subject: Helpful Tips Regarding Grand Canyon Trips [print this page] The Grand Canyon is one of the most amazing and unique sights on earth. Millions of people flock to the canyon each year to me mesmerized by its immense size and spectacular scenery.
I've made a lot of trips to Grand Canyon National Park, and I'm always glad I did. There's just something special about the place that makes travelers want to come back. Each time I go there, I see something new. The Grand Canyon is truly an inspirational and awe-inspiring place to visit, plus, you never know what you will see!
The mighty Colorado River dug the Grand Canyon out of solid rock. Hundreds of millions of years later, the Grand Canyon is an amazing 277 miles long and 18 miles wide. The canyon's so immense, it's almost overwhelming.
That's one reason Grand Canyon tour packages are so popular. The park is just so big and there are so many sights to see, that a tour is the surest way to take in all the high points.
Most tours operate on the West Rim and South Rim. The West Rim is where you'll find several exciting experiences, including the famous Glass Bridge (the Grand Canyon Skywalk), the Indian Cultural Center, and Hualapai Ranch. This is where you can ride a helicopter down to the canyon floor; there you can take a boat ride down the Colorado River. The South Rim is no less awesome, but the main attraction there is the scenic vistas.
Whichever one you choose there will be plenty to keep you busy and entertained. Your budget, time allotment, and distance to the rims all play a part in deciding where you will go. The West Rim is approximately 120 miles from Las Vegas, so that is the ideal location for vacationers to the Strip. People coming from Scottsdale, Phoenix or Sedona, Arizona usually take Grand Canyon excursions to the South Rim because it's closer. But if you are in Vegas, you will be 300 miles from the South Rim.
You'll see several options when you look into Grand Canyon trips. Grand Canyon tour operators offer trips by helicopter (landing and air-only), bus, and airplane. When trying to decide which one of the tours to go on, be sure to take the amount of time you have into consideration along with the amount of money you want to spend. Each tour is a little different, but they are all spectacular and will give you the chance to see some amazing rock formations.
Helicopter tours have to be among the most exciting. A lot of people choose the air-only flights, and they are great fun. However, if you are going to the West Rim, you should consider a landing tour that will take you to the bottom of the canyon; you won't have that option at the South Rim. When you get to the bottom of the canyon, you can hike around and see the rocks up-close, enjoy a picnic, or even get on a raft and float down the Colorado River.
Bus tours to the Grand Canyon are more affordable, although the buses are made especially for sightseeing and are quite comfortable. Bus tours are convenient, too, because most include free shuttle service at the Vegas Strip hotels.
Airplane tours are a great option too because they cover more ground in a shorter amount of time and the scenery below your window is breathtaking. If you are trying to pack a lot of activities into your Vegas vacation, the time you will save on an airplane tour of the Grand Canyon can be an important consideration.
Organized Grand Canyon tours are the best way to see the wonders of the National Park. You may be surprised at how affordable they are, especially if you book online and use an internet discount. Don't miss out on what could be the experience of a lifetime!
