Looking for a date night that goes beyond dinner and a movie? Treat your special someone to one of the most unforgettable Palm Desert Tours—a romantic mule-drawn carriage ride through the serene Sonoran desert. At Covered Wagon Tours, we offer an experience that blends nature, history, and rustic charm into a magical evening under the stars.
Palm Desert is a land of scenic beauty, dramatic landscapes, and infinite sunlight-but wait, concealing a slightly different picture- it's the most suitable haven for a unique and intimate date night. Our Palm Desert Tours take a tour deep into a 32,000-acre oasis wilderness preserve that lies just a short drive from Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Rancho Mirage.
Except being gently pulled by mules that are very gentle and really well cared for, you will sit comfortably in a covered wagon, gliding through the majestic desert canyons during sunset. Your tour guide, a naturalist and a marvelous storyteller, will keep you enthralled with many facts about desert plants, animals, Native American life, and a geological view of the San Andreas Fault.
What distinguishes date night from every other? Certainly not just the desert breezies and golden light-hazards, whereas everything else becomes beauty. In fact, it is the whole Palm Desert Tour, created with tenderly etched memories.
Upon returning from the ride, a warm and inviting dinner awaits you at the camp with a Western-style BBQ. Options include slow-cooked brisket and BBQ chicken, accompanied by all the fixins served in a charming desert barn or on our rustic outdoor patio beneath the stars, hosting live cowboy music and classic Western dancing. Consider surrounding a cozy campfire roasting marshmallows for smores together.
If you want to make quite an impression on a partner who values adventure, also appreciates nature, or just plain loves good old-fashioned romance-this is it.
Palm Desert Tours with Covered Wagon Tours are designed to imprint some amazing memories on the canvas of your life, whether it is your first date or the fiftieth anniversary. Weddings and anniversary and birthday celebrations have often found a special charm from our magical dessert evenings.
We are happy to customize your moment, with surprises ranging from the bouquet at dinner to a private wagon for just the two of you-and don't worry if dancing isn't your thing, because we also have cornhole and horseshoes to have some fun!
Covered Wagon Tours is seasonal with early evening tours, running Monday through Saturday; book ahead, especially for the weekends or special occasions. Dress comfortably, take an extra jacket for the cool desert nights, and prepare to have an enchanting screen-free night connecting with nature, animals, and one another.
1. What makes Covered Wagon Tours unique for photography tours?
Our photography tours combine stunning desert landscapes, historical storytelling, and lively Western entertainment, offering a variety of picturesque moments—from golden hour canyon views to campfire gatherings under the stars.
2. Is the Palm Desert Tour for any fitness level?
We certainly are. The tour is a laid-back ride, and if you choose the nature walk, it's an easy stroll for most.
3. Is vegetarian food included?
Yes. The BBQ dinners we serve can be made vegetarian. Just let us know in advance so that we can make arrangements for you.
4. How long does this experience go on for?
The full evening lasts about 3 to 4 hours from ride through dinner to entertainment.