Grand Celebration Tour
This helicopter tour provides stunning aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Grand Canyon West. Best of all, this tour lands at the bottom of the canyon on a private plateau overlooking the mighty Colorado River.
King of Canyons
Our most in-demand Grand Canyon helicopter tour! Experience a canyon floor landing with a champagne toast and refreshments. You can enhance your tour with a sunset departure, flying over the Las Vegas Strip just as the neon lights come to life.
Golden Eagle Air Tour
The perfect helicopter tour for Las Vegas guests who are pressed for time and wish to see as much of the Grand Canyon as possible. This tour includes aerial views of Hoover Dam and Lake Mead as well as the spectacular Grand Canyon.
VIP at the Rim Helicopter Tour
Experience the most beautiful lookout points across the West Rim on this VIP Grand Canyon helicopter tour! For the ultimate adventure, add entry to the Skywalk Bridge.
Grand Voyager Rim to River
Experience one of the most comprehensive Grand Canyon tours available! You'll fly from Vegas to Grand Canyon West and enjoy an airplane tour, helicopter tour, boating adventure, and several canyon viewpoints!
Skywalk Getaway with Heli and Boat
This canyon experience brings together some of the most popular activities available at Grand Canyon West. Guests will enjoy a helicopter tour that descends to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, a Colorado River boat tour, and access to the Skywalk Bridge!
Ace of Adventures
The Ace of Adventures helicopter tour over the West Rim is the perfect tour for visitors with limited time to experience the Grand Canyon, the Las Vegas Strip, and the surrounding desert scenery from the sky.
Highlights Over Grand Canyon Tour
Hop aboard one of our luxurious airplanes - specifically designed for sightseeing - and take in inspiring aerial views of Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, The Colorado River, and Grand Canyon West.
Grand Canyon Experience
Fly from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon West aboard a sightseeing airplane and explore the breathtaking viewpoints at Eagle Point and Guano Point. A fantastic Vegas day trip!
Grand Canyon Experience with Skywalk
Take a stroll 4,000 feet in the air on the Skywalk and see the bottom of the Grand Canyon West through the glass floor beneath your feet! You'll also visit a local Native American village for fun activities and authentic crafts.
Grand Canyon North Air Ground Tour
Escape the crowds and visit an exclusive and visually stunning region of Grand Canyon. Accessible to few, this tour includes an ATV adventure to the northern edge of the canyon near Bar 10 Ranch.
Grand Canyon Deluxe with Hummer
Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon National Park on an airplane tour for a full-day sightseeing excursion. This adventure tour includes unforgettable aerial views as well as stops to several famous lookout points aboard an open-air Hummer.
Grand Canyon Deluxe with Helicopter
This day trip from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon National Park starts with an airplane flight with aerial views of Hoover Dam. At the South Rim, you'll enjoy a helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon expanse!
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Grand Canyon Day Trips from Las Vegas FAQs
Can you do a day trip from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon?
Yes, you can do a day trip from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon! This popular excursion allows visitors to experience some of the most stunning sights in the American Southwest. From Las Vegas, you can drive to the West Rim or Grand Canyon National Park along the picturesque Route 66. During the journey, you'll have plenty of opportunities to take in the scenery, capture stunning photos and make wonderful memories. Once you reach the Grand Canyon, you'll be able to spend several hours exploring its many viewpoints and trails before making your way back to Las Vegas in time for dinner! A day trip from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon is even easier when you take a Grand Canyon helicopter tour with Papillon or a Grand Canyon flight.
What part of the Grand Canyon is the closest for a day trip from Las Vegas?
The West Rim is the closest rim to Las Vegas. It is located about 130 miles from the heart of Las Vegas. On average, the drive takes approximately two and a half hours.
How far away is the North Rim and the South Rim of the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas?
Both the North Rim and South Rim are located over 270 miles from the Las Vegas Strip. On average, both drives take approximately four and a half hours. The National Park is so massive that if you want to drive from the North Rim to the South Rim, it is a 4.5-hour drive of 220 miles!
What is the address of Grand Canyon West?
The Grand Canyon West address is 5001 E Diamond Bar Rd, Peach Springs, AZ 86434.
What are the hours of operation for Grand Canyon West?
