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INDEPENDENT | 1 DeparturesGrand Canyon Getaway4 Days, Independent, 2 Meals

HotelThunderbird LodgeGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

ARTICLEGrand Canyon National Park Writers can be forgiven for going overboard when describing a mile-deep, 277-mile-long gash in the earth with some of the planet's oldest rocks on display like a big, beautiful geologic layer cake. Awe-inspiring. Amazing. Breathtaking. The list of clichés goes on. Some 5 million people a year step up to the edge of this natural wonder, and when they first lay eyes on it, even those with a Rhodes Scholar's vocabulary can only muster words like “wow” and “awesome.” This is as it should be. This ain't no fairytale European castle. The Grand Canyon is Mother Nature showing you she's boss.

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POINT OF INTEREST | 49 Things To DoGrand Canyon West RimThe Grand Canyon's West Rim, located just outside Grand Canyon National Park, is home to the vast Hualapai Indian Reservation and includes 108 miles (173 kilometers) of picturesque canyon views. The closest section of the canyon to Las Vegas, the West Rim is famous for the lofty Grand Canyon Skywalk, Guano Point, and Eagle Point.

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RESTAURANTEl Tovar Hotel Dining RoomContinental | Grand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

GUIDEDCanyon Country8 Days, Guided, 11 Meals

HotelLittle America HotelFlagstaff, AZ

NATIONAL PARKGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim One superb canyon vista after another is what you'll see along the South Rim's paved roads. The 25-mile Desert View Drive (open year-round to private vehicles) connects the East Entrance Station with Grand Canyon Village, winding through a ponderosa pine forest and passing a half-dozen viewpoints (Grandview is a standout) along the way.

POINT OF INTEREST | 2 Things To DoGrand Canyon RailwayGrand Canyon Village, ArizonaCombining the mystique of the Wild West with the grandeur of the Grand Canyon, the Grand Canyon Railway has been delighting riders since 1901. As you make the two-hour trip to the canyon from Williams, Arizona, to the South Rim, you’ll be entertained by authentic characters and musicians who bring the Old West to life, all the while soaking up the unforgettable scenery of Grand Canyon National Park.

HotelMaswik LodgeGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

ARTICLEGrand Canyon Hiking Tips In Grand Canyon National Park, sweeping red cliffs, forested plateaus and rare fauna make hiking a must for nature lovers and those in search of adventurous things to do outdoors. Sculpted by millions of years of geological activity and erosion, the raw marvel enticed prehistoric man and, later, 19th-century western explorers, into its chiseled depths. Today, more than 5 million trailblazers annually find solace and adventure in the biologically diverse region, embracing its jaw-dropping landscapes via more than 400 miles of park trails.

POINT OF INTEREST | 17 Things To DoGrand Canyon Visitor CenterGrand Canyon Village, ArizonaThe National Geographic Visitor Center is both a gateway to the Grand Canyon and a destination in its own right. Conveniently located near the South Rim entrance, the center makes a logical first stop at Arizona’s iconic landmark. Visit the center for guidance on your trip, and to experience its IMAX Theater, cafe, and exhibits.

HotelThe Grand Hotel at the Grand CanyonGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

ARTICLEStand In Awe Of Nature's Masterpiece Writers can be forgiven for going overboard when describing a mile-deep, 277-mile-long gash in the earth with some of the planet's oldest rocks on display like a big, beautiful geologic layer cake. Awe-inspiring. Amazing. Breathtaking. The list of clichés goes on. Some 5 million people a year step up to the edge of this natural wonder, and when they first lay eyes on it, even those with a Rhodes Scholar's vocabulary can only muster words like “wow” and “awesome.” This is as it should be. This ain't no fairytale European castle. The Grand Canyon is Mother Nature showing you she's boss.

POINT OF INTEREST | 33 Things To DoGrand Canyon SkywalkPeach Springs, ArizonaThe Grand Canyon Skywalk—a horseshoe-shaped, glass-bottomed bridge that juts out 70 feet (20 meters) above one of America’s most scenic sites—is not for the faint-hearted. Situated 4,000 feet (1,220 meters) above the Grand Canyon, the Skywalk offers unreal panoramic views of the West Rim and Colorado River.

HotelHualapai LodgePeach Springs, AZ

NATIONAL PARKArches National Park Arches National Park lies 5 miles northwest of Moab on US 191. The rugged area contains the largest number of natural stone arches in the country. Along with more than 2,000 arches are many red rock canyons, spires, fins and balancing rocks. The erosion of the Entrada Sandstone, a 300-foot-thick layer of rock that was deposited as sand 150 million years ago, created these formations.

