Top Nevada Day Trips

Nobody wants to get up at the crack of dawn when they’ve been enjoying the good times in Las Vegas. Enjoy a later departure for the Grand Canyon on this small-group tour, with unlimited drinks and snacks on the trip. Stop for photos of the Hoover Dam, visit the Grand Canyon's West Rim, and see the Colorado River, with option to add the Grand Canyon Skywalk.

Take a break from the busy Las Vegas Strip—and enjoy a true Western adventure—on a guided horseback ride through Red Rock Canyon. Have the chance to ride through a rugged landscape of desert valleys and ravines, all while a cowboy wrangler leads the way. Whether it’s your first time on a horse or you’re an experienced rider, this tour offers an accessible way to experience the Nevada desert.

Saddle up and ride into the sunset on a Las Vegas horseback-riding tour in the Nevada desert, led by a professional wrangler. Set your gaze on quintessential Wild West landscapes and search for wildlife such as bighorn sheep, jackrabbits, and roadrunners. Conclude your evening ride with a barbecue dinner, complete with steak or meqsuite-grilled chicken and all the fixins, followed by a cowboy campfire under the stars.

Discover the highlights of Grand Canyon West in just one day on this convenient group tour from Las Vegas. Avoid any logistical hassles with round-trip transfers from the Las Vegas Strip, an expert guide to provide insights, and stops at Guano Point and Eagle Point all included. Upgrade to add the Skywalk glass walkway experience, lunch, or both.

The West Rim of the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam and a forest of Joshua trees - one day, one van, no driving. Grand Canyon West is Hualapai land, and it is the only part of the canyon you can reach and properly see in a day from Las Vegas. You get around three hours on the rim at Eagle Point, where the Skywalk juts out over the canyon. On the way we stop on top of Hoover Dam and drive through the Joshua tree forest on Pierce Ferry Road. Highlights - Hotel pickup and drop-off from Strip and Downtown hotels - Maximum 14 guests, never a crowd - Grand Canyon West general admission included - Eagle Point, on the canyon rim - Walk on top of Hoover Dam - The Joshua tree forest on Pierce Ferry Road - Skywalk available on site as an optional add-on

Visit the Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam in one day on this combo tour from Las Vegas. You'll have the chance to see both natural and man-made wonders as you travel by 4-wheel-drive luxury "tour trekker" with a guide who provides extensive commentary. Lunch is included.

Embark on the ultimate helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon helicopter tour on the longest air-only tour from Las Vegas. Soar over the awe-inspiring canyon walls of the West Rim and delve into its mysterious depths. Take in aerial views of iconic landmarks such as the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Fortification Hill along the way, and on your return, enjoy stunning views of the glittering Las Vegas Strip.

Visit the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas, even if you’re short on time, with this ultimate half-day helicopter adventure. Fly in a state-of-the-art helicopter, pass Hoover Dam, and descend below the Grand Canyon’s West Rim for spectacular views of its rugged landscapes. Land at the historic Grand Canyon Western Ranch, where you can enjoy a hearty cowboy-style lunch and free time to soak up the authentic Old West atmosphere. Complete your adventure with a scenic helicopter flight over the glittering Las Vegas Strip on the way back to your hotel.

Independent travelers will enjoy this hassle-free round-trip transfer to the Boulder City Historic District from Las Vegas. Skip the hassle of renting a car and enjoy the scenery along the drive. Once there, explore the historic district at your own pace, getting to know the antique shops, eateries, and the historic Boulder Dam Hotel and Hoover Dam Museum over two hours of free time.

Enjoy an unforgettable Grand Canyon experience in the company of just your chosen companions on this private tour from Las Vegas. Traveling in a private vehicle you can bypass the crowded shuttle bus and spend more time soaking up the views. You'll also make a photo stop at the Hoover Dam en route and have the option of walking along the exhilarating Skywalk or flying over the canyon in a helicopter (additional expense).

Combine art, natural beauty, wildlife, and human engineering in one day on this combo tour from Las Vegas to the Seven Magic Mountains and the Hoover Dam. Enjoy photo stops at the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign and Lake Mead Overlook, admire the installation at Seven Magic Mountains, look for bighorn sheep at Hemenway Park, then explore the Hoover Dam on a guided tour and on your own.

