In his book lauding the newly opened El Tovar Hotel, W.H. Simpson wrote, “…not far from the head of Bright Angel Trail, El Tovar commands a prospect without parallel in the world.” When you stand at this 1905-built hotel on the edge of the Grand Canyon, you’ll feel the same. It’s a no-brainer as something you have to see at the Grand Canyon South Rim.

Lookout Studio is just east of Kolb Studio in the heart of Grand Canyon Village. It was built in 1914 as an observation point which happens to still be its primary purpose today—aside from the gift shop. Head to the outside deck for views at the edge of the canyon here.

If you’re hoping to see some ancient ruins at the Grand Canyon, we have you covered. Actually, the NPS has over 4,000 archeological sites on record here, but the Tusayan pueblo ruins is one of the most important ruins in North America.

The trail that’s not for everyone but worth taking a gander at. Like Bright Angel Trail, the South Kaibab Trail is a popular trail for many outdoorsy visitors. You can get to it by shuttle from Bright Angel Lodge or the Visitors Center.

Just want a taste of the trail? There are several stopping points along South Kaibab trail that make great turning around places. Famous Ooh Aah Point is about a 2-mile round-trip hike you can do in a couple hours.

Here’s what you really have to see at the Grand Canyon. (Technically, you do it too.) The Rim Trail. This partially paved trail wanders along the edge of the South Rim for about 13 miles from the South Kaibab Trailhead to Hermits Rest. Do you have to walk it all? Nope!

You can easily access the trailhead from any viewpoint in Grand Canyon Village or along Hermit Road. The Rim Trail is partly paved, mostly flat, and offers a bit of shade, a few benches, and tons of spots for viewing this natural wonder. There are shuttle stops along the way, so you can alternate hiking and riding the shuttle (no private cars).

The Rim Trail is an ideal walk if you want to avoid strenuous hiking but still stretch your legs and take in some stunning views of the Grand Canyon. The paved areas on the Greenway portion (Hermit Road section) is accessible for those with limited mobility too. And there are benches and rocks along the way where you can stop to rest your feet and soak in the views. Especially at sunrise or sunset!

We will return to Williams, have dinner, relax and get a good nights sleep.

April 29th     Following breakfast we will go by motorcoach to Las Vegas.  We will go to the Mob Museum (official name is the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement).  We have dinner and then attend an evening show in Las Vegas.  Our hotel tonight is the Hoover Dam Lodge.

April 30th     This morning following breakfast we will have transportation down to the Colorado River right below the dam.  We will be getting in a River Boat and going down the Colorado River for about 3 hours.  We will stop and have a snack along the way.  Our motorcoach will meet us at Willow Springs and then drive us to Oatman, Arizona.  

      

Rafting On the Colorado River

Explore this Western Town along with the Burros that come in to Town Each Day!

     

We will end at the Aquarius in Laughlin, NV and enjoy tonight on a Riverboat Cruise on the water, having a great meal, and seeing the lights of the city on the river.  Relax and enjoy a two-hour sunset cruise in Laughlin while dining aboard the Grand Celebration boat on our Dinner Cruise. All of our menu selections are prepared fresh on board! It’s perfect for a date night or evening adventure in Laughlin.

       

May 1st     this morning after breakfast we will be on a Jet Boat going to Lake Havasu City in Arizona to view the London Bridge, have lunch and return to Laughlin by Jet boat.

The afternoon and evening are on your own.  You can go by water taxi to any of the restaurants in Laughlin.  The fee is $5.00 each direction per person.  Have fun in the city tonight exploring, and enjoying all it has to offer.

  

May 2nd    this morning after breakfast we will be driving to Las Vegas going to Visit the National Atomic Testing Museum. 

    

Following this we will be going to the Valley of Fire State Park and then will end up at the Seafood Buffet at virgin River for dinner this evening.  We will be staying at the Eureka Hotel & Casino this evening.

  

May 3rd    this morning after breakfast we will be driving back to Orem, stopping in Beaver for lunch and going to the Beaver Creamery for Ice Cream, Squeaky Cheese, Etc.  It is always an amazing drive driving through the Gorge between mesquite and st. george. 

MEALS INCLUDED

5 Dinners, 1 Lunch, Breakfast Every Day