If you are planning to go to the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas, most likely you'll be seeing the West Rim. The most affordable method to get there? By bus, obviously. Not only are coach excursions cheap, but there are a selection of travels that will satisfy every one's desire for sightseeing and adventure.
All things in Vegas features a twist, right? So why not bus trips! To save you time, here is a summary of the all-time favorites:
- West Rim Coach. Consists of Hoover Dam photo stop on AZ side of the bridge. Two-plus hours at the rim. Free Park shuttle.
- West Rim Coach with Skywalk. Includes passes to the incomparable Grand Canyon Glass Bridge, the structure that permits you to walk 70 feet beyond the edge.
- West Rim Tour bus, Heli and Boat. Take a 4,000-foot helicopter ride to base of canyon. Boat ride down the renowned Colorado River. Includes time at the top for sightseeing.
All bus tours are all-inclusive. That implies they come with complimentary hotel pick up and drop off, a grab-and-go breakfast, box lunch, all park fees and specialist driver/guide.
Some brave travelers prefer to drive themselves to the West Rim. I suggest against it. First, it's kind of dangerous. The last 10 miles of road is rough dirt. Blowouts take place every day. If you go for it, please rent an SUV with high ground clearance and carry water. Secondly, you'll find yourself paying nearly 75 percent more once you add up all the Park fees.
Today's buses are not the coaches of yore. These are double-deckers and they come with quiet-ride suspensions, extra-large viewing windows, recliner-style seats, DVD players, A/C and spotless bathrooms. Trust me, you'll truly appreciate these rigs once you comfortably knock back the 2.5 hours it requires to access the rim.
The rim preferred by most Las Vegas visitors is the West Rim. This is actually the only place in the National Park where you can take a helicopter to the bottom. You can also prolong this trip by adding a Colorado River boat ride. In sum, the West Rim is ideal for visitors searching for excitement and adventure.
There are also bus trips to the South Rim. This destination is located 5.5 hours from Vegas. In all, the trip usually lasts 15 hours. Indeed, there's lots of travel time involved, but when you are interested in unparalleled scenic beauty, the South Rim is for you, specifically if you experience it from Mather Point, Yavapai Point and along the rim-top trail.
Vacationers bust their humps searching for the best deal. It's exhausting just hearing about it. If you want to save your time and cut costs, adhere to these three simple steps:
- Book a minimum of 1 week in advance
- Buy your bus tour on the Internet
- Finish the entire transaction online
I'm insistent about number three. Good people get to a site and then hit the customer support number. Resist. They are sale agents and they'll charge you more. Present day travel sites are safe, secure as well as user friendly. They even crank out a confirmation-receipt to your mailbox that highlights what you purchased. If there is an error, now's the time to contact the tour company.
Vegas is a great place to stage a Grand Canyon West Rim coach tour. The distance from Sin City to the rim is just 125 miles, and, when done by coach, goes by like nothing. Plus, if you would like more “umph” on your trip, consider adding the Skywalk or a helicopter-boat trip! The West Rim of the Grand Canyon is an excellent place. Make sure you and your group ensure it is part of your Sin City vacation.
Martin Wynn
