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 a delicious 3-course lunch or dinner at Trio Restaurant.

Additional Information

This package includes a three course lunch or dinner at Trio Restaurant.

Trio Restaurant Menu:

Choose one starter, entree, and dessert for each person.

• Hand Cut Potato Chips- Served with house made Ranch Dressing.

• Fried Artichoke Hearts - Served with Caper Aioli Dipping Sauce.

• Calamari - Hand Breaded to Order.  Lightly Fried with House Made Thai Dipping Sauce.

• Hummas - White Bean Hummas Served with Crostini.

• Soy Ceviche - Edamame, Tofu, Tomato, Cucumber, Avocado, Cilantro, Sriracha Chili, and Lime.

• Roasted Baby Beet Salad - Baby Beets, Mixed Greens, Pecans, Blue Cheese, Citrus Sections, and Balsamic Vinaigrette.

• Caesar Salad - Classic Caesar, Romano Cheese, and Croutons.

• Trio House Salad - Mixed Greens, Grated Carrot, Chopped Tomato, and Balsamic Vinaigrette.
  

• Roasted Half Chicken -Marinated in Garlic, Lemon, and Olive Oil.  Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Blue Lake Green Beans.

• Yankee Pot Roast - Slow Roasted with Carrots and Pearl Onions.  Served with Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes.  

• Australian Sole - Oven Roasted with Parsley, Capers, Lemon Zest, Bread Crumbs, and Brown Butter and Served with Israeli Couscous. 

• Fresh Fish Sandwich -Fresh Fish of the Day with Red Pepper Aioli and Served with House Made Slaw.

• Stacked Veggie Burger - Roasted Portobello, Eggplant, Roasted Red Pepper, Caramelized Onion, Basil Pesto, and Goat Cheese.  Served with French Fries.

• Trio Angus Burger - Seasoned Beef Topped with Blue Cheese.  Served on a Brioche Bun with French Fries.

• Fish and Chips - Hand Dipped White Fish with Lite Corn Meal Tempura.  Served with Fries and Slaw.

• Trio Mac and 5 Cheese - Fontina, Cheddar, Blue, Romano, and Goat Cheese, Bacon, and Green Onion.  Topped with Tomato and Bread Crumbs.

• Butternut Squash Ravioli - with Brown Butter and Crispy Sage.

• Rigatoni Al Forno - Baked Rigatoni, Sausage, Spinach, Roasted Red Pepper, Tomato, Fontina, Mozzarella, and Parmesan.

• St. Louis Style Spare Ribs - Chipotle Rub with House Made BBQ Sauce.  Served with Sweet Potato Fries and Slaw.

• Trio Bread Pudding

• Ice Cream Sundae

• When your reservation is confirmed, we will email you a Dining Voucher for your lunch if you will be eating before your tour.  Please print out and bring this Voucher with you.  You will need to present it to the restaurant when you arrive.  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.

• If you are taking a morning tour or dining after your tour, your tour guide will give you your Dining Voucher.

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

• Bottled water and granola snacks

• Admission fee for the Indian Canyons 

• 3-Course Lunch or Dinner at Trio Restaurant - Including 7.75% Sales Tax and 18% Gratuity.
  

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 an AMAZING 3-course lunch or dinner at Trio Restaurant.  This is our BEST VALUE Discover and Dine Package!!

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 nearby at Trio Restaurant (707 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Plam Springs).  Your jeep can drop you either back at the Village Green or at Trio Restaurant...whichever you prefer.  (If you return to the Village Green, it's just a 10 min. walk to Trio Restaurant).

The suggested lunch time for guests on the morning tour is 12:30PM and and for guests taking the afternoon tour the suggested lunch time is 11:00 AM.   Or you can choose to enjoy an early dinner following your tour (dinner reservations are accepted between 4-6:00 PM).  When you book your package, just put a note letting us know what time you would like to dine and we will make all the arrangements.

Advance reservations are required for this package and reservations 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 3-course lunch or dinner at Trio 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...or you can ask your guide to drop you off at Trio Restaurant for your lunch. (Return transportation is not included).

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