Grand Canyon Helicopter & Ground Tour From Phoenix
Experience the scenic beauty of Arizona on this Small-group or Private day trip from the Phoenix-Scottsdale area. Visit one of the world’s wonders, the Grand Canyon, and experience Route 66, the iconic American highway steeped in rich tradition, on a full-day trip. During this excursion, you will board a state-of-the-art ECO-Star helicopter for your 45 minute flight. Your aerial adventure begins with a view of the North Rim as you fly towards the eastern end of the canyon following the Colorado River. Experience amazing bird's-eye views as you head south through the Dragon Corridor, which is the widest and deepest part of the Grand Canyon. You will also have time to explore the rim of the canyon by foot, capturing incredible photographs of the Grand Canyon.
Options
Private SUV
Private SUV: The ground transportation is private. The helicopter is public unless you buy out all the helicopter seats.
Pickup included
What's included in Grand Canyon Helicopter & Ground Tour From Phoenix
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Route 66Pass-by Only
After departing the Phoenix metro area, our tour travels through the expansive Sonoran Desert filled with the native saguaro cactus. The scenery begins to change as we increase in elevation and views of the cactus fade into pine trees. As we continue further into Northern Arizona, we will travel the outskirts of the Route 66 town of Flagstaff and from the highway, see the San Francisco Peaks among the seemingly endless Ponderosa Pine Forest, the largest contiguous forest of ponderosa pines in the world.
Grand Canyon National Park
Just before entering the Grand Canyon National Park, you will be checked in for your 45 minute helicopter flight, spanning over 90 miles of the Grand Canyon. After your flight, your guide will bring you back into the National Park to discover more by foot. You will have opportunities to walk the rim, shop, capture an unlimited number of photographs, or relax with the best seat in the house. Your total time at Grand Canyon including the helicopter and walking is approximately 3 hours, with approximately 1-1.5 hours on the rim walking. Sometimes your helicopter flight happens after your time on foot at the rim.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from select Phoenix area hotels
- 45-minute helicopter tour
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- DETOURS American West is not responsible for road or viewing conditions due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
- The maximum weight limit per person is 300 pounds. Guests over the weight limit (300+ lbs) will be required to purchase 2 seats. This is payable direct to the tour operator prior to the tour date.
- Arizona state law requires children under 8 years to have either a child seat or booster. Child seats are not provided, please bring your own and notify supplier
- Minimum age is 3 years and guest must inform supplier they will provide car seats or boosters.
- Wheelchairs and walkers are acceptable as long as they fold up and can be slid into the vehicle without assistance from tour guide. The helicopter cannot accommodate wheelchairs or walkers. You must let the supplier know if you are bringing either.
- We do not guarantee pickup for all hotels. Even if your hotel is on the list, there may be a chance you'll need to meet at an alternate location. Any guest staying outside of Phoenix, Scottsdale or Tempe will be required to meet at an alternate location to be determined by supplier. Tour supplier contact details will be provided on your pre-paid voucher.
- The Grand Canyon South Rim is a 7,000 foot elevation, please note this if you have concerns about altitude.
- There is NOT a restroom on the vehicle. Comfort stops are made throughout the day.
- You must let the supplier know if there are any mobility concerns that they should be aware of.
- Minimum numbers apply for the public small group tour. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS: Any tours booked after 7:00PM Arizona time the night before the tour date might not be confirmed. You will likely have to meet at another hotel for pick up. Our office will contact you prior to 6:00am on the tour date.
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Additional Information
Please note: For PUBLIC GROUP TOUR: We do not pick up at private residences and we do not guarantee pickup for all hotels. Even if your hotel is on the list, there may be a chance you'll need to meet at an alternate location. If need be, the supplier will determine a location you can meet to be picked up for your excursion. For PRIVATE SUV TOUR: Pick up available at most hotels and private residences in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. Tour supplier contact details will be provided on your pre-paid voucher.
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Ticket Redemption
PLEASE READ THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW: 1. Check your email (and spam folder) for any important messages from DETOURS American West, the local tour operator. DETOURS cannot be held accountable if you do not check your emails. 2. You must contact DETOURS American West, the local tour operator, regarding your pick up location AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO YOUR DATE at 1-480-633-9013. Your pick up time will be between 6-7am, however, DETOURS will EMAIL you the afternoon before your tour with an exact pick up time. 3. Hotel pick up is not guaranteed, even if you are staying at a hotel within the pick up zone. There IS a chance you will have to meet at another location for pick up. You are responsible for getting yourself to the pick up location. 4. Arizona state law requires children under 8 years to have either a child seat or booster. Child seats are not provided, please bring your own. 5. You must cancel/reschedule outside 24 hours prior to the tour date in order to receive a refund/reschedule. No exceptions made for canceled flights or illness. 6. Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. 7. FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS: Any tours booked after 7:00PM Arizona time the night before the tour date may not be confirmed. You will likely have to meet at another hotel for pick up. Our office will contact you prior to 6:00am on the tour date. 8. The maximum weight limit per person is 300 pounds. Guests over the weight limit (300+ lbs) will be required to purchase 2 seats. This is payable direct to the tour operator on the day of the tour. Individual body weights required in order to confirm booking.
