This full-day guided tour takes you from Phoenix or Scottsdale to the Grand Canyon South Rim by luxury touring van, then puts you aboard a 45-minute helicopter flight over the canyon — the same landscape seen from two entirely different vantage points on the same day.

Duration: Approximately 12–13 hours
Departure: Select Phoenix, Scottsdale & Tempe hotels/resorts
Destination: Grand Canyon South Rim
Bonus Stops: Scenic viewpoints throughout Grand Canyon National Park
Tour Style: Guided sightseeing tour with helicopter flight
Scenic Ground & Helicopter Grand Canyon Tour FAQ – HERE

Walking the rim gives you scale. Flying over it gives you context. Most people never get both in the same day. This tour includes two distinct perspectives that will make you say "WOW!"

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Tour Highlights

High-roof touring van with oversized windows, speaker system, and USB charging ports
Scenic drive through the Sonoran Desert, Flagstaff, and the ponderosa pine forests of Northern Arizona
Multiple panoramic viewpoints along the Grand Canyon South Rim
45-minute helicopter flight over the widest & deepest parts of the canyon
Aerial views of the Kaibab National Forest, Colorado River, Painted Desert, and Desert View Watchtower
Professional guide narration throughout the journey

Tour Itinerary

Your day begins with an early morning pickup from select hotels in Phoenix, Scottsdale, or Tempe. Traveling north through the Sonoran Desert, the saguaro cactus gives way to pine trees as the elevation climbs. On the outskirts of Flagstaff, you’ll see the San Francisco Peaks rising above the largest contiguous ponderosa pine forest in the world.

At Grand Canyon National Park, you’ll explore multiple panoramic viewpoints along the South Rim — time to walk the rim, hike a small portion of Bright Angel Trail on your own, browse the shops, or grab lunch. Your helicopter departs from the Tusayan area for a 45-minute helicopter flight covering the Kaibab National Forest, the North Rim, the Colorado River, the Painted Desert, Desert View Watchtower, Marble Canyon, Point Imperial, the Dragon Corridor, and the South Rim. The return journey brings you back to Phoenix or Scottsdale between 7:00–8:00 PM.

Tour Price

$559 per person — includes helicopter flight, taxes, fuel surcharge, and National Park entry fees.
For private tours, or parties with children, contact [email protected]

Requirements

Skill Level: Easy — suitable for children, seniors, and all fitness levels
Minimum Age: 3 years old
Walking: Casual walking expected; short self-guided walks on paved or maintained paths
Elevation: Grand Canyon South Rim approximately 7,000 feet above sea level

What’s Included

High-roof touring van with oversized windows, speaker system, and USB charging ports
45-minute helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon National Park entrance fees
Fuel surcharge
Professional guide
Unlimited bottled water
All taxes

Season & Departure Times

Available year-round, weather permitting. Tours depart daily between 6:00–7:00 AM and return between 7:00–8:00 PM. Exact pickup time and location are confirmed upon booking.

Important Notes

Reservations are required. Casual walking is expected at viewpoints. Guests have free time to self-guide a small portion of Bright Angel Trail — tour guides are not permitted to lead hikes. Meals are not included; guests may bring their own food or purchase meals at the canyon. Weather at the Grand Canyon runs 20–30°F cooler than Phoenix and Scottsdale. Dress in layers and wear comfortable closed-toe shoes.

Non-US Citizen Policy

Effective January 1, 2026, the National Park Service requires a $100 per person Non-Resident Fee for all non-U.S. citizens and non-residents ages 16 and older visiting select national parks, including the Grand Canyon. This fee is waived for holders of an America the Beautiful Non-Resident Annual Pass. Full details: nps.gov