Grand Canyon National Park South Rim Bus Tour
- Explore the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, just a ride from Las Vegas
- Marvel at the vast canyon, stretching 277 miles long, 18 miles wide, and one mile deep
- Experience breathtaking views from the South Rim’s scenic overlooks on this unforgettable adventure
- Enjoy expert insights into the canyon’s history and geology from a friendly, knowledgeable tour guide
- Capture stunning photos and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the South Rim’s diverse landscapes
What to expect
Embark on a scenic bus tour from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon's South Rim, renowned for its breathtaking vistas and panoramic views. Begin with a convenient hotel pickup and enjoy the journey with a friendly guide. Upon arrival, explore iconic lookout points like Mather Point and Bright Angel Lodge, or hike along scenic trails surrounded by pinion and juniper pines. Take in the awe-inspiring landscapes and visit the historic El Tovar Lodge for souvenirs or relaxation. Capture incredible photos of the canyon's vast expanse and ever-changing colors. This unforgettable adventure offers ample time to immerse yourself in the canyon’s natural beauty. Book your tour today and experience one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World!











Reviews
Reviews summaryBecause I saw the pick-up and drop-off location for this tour, I chose to stay at the Excalibur Hotel. The pick-up person arrived at the pick-up point on time at 4:50 that morning (will notify us by e-mail the day before) and took us to the Treasure Island Hotel for transfer. The car in the photo sets off. The water provided on the car is basically unlimited, and there is still some left at the end of the tour. The lunch included a chicken sandwich, an apple, a small package of chips, a bottle of water, and a package of two sweet cookies. For your trip on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, you can choose to hike from point A to point B, or simply take a ride from point A to point B without hiking. It is strongly recommended to choose to hike by yourself, because the scenery in the first section from A to B is very beautiful. Our hike could take three hours, but if we take photos at every scenic spot along the way, the time may not be enough; in addition, there is only hiking You can visit the Grand Canyon Museum located in the middle of the road. The introduction inside can help people understand the Grand Canyon better. When taking the bus to and from the Grand Canyon, the tour guide will let us use the restroom and buy something to eat or drink at specific rest points. Thanks to tour guide Naomi for her kind service.
We were originally planning to travel by car, but considering that it would take 8 hours to drive from Las Vegas for the same day, we decided to join this tour. The tour guide and driver were very kind, and we didn't pay the $20 upgrade after referring to other people's reviews. We spent 2 hours touring and taking photos on the Rim Trail. The scenery along the way was beautiful. On the way, the park's Ranger introduced the formation of the geology. There was also a souvenir shop that was a little cheaper than the one in the Village. We really enjoyed this walking journey. By the way, it was also very cold when I went there in March, only 10 degrees Celsius, and it was windy.
Get on the bus at Excalibur Hotel on time at 5:00, and transfer to another location, and the journey begins! There will be a Late stop along the way (meaning the last stop on the way to Vegas). You can go down and buy breakfast. The souvenirs inside are very interesting! Then we went all the way to the Route 66 Souvenir Shop in Kingman to buy some souvenirs! There will be another stop, and the tour guide will go down to get everyone's lunch. The lunch is very rich, including sandwiches + potato chips + chocolate soft cookies + apples + a bottle of water. Then go to the Grand Canyon. You have 2.5-3 hours to hike to the Angel Souvenir Shop. If you can’t walk, you can stay on the bus. The tour guide will take you to the end and wait for everyone, but you will miss the beautiful scenery on the hiking trail and the Hopi people. There are souvenir shops in the room and the Grand Canyon shooting spots where there are not so many people. It is recommended to go as long as you can, but be careful about the time! above! I tip the driver $5/tour guide $10, it’s up to you. There is no Chinese tour guide, so it would be better if you can basically understand English instructions.
i super love this tour!!! everything is just perfect! the tour guides were very funny and informative. You will spend around 3 hours in the Grand Canyon exploring by yourself. Lunch was also good. Would recommend since Grand Canyon is SOOO beautiful!
