The Grand Canyon Provides Sunlit Views on Memorial Day Weekend!
Feel the cool breeze and the warm sun on your back as you head out to the Grand Canyon, full of exciting, natural rock formations and an amazing atmosphere during Memorial Day. Celebrate the freedom of America and remember the sacrifice of our great soldiers as you walk across canyon trails and down ravines. The Grand Canyon provides a great way to relax and focus outside of the hustle and bustle of some of the hot spot cities for tourists. Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner, so remember to bring all the equipment you’ll need, including hiking boots, suntan lotion sunglasses and camping gear. Or, if you’re staying nearby, you can make reservations at a Grand Canyon area hotel.
Many activities abound in the Grand Canyon area, and you can make your getaway even better with the Grand Canyon Explorer Hike, taking you to regions of the Grand Canyon that provide an extensive history on the area’s original tribes, with Indian cliff dwellings with markings and carvings to provide evidence of their original inhabitation. You’ll hike for part of the day, covering approximately three miles as you take in the surrounding views. You’ll also be provided a gourmet lunch in the mid-afternoon, giving you an extra boost to finish the hike!
The Antelope Canyon Tour provides yet another outlet for extraordinary sightseeing and relaxation. Bring your camera on the deck of this cruise ship as it heads out on a pleasant hour and a half cruise through the winding Antelope Canyon. Take a look at the unique cliff formations, many of which are so narrow that they can only be seen on the water. The Antelope Canyon is an impressive 150 miles long and more than 400 feet deep, giving you an idea of the vastness of this region.
Bask in Grand Canyon Views and Highlights!
The winter chill is spreading across much of the United States, but you can enjoy the last bits of warmth near the deep ravine of the Grand Canyon for your fall vacation. Drive up close to the edge and watch as the sun spills yellows, oranges and reds over the rugged rock formations interspersed all throughout the area. The canyon is full of adventures for the more spontaneous visitor, and we offer several tours and sightseeing excursions to accommodate them. Whether you’d like peace and tranquility or a full day’s exploration, we have exactly what you’re looking for.
Grand Canyon Smooth Water Bus Trip
If you want a closer look at the canyon walls from the Colorado River, a rafting trip like this one is the perfect fix. Enjoy thousands of formations and shore scenery on your 15.5 mile trip along the winding river. You’ll initially be transported to the raft with a smooth running motorcoach. Later on, sights like the Navajo Indian Reservation, the Grand Canyon National Park and the Painted Desert will slowly come into view. In addition to all of the sights, you’ll also be treated to a complimentary box lunch.
Majestic Helicopter Tour – North and South Rim
For those looking for a little less physical intensity during their Grand Canyon stay, they can pick from one of the helicopter tours for a hands-free sightseeing excursion. Don’t worry about paddling, hiking or biking across stretches of rock and ravines. Simply sit back and enjoy the view with 30 minutes of pure, natural beauty. You may discover some of the wildlife that congregates along the North Rim, including the Kaibab squirrel. Heading to the south, you’ll see the famous Dragon Corridor, and after viewing it you’ll realize how much the open chasm lives up to its name. A narration of each highlight is included through your headset.
Finally, end your vacation on land during the most gorgeous time of the day. Inside a powerful 4X4 Jeep, you travel across much of the Kaibab National Forest to see much of the wildlife that inhabits the area. Once you reach the Grand Canyon, your tour will take you to an 80-foot observation tower, where you’ll be able to see it all at once – the Painted Desert, San Francisco Peaks and the Grand Canyon sunlit cliffs.
Travel to the Grand Canyon during the Thanksgiving season, and you’ll certainly have something to be thankful for. You may even go back again next year!
Enjoy Entertainment and Views of the Grand Canyon
If you’re looking for a bit of entertainment in between your exploration of the Grand Canyon, you’ll be glad to know there are plenty of attractions available during the fall season. See the deserts and vast chasms up close with a trip to the IMAX, or sit back on your train ride via the Railway Budd Coach Train Tour. The surrounding towns keep the Grand Canyon traditions alive, so you can head over to your favorite vacation destination at your convenience. Check out some of the entertainment activities below to find out what’s in store for you.
If you have kids, the IMAX is a great opportunity to see the Grand Canyon in a whole different light. Sit back in a comfortable chair as you watch the enormous six story tall screen take you on a powerful adventure. The narrator will capture you interest as you listen to the 34 minutes of factual information, preparing you for your own experience. Before the movie begins, you and your group can look through the National Geographic Visitor’s Center located outside the theater, where you’ll be able to browse through some of the educational tours.
Grand Canyon Railway Budd Coach Train Tour
And speaking of tours, a train ride is the perfect way to learn about your surroundings while still experiencing a popular mode of transportation back in the 1930′s. There’s a special show set up before you train ride begins, and afterward you can head over to the smooth coach train from the Budd Manufacturing Company. You’ll board in Williams, Arizona, and end up 65 miles away near the Grand Canyon’s gorgeous South Rim. While you’re there, you’ll have almost four hours to view the beauty of the country. Afterward, you can relax as the train heads back on the two hour and 15 minute trip to Williams.
