Are you planning to be in Las Vegas this Valentine's Day? Vegas is an exciting place to be, and there's much more to see than just the casinos and restaurants along The Strip. You could take a bus tour to the Grand Canyon's West Rim or South Rim, but you'll have to get in quick, because tickets are selling out fast.
Bus tours depart at 7 a.m. and usually take about between 12-14 hours to finish so please allow a full day to do them. The route to the Canyon also includes driving by Lake Mead and there's even a 15-minute photo-stop at Hoover Dam.
As an aside, if you want to spend more time at Hoover Dam, you need to book a separate tour on a different day as there's only enough time to do a photo-stop en route to the Canyon.
West Rim
You have several options when it comes to touring the West Rim. The bus gets you to the West Rim, and from there you can add on the adventures you want to have. Some popular things to do include a scenic float trip on the Colorado River and a thrilling helicopter descent to the Canyon floor.
Grand Canyon South Rim Tours
The South Rim begins in Arizona, so it takes a little longer to get there from Las Vegas. The trip is just over 5 hours. It's worth it though, especially if you want to see the sprawling wilderness that is the South Rim. There's over 1 million acres of land at this area of the Grand Canyon.
The South Rim is farthest from Las Vegas and takes up to 5.5 hours to reach. It's located near the town of Tusayan, Arizona and is the entranceway to the official National Park, which is comprised of more than 1 million acres of wilderness.
Like the basic West Rim bus tour, there's a no-frills South Rim bus tour. You also have the option to include a 30-minute helicopter ride that goes from the South Rim to the North Rim and back via the Dragoon Corridor, which is the widest and deepest section of the Canyon.
All-Inclusive
Bus tours are budget friendly. Out of all the Canyon tours available, a bus tour is the most affordable, yet you still have the option to add on other activities that cost more such as VIP passes to the Skywalk or a helicopter flight.
The days on and around Valentine's Day, are some of the busiest of the year. This means that you will have to book early, and I recommend booking at least two weeks in advance. This will ensure that your seats are locked in. When you book online, you will get the best deals, just make sure that you complete your purchase with a credit card so that you can take advantage of the lower prices.
Conclusion
I hope this article about Las Vegas bus tours to the Grand Canyon on Valentine's Day helped you better plan for your adventure. Personally, I like the West Rim bus that comes with a helicopter ride to the bottom. As for the South Rim, I like the one that comes with the rim-to-rim heli. Just make sure that if you go for it that you book your tour in advance and online. That way you'll get the best bus tour at the cheapest rate.
Bus tours depart at 7 a.m. and usually take about between 12-14 hours to finish so please allow a full day to do them. The route to the Canyon also includes driving by Lake Mead and there's even a 15-minute photo-stop at Hoover Dam.
As an aside, if you want to spend more time at Hoover Dam, you need to book a separate tour on a different day as there's only enough time to do a photo-stop en route to the Canyon.
West Rim
You have several options when it comes to touring the West Rim. The bus gets you to the West Rim, and from there you can add on the adventures you want to have. Some popular things to do include a scenic float trip on the Colorado River and a thrilling helicopter descent to the Canyon floor.
Grand Canyon South Rim Tours
The South Rim begins in Arizona, so it takes a little longer to get there from Las Vegas. The trip is just over 5 hours. It's worth it though, especially if you want to see the sprawling wilderness that is the South Rim. There's over 1 million acres of land at this area of the Grand Canyon.
The South Rim is farthest from Las Vegas and takes up to 5.5 hours to reach. It's located near the town of Tusayan, Arizona and is the entranceway to the official National Park, which is comprised of more than 1 million acres of wilderness.
Like the basic West Rim bus tour, there's a no-frills South Rim bus tour. You also have the option to include a 30-minute helicopter ride that goes from the South Rim to the North Rim and back via the Dragoon Corridor, which is the widest and deepest section of the Canyon.
All-Inclusive
Bus tours are budget friendly. Out of all the Canyon tours available, a bus tour is the most affordable, yet you still have the option to add on other activities that cost more such as VIP passes to the Skywalk or a helicopter flight.
The days on and around Valentine's Day, are some of the busiest of the year. This means that you will have to book early, and I recommend booking at least two weeks in advance. This will ensure that your seats are locked in. When you book online, you will get the best deals, just make sure that you complete your purchase with a credit card so that you can take advantage of the lower prices.
Conclusion
I hope this article about Las Vegas bus tours to the Grand Canyon on Valentine's Day helped you better plan for your adventure. Personally, I like the West Rim bus that comes with a helicopter ride to the bottom. As for the South Rim, I like the one that comes with the rim-to-rim heli. Just make sure that if you go for it that you book your tour in advance and online. That way you'll get the best bus tour at the cheapest rate.
About the Author:
Grand Canyon National Park authority Melissa Manchester is a big fan of Las Vegas bus trips to the National Park and suggests readers commence here for a list of the top coach trips at the lowest rates: http://grandcanyondaytrips.com/bus/