3-Day Grand Canyon Tour Packages
What if you had three full days at the Grand Canyon instead of just driving past? Hiking rim trails with views that photos don't capture, watching sunrise paint the canyon orange, maybe rafting the Colorado River down below. Three days lets you experience this massive chasm properly. Standing at the edge looking at rock layers spanning millions of years - everyone goes quiet.
Insider tips: Recommended 3-day Grand Canyon tour itineraries
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3 Days in Southwest USA, incl. Grand Canyon and Zion
Zion National Park's Emerald Pools trail and Navajo-guided jeep tours through Monument Valley showcase this 1,100-mile circuit from Las Vegas. Grand Canyon South Rim's epic viewpoints and optional Antelope Canyon tours ($90-100) round out the journey.
- Day 1
Zion National Park
Leave Las Vegas at 7:15 AM for the 2.5-hour drive to Zion. The morning sun lights up the red Navajo sandstone cliffs beautifully. Start with the Emerald Pools trail. The Lower Pool is an easy 1.2-mile round trip walk that shows off Zion's natural beauty. One visitor put it well: "We chose the easier River Walk trail and still had a great time. I think May was a great time to do this tour with mild temperatures and fewer crowds." In the afternoon you can either take on the challenging Angels Landing hike (5.4 miles round trip) or explore the more relaxed Temple of Sinawava area. Make sure to wear hiking shoes with good grip since Zion's trails can get slippery. Plan for a 2-hour drive to Page Arizona afterward.
- Day 2
Lake Powell Region & Monument Valley
Book an Antelope Canyon tour if you can ($90-100). The best light for photos comes between 10 AM and noon when sunbeams shine through the canyon walls. After that take a short 1.5-mile walk to see Horseshoe Bend. Go early or late to avoid the hottest part of the day. Spend your afternoon on a Navajo-guided jeep tour through Monument Valley. You'll need about 2 hours to drive between Page and Monument Valley each way. A recent visitor noted: "Monument Valley was even more amazing in person after seeing it in westerns. Our Navajo guide was very informative and entertaining."
- Day 3
Grand Canyon South Rim
Start with a quick stop at a trading post on your way to Grand Canyon National Park (about 2.5 hours from Page). Head to Mather Point first for an incredible view of the canyon. You can take the free shuttle bus along the Rim Trail to see different viewpoints or walk partway down into the canyon on Bright Angel Trail. Going to the First Tunnel (1.5 miles round trip) gives you a good taste of the trail. If you want to see the canyon from above helicopter tours run $280-400. Book for mid-morning when visibility is usually best. The drive back to Las Vegas takes about 4.5 hours getting you there around 7 PM. Book any evening plans with some buffer time since traffic can be unpredictable.
3 Days in Southwest USA, incl. Sedona and Monument Valley
Sedona's red rocks and Oak Creek Canyon launch this southwest adventure. Monument Valley and Horseshoe Bend highlight day two, while Lower Antelope Canyon and Valley of Fire create a memorable finale.
- Day 1
Las Vegas to Sedona
Get an early start with the 6:30 AM pickup at Luxor Hotel. You'll want to beat both desert heat and traffic. The 4.5-hour drive across the Mojave Desert follows historic Route 66, giving you plenty of photo opportunities. When you reach Sedona, make Oak Creek Canyon Overlook your first stop for photos before the midday sun gets too harsh. Plan to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross before 2 PM to avoid crowds. Taking the local shuttle service will save you from parking headaches. The afternoon is perfect for shopping for Native American crafts when it's cooler. Pack water and snacks for the 2.5-hour drive to Page.
- Day 2
Monument Valley and Horseshoe Bend
Start your day early to see Monument Valley in the best morning light. The Navajo-guided jeep tour runs about 2.5 hours. Bring sturdy shoes and a bandana to keep the dust out. For Horseshoe Bend, plan to arrive 2-3 hours before sunset for optimal photos. Be careful near the edges. The 1,000-foot drop isn't fully fenced. The overlook has no shade, so bring plenty of water and sun protection.
- Day 3
Antelope Canyon to Las Vegas
Lower Antelope Canyon offers smaller crowds than Upper Canyon but includes steep stairs and narrow spaces to navigate. Book the first morning tour to catch the dramatic sunbeams. Your Valley of Fire visit will depend on the weather. Summer temperatures often go above 100°F (38°C). The tour usually returns to Las Vegas between 8-9 PM, perfect timing for a late dinner.
National Parks Winter Tour
South Rim trails, optional helicopter tours, and ranger programs fill three remarkable days. Bright Angel Trail viewpoints, Mather Point, and Desert View Watchtower offer distinct perspectives, with nights at a 3-star hotel near South Rim entrance.
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What people love about 3-day Grand Canyon tours
- Grand Canyon and More 3 day tour
Three days packed with highlights The scenery was stunning, the Bindlestiff tour guide Christy was wonderful, giving everyone great photo opportunities even at the shorter stops like Horseshoe Bend and Lake Mead, and the small group made it more personal. Both Christy and our Navajo guides Waylon and Derek provided us with fascinating history and stories of all the sights. We highly recommend adding the Antelope Canyon tour option and grabbing a milkshake at Seligman on Route 66. The accommodation was clean and comfortable, but be prepared for early starts as the days are very full.
- National Parks Winter Tour
My 14 y.o. and I had such a terrific time on this 3-day group tour from Vegas to the Grand Canyon, Zion, and the Navajo Nation. Hogan was a great guide - friendly, approachable, helpful. The absolute highlight of this trip was Antelope Canyon. It was magical beyond words. Then Monument Valley, also within the Navajo (Dine) Nation was incredible. Another highlight was morning at the Watchtower at the Grand Canyon - ours were the first steps in the overnight snow dusting, and the morning was magical. Bindlestiff had set up solid accommodations, great lunches, support of local businesses, suggested good hikes, and arranged for terrific side tours. Hogan's commentary and driving were exemplary. If there is one thing I wish for more on this - more of the complex history.
Our tour guide Kristy was excellent, always easy-going, highly organised & approachable. Got to see key highlights & capture awe-inspiring photos. Minibus was a bit cramped with a fully booked tour group but we covered alot of ground in just a few days. Kristy managed to keep calm and upbeat throughout tour despite long days of driving.
Wild West Express - 3 days