Every link is well arranged, such as time management and tour guide explanation. Lunch was sincere. 2.5 hours is just enough time to complete the trail. Admiring the magnificent scenery along the southern edge of the Grand Canyon is really refreshing and praising the greatness of the Creator. The driver is a local who knows a lot and is willing to share his experience, which adds a lot of fun to the journey.
After deducting commuting time, the tour guide allows tourists to freely move around the Grand Canyon for 3 hours, which is quite enough time. You can see the magnificent scenery of the Grand Canyon while walking along the trail on the south rim. During the round trip, you will also stop at rest stops to use the restroom, and you can also buy snacks at your own expense (if you are afraid that the included sandwich will not be enough). Overall quite recommended.
the bus is on time and transfer is really smooth. our driver kenny is very helpful and brandon our tour guide is knowleagable he know everything about grand canyon. he is very good tour guide. the grand canyon itself is amazing place. we recommend this tour. thank you klook.
the tour is really worth it. the driver kenny is very friendly and brandon our tour guide is very nice and informative. he help us also to take pictures. the grand canyon is really fantastic and break taking views. its really amazed us how beautiful grand canyon is. i will recommend this tour package. thank you klook for this tour.
South Rim is the way to go. Although it seems like a much further drive compare to West (heard its operated by the Indians and meant to ripoff tourists esp the skywalk 😅) but its actually alright. Our driver Paul was simply awesome! He gave detailed descriptions of various locations during the drive. Clear instructions were given b4 each stop regarding timings and pickup. (All timings based on Las Vegas timezone to avoid confusion on journey time) 0530: Departure from Treasure Island 0700: White Hills. Aprox 20-30mins stop. Restroom, Drinks, Snacks, Souvenirs. Everything here are freaking overpriced 0830: Route 66. Aprox 20-30mins stop. Restroom, Drinks, Snacks, Souvenirs. Items slightly more reasonably priced compared to White Hills. 1030: No stop for passengers. Paul collected lunch for us. Its a paper bag with an apple, sandwich, cookies, chips, bottle water. 1100: Arrive Matter Point. 3 hours stop for the 2.1miles hike to Bright Angel Lodge. we took almost the entire 3hours. Departs 1400: Bright Angel Lodge. Restroom available. Around 1630: White Hills. Aprox 20-30mins stop Around 1900: Back at Treasure Island (1st Stop) Overall all stops were comfortably inserted. Just don't drink that much water that you need toilet every 30mins kinda. There's unlimited supply of bottle water at the front passenger seat so you need not byo. Granola bar available to grab when you first board the bus too together with the bottle water. Bring some little snacks along for the bus trip if you are the muchy type. If not the lunch pack provided is actually adequate if you are not a big eater. I visited on 2/14 and it was freezing unlike sunny Las Vegas. There's snow everywhere but weather was awesome that day. No clouds, no wind, no rain, not snowing 👍 Drove past Colorado River (nothing much) otw up and Hoover Dam (quite impressive but pics suck as its dark) otw back. Both will be on the right. Paul was really amazing. I'm happy to have him as our 'guide'. Overall its an awesome tour and i highly recommend it. After all its a been there done that on the checklist. The first hour was an awe but awhile later everything's quite repetitive. Booked the tour in less than a day from departure and gotten a whatsapp confirmation within an hour.
The driver drove very hard from morning to night, but he still drove very steadily. The tour guide was also very attentive and explained very clearly. He also helped us take Polaroid photos. The scenery of the Grand Canyon was breathtaking. You can only see its beauty with your own eyes. Overall, it was a great day!
Good to know
Insider Tips:
- Starting January 1, 2026, non-US residents may be charged a USD 100 per person (aged 16+), per national park fee. Fees are subject to change
- If you plan to visit more than 2 parks, consider the America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass for USD 250, which covers up to 4 adults and waives the per-park fee
- Fees are payable on-site, and the pass can be purchased on-site or online (starting January 1, 2026): https://www.recreation.gov/pass/
- For more information: National Park Service (NPS)
- Lunch is included but bring cash for emergencies and a water bottle for hydration
- Wear comfortable shoes, layered clothing, and sunscreen
- Allow enough time for other activities after the tour. Duration may change depending on weather and traffic. Klook and the local operator are not responsible for missed shows, tours, or flights
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