Get away from Las Vegas’ neon-lit casinos and explore two beautiful national parks, Bryce Canyon and Zion, without the hassle of driving. Head to Bryce Canyon to wander among the hoodoos, red-rock trails, and spectacular overlooks. Continue to Zion and stop at viewpoints for dramatic vistas, before the return drive to Las Vegas.

Las Vegas is surrounded by spectacular natural landscapes but it can be difficult to explore without your own transportation. This day tour to the Valley of Fire State Park lets you avoid the hassle of renting a car. Enjoy pickup from your Strip hotel or meet downtown and soak up the desert scenery as you head to the biggest state park in Nevada to admire its rock formations and colors.

Make exploring beyond Las Vegas simple with hotel pickup included, and visit two major natural attractions without the effort of driving yourself on this full-day tour. Board an air-conditioned bus and travel through dramatic southwestern scenery en route to Upper Antelope Canyon, which you'll explore with a Navajo guide. Then, head to Horseshoe Bend for spectacular views overlooking the Colorado River, roughly 1,000 feet (305 meters) below.

The desert sights around Las Vegas are scattered across the region, too spread out to reach in a day without a car. Cover several on a small-group tour, stopping at Nelson Ghost Town, the Mike O'Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge for Hoover Dam views, and Lake Mead, with photos at the Seven Magic Mountains and time to browse the shops in Boulder City. Note that lunch and snacks are not included.

Discover the impressive desert scenery of Nevada's Valley of Fire State Park—and enjoy a personalized, hassle-free way to explore—on this small-group, half-day trip from Las Vegas. Deep terracotta desert sands provide the backdrop as you investigate dramatic rock formations and prehistoric Native American petroglyphs (rock carvings) with your guide. This tour includes round-trip transfers from Las Vegas Strip hotels and a packed lunch.

Experience a VIP tour of the Hoover Dam with early access to avoid the crowds. Enjoy a guided "Walk on the Top" tour, a powerplant tour inside the dam, stunning views from the memorial bridge, and admission to the Visitor Center exhibits. The tour includes a freshly cooked lunch at a restaurant and a bonus ticket to the LA Comedy Club at The Strat, a $45 value. Hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, and air-conditioned transport are all part of this exclusive experience.

The colossal size of the Grand Canyon makes it a challenging place to go hiking. Instead, cover more ground and see its sights from a new vantage point on this small-group helicopter tour. First, get an aerial perspective of the Colorado River, Lake Mead, and the Hoover Dam. Then, descend below the rim of the Grand Canyon for spectacular close-up views. To finish off the tour, board a shuttle and visit Eagle Point, Guano Point, and the Skywalk Bridge (upgrade to include admission).

Escape Las Vegas for the Grand Canyon and the cool waters of the Colorado River on this 2-in-1, full-day adventure. Enjoy a scenic helicopter flight over the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and the Grand Canyon's West Rim before either floating through the Black Canyon on a river raft or exploring the Emerald Cave by kayak. Round-trip transit from your hotel makes your day totally hassle-free.

Book a time-saving Grand Canyon getaway, thanks to this combo, small-group tour that begins with a helicopter flight from Las Vegas. Get a bird's-eye view of the Hoover Dam en route to the West Rim; then, descend to the canyon floor for a pontoon boat cruise along the Colorado River. Finish with VIP access to the Skywalk, a glass-bottomed deck that hovers above the sandstone walls of the canyon.

Explore Valley of Fire State Park without the hassle of organizing a car rental on this day tour from Las Vegas. Admire the rugged landscapes of the Mojave Desert and explore scenic trails through the Valley of Fire on an unforgettable hiking adventure, and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities along the way.

Discover the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere at Death Valley National Park and access spots you can't get to in a regular car on this full-day small-group tour from Las Vegas. Travel on board a custom-built vehicle to one of the most desolate places on earth, and learn about Death Valley’s history, landscape, geology, and wildlife along the way.

Experience the best of Death Valley without renting a car or worried about getting lost in the unforgiving desert with this small-group tour. Visit iconic spots like Dante's View, Zabriskie Point, Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, Badwater Basin, and Artists' Palette with time for photos and short walks. As night falls, enjoy stargazing under one of America's clearest skies.

Explore the natural geological wonders of Red Rock Canyon, without the stress of driving there yourself, on this group day trip from Las Vegas. Enjoy an itinerary that starts with Seven Magic Mountains, where you can see a variety of colorful art installations. Then head into the Mojave Desert for a short hike at Blue Diamond, taking in scenic views of Red Rock Canyon that you might otherwise miss.