Death Valley Day & Night Tour - Scenic Stops, Sunset & Stargazing

Escape the crowds and experience Death Valley in a VIP small group (max 10 guests) for a truly personal adventure. Visit world-famous landmarks like Dante’s View, Zabriskie Point, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, Furnace Creek, Badwater Basin, and Artists’ Palette, with plenty of time for photos, short hikes, and memories you’ll treasure forever. Your expert guide will also capture stunning shots for you along the way. As the sun sets, prepare for a magical stargazing experience under one of the clearest night skies in America. We keep you comfortable with unlimited bottled water, so you can focus on the views. ✨ Looking for something even more exclusive? Upgrade to a Private Tour—perfect for families, couples, or groups who want a fully customized Death Valley experience. Contact us directly to arrange your private adventure today!

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   Death Valley National Park

   10 min

   Make a quick stop at the iconic Death Valley National Park welcome sign — the perfect place to capture a signature photo of your visit. Your guide will help you take well-framed shots before you continue deeper into the park for the day’s main highlights.

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   Dante's View

   30 min

   Visit one of Death Valley’s most breathtaking viewpoints. From nearly 5,500 feet above the valley floor, Dante’s View offers sweeping, unobstructed views of Badwater Basin, the Panamint Mountains, and the vast desert landscape. Enjoy a short, easy walk along the ridge where your guide will help you capture stunning wide-angle photos of the park’s natural beauty.

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   Zabriskie Point

   30 min

   Experience one of Death Valley’s most famous viewpoints. Zabriskie Point features sweeping views of golden badlands, layered rock formations, and dramatic desert ridges. Your guide will lead you on a short, paved walk to the viewpoint, where you’ll have time to enjoy the scenery and capture beautiful photos of this unique landscape.

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   Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes

   30 min

   Explore one of Death Valley’s most iconic landscapes — the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes. These rolling golden dunes create a surreal desert scene with rippled patterns, shifting light, and wide-open views. Take a short walk into the dunes to experience the soft sand under your feet while your guide helps you capture beautiful desert photographs. This stop is ideal for scenic photos, silhouettes, and relaxed walking at your own pace.

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   Furnace Creek Visitor Center

   45 min

   Stop at Furnace Creek, the central hub of Death Valley National Park. This area offers restrooms, a visitor center, and informative exhibits about the park’s extreme climate. After a long day of sightseeing, enjoy a relaxing dinner break at one of the local restaurants before continuing toward your sunset and stargazing locations.

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   Badwater

   30 min

   Visit Badwater Basin, one of Death Valley’s most iconic locations and the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level. Walk onto the vast white salt flats that stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a surreal, otherworldly landscape. Your guide will help you explore safely and capture stunning photos of the unique polygon-shaped salt formations.

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   Artists Palette

   45 min

   Visit Artist’s Palette, one of Death Valley’s most vibrant and unique landscapes. The hills here are naturally colored in shades of pink, green, yellow, and purple — created by oxidized minerals in the rock. Your guide will take you along the scenic Artist Drive to reach this viewpoint, where you’ll have time to walk around and capture the beautiful multicolored formations.

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   Death Valley Junction

   45 min

   End your day with a peaceful stargazing experience at Death Valley Junction, one of the region’s best dark-sky areas outside the park. Away from major city lights, this quiet desert location offers clear, unobstructed views of the night sky. Your guide will point out major constellations and help you enjoy the beauty of the Milky Way, depending on seasonal visibility.

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   Las Vegas

   1 hour

   After stargazing, we’ll make a comfortable rest stop at Pahrump before beginning the drive back to Las Vegas. Relax in the SUV/van as your guide safely transports you back to the city. You’ll be dropped off at the same location where you were picked up in the morning.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.