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South Rim Trail: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Phoenix: Grand Canyon Tour with Sedona and Oak Creek

1. From Phoenix: Grand Canyon Tour with Sedona and Oak Creek

Take a trip to one of the 7 wonders of the natural world on this day tour of the Grand Canyon National Park. You will be collected from selected hotels or apartments in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, or Mesa Arizona. The journey north takes you through amazing views of the Saguaro Cactus in the Sonoran Desert. You will travel through the Ponderosa Pine Forests of Flagstaff where the Lowell Observatory is located. Stop among the Red Rocks of Sedona for time to take in the breathtaking scenery and lots of pictures. Travel through Oak Creek Canyon famous the world over for its spectacular scenery. In the afternoon be taken to the Grand Canyon National Park. Stop for pictures of the Red Rocks of Sedona. Make several stops along the South Rim for picture taking and enjoying the incredible views. See the El Tovar Lodge, a former Harvey hotel. Have the afternoon to explore the sublime park and see many of its ecological wonders and natural beauty. Your professional guide will be able to inform you of the history and stories behind this ancient wonder.

Arizona: Grand Canyon National Park Tour with Lunch & Pickup

2. Arizona: Grand Canyon National Park Tour with Lunch & Pickup

Enjoy a day tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim with a guide. Stroll through the Rim Trail in Grand Canyon Village and marvel at the stunning scenery before a delicious lunch. After being picked up from your hotel, drive through the scenic areas and reach early to beat the crowds and long lines. Once you enter the Grand Canyon National Park, spend as much time as possible clicking photos and admiring the views. You will walk part of the Rim Trail in Grand Canyon Village, and historic sites while learning about the history and culture of the place from your guide. Dive deep into Grand Canyon's ecology and hear a thorough explanation of the geologic story of the chasm. Make a stop at one of the delis inside the park to have a scrumptious lunch. Your journey continues, providing you with a breathtaking view of the surroundings. Get a chance to possibly catch a glimpse of wildlife like condors, raptors, bighorn sheep, and more while you follow your guide. Finally, after a memorable experience, you will return to your hotel. 

From Las Vegas: Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Tour

3. From Las Vegas: Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Tour

Visit Grand Canyon National Park where you can relax, hike the trails, explore the beautiful surroundings, and take in breathtaking views from the South Rim. You’ll have a full 3 hours at the Park. When you arrive at the Visitor's Center you’ll have the option of walking along the 2.5 mile paved trail leading to Mather Point and Grand Canyon Village. From these locations you can enjoy panoramic views of the Canyon, the Phantom Ranch, and the Colorado River. Along the trail you’ll enjoy the breezes that pass through the pinion and juniper pines. You can walk out to the railed rim and view the majestic beauty of one of the 7 Wonders of the World. If you like, you can continue hiking along the rim, finishing up at either Grand Canyon Village or Yavapai Point. Another option is to simply hop on the shuttle bus and head back to Grand Canyon Village! Your tour includes a nutritious breakfast and bottled water, in addition to a box lunch to enjoy at your leisure. The picnic-style box lunch includes a choice of a roast beef, ham, turkey, or vegetarian sandwich.

Las Vegas: Grand Canyon Small-Group South Rim Sunset Tour

4. Las Vegas: Grand Canyon Small-Group South Rim Sunset Tour

Take a trip to the Grand Canyon National Park, home to the Grand Canyon, famous for its layered bands of red rock. Have breakfast on the way, enjoy photo stops along the route, and take a pleasant stroll to Yavapai Point for a picnic lunch and sunset views. Start with a comfortable hotel pickup from Las Vegas. Stop by Hoover Dam for a photo stop, a rest stop in Kingman, Arizona, a photo stop on Route 66, and arrive at the Grand Canyon. As the driver parks, you can go souvenir shopping. Then, take a leisurely walk on the upper rim trail at the Grand Canyon. The scenery changes every step and your guide will help you take pictures, and explain the geology and formation of the Grand Canyon. Stop for a picnic lunch, and enjoy an easy, 3-hour walk. Set up for the golden hour and watch the sun gracefully slip behind the west rim of the Grand Canyon, seeing the color and glow of light slip to night. Depart from the Grand Canyon and get dropped off upon your return to Las Vegas. It's a long drive and day but completely worth every moment.

Shuttle between Las Vegas, Williams, Tusayan + Grand Canyon

5. Shuttle between Las Vegas, Williams, Tusayan + Grand Canyon

Ride in comfort and style with reliable and luxurious transportation between Grand Canyon National Park South Rim and Las Vegas. Sit back and let someone else do the driving for you. Explore the Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim, at your own pace with this convenient daily shuttle to and from Las Vegas. Enjoy the beautiful mountainous views and rolling landscapes while your experienced driver ensures your trip unfolds in a comfortable and timely manner. Las Vegas offers the most exciting array of options in the world, with incredible nightlife, dazzling shows, award winning chef restaurants, unique activities and unparalleled resorts. Las Vegas is the jewel of the desert and a perfect place to explore the natural wonders of the Southwest United States.

Grand Canyon & Sedona: Self-Guided Driving Tour Bundle

6. Grand Canyon & Sedona: Self-Guided Driving Tour Bundle

Discover the staggering views of the Grand Canyon and Sedona's impressive buttes as you drive yourself through both sites with the assistance of an audioguide. Download the smartphone app to begin your self-guided tour and make as many stops as you wish to. Your Grand Canyon tour begins by the park’s south entrance, where you'll hear about the early history of this stunning place. Enjoy stops at Mather Point, Yavapai Point, and the Yavapai Geology Museum, full of insider knowledge on the canyon’s complex geology. Visit Grand Canyon Village for some snacks and souvenirs, then walk along the South Rim Trail, the park’s most popular path. Dive into the peculiar construction of the Hopi House and board the free Grand Canyon Shuttle to see Powell Point, Hopi Point, and The Abyss, before arriving at Hermit’s Rest. Enjoy some more great views, including the impressive Desert View Watchtower, before your visit is over. Move on to Sedona to begin your tour at the Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Center. Turn onto the famous Red Rock Scenic Byway and get acquainted with the spiritual history of this town. Enter the Tlaquepaque Arts Shopping Village then drive over to the towering Chapel of the Holy Cross to find the trail for Cathedral Rock, Sedona’s most famous formation. Reach the Courthouse Vista with spectacular views, then arrive in the Village of Oak Creek, full of more shops and restaurants.

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What people are saying about South Rim Trail

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 382 reviews

The vastness of the canyon and Sedona left me speechless. This tour is great if, like me, don’t have the chance to drive a car and to experience few hours between the canyon and Sedona.

This tour is just perfect. Our group was small, our tour guide was great and we stayed late until sunset for the best views of the canyon. Highly recommend this tour and this company!

Eric, our guide, was great! He is very knowledgeable and accommodating! Doing both Sedona and Grand Canyon is a day is the best way to see Arizona if you have limited time.

Chris was a great guide to the Grand Canyon and gave a phenomenal experience

Our guide Chris was very good, knowledgeable and caring. It was a great day