Ultimate 7-Day San Diego to Joshua Tree to Death Valley Road Trip Itinerary

Have a delicious breakfast at The Cottage La Jolla before embarking on a Maritime Museum of San Diego to learn about the maritime history of the region.

For lunch, enjoy the fresh seafood at The Fish Market in the Gaslamp Quarter. Afterward, take a San Diego Harbor Cruise to enjoy the waterfront views.

Indulge in a gourmet dining experience at Addison Restaurant, one of San Diego's finest. After dinner, take a leisurely stroll at Seaport Village.

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at The Cottage La Jolla. Then, take a La Jolla 2-Hour Kayak Tour of the 7 Caves to explore the stunning coastline.

For lunch, enjoy the ocean views at George's at the Cove - Ocean Terrace. Afterward, spend the afternoon relaxing at La Jolla Cove Beach.

Dine at Eddie V's Prime Seafood in La Jolla, known for its seafood and live jazz music. After dinner, take a romantic San Diego Bay Sunset & Daytime Sailing Experience.

Pick up a picnic breakfast from The Mission, known for its Latin-inspired cuisine. Then, embark on a scenic drive to Joshua Tree National Park.

Enjoy your picnic lunch in the park surrounded by the unique Joshua trees. Spend the afternoon hiking the trails and marveling at the otherworldly landscape.

Experience the magical sunset in the desert before heading to Pappy & Harriet's in Pioneertown for a memorable dinner and live music.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Crossroads Cafe in Joshua Tree. Then, begin your journey to Death Valley National Park.

Visit the iconic landmarks of Death Valley, including Badwater Basin and Zabriskie Point. Have a picnic lunch amidst the stark beauty of the desert.

Witness the breathtaking sunset at Dante's View before enjoying a cozy dinner at The Inn at Death Valley in Furnace Creek.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at The Last Kind Words Saloon in Death Valley. Then, explore the unique terrain of the park, including the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes.

Have a picnic lunch at the dunes and then visit the historic Harmony Borax Works. Take in the vastness of the desert landscape.

Experience the magic of the desert night sky at the Harmony Borax Works before having a rustic dinner at The Wrangler Steakhouse in Beatty.

Enjoy a final breakfast at Mel's Diner in Beatty before heading to the stunning Rhyolite Ghost Town for a glimpse into the past.

Explore the abandoned buildings and art installations in Rhyolite before having a picnic lunch at the site. Then, make your way back to Furnace Creek for your departure.

Conclude your desert adventure with a memorable dinner at The Inn at Death Valley before catching your flight out of Furnace Creek.