Want to make Valentine's Day extra special? A helicopter tour at the Grand Canyon will make it one to remember for a lifetime. Romance and adventure are combined on these tours that depart from Las Vegas, and the Arizona South Rim.
Vegas Tours
Vegas is the perfect destination for a Valentine's Day getaway, and including a helicopter tour will make the trip even more memorable. These tours are available as landing tours or air-only options, plus there are different activities you can add on.
One tour that is ideal for Valentine's Day is the one that flies you to the Canyon floor. This tour comes with a Champagne picnic, and you can even add on a scenic boat ride along the Colorado River. You could even go to the top of the Canyon to experience the Skywalk.
Being on the Skywalk is a thrilling adventure. It is a huge bridge made of glass that juts beyond the edge of the rim, and you can walk out on it and stand 4000 feet above the Canyon floor and marvel at the fantastic view.
Tours at the South Rim
The South Rim is fun to visit too, but it usually isn't as busy as the West Rim. If you're looking for a quiet, intimate experience at the Canyon, then going to the South Rim is the ideal choice. The South Rim begins at Tusayan in Arizona. You can drive to Tusayan if you'll be staying in Arizona, and you can fly there if you'll be staying in Vegas.
There are two helicopter tours available. One is a 30 minute tour that goes all the way to the North Rim and back. The one I recommend is slightly longer. It includes the shorter tour, as well as a flight to the eastern park boundary. In 50 minutes, you will see around 75% of the Grand Canyon National Park.
Deluxe Helicopter tours
When you book your tour, you can book a basic tour or the deluxe version. The basic tours come with complimentary transportation on a shuttle bus. However, if you want to please your Valentine, then upgrading to a deluxe tour is worth it.
Deluxe tours use newer EcoStar 130 helicopters. These helicopters provide for a smoother flight, they have larger cabins, and they have deluxe stadium style seats. The best feature is the gigantic 180-degree windscreen, which gives you a complete panoramic view of the Canyon.
To top things off, deluxe tours also include a limousine shuttle service. Why not treat your loved one to the complete experience?
Book Your Flight In Advance
Helicopter tours of the Canyon are very popular whether you leave from Vegas or Arizona, so you need to book your tour as soon as you can. Book around two weeks ahead of the date that you want to fly, and book online, using your credit card. Buying your tour online is convenient, but more importantly, it locks in your seats so you won't get shut out of the tour you want. Plus, you'll get the lowest prices online since you'll be able to bypass a booking agent.
Conclusion
There are few things that are more romantic than seeing one of the most beautiful spots on earth, from a helicopter, a riverboat, or an impressive platform like the Grand Canyon Skywalk. With a number of options to choose from, Grand Canyon sightseeing can also suit your budget.
So do something different and exciting this year for Valentine's Day. Buy your seats online and lock in your reservation by paying with your credit card, and you'll be set to spend the day with your loved one at one of the most beautiful spots on the planet. A helicopter tour is the perfect way to say 'I love you' on Valentine's Day.
Vegas Tours
Vegas is the perfect destination for a Valentine's Day getaway, and including a helicopter tour will make the trip even more memorable. These tours are available as landing tours or air-only options, plus there are different activities you can add on.
One tour that is ideal for Valentine's Day is the one that flies you to the Canyon floor. This tour comes with a Champagne picnic, and you can even add on a scenic boat ride along the Colorado River. You could even go to the top of the Canyon to experience the Skywalk.
Being on the Skywalk is a thrilling adventure. It is a huge bridge made of glass that juts beyond the edge of the rim, and you can walk out on it and stand 4000 feet above the Canyon floor and marvel at the fantastic view.
Tours at the South Rim
The South Rim is fun to visit too, but it usually isn't as busy as the West Rim. If you're looking for a quiet, intimate experience at the Canyon, then going to the South Rim is the ideal choice. The South Rim begins at Tusayan in Arizona. You can drive to Tusayan if you'll be staying in Arizona, and you can fly there if you'll be staying in Vegas.
There are two helicopter tours available. One is a 30 minute tour that goes all the way to the North Rim and back. The one I recommend is slightly longer. It includes the shorter tour, as well as a flight to the eastern park boundary. In 50 minutes, you will see around 75% of the Grand Canyon National Park.
Deluxe Helicopter tours
When you book your tour, you can book a basic tour or the deluxe version. The basic tours come with complimentary transportation on a shuttle bus. However, if you want to please your Valentine, then upgrading to a deluxe tour is worth it.
Deluxe tours use newer EcoStar 130 helicopters. These helicopters provide for a smoother flight, they have larger cabins, and they have deluxe stadium style seats. The best feature is the gigantic 180-degree windscreen, which gives you a complete panoramic view of the Canyon.
To top things off, deluxe tours also include a limousine shuttle service. Why not treat your loved one to the complete experience?
Book Your Flight In Advance
Helicopter tours of the Canyon are very popular whether you leave from Vegas or Arizona, so you need to book your tour as soon as you can. Book around two weeks ahead of the date that you want to fly, and book online, using your credit card. Buying your tour online is convenient, but more importantly, it locks in your seats so you won't get shut out of the tour you want. Plus, you'll get the lowest prices online since you'll be able to bypass a booking agent.
Conclusion
There are few things that are more romantic than seeing one of the most beautiful spots on earth, from a helicopter, a riverboat, or an impressive platform like the Grand Canyon Skywalk. With a number of options to choose from, Grand Canyon sightseeing can also suit your budget.
So do something different and exciting this year for Valentine's Day. Buy your seats online and lock in your reservation by paying with your credit card, and you'll be set to spend the day with your loved one at one of the most beautiful spots on the planet. A helicopter tour is the perfect way to say 'I love you' on Valentine's Day.
About the Author:
Grand Canyon specialist Paulette Neary recommends readers visit this web site for a list of all heli tours and here for deals that make these awesome flights less expensive: http://www.grandcanyonhelicopter.org/grand-canyon-helicopter-tour-coupons.html