Top USA Nature Walks - page 3

Measuring 550 feet (168 meters) high, the High Roller at The LINQ is the tallest observation wheel in North America. Admire sweeping views over Las Vegas during a full revolution in one of the High Roller's air-conditioned compartments. Choose from a day ride to see the landscape glimmer with the hot sun, or a flexible anytime ride. Upgrade to the Happy Half Hour option to enjoy an open bar in your cabin.

Experience some of the Big Island’s top attractions during this day trip to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the sights around Hilo. Learn all about volcanoes as you marvel at Halema'uma'u crater and explore the massive Kilauea Volcano. Visit Rainbow Falls around the town of Hilo and stop to indulge in local chocolates and fresh island coffee. Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour.

Climb from the streets of the "Mile High City" to Rocky Mountain National Park, on a day trip that showcases the rugged beauty of Colorado's mountains. Weave through small, historic towns and drive over alpine passes, as you scan the horizon for mountain wildlife such as elk, black bears, or moose.

Experience an incredible daybreak view from the top of Maui’s highest peak during this full-day Mt. Haleakala sunrise tour. Journey with a guide on this massive volcano to witness the orange and red-colored dawn of a new day set amidst the clouds, enjoying the sublime beauty of a sight that once inspired literary great Mark Twain. This Maui sunrise excursion also includes round-trip hotel transportation, breakfast, and entrance fees.

See the Las Vegas Strip and landmarks including the Sphere, High Roller, and Fremont Street from a unique perspective on an evening helicopter flight. Soar above the dazzling lights of the Entertainment Capital of the World for an unforgettable view that belongs on every Las Vegas bucket list. Upgrade to include dinner, which includes complimentary drop-off after your flight. Both flight-only options and packages with dinner are available.

Visit the Grand Canyon on a day tour with hotel pickup in a luxury bus featuring panoramic windows and an onboard bathroom. Enjoy a hot breakfast at a restaurant en route, a photo stop at Hoover Dam Memorial Bridge, VIP bus access at the West Rim, and a scenic BBQ lunch. Upgrade options include the Skywalk and a helicopter flight.

The Grand Canyon is undoubtedly beautiful, but this helicopter tour of the iconic canyon elevates the views to a whole new level. Soar over Kaibab National Forest and into the Dragon Corridor—the deepest and widest part of the canyon. Upgrade your tour to include a Hummer tour of other essential Grand Canyon sights after the ride; your car is waiting for you for a seamless transition.

Marvel at the incredible scenery of the Grand Canyon’s West Rim, and make getting there seamless with this full-day sightseeing trip from Las Vegas. While at the Grand Canyon, take a hop-on hop-off bus tour along the edge, stopping at highlights including Eagle Point, Guano Point, and the Colorado River. Optional upgrades include lunch and access to the Skywalk viewing platform.

Get to know the Grand Canyon on this guided Jeep tour around the South Rim. Choose from morning or afternoon departures, then enjoy the Grand Canyon’s brilliant colors, cliffs, and rock formations while learning about the history and geology of the area from your guide. Finally, receive a ticket to the Grand Canyon National Geographic Visitor Center’s IMAX Theater to watch *Grand Canyon: the Movie*.

Take an exhilarating helicopter flight that whisks you from the Grand Canyon’s South Rim to the North Rim. Through the ECO-Star helicopter’s panoramic windows, see the world's largest ponderosa pines in Kaibab National Forest and the mighty Colorado River. Snap photos of the Painted Desert, Desert View Watchtower, Marble Canyon, and Point Imperial before your return flight takes you through the dramatic backdrop of the Dragon Corridor. Choose from a wide selection of departure times to suit your schedule.

Take in views of the Las Vegas Strip in all of its glittering glory on a 10-minute helicopter flight that lets you admire Sin City at its most impressive. Soar over this famous stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard for exceptional views of the city’s skyline and beyond, including the Bellagio, the Mirage, and the Fremont Street Experience.

