Las Vegas Grand Canyon Valentine's Day (Feb. 14) Bus Tours
by Melissa Manchester
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.
Buses leave Vegas about 7 am, and you'll need to allot an entire day for the tour. You'll see plenty of exciting things on the way to the Canyon, including the Hoover Dam, and your bus will probably even make a short stop there so you can take photos. If the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead grab your interest, you may want to book another day long tour on another day to explore them more fully.
Touring The West Rim
Closest to Vegas, is the West Rim. It takes only two and a half hours to get there from the city. Here there are some great viewing platforms and walkways, with the most famous platform being the Skywalk. This glass footbridge extends 70ft from the rim, and will have you staring in amazement as you stand 4000ft above the bottom.
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.
There's a basic, no-frills West Rim tour that basically gets you to the Park so you can explore it at your own pace. Then there are the more deluxe packages that come with a helicopter ride to the bottom or a boat trip down the Colorado River.
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.
South Rim tours come with a lot of options too. You can stick with a bus tour and view the rim from the ground or you can add on a helicopter tour and see the wilderness area from the air. A helicopter tour gives you thirty minutes of air time to view the scenery from the South Rim to the North Rim.
All Fees Included
You will only pay the ticket price for your bus tour, and there are no hidden fees or taxes. There's also free hotel pickup, a light breakfast, and lunch included with the package. These tours are also guided, so you will have a professional on board to tell you all about the areas that you visit.
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.
These tours are great for budget travelers and are the cheapest way to get to and from the National Park. However, to ensure you get the lowest price possible, I urge you to book your tour in advance and online. Try to avoid booking 24 hours prior to departure as there won't be any seats or the price will be higher.
Conclusion
A bus tour is a unique and fun way to celebrate Valentine's Day. The Canyon is a beautiful place filled with mystery, adventure, and even romance. Don't forget to add on exciting adventures like a helicopter flight from the South Rim to the North Rim and back, or a helicopter descent to the Canyon floor at the West Rim. It's hard to make a wrong choice since all the tour option are fun, just make sure your tour doesn't sell out first, be sure to book it online with your credit card to lock in your seats and get the lowest price. Vegas is filled with a lot of beautiful sights, but none of them are quite as grand as those you'll see on your tour of the Canyon!
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