Grand Canyon Bus Tour
As one of the natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon attracts
thousands of visitors from every corner of the globe. From the rim of
the canyon, visitors can enjoy spectacular views similar to what one
might experience from the top of a mountain, only more spectacular and
without having to do any actual climbing. Unlike a high mountain peak,
the Grand Canyon attracts people of all ages and levels of physical
ability. For the intrepid hiker, the Grand Canyon is a rite of passage.
A strenuous day hike or multi-day backpacking trip will provide
memories of a lifetime. For those who want to appreciate the beauty of
the canyon without breaking their backs, a luxurious bus tour can be
the way to see it.
A typical Grand Canyon bus tour will start
in Las Vegas, Nevada, which is nearby, at least according to "out west"
standards of distance. The coach is a luxury vehicle, and has a
restroom on board as well as DVD players and large, comfortable seats.
Although only a single-level bus, these liners are taller than a
standard city bus, and large, high windows provide a magnificent, picturesque view of the canyon.
In Las Vegas, passengers are picked up from their hotel in the early morning, usually around 7:00 or 8:00. Similar to the Grand Canyon railway,
you will see more than just the Grand Canyon itself. Before heading to
the canyon, the bus will travel to the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead,
which
supply electrical power to California and Arizona. From there, the tour
heads to Kingman, AZ for a stretch break. This is a good time to get a
snack or grab a souvenir.
Just
before noon, the bus arrives at the Grand Canyon National Park. Most
tours provide a lunch around this time. Passengers are given
opportunity to explore the visitor center, and then the bus traverses the south rim. Mather Point is one of the more spectacular places, and provides a magnificent view of one of the deepest and widest points of the canyon.
