 3- acre
ret reat , locat ed just one block from
t he Palm Springs design dist rict ,
feat ures Spanish Colonial st ylearchit ect ure, a secluded pool and
iconic poolside bar in t he inner
court yard, an on- sit e spa and t he
Purple Palm Rest aurant .
MEETING &
DEPARTING
How To Get There Meeting Time And Location
We suggest t hat you arrive at least Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at t he Colony Palms Hot el (572 Nort h Indian
one day prior t o t he t rip st art , which Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California 92262) at 8:00 AM on t he first day of t he
will enable you t o adjust t o t he t ime t rip. Please arrive dressed in your cycling clot hes wit h your cycling gear easily
zone and minimize t he risk of missing accessible in a daybag, separat e from your luggage. Please bring along some
t he t rip st art due t o flight - relat ed clot hes and shoes for exploring t he Moort en Bot anical Garden in your daybag as
delays. We recommend you fly int o well. Aft er you meet your guides you will be shut t led 30 minut es t o t he
Palm Springs Int ernat ional Airport Whit ewat er Preserve where your guides will lead a short round of int roduct ions
(PSP) which was named one of and give an orient at ion and safet y t alk. They will make sure you have a
"America's Most St ress- Free comfort able fit on your bike before heading out on t oday's ride.
Airport s" by Smart er Travel.
If you will be lat e for t he pick- up or are going t o miss it alt oget her, please inform
Palm Springs Int ernat ional Airport is your guides. You will receive an email a week before t he t rip st art wit h t heir names
locat ed t wo miles east of downt own and cont act det ails. If you cannot reach t hem, please call our hot el, t he Colony
Palm Springs. Taxis run regularly t o Palms Hot el (760 969 1800) and leave a message wit h your expect ed arrival t ime
and from downt own Palm Springs for and cont act det ails. A t axi from t he airport t o t he hot el will cost approximat ely
about $15, and t ake about 10- 15 $15.
minut es.
Departing Time And Location
Your guides will shut t le you from t he Colony Palms Hot el at 11:00 AM t o t he Palm
Springs Int ernat ional Airport , arriving at approximat ely 11:15 AM.
COLONY PALMS HOTEL
Before & After: Palm Tucked away in t he heart of Palm Springs, t he Colony Palms Hot el has been one
of t he desert 's most iconic ret reat s since 1936 — Sinat ra once even called it his
Springs, California home away from home. The Colony Palms has a rich and int erest ing past and was
formerly called t he Colonial House, Howard Manor and The Palms at Palm Springs
The desert unfolds int o an oasis, over it s nine decade- spanning hist ory as a glamorous landing pad for t he rich, t he
bot h quirky and st ylish, rust ic and famous and t he infamous. The propert y underwent an ext ensive renovat ion
glam. Palm Springs is a lesson in designed in collaborat ion wit h Los Angeles based designer Mart yn Lawrence-
hist ory, archit ect ure, art , Hollywood Bullard in 2017, and was renamed t he Colony Palms Hot el. This beaut iful 3- acre
and t he birt h of t he cool. Here, ret reat , locat ed just one block from t he Palm Springs design dist rict , feat ures
eclect ic art ist s, hipst ers, nat urist s, Spanish Colonial st yle archit ect ure, a secluded pool and iconic poolside bar in t he
ret irees and t hose simply looking for inner court yard, an on- sit e spa and t he Purple Palm Rest aurant .
a weekend escape from Los Angeles
blend on t he st reet s, in t he st ylish www.colonypalmshot el.com | $300- 350
rest aurant s and around t he invit ing
pools and gardens of chic hot els. THE PARKER PALM SPRINGS
There's no place like Palm Springs
and we t hink t hat 's a fant ast ic You can pract ically pict ure old Hollywood t ypes, lounging by t he pool, sipping
reason t o visit . We recommend t he Cosmos and gossiping about t he t rades. This hot el, renovat ed by famed designer
following accommodat ions for your Jonat han Adler, has long been an iconic escape for t he lauded gent ry when t he
pre and post - t rip hot el: gat es of Beverly Hills become t oo st ifling. Dig deeper and you'll find a t rue escape,
where Medit eranean villas, t ennis court s, a spa and landscaped grounds bot h
surprise and delight .
www.t heparkerpalmsprings.com | $300- $400THE ACE HOTEL AND SWIM CLUB
Vint age. That 's all we can say about t he Ace. Mid- Cent ury st yle rules every nook
and cranny of t his classic dest inat ion. It 's t he best of what we love in Palm
Springs - vint age art , vint age archit ect ure, vint age design and clean, cool rooms
t hat are bot h invit ing and hip at t he same t ime. Bring your Wayfarer sunglasses for
a sit by t he pool here, and you'll fit right in.
www.acehot el.com/palmsprings | $200- $300
* Hot els list ed above are local propert ies we love. We do not have special rat es available.
FAQS
What Are The Daily Rides What are the options for a non-rider travel companion?
Like?
On most Trek Travel t rips, we offer non- riding opt ions for riders who want t o t ake
• Rider Type | 2 - Recreat ional t he aft ernoon off, or t ravel companions who want t o spend lit t le or no t ime in t he
saddle. Some of t hese opt ions may need t o be scheduled before your t rip–please
• Average Daily Mileage | 24 cont act one of our Trip Consult ant s for more informat ion. Expenses and/or
• Terrain | Undulat ing relat ed t ransport at ion t o t hese act ivit ies may not be included in t he t rip price.
• Average Daily Elevat ion | 884 feet Some non- riding opt ions on t his t rip are:
• Tot al Miles | 122
• Tot al Elevat ion | 4,420 feet • Lounge by t he hot el pools
• Aerial Tramway
Averages and t ot als are calculat ed • Hike t hrough numerous preserves, Mount San Jacint o St at e Park or Joshua Tree
from our "Today’s Ride" opt ions. Nat ional Park
• Archit ect ure Tour
The t errain ranges from flat t o rolling
wit h some longer climbs in t he • Bot anical Gardens
nat ional park on Days 2 and 4. • Spa
Downt own Palm Springs is an urban
environment and t he rides t hat st art
and/or finish at our hot el do feat ure Trip Changes
some urban riding on roads wit h
t raffic, alt hough roads wit h bike lanes See it inerary for specific daily ride dist ances and elevat ion opt ions. On all of our
are used as much as possible. Our vacat ions, Trek Travel st rives t o find quiet , paved secondary roads or bike pat hs
Palm Springs and Joshua Tree t o experience a region; busy roads are avoided as much as possible. Our it ineraries
Nat ional Park t rip is best suit ed for are an approximat ion of our t rips. Trek Travel st rives t o offer every guest a
our Type 2 Riders. Our Trek Travel vacat ion of a lifet ime on every t rip. At t imes rout es, hot els, act ivit ies, et c. list ed
guides can also accommodat e Type here may change at t he discret ion of t he t rip designer or guides t o improve t he
1 Riders, who seek less mileage or t rip experience.
fewer uphills, wit h a boost in t he van.
Those who wish t o ride every mile
but are concerned about t heir
physical abilit y may want t o t ry our
elect ric bike opt ion–you st ill get a
workout but can climb alongside
even t he st rongest rider. Type 3
Riders will enjoy t he ext ra mileage
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