Summer is almost over and soon Labor Day weekend will be here. The weekend will be a busy one with all the people taking one last getaway, and the buses that run to the Grand Canyon from Vegas will continue to operate on their usual schedule. It's the ideal time to hop on a bus and see all the natural beauty of the region. It is a quick day trip from Vegas and it gives you the chance to take a break from the neon and bustle of the Strip.
Booking Your Seats
Since the holiday weekend will be busy, it is possible the tour you want will sell out. So guarantee your seats by booking as early as you can. It is best to get your seats about a week ahead of your tour date.
The high demand for tours over Labor Day may even drive up the prices. It is easy to find a discount though. For instance, the lowest prices are found online.
But you must go to the right site. Avoid the brand name travel websites. You should go right to the website owned by the tour operator. Since they are the ones that own the tours they can offer you a low price unmatched by anyone trying to make a commission.
Touring The Canyon By Bus
If you take a bus tour to the Grand Canyon from Vegas, be prepared to depart at 7 a.m. sharp. Whether you go to the West Rim or South Rim, you can expect to be gone until eight or nine o'clock at night.
Which is the best rim to go to? The South Rim is best if you want to see breathtaking scenery. Its elevation is 7000 feet and higher than the West Rim, so it isn't quite so hot there in the summer. Add some excitement to your bus tour by including a rim-to-rim helicopter flyover of the canyon.
If excitement is what you are after, then the West Rim might be best for you. There are lots of fun things to do there including the thrilling Grand Canyon Skywalk, which just happens to be the biggest glass cantilevered bridge on the planet!
West Rim Of The Grand Canyon
Another benefit of going to the West Rim is it's the only place in the National Park where you can take a chopper flight down to land on the floor of the canyon. And when you land, you can hop on pontoon boat and float down the Colorado River! There is no better way to see the canyon from top to bottom.
A lot of the bus tours on offer are all-inclusive so they come with lunch, pick up and drop off service, Park fees, and taxes. These tours are much less stressful than trying to drive yourself, all you have to do is relax and enjoy the ride.
The buses used are amazingly modern and offer a comfortable experience. The buses have restrooms onboard along with plasma TVs, great climate control, and even reclining seats. The suspension is upgraded too. This ensures a smooth ride, even on the unpaved road portion of your trip.
To Summarize
Labor Day is coming. Bus tours of the Grand Canyon will probably sell out then since so many people will be traveling that weekend. Save money by getting your seats online and be sure to book early. Head to the West Rim if you want some thrills and go to the South Rim if you want beautiful scenery. Both rims are great, so don't worry about choosing the wrong one!
Martin Wynn
