Grand Canyon Bus - Excursions from Las Vegas During the Christmas Holiday Season

Dec 23
17:34

2013

Tracy Delvecchio

Tracy Delvecchio

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Experiencing the Christmas holidays in Vegas? Make sure you add a trip to the Grand Canyon. Bus tours are the most affordable and here are ideas on how to buy them.

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If you'll be spending Christmas vacation in Vegas,Grand Canyon Bus - Excursions from Las Vegas During the Christmas Holiday Season Articles you should take a bus tour of the Grand Canyon while you're there. You have quite a few choices when it comes to the Vegas tours. Lots of them, and that includes going to the West Rim or the South Rim (you can't visit both on one trip). Here are some details about each rim. The West Rim is near Las Vegas. Since it is just 120 miles away, the bus ride only takes 2.5 hours. The bus ride to the South Rim covers 270 miles and takes 5.5 hours. Distance is not the only difference between the rims, the activities on offer are different too. The West Rim, for instance, offers more thrills and attractions while the South Rim is more famous for it's natural scenic beauty. More specifically, it's at the West Rim where you can take a helicopter ride to the bottom and a boat ride down the Colorado River. Or, you can do the Grand Canyon Skywalk, the world's largest all-glass cantilevered bridge. There are also free shuttles that will get you to the area's best viewing areas. The South Rim's prime attraction is its lookouts. You will see some awesome scenic vistas there. In most cases, bus tours go inside the National Park and take you to two to three of these lookouts. When you're at the South Rim, you should take the chopper tour they offer, it is great fun. Unlike air tours (e.g. helicopter and airplane rides), bus tours offer the traveler plenty of availability. Don't be tricked by that though. Be sure to book your tour early, at least three days ahead of time is recommended. One caveat: canyon bus tours will not be in operation on Christmas Day 12/25 so bear that in mind as you book your trip. One thing that travelers really like about these coach trips is that they are all-inclusive. That means there are no hidden charges for fuel, park fees and more. The price you pay when you reserve your seats is all you have to pay. Nothing more, nothing less. You'll also get drinks, lunch, and a fun tour guide. It is fantastic value for your money. The tour will probably take all day though. You won't get back from the South Rim until about 9 p.m. and the tour from the West Rim ends around 8 p.m. Indeed, it does seem like a lot of time on the road but the buses used on these routes are superior in terms of comfort and safety. Lastly, avoid making plans for evening before 10 p.m. In ConclusionI hope this article was insightful in terms of assisting you as you plan a Grand Canyon bus tour this Christmas holiday week. First, choose between the West and South Rim. From there, consider your side-trip options. Then get ready for one of the greatest road trips you'll ever experience.