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Thanksgiving will soon be here, and that's a great time of year to visit with family and take a fun getaway. This is an excellent time of year to tour the Grand Canyon and the best way to do it is by taking an air tour of the West or South Rim. Book Now Before Tours Are Full The cooler autumn weather makes for ideal conditions at the canyon. The cooler air temperatures actually improves visibility, so you'll have fantastic views. Because of the ideal touring conditions and the fact that holidays are busy at the canyon, you'll want to book your tour early. In fact, you should go ahead and book your tour after you book your hotel reservations. If you delay, you may not find open seats, and if you do, you'll probably have to pay more than if you buy your seats early. It's also a good idea to buy your tour online using your credit card. This process confirms your transaction, so you can be sure your seats will be waiting for you. You'll also get the lowest price when you buy your tour online. Touring The West Rim The helicopters used on Grand Canyon flights that depart from Vegas all fly to the West Rim. The West Rim is a popular part of the canyon because there is a lot to do there. You'll even get to fly over Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam on your way there. Another fun thing about going to the West Rim is that you can take a landing tour there. The landing tours are great fun. If you land on the canyon floor, you can partake of a Champagne picnic and take a raft ride on the Colorado River. If you land at the top instead, you can visit the Skywalk. The Skywalk is a glass platform that suspends you 4000 feet above the canyon floor, and it's a thrilling experience that offers you great views. If you want the ultimate Grand Canyon adventure, book a West Rim tour that includes landings at the top and bottom of the rim. South Rim Tours The Grand Canyon is massive, so if you'll be in Arizona, you'll be near it too. You'll begin the tour in Tusayan at the South Rim, and you can fly to the North Rim and back. You can actually choose from two South Rim helicopter tours, one of them goes to the North Rim and lasts about 30 minutes, while the other gives you 50 minutes of air time and includes a jaunt to the eastern border of the park. The extra 20 minutes of flight time is worth it because when you're done, you'll have seen 3/4 of the entire Grand Canyon National Park. It is definitely worth it to pay a little more for the longer flight because you see so much more. Helicopters used on South Rim Grand Canyon flights cannot land inside the canyon, but you can take a Jeep tour instead. The Jeep tour is a lot of fun and will allow you to see the landmarks and scenery from a different perspective than from the air. To Conclude Grand Canyon helicopter tours are among the most popular tours in the US, and it's easy to see why. You'll experience natural history, awesome panoramic views, and lots of options for fun that fit any budget. If touring the canyon over Thanksgiving seems like a good idea, be sure you book your tour early online. With a little planning, you can enjoy an exciting trip your family will never forget that includes amazing views of one of American's most beloved natural attractions. Tips from the Author
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