Tauck’s Sand & Surf: Death Valley to San Diego

Golden desert formations in Death Valley National Park, a highlight of Tauck’s Sand & Surf: Death Valley to San Diego tourTauck’s Sand & Surf: Death Valley to San Diego

Tauck’s Sand & Surf: Death Valley to San Diego is a brand-new land journey for 2026 that blends the raw beauty of America’s desert landscapes with the timeless charm of California’s coast.

This 8-day itinerary showcases dramatic contrasts—from quiet national park vistas to relaxed seaside elegance—delivered with Tauck’s trademark seamless service.

A Journey of Contrasts

Picture yourself standing amid Death Valley’s shimmering expanses and wandering through Joshua Tree’s sculptural desert—then trading desert silence for ocean breezes along Southern California’s storied coastline. Each day brings a fresh backdrop and a new appreciation for the American West.

Tauck Sand & Surf itinerary map from Las Vegas through Death Valley, Joshua Tree, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, and San Diego

ITINERARY MAP

Signature Stays

  • Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas — a tranquil retreat above the Strip.
  • The Inn at Death Valley — a historic oasis within an otherworldly landscape.
  • Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage — desert luxury with mountain views and Palm Springs glam.
  • Hotel del Coronado — an iconic seaside grand dame steps from the Pacific.

Exclusive Tauck Experiences

  • Guided explorations in Death Valley and Joshua Tree with expert insights.
  • Early access to San Diego’s USS Midway before public hours.
  • Thoughtfully paced days balancing must-see highlights with time to relax.

Who This Journey Is For

Travelers who love striking scenery, comfortable pacing, and distinctive stays will find this itinerary irresistible. It’s an ideal mix of national park wonder, desert chic, and coastal charm—perfect for couples, friends, and multi-generational travelers seeking the West in style.

Learn More & Reserve

Full itinerary details, dates, and availability are here: Tauck’s Sand & Surf: Death Valley to San Diego. If you’d like personalized guidance on dates and best-fit options for your travel style, we’re happy to help.

Why Book With Roaming Boomers Travel Services?

Tauck Certified Advisor logo highlighting our exclusive first-time Tauck client benefitAs Tauck Certified Advisors, we are pleased to offer our new Tauck clients a complimentary one-night hotel stay, either before or after your tour.

This exclusive benefit is only available through Roaming Boomers Travel Services.

If you’ve already traveled with Tauck, you may qualify instead for their annual Gift of Time promotion when booked by July 31.

For more information or to book a Tauck land journey, please call Roaming Boomers Travel Services at (480) 550-1235 or use our convenient online information request (click here) and we’ll reach out to you.

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