Memorial Day is almost here. If you're going to be in Las Vegas for the holiday, then make sure that you do something to make it special and memorable. Grand Canyon flights are one of the best available tours from the city, and with plenty of options, you will find one that perfectly suits your budget and your needs.
Taking Tours from Vegas
There are two types of Vegas tours. There are flyover tours, and then there are landing tours. As all trips follow the same route out to the Grand Canyon, you can choose any tour. This means that there will be a flyover of the Lake Mead reservoir, and the impressive Hoover Dam. On reaching the Canyon, the trip operator will conduct some attractive moves before going back to Vegas. Your tour operator will set you down at the Canyon's top or bottom if you opt for the landing trip.
The bottom landing tour is my personal favorite, and it's also hugely popular with visitors. You will be set down right next to the Colorado River, and you can enjoy a champagne picnic after exiting the helicopter. If you want to get even more out of the bottom landing tour, then make sure that you book a boat tour, which will allow you to witness the Canyon from a whole new perspective.
Top landing tours are also great, with numerous lookout points and hiking trails being available at the top of the West Rim. There's also the Grand Canyon skywalk, which is a hugely popular tourist attraction. This platform has a transparent floor, which will give you the ultimate thrill as you stand 70ft from the rim, and 4000ft from the bottom of the Canyon. It's the perfect spot to have your photo taken by one of the official park photographers.
South Rim
The South Rim is in nearby Arizona, but you'll have to take a short one hour plane journey to get there from Las Vegas. At the South Rim you can take a 50 minute helicopter tour that covers the North and South Rims, as well as the boundary at the eastern area of the park. If you do want to go to the South Rim, I recommend the flight rather than driving, because the journey is 5.5 hours from Vegas if you take your car or a tour bus.
Booking Deluxe Tours
You have to pick between luxury and basic while reserving your tickets. As there is only a small difference in ticket rates I always advise the exclusive as it also gives a beautiful experience. The EcoStar 130 helicopter, which are customized for excursions are used in luxury tours. It has a larger viewing window than any other helicopter, and it has large seats in a stadium layout so that nobody's view is obstructed. With its included limousine commute service, the exclusive tours add more value to the already exclusive tour bundle.
Conclusion
As a last word, make sure that you book your tickets soon. I recommend that bookings are made no later than two weeks before you intend to fly. Memorial Day and the surrounding days will be extremely busy, and you don't want to miss out on tickets. Book online for convenience, and confirm using your credit card so that your seats are secured. By booking online you will also get the best prices.
It's going to be hot at Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon, so don't forget to bring a pack with sunblock, bottled water, some snacks, and some light clothing that will cover your arms. Choose your date and your tour package, and get ready for one of the best adventures available anywhere in North America.
Taking Tours from Vegas
There are two types of Vegas tours. There are flyover tours, and then there are landing tours. As all trips follow the same route out to the Grand Canyon, you can choose any tour. This means that there will be a flyover of the Lake Mead reservoir, and the impressive Hoover Dam. On reaching the Canyon, the trip operator will conduct some attractive moves before going back to Vegas. Your tour operator will set you down at the Canyon's top or bottom if you opt for the landing trip.
The bottom landing tour is my personal favorite, and it's also hugely popular with visitors. You will be set down right next to the Colorado River, and you can enjoy a champagne picnic after exiting the helicopter. If you want to get even more out of the bottom landing tour, then make sure that you book a boat tour, which will allow you to witness the Canyon from a whole new perspective.
Top landing tours are also great, with numerous lookout points and hiking trails being available at the top of the West Rim. There's also the Grand Canyon skywalk, which is a hugely popular tourist attraction. This platform has a transparent floor, which will give you the ultimate thrill as you stand 70ft from the rim, and 4000ft from the bottom of the Canyon. It's the perfect spot to have your photo taken by one of the official park photographers.
South Rim
The South Rim is in nearby Arizona, but you'll have to take a short one hour plane journey to get there from Las Vegas. At the South Rim you can take a 50 minute helicopter tour that covers the North and South Rims, as well as the boundary at the eastern area of the park. If you do want to go to the South Rim, I recommend the flight rather than driving, because the journey is 5.5 hours from Vegas if you take your car or a tour bus.
Booking Deluxe Tours
You have to pick between luxury and basic while reserving your tickets. As there is only a small difference in ticket rates I always advise the exclusive as it also gives a beautiful experience. The EcoStar 130 helicopter, which are customized for excursions are used in luxury tours. It has a larger viewing window than any other helicopter, and it has large seats in a stadium layout so that nobody's view is obstructed. With its included limousine commute service, the exclusive tours add more value to the already exclusive tour bundle.
Conclusion
As a last word, make sure that you book your tickets soon. I recommend that bookings are made no later than two weeks before you intend to fly. Memorial Day and the surrounding days will be extremely busy, and you don't want to miss out on tickets. Book online for convenience, and confirm using your credit card so that your seats are secured. By booking online you will also get the best prices.
It's going to be hot at Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon, so don't forget to bring a pack with sunblock, bottled water, some snacks, and some light clothing that will cover your arms. Choose your date and your tour package, and get ready for one of the best adventures available anywhere in North America.
About the Author:
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