Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Small-Group Bike Tour of Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms & Indian Canyons
by Modern & More Bike Tours Palm Springs
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$230Overview
This small-group bike tour lasts about three hours and covers three neighborhoods in south Palm Springs known for their modernist architecture and historical significance. The route follows quiet streets with no hills and very little traffic, suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. The tour begins with a general ride through Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons neighborhoods. It then spends about 45 minutes in Deepwell Estates, an area with many luxury midcentury modern houses built from 1950 onward. Next, the group rides for 30 minutes through Twin Palms Estates, a historic neighborhood developed by the Alexander Construction Company and designed by architect William Krisel. Another 30 minutes is spent at a condominium community designed by Krisel in 1961, known as the filming location for the movie "Don't Worry Darling." The tour concludes with about one hour at Indian Canyons Golf Resort, featuring additional luxury vacation homes built starting in 1960. Bottled water and an expert guide are included. Bikes are not provided but can be rented nearby from Big Wheel Tours, which offers cruiser and electric bikes, or participants may bring their own. The guide provides detailed information focused on modernism, architecture, and local history, making the tour best suited for adults interested in these topics.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
South Palm Springs Neighborhoods
The tour visits three notable neighborhoods in south Palm Springs: Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons.
Deepwell Estates
This neighborhood features many luxury midcentury houses constructed starting in 1950. The tour spends about 45 minutes here.
45 min
Twin Palms Estates
Twin Palms is a historic area built by the Alexander Construction Company and designed by architect William Krisel. The group spends around 30 minutes here.
30 min
William Krisel Condo Community
This condominium complex, designed by William Krisel in 1961, served as a filming location for the movie "Don't Worry Darling." The stop lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Indian Canyons Golf Resort
The final stop is Indian Canyons Golf Resort where luxury vacation homes built starting in 1960 are located. The visit lasts about one hour.
60 min
Meeting point
Tour start location will be Big Wheel Tours where you'll rent your bikes, if you're not bringing your own. (Please don't go to the Palm Desert location!) Free off-street parking is available behind the shop. We can wait 10 minutes for late arriving guests.
End point
Tour start location will be Big Wheel Tours where you'll rent your bikes, if you're not bringing your own. (Please don't go to the Palm Desert location!) Free off-street parking is available behind the shop. We can wait 10 minutes for late arriving guests.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Palm Springs Modernism Architecture & History Small-Group Bike Tour of Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms & Indian Canyons
by Modern & More Bike Tours Palm Springs
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$230Overview
This small-group bike tour lasts about three hours and covers three neighborhoods in south Palm Springs known for their modernist architecture and historical significance. The route follows quiet streets with no hills and very little traffic, suitable for cyclists of all skill levels. The tour begins with a general ride through Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons neighborhoods. It then spends about 45 minutes in Deepwell Estates, an area with many luxury midcentury modern houses built from 1950 onward. Next, the group rides for 30 minutes through Twin Palms Estates, a historic neighborhood developed by the Alexander Construction Company and designed by architect William Krisel. Another 30 minutes is spent at a condominium community designed by Krisel in 1961, known as the filming location for the movie "Don't Worry Darling." The tour concludes with about one hour at Indian Canyons Golf Resort, featuring additional luxury vacation homes built starting in 1960. Bottled water and an expert guide are included. Bikes are not provided but can be rented nearby from Big Wheel Tours, which offers cruiser and electric bikes, or participants may bring their own. The guide provides detailed information focused on modernism, architecture, and local history, making the tour best suited for adults interested in these topics.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
South Palm Springs Neighborhoods
The tour visits three notable neighborhoods in south Palm Springs: Deepwell Estates, Twin Palms, and Indian Canyons.
Deepwell Estates
This neighborhood features many luxury midcentury houses constructed starting in 1950. The tour spends about 45 minutes here.
45 min
Twin Palms Estates
Twin Palms is a historic area built by the Alexander Construction Company and designed by architect William Krisel. The group spends around 30 minutes here.
30 min
William Krisel Condo Community
This condominium complex, designed by William Krisel in 1961, served as a filming location for the movie "Don't Worry Darling." The stop lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Indian Canyons Golf Resort
The final stop is Indian Canyons Golf Resort where luxury vacation homes built starting in 1960 are located. The visit lasts about one hour.
60 min
Meeting point
Tour start location will be Big Wheel Tours where you'll rent your bikes, if you're not bringing your own. (Please don't go to the Palm Desert location!) Free off-street parking is available behind the shop. We can wait 10 minutes for late arriving guests.
End point
Tour start location will be Big Wheel Tours where you'll rent your bikes, if you're not bringing your own. (Please don't go to the Palm Desert location!) Free off-street parking is available behind the shop. We can wait 10 minutes for late arriving guests.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.