We ended up having a private tour even though we didn’t book private, it just ended up that way. Our guide was AMAZING! She talked with us and took us places that a full van of people wouldn’t have been able to do. We went on a hike in Hidden Valley, went to take “U2” photos at “the” Joshua Tree, saw sunset from a look out 5,000 ft above sea level. She even stopped at the windmills and to get a date shake, which was excellent. If you end up by luck getting a private tour, be sure to let your guide know you’re pints of interests. She can you can also call the company to book a private tour even though it is not listed as an option.