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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Travel from the Sonoran Desert up to Grand Canyon National Park on this Day Tour of Grand Canyon South Rim from Phoenix
Highlights on Your Day Tour of Grand Canyon South Rim:
- Day trip to visit Arizona’s breathtaking Grand Canyon National Park
- Scenic drive with views of the San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff
- Several viewpoints at the spectacular Grand Canyon South Rim
- Optional 45 minute helicopter upgrade available
Tour Package pricing from $199
TRAVEL INFO
Departure Location:
Select hotels in the Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe area*
*In efforts to cut down on the amount of time it takes to do pick ups, we may need you to meet at another hotel. Our office will contact you upon booking.
Departure Time:
Between 6:00am and 7:00am
Return Time:
Between 7:00pm and 8:00pm
Transportation:
DETOURS custom touring vehicles are specifically designed for small groups with comfortable, individual captain’s chairs. Maverick’s ECO-Star helicopters feature wraparound glass for outstanding visibility, front-facing, theater-style seating and individual leather seats.
Cancellation Policy:
Tours canceled within 48 hours of departure will be charged in full.
Notes:
Body weights required at the time of booking for helicopter safety.
This tour can also be operated as a private tour. Contact a tour specialist for details.
TOUR ITINERARY
Departs: between 6:00am and 7:00am
Returns: between 7:00pm and 8:00pm
After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of Flagstaff and from the highway, see the San Francisco Peaks among the seemingly endless Ponderosa Pine forests, the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pines in the world.
Once at the Grand Canyon, you’ll experience approximately three hours within the National Park marveling at the beauty that is the South Rim. Don’t forget to visit the historic El Tovar Lodge and Hopi House in Grand Canyon Village. While inside Grand Canyon National Park, you will have opportunities to walk the rim, shop and capture an unlimited number of photographs.
Optional Helicopter Upgrade: Just before entering the Grand Canyon National Park, you will be checked in for your 45 minute helicopter flight, spanning over 90 miles of the Grand Canyon. After your flight, your DETOURS guide will bring you back into the National Park to discover more by foot. You will have opportunities to walk the rim, shop, capture an unlimited number of photographs, or relax with the best seat in the house. Note: Your time on foot at the rim will be shortened due to the helicopter flight.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Fuel surcharge
- National Park entrance fees
- Unlimited bottled water
- All taxes
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
- Helicopter tour (Add this option during check out)
- Meals
- Guide gratuities
TRAVEL TIPS
Temperatures in the Grand Canyon are typically 25-30°F cooler than in Phoenix and vary by season. We recommend our guests bring jackets in the event of changing weather patterns.
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FAQ
How long is the helicopter ride?
Approximately 45 minutes.
How many people will be in the helicopter?
A maximum of 7 guests.
Where does the helicopter depart from?
The Grand Canyon National Park Airport.
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