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Las Vegas is a vibrant city that offers fun for all ages. Something about Vegas you may not know is that it's the most popular hub for Grand Canyon bus tours. There are tours available year round, so if you're looking for something different to do on Thanksgiving, this could be it. First, you'll have to choose between a tour to the West or South Rim. Vegas is closest to the West Rim, and it is only a 2 1/2 hour bus ride away. The South Rim is farther away in Arizona and it takes about 5 1/2 hours to get there. The tours are all-inclusive, so all fees and taxes are included in the price you pay, and you'll even get lunch. West Rim Tours Being close to Vegas, the West Rim is the busiest area of the Canyon, this also means that there's plenty of attractions in the area. The West Rim Is actually part of the Hualapai Indian Reservation. The Hualapai administer some of the attractions in the area too. Speaking of attractions, the West Rim is home to the world-famous Skywalk. It is a massive platform made of giant glass panels that extend 70 feet over the rim. You can see right down through the platform, to the Canyon and river that is 4000ft below. The time you spend riding to the Canyon isn't wasted, since you'll see all kinds of scenic views along the way, and you'll even have a quick stopover at the Hoover Dam. When you're actually in the park, you will have three hours to explore, and could even add a ticket to fly down to the bottom of the Canyon in a helicopter. Tours Of The South Rim Although there aren't as many options at the South Rim, there is just as much to see. You can even add on a helicopter flight to you bus tour. One helicopter tour is a 30-minute flight that goes to the North Rim and back, and another 50-minute tour flies to the North Rim and over to the eastern edge of the park before flying back to the South Rim. The South Rim is home to many famous landmarks, including Dragoon Corridor, which is the deepest and widest part of the Canyon. You will be able to see it close up on board a helicopter. In addition, your South Rim tour bus will make a quick stopover at Hoover Dam on the way from Vegas to the Canyon. Book A Deluxe Tour Typical bus tours will accommodate over 40 passengers, but there are also deluxe ground tour options available. These uses smaller buses that carry only 12 people, so they are more comfortable and offer a more personalized experience. Find Great Discounts Online Booking online is not only convenient, but it will also allow for you to take advantage of the best tour deals. You'll find the lowest prices on the tour operator's website because there are no added fees and commissions from third party sellers tacked on. When you book online using your credit card, you will lock in the best price and confirm your seats at the same time. That being said, tours are incredibly popular, so you will need to book early to ensure that you won't be disappointed on Thanksgiving. Try to book your seats about two weeks in advance if possible . To Conclude A Thanksgiving tour will make this holiday one to remember. Remember that you have plenty of options, whether you want to go West Rim or South Rim, Deluxe or Standard. Just be sure to book your tour early, and do it online with your credit card so you get the lowest price. A day at the Canyon is filled with awe and beautiful sights, and the good thing about touring by bus is the pace is slower so you can soak it all in. Tips from the Author
Justine M. is an expert on Grand Canyon tours and suggests visiting this site for a list of discounts on the very best tour bus journeys: http://www.grandcanyondaytrips.com/bus/
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