Las Vegas · GRAND CANYON SOUTH RIM TOURS
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The South Rim is the mile-deep view from the postcards, inside the national park and a longer haul from Vegas. Ranked below: the best South Rim tours, whether they drive both ways, fly one leg or run as a small group, with prices, total day length, and how much time you actually spend on the rim.
Full-day South Rim bus tour from Las Vegas with onboard comfort, Route 66 stops, and about 3 hours at the Grand Canyon viewpoints.
“They cancelled the tour one day before, so I had no time to solve it. I have read that this has happened multiple times, if you have a strict itinerary, definitely don’t book with them.”
Ride Route 66, catch first views at Mather Point, then spend hours exploring Grand Canyon South Rim with a guided day plan.
“Everything was good, great communication from day one. Curty our guide was great, overall I will give 4.5 stars. Only negative on my opinion was the seats in the bus, very slippery making uncomfortable for long trips.”
A long, comfortable day trip from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon’s South Rim with hotel pickup, big viewpoints, and optional Hummer, IMAX, or helicopter.
“Gray line tours pass me to another tour group, maybe because its not enough number of people joining my chosen tour or that tour is full.. But i appreciate it because we had a great time, our tour guide and driver are amazing. Thank u also to gray line for making sure that we are informed of the changes and for making sure the tour will push thru.”
Bus trip from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon South Rim with park highlights, lunch, WiFi, and easy pickup—early start included.
“Guide was not experienced enough on the tour. The tour could have been much more better if we have a good tour guide.”
A 45-minute helicopter flight from Tusayan over the Grand Canyon’s South Rim to North Rim views, with panoramic windows and expert pilots.
“Professional, streamlined operation. The flight was amazing! Awesome views! Our pilot gave a nice commentary in the headset and played some great music for the flight.”
A 4-hour Canyon Ministries South Rim sunset drive with biblical Creation teaching, major overlooks, and a calm, perfect end to the day.
“We toured in February so we were the only ones on the tour. Eddy gave us a great tour and tailored it, taking into account the things we’d already seen and what we hadn’t. He had a lot of information to share, really knew the area and answered our many questions”
Las Vegas to Grand Canyon South Rim in 14 hours with a guided bus ride, Mather Point and Bright Angel stops, lunch, and free WiFi.
“Awesome! Broken down bus...back on the road in a new bus within 20 mins. Great lunch. Knowledgeable guide who was really passionate about the area and shared really relevant information. Highly recommend”
Guided Grand Canyon South Rim day trip from Las Vegas with pro-led photo stops at Mather and Bright Angel plus Route 66 breaks.
“It was very nice day. They pick us up very close to our place. Driver and the guide man Harrison were very helpful funny and kind. I did enjoy all day.”
Small-group South Rim day trip from Las Vegas: hotel pickup, park entry, Mather Point and Hopi House, deli lunch. Long but worth it.
“Kevin was an excellent tour operator. He was knowledge, funny, showed us everything we wanted to see but we didn't feel rush on the tour. Definitely would do a tour with him again.”
Desert View Grand Canyon Jeep Tour with IMAX included. Ride Desert View Drive, stop at top viewpoints, and catch sunset from the Watchtower.
“The views of the Canyon were so spectacular. I had dreamed of this trip and sight for many years. The view brought tears to my eyes. Our guide Michael shared many stories along the way. We were delighted that he was our guide!”
A 25-minute EcoStar helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon South Rim, with optional 2-hour open-air Hummer tour for an aerial-and-ground combo.
“The views are amazing! You won’t be disappointed! New pilot in training. Working on his control touch. But his instructor was funny!”
South Rim sunset tour with dinner included: small group ride, big views, Celestron binoculars, and dinner at Yavapai Restaurant.
“Eric was amazing! So knowledgeable about the history and landscape. He seriously covered everything and had just about anything you could need. We had the best time with him and our group and couldn't think of a better way to celebrate our anniversary!”
Small-group Grand Canyon South Rim van tour from Tusayan with hotel pickup, multiple viewpoints, narrated geology, and lunch.
“It was great to have a guide who was knowledgeable about the geology, history and environment of the Grand Canyon. We were so glad we did this. Keaton was so very happy to answer our many questions.”
