Top Nevada Half-day Tours

Swap the crowds of Las Vegas for the peace and quiet of Valley of Fire State Park on this small-group hiking tour. Explore fiery red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, and more with a guide to lead the way. Enjoy a deli-style sandwich lunch and snacks included. Note that some trails, including Fire Wave, close seasonally from May to September for safety.

Explore the Hoover Dam from Las Vegas, even if you have limited time, on this half-day "mini" tour that fits perfectly into your schedule. After leaving the Strip in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter van, you'll head to the dam, with stops at scenic lookout points for stunning views and great photo opportunities. You can also upgrade your tour to include a stop at the Seven Magic Mountains in the Mojave Desert.

Discover the beauty of Emerald Cave and the spectacular Black Canyon on a guided kayaking adventure along the Colorado River. Paddle in a small group of up to 13 people, with stops along the way to enjoy snacks and take a refreshing swim. Choose the convenience of round-trip hotel transportation from Las Vegas or drive yourself to the launch point at Willow Beach, Arizona.

Experience the Grand Canyon from a perspective few visitors ever get to see, flying over its vast landscape before descending deep below the canyon rim to a private landing site beside the Colorado River. Step out of the helicopter to take in the towering canyon walls up close, enjoy a Champagne toast and light snacks, and savor the rare opportunity to experience the Grand Canyon from deep within the canyon itself. Then take to the skies again for a spectacular return flight alongside the Las Vegas Strip, combining an extraordinary journey into the Grand Canyon with unforgettable aerial views of Las Vegas for a once-in-a-lifetime experience from start to finish.

You can’t visit Las Vegas without taking in the majestic Hoover Dam—but if you don't have a car, it can be hard to get there alone. Instead, enjoy an easy way to visit the storied landmark on this half-day express tour, which includes round-trip transit from your Las Vegas hotel. Enjoy photo stops en route, and go on a guided tour of the dam's power plant once you get there.

See all the lit-up highlights of Sin City in one night without having to deal with driving and logistics. Tour Sin City on an open-top bus with stops at all the best photo opps, including the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, and the Bellagio fountains. You’ll also have time at the iconic Neon Museum (ticket included) to see hundreds of historic Vegas signs.

Take a break from the city streets of Vegas, and cruise through Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area on an electric bike for a 17-mile (27-kilometer) bike tour that follows a beautiful, paved back road. Great for mixed groups, the electric assist means you can pedal as much or as little as you want while riding past petroglyphs, sandstone formations, and Joshua tree forests before returning to Las Vegas.

Escape the crowds of Las Vegas and enjoy a scenic desert landscape tour, without the hassle of driving, with a small-group Red Rock Canyon tour. Choose from a half-day scenic loop tour, half-day a tour of scenery inside and outside the park, or combine both tours for a more comprehensive experience. Shuttles provided from select Las Vegas Strip hotels for convenience.

Visit the Hoover Dam, Seven Magic Mountains, and several other scenic stops on this small-group half-day tour from Las Vegas. Stop for photos at the Welcome to Las Vegas Sign and Lake Mead Overlook, admire the open-air Seven Magic Mountains art installation, look for bighorn sheep at a local park, and spend time exploring Hoover Dam with views from the top and the bypass bridge, all in a few hours.

Exploring Red Rock Canyon on your own can be difficult, requiring a rental car or expensive taxis. Avoid the hassle and gain more out of your experience on this small-group half-day tour. Enjoy round-trip transfers from the Las Vegas Strip, and travel around the Scenic Loop by van, with a guide who provides informative commentary along the way.

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.

There is no shortage of places to drink in Las Vegas, which can be overwhelming if you are visiting on your own. Uncover the hidden gems and local favorites, without having to do any research, on this mostly indoors half-day guided bar crawl. Discover speakeasies and hole-in-the-wall dives, rooftop bars with great views, and where to go for the best happy hours.

Get views of the Grand Canyon you won't get anywhere else on this helicopter tour from Las Vegas. Fly over the canyon and the winding Colorado River as your pilot shares insights into the dramatic landscape below. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Black Canyon, and the glittering Las Vegas Strip. For a more immersive flight, upgrade to include extended time over the Grand Canyon’s West Rim or a stop at a Western Ranch with lunch.

Paddle a kayak along a scenic stretch of the Colorado River to Emerald Cave on this small-group tour that launches from Willow Beach. Exploring the river with a guide means you have plenty of guidance along the way—great for less-experienced boaters. Go at a relaxed pace, soaking up the views of the towering canyon walls, and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife such as bighorn sheep and bald eagles.

Soar like a VIP on a round-trip helicopter ride to the Grand Canyon, departing from Las Vegas or Boulder City. Enjoy a luxurious Champagne picnic on the canyon floor. Save time with seamless hotel transfers. From the air, take in aerial views of the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, the Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness, and more, while your pilot provides engaging commentary during the 35–45-minute flight each way.

Explore the Hoover Dam from multiple angles on this comprehensive tour from Las Vegas. Walk across the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge for views of the dam from above. Afterwards, visit the top of the dam on a guided tour, and explore from below on a guided powerplant and generator room tour. Includes a visit to the Hoover Dam Visitor Center.

Explore the stunning Red Rock Canyon just outside Las Vegas in a unique way with a private GoCar tour. Take the wheel as the GPS system guides you and provides information on the sights. This fun, self-guided tour lets you control the pace on the 13-mile Red Rock Loop, stopping whenever you like to enjoy the striking colors and rock formations. Vehicle upgrade options available.

Embark on the ultimate helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon West 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.

Combine sightseeing and savoring on this food-focused walking tour of the Las Vegas Strip. In a small group of no more than 12, follow your local guide through the heart of the Strip and hear fun facts and history as you make your way between food stops at well-known restaurants and hidden gem hole-in-the-walls.

Have an unforgettable night in Sin City on this one-of-a-kind party bus led by nightlife experts with VIP access. The bus itself is a blast, plus you’ll also stop at three famous Vegas nightclubs, such as Hakkasan, Zouk, Omnia, or Tao (the lineup changes nightly). At each stop, get VIP entrance, free drinks, and drink specials, and all admission charges are included.

About 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip awaits a nature-lover’s paradise—Red Rock Canyon. From the comfort of a 4x4 open-air Jeep Wrangler, enjoy a thrilling off-road adventure featuring the Rocky Gap Road. Savor views of the Spring Mountains, Calico Hills, fossilized sand dunes, historic agave roasting pits, and more. Park entrance fee, bottled water, and transfers from most Strip hotels are included.

Escape from the hustle of the Las Vegas strip and enjoy a half-day scooter tour of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Explore the canyon, passing through desert landscapes, red- and buff-colored rock formations, and sandstone and limestone cliffs that reach elevations up to 7,000 feet. All entrance fees plus the use of a helmet, bottled water and a pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas hotels are included.

Discover the filming locations of the reality TV shows *Counting Cars* and *Vegas Rat Rods* during this half-day guided tour in Las Vegas. Perfect for car lovers, stops on the tour include Count Kustoms, the chopper and hot rod dealer, Welder Up, the customization shop, and the Shelby Museum, to stroll through its interactive exhibits and admire vintage cars.