Grand Canyon West Rim Day Tour and Hoover Dam Photo Stop with Skywalk and Lunch (CHD)

Eagle Point
The cliffs of the Grand Canyon West Rim can be likened to wood chopping, but elevated to a terraforming scale. You can almost make out where the axe falls from the gash-like swaths of seemingly bottomless valley. The most prominent of such is eagle-shaped and how Eagle Point came to be named. According to traditional Hualapai oral legend, the ancient locals lived in the valley totally unaware of the impending flash flood. The Great Creator then sent a divine eagle to warn them of the flood, and the messenger perched atop the cliff and merged with the rock into the form it is today. Another interesting tidbit of information is that bald eagles are a common sight around there; it is as if they have been silently standing vigil over this land all these hundred millennia.

Guano Point
Located at a great bend in the Grand Canyon, Guano Point’s summit requires a relatively long hike on loose gravel. Once it’s reached however, you are treated to a 360 degree panoramic vantage point of the entire West Rim that stands on a high slope. The view overlooks the calm flow of the Colorado River deep in the North sandwiched by towering multi-layered canyon wall. Beyond even that, the river can be followed by sight into the distant cluster of mountain ranges covered by clouds with shifting color hues brought on by the sunset. All these elements combine to form a surreal dreamscape that must be seen to believe! To the East is where the aforementioned bend turns and where you get a front-seat view of the emanated overwhelming majestic sight of the canyon. It is without a doubt that this vantage point has the best view in all of the West Rim.

Sample Itinerary:

1. You will depart in the morning from Las Vegas, and heading across the Mojave Desert, and crossing the Colorado River high above on the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
2. Arrive at Grand Canyon West, located within the Hualapai Reservation, arriving approximately 2 ½ hours after departing from Las Vegas.   
3. Taking advantage of the shuttle system available, you will approximately 3 hours to explore the main areas of the West Rim.
4. There will be plenty of time and opportunity to explore the local favorites such as Hualapai Ranch, Eagle Point, and Guano Point.
5. Depart the Grand Canyon for your return trip to Las Vegas, approximately 2 ½ hour ride to the city.
6. Enjoy a short photo stop of the Hoover Dam from the bridge overlook viewing area on the return to Las Vegas.

Inclusions: General admission to Grand Canyon West, round-trip transportation from select hotels, Granola Bar, bottled water, meal ticket

Meal ticket to use at Sky View Restaurant located in the Skywalk Building Menu options include: Choice of Cheeseburger, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Tenders or a Vegetarian Beyond Burger. All meals served with fries and your choice of soft drink.

Exclusions: Optional upgrades, any personal expense, gratuity

 

Prebook Information:
Cancellation Policy: We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the tour.  Any cancellations received less than 24 hours will not be refunded.
Children 1 years old or under, not occupying their own seat (lap child) and not exceeding accompanying adults may participate at no charge.

Disclaimers: The listed tours are designed by National Park Express; we do our best to make sure all the tour arrangements and inclusions will be the same as planned. Should any unforeseen situation(s), such as traffic, road conditions, accidents, mechanical problems, public enemies, strikes, riots, political upheavals, authority of law, bad weather or any  other natural circumstances beyond our control arise, local agents conducting the tour or our office staff reserve the right to alter the itinerary as necessary for the comfort and safety of the participants. Any additional expenses incurred shall be charged to the participants. Participants should strictly abide by the laws and regulations of the local governments. NPE will not be responsible for individuals, for any and all penalties due to any regulations of the governments of the cities, counties, countries, and other jurisdictions visited.

Drop-off Disclaimer: Please be aware that drop off locations at the end of the tour are limited to 3 locations: Excalibur, Bally's and Treasure Island.

Tour Description Starting from 10/6/2022:
Enjoy an incredible Grand Canyon Day Tour from Las Vegas that includes:
* Grand Canyon West admission, located on the Hualapai Reservation
* Experience memorable views from Eagle Point and Guano Point at the canyon's rimside
* Walk on the famous Skywalk glass bridge over the edge of the rim
* Amazing views of Hoover Dam await you as you walk across the Hoover Dam Overlook Bridge
* Stop at Arizona's Joshua Tree Forest on the way to the Grand Canyon
* Visit Boulder City's Hemenway Park for a chance to see the famous bighorn sheep
* Have lunch in the Sky View Restaurant with incredible views of the Grand Canyon

Enjoy the spectacular Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the Earth on a comfortable day trip from Las Vegas. You tour will depart in the morning and you will travel through the Mojave Desert to the Hualapai Reservation to enjoy amazing views of the Grand Canyon. Visit Eagle Point for memorable views and legends of the land.  Guano Point, located at a great bend in the Grand Canyon, offers a 360-degree panoramic vantage point of the entire West Rim that stands on a high slope. The view overlooks the calm flow of the Colorado River deep in the North, underneath towering, multi- colored layers in the canyon wall. Also, on the way back to Las Vegas, enjoy a photo stop overlooking famous Hoover Dam.

1. Depart from Las Vegas, head toward Boulder City.
2. Continue across the Mojave Desert, and cross the Colorado River high above on the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge.
3. Make a brief stop, at Arizona's Joshua Tree Forest to see these unique trees and take photos.
4. Approximately 3 hours after departing from Las Vegas, arrive at Grand Canyon West, located within the Hualapai Reservation.
5. Experience the various areas of Grand Canyon West, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
6. Enjoy views of Eagle Point. Purchase an optional ticket to walk across the famous Skywalk, a glass bridge that juts out over the walls of the canyon.
7. Explore the area around Guano Point, a breathtaking destination at the rim of the Grand Canyon with views in several directions.
8. Visit the displays of Native American dwellings and Western Hualapai Ranch.
9. Depart the Grand Canyon, stopping at the Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, and walk up the steps to the pedestrian walkway, overlooking Hoover Dam and the Colorado River.
10. Make a brief stop at Hemenway Park in Boulder City to see if the Bighorn Sheep are grazing in the park, a rare chance to see wildlife up close.
11. Continue on for your return to Las Vegas.