Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Death Valley and discover its unforgettable scenery, rich history, and the stories of Gold Rush miners. Book now for a lifetime of exploration!
Embark on a self-guided audio tour of Death Valley and discover its unforgettable scenery, rich history, and the stories of Gold Rush miners. Book now for a lifetime of exploration!
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Death Valley Junction - Despite its intimidating name, this valley is among the most exciting destinations in the nation. Yes, it’s the hottest spot on Earth, but the heat is definitely worth the experience!
Note: The tour spans over 80 miles, featuring more than 55 audio stories, and takes approximately 4-5 hours to complete.
Purchase once and…
- Death Valley Junction - Despite its intimidating name, this valley is among the most exciting destinations in the nation. Yes, it’s the hottest spot on Earth, but the heat is definitely worth the experience!
Note: The tour spans over 80 miles, featuring more than 55 audio stories, and takes approximately 4-5 hours to complete.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
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Borax - While the famous Gold Rush attracted many to Death Valley, it wasn’t gold that maintained the valley’s significance. In their eager quest for the precious metal, miners discovered something equally valuable: borax.
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Dante’s View - Offering stunning views of the rolling salt flats below, Dante’s View is an exceptional spot for photography or simply watching the sunset behind the Panamint Mountains. This viewpoint rises over 5,000 feet above the Badwater Basin, at the edge of the Black Mountain Range.
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Twenty Mule Team Canyon - This is Twenty Mule Team Canyon, named after the iconic wagon trains previously mentioned. This winding road provides excellent desert scenery as you navigate between saffron-colored hills and vibrant badlands. Visiting in the early morning or around sunset offers a spectacular display of colors as the orange sunlight illuminates the dramatic rock faces.
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Zabriskie Point - Named after a 19th-century borax magnate, who will be discussed shortly, Zabriskie Point is undoubtedly one of Death Valley’s most iconic spots. From this vantage point on the Amargosa Mountain range, the effects of erosion on the valley are clearly visible. Directly below are the badlands, and beyond them, the lighter-colored, dazzling salt flats, all framed by the towering Panamint Mountains.
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Furnace Creek Visitor Center - At the Furnace Creek Visitor Center, visitors can find snacks, water, and restrooms, but most importantly, a thermometer! Just outside the entrance is a large digital display showing the exact temperature at one of Death Valley’s lowest points. Be sure to take a photo next to it to amaze friends and family back home.
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Golden Canyon - From this location, visitors can access the Golden Canyon trail. This out-and-back trail is approximately 3 miles in total and takes about an hour to complete. This popular trail attracts many visitors each year, so expect to meet a few fellow hikers during the visit!
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Mars Hill - The gentle hill to the right is known as Mars Hill. The name is fitting, as much of Death Valley resembles the barren, lifeless surface of Mars. The deep ochre stones, unusual rock formations, and vast dusty expanses seem almost otherworldly.
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Artist’s Drive - This landscape was shaped by volcanic deposits of iron oxides and chlorite. While the badlands of Zabriskie Point were primarily colored by different sedimentary deposits, these rocks owe their vibrant hues to a distinct era in Death Valley’s geological history.
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Artists Palette - This is the prime location to view the Artist’s Palette, a collection of vividly colorful rocks that appear almost unnatural. Yet, they are entirely natural!
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Devil’s Golf Course - This rugged, unpaved road requires careful driving. It leads to the intriguing landscape known as Devil’s Golf Course. When most envision golf courses, they picture lush rolling hills, well-manicured greens, and the sound of birds. However, Death Valley offers a stark contrast.
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Badwater Basin - This is Badwater Basin, home to salt flats that stretch across the desert for an impressive 200 square miles. At 282 feet below sea level, this basin is the lowest point in North America.

- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
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Discover the rugged allure of a unique landscape: Death Valley. Renowned for its extreme temperatures, this valley also offers breathtaking views, from vast salt flats to vibrant badlands and towering mountain ranges. This self-guided driving tour highlights the park’s top attractions and delves into its fascinating history. Trace the paths of Gold Rush…
Discover the rugged allure of a unique landscape: Death Valley. Renowned for its extreme temperatures, this valley also offers breathtaking views, from vast salt flats to vibrant badlands and towering mountain ranges. This self-guided driving tour highlights the park’s top attractions and delves into its fascinating history. Trace the paths of Gold Rush miners and listen to their tales as you explore this extraordinary, unforgettable valley.
It’s recommended to purchase one tour per vehicle so everyone can listen simultaneously!
After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.
Purchase once and use for a full year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Please note that an entrance fee is required to visit Death Valley National Park. This fee grants access to the park for seven consecutive days and is not included with this tour.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.