Small Group Grand Canyon Helicopter and Ground Trip From Phoenix

Highlights

Spend ample time to explore Grand Canyon National Park
Enjoy time on Route 66 paired with an included picnic lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Mesa hotels

Summary

Your Grand Canyon tour starts with a hotel pickup from the Phoenix area. Board a luxury van, and head toward Grand Canyon National Park. Your first stop is along Route 66 for a great photo opportunity and picnic lunch. Your trip continues, and once you arrive at the South Rim, board a helicopter for your flight in the air. Soar above some of the widest and deepest parts on the canyon, including Kaibab National Forest and Dragon Corridor. After your helicopter ride, enjoy a lookout point before moving on to the ground portion of your guided tour. In a vehicle, drive along the canyon’s rim as your guide keeps you entertained with historical stories. Your tour ends with hotel drop-off.

Tour info

Duration

13 hours

Why take this tour?

So many Grand Canyon tours only offer one way to experience the natural wonder, but this guided tour combines a driving and helicopter aspect for more views and vantage points. First take a leisurely driving along Route 66, stopping for a picnic lunch. Then board a helicopter to take flight over the South Rim, followed by a drive through the canyon. Round-trip transport from the Phoenix area is provided for your convenience. Choose between a small-group or private tour.

What’s included?

45-minute helicopter tour
15 fuel surcharge included
Bottled water
Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Phoenix area hotels
Entry/Admission - Grand Canyon South Rim
Gratuities
Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 13h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

DETOURS of Arizona

About operator:

DETOURS is the premier tour company providing professionally guided experiences of the American West. We offer day and multi-day scheduled tours that regularly depart from Phoenix, AZ and Las Vegas, NV. Any of our scheduled tours can be made private. For a more customized experience, our Platinum tours let guests build a custom itinerary to fit their desires. With guided tours to the Grand Canyon, other National Parks, and many more incredible southwestern destinations, DETOURS can take you and your group just about anywhere in the West. We promise a personalized experience to remember. The combination of our professional guides, custom tour vehicles, individualized service, and vibrant attitude creates a highly personalized and exciting touring experience for each of our guests. Our mission is to treat our guests to the best experiences in the American West!