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Doing a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas is the best way to see it all. Here are a few tips you should know before you book your tour. Not all of the Las Vegas tours lift off from the city itself, some of them take off from a neighboring city such as Henderson, Boulder City, or North Las Vegas. While there is nothing wrong with that, the most inconvenient flights are the ones that lift off right from the Vegas Strip. Neon Wonders The nice thing about flights that depart from the Strip apart from convenience is you get a flyover of Neon Boulevard when you fly back from the Grand Canyon. Your chopper flies over the Strip before it lands so you can see the Stratosphere Tower and the Luxor Pyramid from the air. Not only that you'll see the Manhattan skyline of the New York-New York, the Bellagio fountains, the Paris Eiffel Tower, and the MGM Emerald City. Plus, this tour offers transportation to and from your Vegas hotel by limousine. If you'll be in Vegas for an anniversary, birthday, or honeymoon celebration, this tour will make it more special. Even better, these tours use the EcoStar 130 for their flights. The EcoStar is the premium sightseeing chopper and it is ideal for touring the Grand Canyon. The cabin has 25 percent more space, better climate control, and comfy seats. It's aerodynamic design ensures a smooth flight and the wraparound windshield gives you the best views possible. The other helicopters used in basic tours just don't compare. Some Choices To Make Any air tour comes with options, but the main choice is between air only tours or landing tours. Both types of tours follow the same route so you get to see Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the canyon, and the Colorado River from the air, but the landing tours are the only ones that actually land at the canyon. The air-only tours take you over all the main landmarks and scenic high points in the region and the fly on back to Vegas without landing. The landing tours let you see the same sights from the air, but then they land on top of the rim or on the canyon floor so you can get out and explore on foot. One tour that is really fun is one that flies down to the canyon floor where a champagne picnic is waiting for you. This tour can be upgraded to include activities such as a boat ride on the Colorado River and VIP tickets to the famous Skywalk. It is very important that you book your flight online as early as possible. Since tours on Grand Canyon helicopters are so popular, the sell out fast. Booking early locks in your seat and it also allows you to get a great discount on your trip. You should book your room and your flight the same day. Even waiting as long as 48 hours in advance could be too long, and if the tour isn't sold out, you'll probably have to pay more. Once tour day arrives, be sure to dress for the weather at the canyon. Summertime is hot at the canyon and 100 degree temperatures are common. Wear comfortable clothes that breathe on you so you can stay as cool as possible. Carry extra water with you and protect yourself from the sun by wearing sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen. If you take one of the landing tours wear sensible, comfortable tennis shoes with grip; the canyon floor is often rugged. Bring a salty snack to keep up your energy, there's a lot to see. Take Flight and Enjoy! Helicopter tours from the Las Vegas Strip are the best and most efficient way to see the Grand Canyon. You'll get an aerial view of Vegas as well as free limo transportation. Best of all, they use the EcoStar 130, which is unparalleled in comfort and views. All these perks make these tours very popular, so you want to book yours as early as you can. Don't wait until the last minute and have to pay extra or worse, not even get a seat! Tips from the Author
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