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At the most famous natural wonder of the world, you'll discover the millions of years that it took to carve out this massive canyon with And in a place like the Grand Canyon, there can be a lot to see and so many different ways to see it. Actually two separate parks, the Grand Canyon is divided into the Grand Canyon National Park which houses the North, South, and East Rim, and Grand Canyon West Rim which is managed by the Hualapai Nation Reservation and features the thrilling Skywalk. Tour the park by land, river, or air with the best in Grand Canyon tours including the famous Papillion helicopter tours and Pink Jeep tours. However, you choose to explore the park make sure to bring your camera to capture the jaw-dropping sights. You might also be interested in: Hoover Dam Tours | Yellowstone Tours | Yosemite Tours | Antelope Canyon
Experiencing the breathtaking and awe-inspiring beauty of the Grand Canyon is relatively easy. You can book package trips starting in major West Coast cities such as Las Vegas, Nevada, Phoenix, Arizona, and Los Angeles, California. It’s even possible to book a canyon tour if you have only one day to spare. You just have to decide which attractions you want to visit and what adventures you want to experience.
The Grand Canyon South Rim is hugely popular and bustling with activity. The North Rim is much quieter but offers equally spectacular views; however, it is only open mid-May to mid-October and has fewer, more toned- down visitor services. A Grand Canyon tour of the West Rim offers an unmatched experience – the chance to see the magnificent valley and rock face below, 70 feet from the edge, through the glass bottom of the famous Skywalk. If you eat lunch at the onsite restaurant here, the amazing views are free!
Las Vegas to Grand Canyon via sightseeing bus tours is a great choice. The drive through the desert is panoramic. The buses feature modern amenities like recliner seats, climate control, and restrooms, and you enjoy the services of a tour guide. Bus tours to the Grand Canyon include a ride on the shuttle between the North and South Rims. You can start at either end and the trip lasts 4.5 hours each way.
Direct flights on a plane or helicopter tour from Las Vegas to the South Rim take just 45 minutes. However, please note that Grand Canyon helicopter tours starting in Las Vegas will only take you to the West Rim as the South Rim is out of their range. This is a great way to enjoy the canyons if you are short on time or want a romantic private visit to this exquisite natural wonder.
Once at the canyon, you can hop onto a helicopter for a 30-minute or 50-minute scenic flight. In less than an hour, they can take you from the South Rim to the North Rim and back or give you an extended tour of roughly three-quarters of the canyon. The photos you capture from the air will be nothing short of spectacular and the envy of all your friends on Facebook.
What makes the Grand Canyon tours by plane or helicopter special isn’t just the bird’s eye view of this amazing natural wonder that they offer. At the West Rim, you can opt to see the Grand Canyon from the ground up as well, since that is the only location you get the chance to fly in and land.
Your helicopter tour to the South or West Rim often shows you the full breadth of the impressive Hoover Dam as well as the Nevada-Arizona border. If you join a twilight trip over the Hoover Dam, you can take in this imposing marvel of engineering bathed in the fiery red hues of a Colorado sunset.
Bus, plane, and helicopter, are not your only options for touring the Grand Canyon. There are boat rides along the winding Colorado River and train tours on the Grand Canyon Railway to the South Rim. Who knows - you may even decide to up the fun quotient and travel to the canyon floor astride a gentle, well-trained mule.
If you’re looking for a more leisurely visit to the Grand Canyon, you can book a hotel in the area and stay overnight. This will give you the chance to go hiking on a marked trail or drive to the stunning Lake Mead. You could also extend your visit to Sedona, AZ and other amazing destinations in the American Southwest.
Booking a guided package tour of the Grand Canyon includes many opportunities you will miss out on if you’re roughing it out on your own. Firstly, it saves you money since most tours bundle entrance fees and food costs into the total package price. And whichever mode of transport you choose, there is a range of vendors from the budget-friendly to 5-star operators, all of whom will ensure you have the best experience possible.
Another advantage is that you learn about the history and geology of the Grand Canyon on package tours. Professional tour guides can give you many interesting facts and info about the Grand Canyon National Park in their distinctive styles. Don’t forget that package tours are a favorite of international tourists, so you will meet and make friends with people from around the world.
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