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3-Day Grand Canyon Classic Hike to the Colorado River

8888 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, USA
Duration

3 days (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

5 people

Languages

English

Overview

Challenge yourself with a three-day hike through the Grand Canyon National Park and feel confident every step of the way thanks to the expertise of your guide. This small-group tour leads you to the canyon floor, the Colorado River, Bright Angel Creek, Phantom Ranch, and more. Your guide will take care of everything, including permits and fees, gear, meals, snacks, transportation.

  • Three-day hike through Grand Canyon NP with a wilderness guide
  • Small-group tour (maximum nine guests): Ensures your guide’s full attention
  • All-inclusive: You don’t need to worry about gear, permits, or meals
  • Hassle-free pickup from select area hotels

What To Expect

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Day 1 – Day 1



Grand Canyon National Park

Make your way to the departure point in Scottsdale begin the drive to the South Rim. Day 1 of this adventure begins at the South Kaibab Trailhead for a 7.5 mile hike. The trail descends over 4,800 feet down to the canyon floor of this spectacular gorge. Enjoy incredible views from the trail across the 18 mile wide corridor. You will be carrying a backpack weighing approximately 35 pounds. It will contain your personal belongings and the food and camping gear provided. Your guide will interpret the various rock layers for you during the descent in which the age of the earth is clearly outlined – over 2 billion years! The Grand Canyon is one of the very few places on earth where you can see this! After a rest, continue down further, now joined by the stream formed by the spring. Wind down the Devil’s Corkscrew, a series of exhilarating switchbacks.

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Colorado River

After the switchbacks, you’ll make your way to the Colorado River. Here, you will cross the extension bridge to the north side and arrive at the Bright Angel Campsite for the remainder of the day and night.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Day 2 – Day 2



Indian Gardens

Awake to fresh coffee and breakfast before heading to Indian Gardens, the site of your second night. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon hike out to an overlook above the river after lunch. This day you will cover three to six miles of ground. A delicious dinner concludes the day.

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Day 3 – Day 3



Grand Canyon Village

On your last day, you’ll be up early for a nutritious breakfast before heading to the rim and the Grand Canyon Village. Once back at the trailhead, take a last look at the canyon’s vastness while enjoying a deli lunch. A quick souvenir stop or two and then you’ll be on the road back to Flagstaff by mid-afternoon.

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A maximum of 9 people per booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
  • This is a tentative tour date. Permits must be acquired from the park before we can confirm your tour. Booking this date does not guarantee that we will have availability for your tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • National Park fees
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Permits
  • Dinner (2)
  • Breakfast (2)
  • Lunch (3)
  • Gratuities
  • Airfare
  • Hotel Costs

Durations

3 days (approx.)

Tour's Location

8888 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, USA
from 1397 $

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