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Best Things to Do in The Grand Canyon

Iconic Attractions & Hidden Gem Travel Experiences

The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon more than earns its name: 6,000 feet deep, it also runs up to 18 miles wide in parts and more than 275 miles long. Cut by the Colorado River over millions of years in northern Arizona, its many layers of exposed rock take on a variety of hues, often changing with the angles of the sun, and can be viewed from numerous vantage points. One of the jewels of the U.S. National Park system, the canyon is a favorite spot for river rafting trips, mule rides and backpackers.

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Things to do in The Grand Canyon - Expert’s guide

The Grand Canyon offers many different kinds of experiences depending on the attraction you seek out. There are attractions for those looking for a historical focus and destinations for those looking for a heart pumping activity. Below are five of the best attractions in the Grand Canyon.

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Havasu Falls: Seen as one of the most popular spots in the Grand Canyon, Havasu Falls is not only a recreational destination but a beautiful one. There are waterways and waterfalls for travelers to cool off from the desert. This is the perfect place for a good swim or some stunning pictures if you’re a traveler with an interest in photography.

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Last Chance Mine: A restored silver mine from 1871, Last Chance Mine is perfect for travelers with an interest in history. Mining is a major element of the Grand Canyon and influences much of the history you’ll find in this region. This destination offers rock and mineral collecting, old buildings to explore as well as museums.

Cave of the Domes: This attraction is the only cave in the entirety of the Grand Canyon. It is open to visitors to explore and is a must-see for history buffs and active travelers alike. Inside, travelers will find signs of early pioneers.

Hance Rapids: Named after a famous Grand Canyon tour Guide, Hance Rapids is an intense white water rapid. Colorful canyons surround the area but don’t be fooled, this destination is for travelers with an adventurous heart as the waters tend to be very intense.

Grand Canyon Village: This destination is the most popular entrance into the park and offers not only cultural and historical qualities but provides lodging and food as well. Find authentic Native American souvenirs, visit art studios and view the Grand Canyon from one of the best spots in the entire park.

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2023-03-29
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Great trip
We took the National Parks tour to Arches, Zion, and Grand Canyon. They did not inform us we had to find our own way to get the rental car at Grand Junction. We had to get a cab and it was $30. They also did not inform us we had to pay the one way drop fee for the car. The tour guide at Moah for Arches and Canyonlands was wonderful! The trip was as they advertised and was great. Good hotels and Grand Canyon train was the best. You need to make sure you get dinning reservations in GC (on line) as they are all booked up. Except for lack of transportation to get car and charging us one way fee it was great.

Date of experience: March 15, 2023
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Adam
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2019-11-14
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Excellent
Spend less time in Moab, 3 days there was too much and I would have prefered to use some of that time elsewhere otherwise excellent.
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John
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2019-11-14
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A great all round leader.
Seb was very caring of the bus. Good maintanance, and a careful and good driver. Lou was a great all round leader.
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Aaron
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2019-11-14
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Excellent itinerary
Excellent itinerary. solar eclipse was a big bonus
Janet
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2019-11-14
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Liked the number of national parks
Liked the number of national parks we were able to visit and their variety.
Gillian
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2019-08-20
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Enjoyed most the US rocky mountains
Enjoyed most the US rocky mountains section - the itinerary provided a good range of activities

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