Grand Canyon Smooth Water Bus Trip
Finally, don’t forget about the breathtaking Colorado River that runs through the canyon by taking a tour beside it via motorcoach. Your transportation will start you off at the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, take you beside the Glen Canyon Dam and eventually you’ll see views of the Navajo Indian Reservation and Grand Canyon National Park. The highlight of your trip, a gentle float down the Colorado River, will serve as the trip’s finale.
The Grand Canyon’s overwhelming sights and entertaining attractions are enough to draw in the most wary of travelers. You’ll have a great time in these natural areas!
Ride Beside the Grand Canyon Autumn Beauty With Jeep Tours
Inside the deep ravines of the Grand Canyon walls, you’ll be given the chance to travel safely with a guide from one natural landmark to the next. Whether it’s the scenic rock formations, peaceful wildlife or interesting history, these jeep tours will allow you to see the sights you’ve always been interested in. Each jeep is capable of traveling across rugged terrain while providing a smooth ride inside its suspension-loaded exterior. Some of the following tours also provide other excursions alongside your jeep transportation, so feel free to choose the activity that fits your interests best.
Grand Canyon Jeep Safari & South Rim Walking Tour
Bring along the best camera you have to capture the terrain and wildlife of the Kaibab National Forest. As you’re taking pictures, feel free to listen as your guide explains the history of your designated route along a 19th century stagecoach trail. The area holds many past legends that have provided an interesting background the both the surrounding environment and its people. You may even see elk or deer as you’re traveling along.
Go full speed along pathways of the South Rim, including a full view through the Kaibab National Forest. As with the last tour, you’ll have the opportunity to take snapshots of beautiful wildlife like the roaming elk or a soaring hawk. After you stop at the Grand Canyon rims, you’re welcome to go up the 80-foot observation tower for fascinating views of the ravines along with small glimpses of San Francisco Peaks and the Painted Desert.
Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tour
For a full dose of Native American History, you can venture through the rock formations and ancient paintings via jeep. As your guide will point out, many of these paintings are many hundreds of years old, and you’ll be able to receive a better understanding of their way of life through these narrations. The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, and you’ll be able to view many of the colorful illustrations up close. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing, as the tour includes small hiking opportunities.
In the cool fall weather, the Grand Canyon has never been so welcoming. Visit the rocky terrain for some astounding Canyon highlights this October.
Spend Labor Day Weekend Viewing the Grand Canyon in the Air!
Labor Day weekend marks a great time for the sights of the Grand Canyon landscape. The red painted desert stretches on for miles, and you’ll see rock formations all throughout the ravine. Your sightseeing experience can be even better up in the air, and there are plenty of helicopters and planes awaiting your arrival for a bird’s eye view of the various canyon rims. Soar above the Colorado River by looking through the folowing tours.
Grand Kingdom Helicopter Tour – North & South Rim
See two sides of this natural landmark on a flying tour across cliffs and various vegetation. From 5,000 feet above, you’ll be able to view the Colorado River as it rushes around bends and twists in the rocky gaps. The color of the river will change depending on the mineral content of the water, appearing either aqua blue or brownish red. Don’t worry about a noisy ride, as the helicopter is one of the quietest aircrafts in the Grand Canyon area.
If you’d like to see all the sites of the South Rim, you can fly above the area inside the comfortable interior of a plane. Along the way, you can look for areas like the Navajo Indian Reservation, Zuni Point and Painted Desert. Each area has its own special sites, such as the tall Desert View Watchtower and historic Temple Butte.
If you decided on the South Rim Airplane Tour, you can always follow up with a view of the opposite side of the canyon. Explore via helicopter famous sights like the Dragon Corridor, which is located near the canyon’s center. The area is both the widest and deepest part, and you’ll be able to see the entire thing within minutes with your transportation.
See the sights of the canyon in all directions with these tours and more. Your Labor Day weekend couldn’t be more promising!
Attend the 27th Annual Grand Canyon Music Festival!
Enjoy the arts and tunes of the Grand Canyon Music Festival, taking place from August 27-September 12. The 27th annual event will take place inside the glorious Grand Canyon National Park, complete with a beautiful backdrop full of red rock formations. This fun festival is focused toward outreach to aid programs like the Grand Canyon School, School of Rock, and Native American reservation schools. Come join in the fun, and if you would like to stay for a few nights, feel free to browse through our area lodging.
For some additional entertainment, the Grand Canyon is home to many attractions like the enormous Imax Theatre Grand Canyon, where you can see a complete overview of the area with top notch cinematography and high quality narration. Pick out one of the over 500 seats in the theater, and sit back for a complete audio and visual experience. The screen is an enormous 84 feet wide and six feet tall.
If you’d like a relaxing, sunset evening with sightseeing, the Canyon Princess provides pleasant views and delicious cuisine. Onboard, you’ll be able to choose from several food options all freshly made by professional cooks. Take pictures of the reflective Lake Powell, which has over 2000 miles of coastline.
The Grand Canyon area is home to many of the finest sights and sounds in the western side of the U.S. Take some time out to enjoy this last-minute summer vacation!
