Helicopter Tour
Imagine spending an afternoon at the bottom of the Grand Canyon and enjoying a picnic next to the Colorado River before taking a helicopter ride back to Las Vegas as the sun sets and bathes the area in golden light. The Canyon Dreams tour offered by the Papillon company delivers just that. As of September 2009, prices for this tour start at $290 per adult and $270 per child. The tour lasts approximately 4.5 hours and includes complimentary transportation to and from Las Vegas hotels.
3900 Paradise Road, Suite 185
Las Vegas, Nevada 89169
(702) 736-7243
http://www.papillon.com/
Land, Air and River Tour
The Grand Canyon Tour Company offers a tour that starts with an airplane ride to the Grand Canyon, featuring a view of Hoover Dam and Lake Mead. Travelers then are flown by helicopter to the canyon floor, where a boat is waiting to take them on a 20-minute ride along the Colorado River. After enjoying the provided lunch, a bus transports everyone to Guano Point, which offers a breathtaking view of the Grand Canyon. As of September 2009, the regular price is $399 per person, although some discounts are available depending upon the time of the trip. Complimentary shuttle service from most Las Vegas hotels is available.
4343 N. Rancho Drive, Suite 230
Las Vegas, Nevada 89130
(702) 655-6060
http://www.grandcanyontourcompany.com/airhlbt.html
Bus Tour
The All Vegas Tours Grand Canyon Skywalk tour transports guests to the west rim of the Grand Canyon and the Hoover Dam by bus. This trip also includes entrance to the Grand Canyon Skywalk, which is a glass bridge extending 70 feet over the canyon. A continental breakfast and lunch buffet are provided along with entrance to Hualapai tribal lands. This tour lasts approximately 12 hours and includes pick-up and drop-off at Las Vegas hotels. As of September 2009, the fee is $139 per person with children 2 and younger free if they ride on the lap of an adult.
4285 North Rancho Drive
Las Vegas, Nevada 89130
(702) 233-1627
http://www.alllasvegastours.com/