POINT OF INTEREST | 39 Things To DoDesert View WatchtowerGrand Canyon Village, ArizonaEnjoy a sweeping panoramic view of the Grand Canyon from the historic Desert View Watchtower. Architect Mary Colter created the tower, built in the early 1930s, as an homage to the watchtowers built by the Ancestral Puebloan people who once inhabited the Four Corners area. The murals inside were painted by a local Hopi artist.

HotelCourtyard by Marriott-FlagstaffFlagstaff, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 124 Things To DoGrand Canyon South RimThe South Rim is the most popular area of Grand Canyon National Park, boasting easy access to the canyon, the bulk of available amenities and services, and the panoramic vistas for which the natural wonder is famous. One of the great natural wonders of the world, the rim offers stellar views over the Colorado River and easy access to top hiking trails such as the Bright Angel Trail and the South Kaibab Trail.

HotelSquire Resort at The Grand Canyon, BW Signature CollectionGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 19 Things To DoEagle PointPeach Springs, ArizonaEagle Point, a popular stop in Grand Canyon West, is the site of a Native American village, amphitheater, and the famous Grand Canyon Skywalk—a horseshoe-shaped glass bridge that extends 70 feet (21 meters) over the canyon for views of the Colorado River 4,000 feet (1,219 meters) below.

HotelBright Angel Lodge & CabinsGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 23 Things To DoMather PointGrand Canyon Village, ArizonaWith its panoramic Grand Canyon views, Mather Point is one of the most visited spots in Grand Canyon National Park. The multitier viewing platform is perched on a rocky outcropping near the South Rim entrance and a short walk from a visitor center. Walk nearby trails to reach multiple vantage points and photo opportunities along the rim.

HOTELGrand Canyon Plaza Hotel

POINT OF INTEREST | 1 Things To DoYavapai PointYavapai Point, perched near the entrance of the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, offers unobstructed views of the canyon’s sweeping panoramas. The viewpoint overlooks Plateau Point, Bright Angel Canyon, and provides a rare view of the Colorado River far below. You can take in the scenery from the rocky point or the glass observation area inside the Yavapai Geology Museum.

SponsoredBest Western Plus A Wayfarer's Inn & SuitesKingman, AZ

POINT OF INTERESTToroweap PointPerched 3000 feet (914 meters) above the Colorado River on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Toroweap Point reveals sweeping views far from the crowds that gather at more popular overlooks. The area’s sheer red rock cliffs and numerous trails reward those who make the trip with excellent hiking, photography, and picnicking opportunities.

HotelCameron Trading Post Motel, Restaurant & Gift ShopCameron, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 10 Things To DoBright Angel PointBright Angel Point is the most popular viewpoint on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, offering views of Grand Canyon Village on the South Rim and Roaring Springs some 3,000 feet (914 meters) below. The easy paved Bright Angel Point trail leads to the spot, with panoramic views of Grand Canyon National Park unfolding along the way.

HotelKaibab LodgeGrand Canyon National Park - North Rim, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 5 Things To DoKaibab National ForestSpread across 1.6 million acres (647,497 hectares), Kaibab National Forest, located just east of Las Vegas, is divided into three distinct sections, north and south of the Grand Canyon. Filled with grassland prairies, rocky riverbeds, scrubland, and peaks like Kendrick Mountain, the expansive park gives you a sense of Grand Canyon-esque landscape and ecosystems without the crowds.

HotelYavapai LodgeGrand Canyon National Park - South Rim, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 4 Things To DoGrand Canyon North RimNo trip to Las Vegas is complete without visiting the Grand Canyon. Thousands of feet higher than the South Rim, the canyon’s North Rim provides impressive vistas, trails along the Colorado River, and a better glimpse at the inner canyon, all with sparser crowds than its more popular counterpart. Highlights on the North Rim include Bright Angel Point (a terminus of the famous Bright Angel Trail), Angel’s Window Overlook, Cape Royal, and Point Imperial—the Grand Canyon’s highest point at 8,800 feet (2,682 meters).

HOTELYavapai LodgeGrand Canyon Village, AZ

POINT OF INTEREST | 64 Things To DoCameron Trading PostCameron, ArizonaA popular stop en route to the Grand Canyon, the historic Cameron Trading Post combines American Indian art and culture with a modern travel stop. Browse the expansive souvenir shop, eat at the restaurant, or even stay overnight in the hotel—all while experiencing the traditional food, crafts, and decore of Navajo and Hopi tribes.

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