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Touring the Grand Canyon by helicopter is a fantastic adventure for a holiday getaway. Since Labor Day is nearly here, it's the perfect time to start planning a weekend in Vegas and a canyon tour. The great thing about taking an air tour from Las Vegas, is that you can choose from landing and air only tours. They both follow the same flight path, so you'll get aerial views of Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam no matter which type of tour you book. Of course you will end up at the highlight of the journey, the Colorado River and the Grand Canyon itself. While the air-only tours circle the canyon and head back to Vegas, the landing tours stop at the canyon so you can get out and explore the area. Las Vegas Landing Tours While you have a choice in tour types and upgrades, one of the best choices is the deluxe landing tour that departs from the Strip in Vegas. Deluxe tours offer extra in that you will receive a limousine shuttle to and from your hotel, and you will fly in the state-of-the-art EcoStar 130 helicopter. When it comes to choosing your landing spot at the canyon, you can't go wrong with a tour that sets down on the canyon floor beside the Colorado River. On this landing tour you will be able to toast the occasion with a champagne picnic, and you could even upgrade your ticket to include a picturesque river boat ride. Touring The South Rim You can also take a tour out of Vegas that goes to the South Rim, and if you'll be in Arizona rather than Vegas, you'll be closer to the South Rim, so your tour will go there. You can drive to the helicopter tour starting point in Tusayan from any location in Arizona, or you can fly there from Vegas in about an hour. You get to choose from the least expensive half hour air tour of the South Rim, or the longer tour that lasts nearly an hour, which is highly recommended. It goes all the way from the South Rim, to the wild North Rim, and out to the eastern boundary of the park. It is the most comprehensive air tour available and lets you see a great deal of beautiful scenery and landmarks. Although you can't land inside the canyon, you can take an exhilarating 4x4 ground tour from Arizona. For instance, you can book a tour package that includes a 40-minute air tour and a 2 1/2 hour ground tour. Seeing the sights from the ground offers a new perspective, and combined with the air tour, makes for an unforgettable experience. Deluxe Tours Booking a deluxe tour ensures you'll have the best viewing experience possible on a helicopter tour. These helicopters have more room inside, they have superior seating compared to older helicopters, and most importantly they have a huge panoramic viewing window that wraps 180 degrees around the front of the helicopter. The cabins are much quieter than those of older helicopters and they are able to fly much smoother too. If you can get a deluxe tour ticket, then you shouldn't even think twice. Grand Canyon Labor Day Tours Labor Day Weekend is September 5th-7th, and it is the last big vacation weekend for the year. So expect tours to sell out quickly since the canyon will be busy for the holiday. If you're planning to fly on Labor Day, then I recommend that you book early. Booking now would be best, but at the very least, make sure you book before the week beginning August 24. Booking early is the only way to be sure you'll get seats on the tour you want. Book your tour online and you'll get the lowest price on your tour and instant confirmation of your seat reservations. Make This The Best Labor Day Yet A helicopter tour is the best way to see the Grand Canyon, and it is a thrilling experience too. And since you can upgrade your flight to include a landing excursion, you can customize the adventure of a lifetime you're sure to enjoy. Just remember to book your seats early and buy your tour online. The Grand Canyon is a vast and beautiful national treasure. See it in a way you can truly appreciate it by booking a helicopter tour out of Las Vegas or Tusayan. Tips from the Author
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