Grand Canyon - Bus Tours During the Winter Holidays

[Keith Kravitz]

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If you plan on visiting Las Vegas over the holidays, consider setting aside a day to visit the Grand Canyon by bus. These trips are a great value and a terrific way to see one of the U.S.' most famous natural wonders.

I know it can be tough pulling yourself away from Las Vegas. However, and speaking from experience, you will want a break. And I've always found that the canyon is a sure bet for getting recharged during an extended Vegas vacation.

So how do bus tours work?

The first thing to note is that they leave once a day around 7 a.m. There are no other departure times because it takes time to reach the canyon. If you can't make it one particular day, no worries because buses run every day of the year.

As for drive time. It takes 2.5 hours to reach the West Rim and 5.5 hours to reach the South Rim. Double those times and you can see that there's considerable time spent on the road. This is important to note because you'll be getting back to your hotel sometime during the early evening.

Will you be ready to go out and hit The Strip afterward? You could, but I find that these trips are very satisfying and after a day of sightseeing you pretty much want to relax and enjoy the moment. However, if you do make plans, be safe and make them after 9 p.m.

West Rim

There are plenty of things to do ad see at the West Rim. Of course, there's your basic bus tour that gets you into the Park and drops you off. Then there are others that come with side trips like a helicopter ride to the bottom of the canyon and a boat ride.

Or you can do the Grand Canyon Skywalk. Also known as the Glass Bridge, the Skywalk lets guests walk up to 70 feet over the edge. By the time you get out to the outermost point, you're standing 4,000 feet over the edge. It's an incredible sensation and one I recommend trying.

Quick word about the helicopter ride: This is actually something that can only be done at the West Rim and no other place inside the National Park. The reason is because the Hualapai Indian Tribe owns the West Rim and has granted several Las Vegas tour operators permission to land at the base.

South Rim

Considering how long the drive is to the South Rim, you'd think it would be playing second fiddle to the West Rim. In fact, it's equally popular. I believe this is because it represents the official Grand Canyon and is home to many of the Park's most famous photos. More to the point: If you are looking for incredible scenic beauty, this is the rim for you.

Wrap Up

To summarize, Las Vegas is tailor-made for Grand Canyon bus tours. Pick from trips that go to the West Rim or the South Rim. If you go to the West, consider adding some side trips into your package. If South, make sure you camera is fully charged because it's going to be a picture-taking frenzy. And remember to book your bus tours online. It's where you'll find the best selection and deals.
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