Palm Springs Desert Getaway
February 10-13, 2026
Full Price: $2695
Activity Level — Moderate
Travelers should be able to walk quite a bit without assistance. This trip is not wheelchair accessible.
Trip Overview
Welcome to your quick and easy escape to sunny Southern California, where palm trees sway beneath rugged mountain peaks and desert cacti blooms burst with color.
Escape winter climes for warm Palm Springs and the surrounding desert as you explore and relax with a group of fun and adventurous women.
This is an all-women, small-group trip.
Californians are proud of this region’s unique natural beauty, and you’ll soon see why as you explore Joshua Tree National Park and the mid-century modern haven of Palm Springs.
Your California getaway has all the best ingredients for a perfect vacay: delicious meals, a centrally located hotel stay, a visit to the “Village Fest” Market, a guided tour into Joshua Tree, and spa time in mineral springs.
You’ll stay right where the action is so that you can also easily visit the Palm Springs Art Museum and do some shopping.
Leave the details to us and prepare to be inspired by the magic of Palm Springs and Joshua Tree.
MAIN ATTRACTIONS
Visit the mid-century modern haven of Palm Springs
Learn about the region’s history and wildlife
Enjoy a picnic lunch with your Bold Spirit crew
Explore Joshua Tree National Park on a guided tour
Indulge in a luxurious spa day
Explore Palm Springs many shops and art galleries
Discover the Night “Village Fest” Market
Savor and sip at a group dinner
Meet other bold women who love travel as much as you do!
“Such a fun trip with an amazing group of women. Having a small group allowed us to get to know each other and bond. None of us knew each other at the start and by the end of the weekend there were hugs all around. So glad I decided to attend and would not hesitate to do another trip with Bold Spirit Travel.”
Activity Highlights
Connecting with other Bold Spirit women
Exploring chic Palm Springs
Group meals
Guided Joshua Tree visit
Spa visit at mineral springs
Guided tour of Palm Springs
Expert Bold Spirit tour leader
DETAILED Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to California
Arrive in Palm Springs at Palm Springs International Airport. Grab a taxi or a rideshare to the hotel.
Check into the hotel and get settled. Hit the pool or take a walk around downtown Palm Springs. Maybe check out the famous Marilyn Monroe statue in the center of town.
Your hotel is right in the middle of Palm Springs so you are within walking distance to tons of cute shops, bars, cafes, and restaurants, not to mention the Palm Springs Art Museum.
In the afternoon, meet up with the whole Bold Spirit Travel crew for a fabulous tour of the city hosted by legendary Palm Springs queens! Led by a cast of high-heeled historians who serve up fact-based storytelling with a side of sequins, every tour is a glitter-drenched love letter to Palm Springs.
After the tour, enjoy a welcome dinner with your Bold Spirit crew.
*Note, you may like to come to Palm Springs a day early and enjoy the pool and sunshine before the tour starts. Ask us for more information about this.
Meals: Dinner
Hotel: Hilton Palm Springs or similar
Day 2: Joshua Tree journey
Fuel up with a plentiful breakfast at the hotel before a day trip into the desert.
Get ready for a journey through two deserts and the transition zone between two ecosystems on this guided adventure to the one-and-only Joshua Tree National Park—home of jumbo boulders, mind-bending landscapes, and those funky, fabulous Joshua Trees that look straight out of a Dr. Seuss book.
As we cruise through the San Gorgonio Pass, you’ll spot the massive wind turbines spinning like giant pinwheels in the breeze. We’ll hit up the National Park highlights, such as the Keys View Overlook (weather permitting), soak in the stunning scenery, and refuel with a laid-back picnic lunch.
While you will have opportunities to stretch your legs on the Joshua Tree trails, this is not a hiking trip, but a guided adventure with many stops along the way. Therefore, it’s a good option for all fitness levels.
In the later afternoon, we will head to the hotel for some downtime. Maybe a nap is in your future today? Maybe some time by the pool? A bit of shopping? Enjoy some R&R.
The evening is at your leisure. Grab a Bold Spirit friend and head out to one of the many restaurants near the hotel. Dinner is on your own.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Hilton Palm Springs or similar
Day 3: healing waters
Good morning, sunshine!
Start your day slow and sweet—sip your coffee and savor breakfast at the hotel before we head into full-on relaxation mode.
Today, you’re headed to spa heaven.
You have spa pass to Séc-he, a luxurious Palm Springs oasis built around ancient hot mineral springs. This sacred site, lovingly protected by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, is named for the bubbling waters beneath it—Séc-he means “the sound of boiling water.”
You’ll kick things off with a private “Taking of the Waters” mineral bath experience. Then? The entire spa is yours to explore.
Think:
A full fitness center (if you’re feeling motivated)
Women’s lockers with dreamy aromatherapy showers
Eucalyptus steam room
Menthol inhalation sauna + a cold experience shower
And don’t miss the Earthing Zone—yes, that’s a thing! Sink into zero-gravity acoustic loungers or healing chairs with cozy blankets and binaural beats. Your nervous system will thank you.
Of course, the pool deck is calling too—whirlpools, a resort-style waterfall pool, and a zero-edge mineral pool, all perfect for lounging with a fruity drink from the poolside bar in hand.
Want to take it up a notch? You can also book a massage or other spa services à la carte.
When hunger calls, grab lunch right at the spa or wander into downtown Palm Springs to find a bite at one of the many nearby restaurants.
This evening, we’ll meet up for a fun stroll through the Village Fest Night Market. It’s a colorful, buzzing street fair full of local art, crafts, music, and good vibes. Wander, browse, people-watch—and then head off for dinner.
It’s a day of deep rest, sensory bliss, and Palm Springs magic. You deserve it.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Farewell For Now
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel this morning.
Today you’ll say farewell to your new Bold Spirit friends.
Catch a taxi or rideshare to the airport when you’re ready, or stay on in Palm Springs for a few more days. There is more to see on your own, including the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway which traverses the southerly side of the Coachella Valley.
You’ll return home from this adventure with a camera full of sunny memories, a good dose of vitamin D in your system, and some new travel friends.
Meals: Breakfast
“Small group travel for women. Hotels top notch with excellent locations. Guides are fabulous and knowledgeable. Great variety to experience a culture and learn about the food and history. Nice mix of group time and free choice time. All details taken care of! Meet extraordinary women who love to travel. Highly recommend traveling with Bold Spirit!”
What’s Included:
A Bold Spirit facilitator accompanying you during the trip
Your hotel rooms for 3 nights (single rooms available)
Meals indicated in the detailed itinerary
A small-group experience
Local guided tours as described in the itinerary
Packing tips to get you ready for this Bold Spirit adventure
Pass to the day spa
A pre-tour Zoom meeting
A private Whatsapp group to connect you with other guests
What’s Not Included:
Round-trip airfare
Transportation to and from the airport
Meals not outlined in the detailed itinerary
Alcoholic beverages, unless otherwise specified
Personal expenses, such as souvenirs
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
See our cancellation policy here
What to Bring on This Adventure:
Comfortable walking shoes / sandals
Day pack or bag
Reusable water bottle
You will receive packing tips upon registering
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Refund amounts are determined as follows:
120+ days before trip: Full refund minus non-refundable deposit
120–90 days before trip: 50% of balance minus non-refundable deposit
90 days or fewer before trip: No refund