Explore the Grand Canyon South Rim on a Guided Tour
Our selection of Grand Canyon South Rim tours will whisk you away to this nature lover's playground for a full day of exploration. The South Rim of the Grand Canyon flaunts hiking trails for all skill levels and breathtaking views from either the ground or the skies on one of our helicopter tours. So, pack a bag and don't forget the sunscreen, because you'll be taking in these beautiful sun-soaked views all day long.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grand Canyon South Rim Tours
Yes. The South Rim is part of Grand Canyon National Park and includes the Grand Canyon Visitor Center, scenic overlooks, trails and other park facilities. This distinguishes it from Grand Canyon West, which is located on Hualapai tribal land outside the national park.
Yes. Vegas.com currently offers the Grand Canyon South Rim Bus Tour by Gray Line Tours, which provides transportation from Las Vegas to the South Rim for a full-day Grand Canyon National Park experience.
Plan for a long day. Vegas.com currently lists its South Rim bus tour at approximately 14 hours, reflecting the greater distance between Las Vegas and Grand Canyon National Park compared with the closer West Rim.
Vegas.com estimates the South Rim at roughly 280 miles from Las Vegas with about 4.5 hours of driving each way. A guided tour can be appealing for travelers who want to visit the national park without handling that long drive themselves.
South Rim tours can include scenic viewpoints and a visit to the Grand Canyon Visitor Center. Grand Canyon South Rim Bus Tour by Gray Line Tours currently advertises visits to two prominent Grand Canyon landmarks along with a stop at the Visitor Center.
Mather Point is a short walk from the South Rim Visitor Center and is one of the first canyon views experienced by many visitors. The area also provides access to the Canyon Rim Trail and Grand Canyon shuttle system, making the Visitor Center an important starting point for exploring the South Rim.
Choose the South Rim if experiencing Grand Canyon National Park is a priority and you're comfortable devoting more of the day to travel. Choose the West Rim if proximity to Las Vegas and attractions such as the Skywalk are more important. The two destinations offer different experiences and are not simply different entrances to the same visitor area.
Pay close attention to the total tour length, departure time, transportation and how much time the itinerary provides at the South Rim. Since a South Rim day trip from Las Vegas involves considerably more driving than a West Rim tour, travelers should choose it specifically because they want the Grand Canyon National Park experience rather than simply the closest Grand Canyon excursion.