Take a break from the crowds and the Strip and discover the sandstone rock formations, dramatic canyons, and otherworldly scenery of Valley of Fire State Park on this small-group tour from Las Vegas. Enjoy an easy walk past highlights such as Elephant Rock and Fire Canyon, admire ancient petroglyphs, and visit the Lost City Museum, dedicated to early Pueblo culture.

Experience ‘MJ Live’ at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino, and watch the King of Pop’s most iconic hits come to life in true Las Vegas style. Sing along to your favorite numbers, then dance in the aisles as the show’s talented tribute artists re-enact Michael Jackson’s triumphs, with costumes, dance numbers and a swinging live band.

Get to know the Grand Canyon on this guided Jeep tour along Desert View Drive. Enjoy amazing views of the Grand Canyon’s brilliant colors and various rock formations while learning about the history and geology of the area from the expert tour guide. Then visit the Grand Canyon National Geographic Visitor Center’s IMAX Theater and watch "Grand Canyon-Rivers of Time."

Adventure-seeking travelers won’t want to miss the chance to go canyoneering through some of the most amazing slot canyons in Zion National Park. Your guide will keep you safe as you navigate your way through the canyons of red rock, rappelling down some cliffs as high as 100 feet. Learn about the geology of the area as you go. This tour lasts about five hours.

Visit Los Angeles from Las Vegas without the hassle of planning logistics or staying the night on this day trip. The tour is limited to just fourteen people for a small-group experience, and your driver-guide will provide commentary about the city as you see areas such as Hollywood and Rodeo Drive. Snacks and lunch are included for a seamless experience.

See some of the Grand Canyon's most popular landmarks on an incredible fixed-wing sightseeing flight. Enjoy aerial views of the Grand Canyon’s South Rim, the Painted Desert of badlands, Zuni Point, and Imperial Point, the Grand Canyon’s highest spire. Also fly over the North Rim and Kaibab National Forest, which borders both the north and south rims of the Grand Canyon. Upgrade to add an open-air Hummer tour after.

Known for its steep granite cliffs, waterfalls, towering sequoia groves, and diversity of wildlife, Yosemite National Park is something you don’t want to miss. On this small group day trip, you can leave the logistics to a tour guide so all you have to do is enjoy the great outdoors. You have both guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley, with the chance to explore more of the park however you wish.

Visit Utah’s Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks in just one day with this full-day tour from Las Vegas. Discover a stunning desert landscape of sandstone cliffs, canyons, mesas, and unusual hoodoo rock formations. Stop at the Visitor Center and Checkerboard Mesa at Zion, and admire the scenery from different viewpoints at Bryce Canyon. On the way, pass by the Virgin River Gorge and St. George.

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas is one of Sin City's top attractions—meaning that tickets can sell out in a flash. Save yourself the stress of securing tickets on arrival, and prebook your visit to guarantee your entry. Better still, this two-in-one package also includes an outdoor gondola ride at The Venetian Resort for a fun—and hassle-free—combination experience.

For a different kind of thrill on the Las Vegas Strip, take to the air with a ride on the Fly LINQ zipline. Choose to ride in a seated or fly in a superman position, and take in the glittering Vegas views from 12 stories above ground as you soar 35 miles (56 kilometers) per hour above The LINQ Promenade. The ride launches from a 114-foot (35-foot) tower and lands near the High Roller observation wheel, placing you in the heart of Las Vegas' entertainment district with dining and shopping options nearby.

Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Nevada desert—and experience true cowboy hospitality, plus a break from the city—on a sunset horseback ride through Red Rock Canyon. With an expert wrangler leading the way, ride along a mountainous trail past rock formations. Enjoy a campfire barbecue complete with grilled meats, corn on the cob, and cowboy s’mores before returning to Las Vegas.

Located on the outskirts of Las Vegas, the Valley of Fire State Park is a stunning natural wonder that’s best explored on foot. On this guided hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be thousands of years old, and enjoy the colorful desert scenery in Nevada’s oldest state park. Hikes of varying difficulty levels and durations (4–6 hours) are available to suit your needs.

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.