subject: Learn How To Get Special Offers On Grand Canyon Plane Tours [print this page] There are some great deals for Grand Canyon air excursions if you look around. You will find package deals that include things such as tickets to popular shows on the Strip, buy-one-get-one offers, and even discounts for as much as 30% off the normal price of the air tour. Because these tours are in such demand, competition among tour operators creates opportunities to get some amazing deals. Numerous tour operators offer Grand Canyon flights, and they all want your money. Here's how you can take advantage of these offers.
First, consider the timing. The off-season for the Grand Canyon runs from November to February; even though it is winter, and few people go there then, the air tours are still operating. Prices are lower, though, because the tour companies need to fill empty seats. The winter months are a great time to see the canyon. Yes, it snows on occasion, but the weather is usually clear and crisp -- perfect for an airplane tour.
Most people visit the Grand Canyon during the summer. Prices are higher that time of year, but you can still get discounts if you book your flight two or three days ahead of time. So during the summer months, if you buy your tickets at the last minute, you can expect to pay a premium price.
Last-minute fares don't bite me, because I'm a planner. Here are three things to do to get the best Grand Canyon flight deals.
The first thing is to book your flight at least three days in advance. Better yet, book your flight several weeks in advance, as soon as you finalize your vacation plans. Plus, by being an early bird, you will get your choice of tour and flight time. Morning flights and landing tours are best.
Next, don't book your flight at the canyon or through a Las Vegas hotel concierge or Strip kiosk -- doing so is just asking to pay full price.
Last, reserve your tour online. You may want to talk to a 'real person' for information and details, but if you want a nice discount on your flight, book it and pay for it online.
Here are a few other things to keep in mind.
Not all tour operators are the same, so you can find a variety of discounts. Some of them may offer you a great deal, but cut down the length of your tour to make up for it. You'll see less of the Grand Canyon when that happens.
Savvy travelers compare the costs of different tours when they're making their choice. Don't rely on price alone because other things are important too such as the areas of the Grand Canyon you will see, your comfort during the tour, convenience of date and time, and the length of the tour.
You will have to choose between an aerial tour or a landing tour. South Rim airplane tours give you a thrilling experience that covers all the rims in the National Park. Another option is to add a relaxing smooth-water raft trip down the scenic Colorado River that extends your trip about three hours. These smooth-water floats embark from the base of the Glen Canyon Dam.
You can also take an air tour of the West Rim, and the enjoy a spectacular landing excursion. For example, one West Rim landing tour includes a helicopter flight down to the canyon floor. Other tours include trips down the Colorado River or a chance to have an unforgettable experience on the Grand Canyon Skywalk that is made out of glass. You'll be sure to find a landing tour that interests you.
It is pretty easy to find a great deal on an air tour of the Grand Canyon, but you may need to do some comparison shopping. Just remember to reserve your trip in advance and buy it online. When you pay online at the tour operator's website, you can save money.
