Top Nevada On the Ground

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.

This 4 -hour adventure is perfect for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the Vegas Strip and see breathtaking Red Rock Canyon. Your adventure begins with a beautiful drive to Red Rock Canyon where you will experience the amazing beauty of the gorgeous mountains and landscape along the way. The Scenic Loop, a 13 mile-one-way paved road, is an absolutely mesmerizing drive that takes you up and through the canyon. You will be in awe of the spectacular natural beauty and vivid colors of the rock formations and the unforgettable panoramic views surrounding you on your journey. Breathe and feel the fresh air in your open air vehicle and hear the peace and tranquility encircling you. Embrace the freedom to do this all at your own pace while you take amazing photos and experience the incredible views of the 180 million year old Aztec Sandstone walls. Get ready to make the best memories and have the most unforgettable experience. This will be the highlight of your Vegas Trip!

If you’re in need of some time with nature, you'll find no shortage of serene desert landscapes in Nevada. Swap the crowds of Las Vegas for the natural beauty of Valley of Fire State Park with this small-group hiking tour. Explore the geological marvels' stunning red sandstone formations, ancient petroglyphs, and more.

Enjoy a thrilling off-road adventure in the Mojave Desert on this small-group guided RZR tour. Suit up in safety gear and a radio-equipped helmet and get behind the wheel of a powerful 4-wheel-drive Polaris RZR. Roar over desert trails, past otherworldly Joshua trees, and follow parched river beds across the rugged terrain, learning about the local flora and fauna from your guide.

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.

Enjoy a unique private experience at the Wreck Room Las Vegas, where you can smash, break, and destroy everyday items in a safe area. Outfitted in safety gear and equipped with a bat or crowbar, head into a wreck room and vent your frustrations on electronics, bottles, plates, and furniture. Best of all, there’s no need to clean up the mess afterwards!

Red Rock Canyon offers a spectacular natural landscape near Las Vegas, but knowing which trail to take and navigating the desert landscape can be difficult on your own. Take the guesswork out on this hassle-free half-day guided hiking adventure with a small group. Enjoy pickup from select Las Vegas hotels and private transfers, and explore the scenic trails in the conservation area with a local guide.

Experience the serenity of Emerald Cave, a picturesque natural attraction on the Colorado River. This kayaking tour takes a small group max of 13 people paddling up the river with a guide. Stop for snacks and swimming along the way. Round-trip hotel transport can be selected as an option from Las Vegas, or you can make your own way to the starting point by rental car in Willow Beach, Arizona.

See the Las Vegas Strip and landmarks including the Sphere, High Roller, and Fremont Street from a unique perspective on an evening helicopter flight. Upgrade to include dinner and enjoy a complimentary drop-off after your flight. Both flight-only options and packages with dinner are available.

A GROUP of attendees are given the opportunity for a unique experience into the life of a Raptor with an up close and personal encounter with Hawks, Falcons and Owls. With the assistance of a licensed Falconer, you will learn the biology, conservation, field identification, traits, behaviors, natural history, and the importance of raptors. Following a brief instruction guests will be fitted with a gauntlet and join a trained Hawk on a short walk – witness the agility and skill as she flies from perch to perch while swooping back to the Falconer’s gauntlet.

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.

This exclusive outdoor shooting experience in Nevada offers something that few others can—an unforgettable chance to fire heavy machine guns and automatic firearms in a breathtaking desert setting. Unlike typical shooting ranges, you'll have access to rare and powerful weapons like the UZI, MP5, M249 SAW, and other fully automatic firearms that most tourists never get the chance to handle. Begin with a convenient pickup from select hotels along the Strip, leading to a personalized orientation at the shooting range. Experience the excitement of hitting an exploding target amidst breathtaking desert scenery before returning to your original pickup point.

See Las Vegas the way it was meant to be seen: by night. Drive past the Infamous Las Vegas Strip as the tour leads you past casinos, wedding chapels, and historic landmarks. Let the bus driver do all the hard work while you relax. There's a choice of departure times and tour durations that let you work around your schedule.

Feel like a VIP in Vegas with this memorable experience that combines a helicopter tour with dinner. Enjoy a 3-course dinner with panoramic views of Las Vegas at the Eiffel Tower Restaurant, then admire the city's bright lights and landmarks from above as you soar over the Strip in a helicopter. Includes hotel pickup and transfers by luxury vehicle.

Enjoy a nature experience beyond Las Vegas city limits—and saddle up for a scenic and leisurely Wild West horseback ride—on this small-group, morning tour. Following pickup from the Strip, head into the surrounding desert, and meet your expert wrangler guide. After an introduction, saddle up and set off for beautiful views of the landscape. Later, revitalize with a hearty cowboy-style breakfast before heading back to the city.

Take in views of the Las Vegas Strip in all of its glittering glory on a 12-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.

Travel beyond Las Vegas city limits, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind way to explore Nevada’s dramatic landscapes, on this horseback riding tour that takes you along trails ridden by the pioneers who settled Las Vegas. Ride past colorful canyons and rock formations while watching for wildlife such as desert tortoise, lizards, big horn sheep, and wild donkeys, then refuel with an included meal.

Experience the thrill of riding a specially equipped dune buggy through the Nevada desert during this private, adrenaline-fueled tour from Las Vegas. On your own in a 1-seat dune buggy or with friends in a 2- or 4-seat dune buggy, navigate through the area's most challenging terrain wearing full safety gear. Opt for 30 or 60 minutes of high-speed action. Round-trip transportation from Las Vegas hotels is included.

Hoover Dam is straightforward to reach from Las Vegas, but a standard bus tour limits where you can stop and how long you spend at each viewpoint. This trike tour covers the dam, the Mike O'Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, Lake Mead, and Boulder City on individual motorized trikes—no motorcycle license required—with each rider in control of their own bike throughout.

Discover some of the top natural wonders of the American Southwest on this 3-day, small-group tour from Las Vegas. Get the chance to explore along the Grand Canyon South Rim, take a 4x4 tour around Monument Valley with a guide from the Navajo Nation, and explore Zion National Park. Other highlights include Lake Powell and Horseshoe Bend, with the option to tack on a tour of Antelope Canyon and/or a helicopter ride ovr the Grand Canyon.

Explore the natural beauty of Red Rock Canyon on this half-day e-bike tour from Las Vegas. Ride with ease using an electric-assist bike, allowing you to cover more ground without the strain. Choose a morning or afternoon departure, and explore at your own pace or follow a guide. Round-trip hotel transport from Las Vegas is included for a hassle-free experience.

Escape the bright lights of Las Vegas and set out on a horseback ride along the same trails that were traversed by cowboys during the Wild West era. With morning, afternoon, and evening ride options, you can fit the excursion into your busy Las Vegas itinerary and the ride is paired with a traditional cowboy-style meal, served with views of the horses grazing nearby.

Las Vegas may be known for its casinos, but Sin City also offers plenty for culinarily inclined travelers. Get away from the Strip and explore downtown, and its food scene, on a small-group food tour. Learn about local culture and fun facts while visiting must-see attractions around Fremont Street, Fremont East, and Downtown Container Park, and stop at local favorite foodie destinations and hole-in-the-wall spots for food tastings along the way. Leave with your appetite satisfied and new, insider knowledge into the city's food scene.