Grand Canyon West is open every day of the year, including all major holidays, from 8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Are reservations required at Grand Canyon West?
If you are driving yourself to Grand Canyon West for the day, reservations are not required.
Can I buy tickets for Grand Canyon West attractions on site?
Yes, you can purchase tickets to Grand Canyon West and Skywalks on-site.
Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon & Beyond
Las Vegas is the best starting point in America to explore the Grand Canyon! Papillon offers daily departures to the Grand Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon West, Antelope Canyon, and beautiful national park tours to destinations including Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park.
Flying to these natural wonders aboard a helicopter tour or scenic airplane tour is the fastest way to reach your destination and the most exciting way to do as much sightseeing as possible in just a day's time.
Length of Grand Canyon Day Trips
No matter how much time you have available in your Las Vegas vacation, you can visit the Grand Canyon and capture once-in-a-lifetime sights. By flying instead of driving, you can cut your travel time in half and allow yourself much more time to explore the area, enjoy a variety of Grand Canyon tours and activities, and take as many photos as possible. Between short Grand Canyon flyovers to all-day excursions including multiple events, you can find the perfect Las Vegas getaway to fit your schedule.
Quick Grand Canyon Day Trips
Just a few short hours free for a tour? Our Golden Eagle Air Tour offers the perfect chance to see the Grand Canyon West from the sky aboard a thrilling helicopter tour from Las Vegas. You’ll fly over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River, and the Mojave Desert before the Grand Canyon comes into view. You’ll soar above the rippling canyon walls and see the Skywalk Bridge before returning to Las Vegas.
Prefer a plane? We also offer the Highlights Over the Grand Canyon Air Tour, where you can see the same incredible aerial views from the comfort of a sightseeing airplane.
Daylong Grand Canyon Trips
If you find yourself with an entire free day in your Las Vegas vacation, you can visit the Grand Canyon and enjoy several hours of sightseeing and activities.
For example, you can fly to the West Rim on a helicopter tour and even land on the very bottom of the canyon! You’ll enjoy time to explore, take photos, and toast champagne. You can even include a Colorado River boat ride before your return flight. Some West Rim tours also include park entry, where you can enjoy free shuttle service to multiple lookout points or even add on Skywalk Bridge entry.
The South Rim is the most developed region of the Grand Canyon and offers equally exciting activities and breathtaking sightseeing. Papillon offers flights from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon South Rim aboard an airplane designed with oversized windows for aerial viewing and photography. Upon landing, visitors can fly over the deepest and widest canyon gorges and unique rock formations aboard a South Rim helicopter tour or explore some of the most famous lookout points with on a Grand Canyon ground tour in a military-style Hummer vehicle.
No matter which Grand Canyon rim you choose to visit, you can enjoy an entire day of sightseeing and adventure with thrilling views on a Papillon air tour!
Other Destinations to Visit from Las Vegas
Antelope Canyon: Fly from Las Vegas to Antelope Canyon and explore the depths of this world-famous slot canyon! The flight to Page, Arizona includes aerial views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Colorado River, the Mojave Desert, and Lake Powell before touching down. Upon landing, you’ll receive transport to Antelope Canyon, where you can enjoy a guided tour led by a member of the Navajo Nation. You’ll even stop at Horseshoe Bend for even more photo opportunities before your flight back to Las Vegas!
This exciting day tour also departs from the South Rim. If you’re vacationing at the park, you can fly from the Grand Canyon to Antelope Canyon for even more incredible sightseeing opportunities.
Bryce Canyon: This national park is home to some of the most unique and otherworldly rock formations in nature. You can fly from Las Vegas to Bryce Canyon and explore the world’s largest concentration of rock spires, the Middle and Lower Amphitheaters made of stone, and beautiful mountain scenery. This tour is led by a knowledgeable guide who can answer any questions and provide details about the history of this geological wonder. You can even add a guided hike or bike tour to your Bryce Canyon experience. Best of all, your return journey via bus includes a stop at Zion National Park, where you can wander the depths of Zion Tunnel and see Checkerboard Mesa, an iconic striped sandstone rock formation.
Papillon’s national park tours are a fantastic opportunity to enjoy during your Las Vegas vacation and a once-in-a-lifetime sightseeing opportunity!