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Road Trip Las Vegas to Grand Canyon – South Rim
Las Vegas
Grand Canyon
450
km
4h30
drive
All seasons
season
The Itinerary
The Grand Canyon, one of the world's seven natural wonders, is 4h30 from Las Vegas. The South Rim is the most accessible and iconic, with classic viewpoints: Mather Point, Yavapai Point, Desert View.
Recommended stops: Hoover Dam (1930s engineering marvel), historic Route 66 at Kingman and Seligman ("birthplace of Route 66"), Williams (south gateway and Grand Canyon Railway). At the canyon, the Bright Angel Trail descends into the gorge. Sunset at Hopi Point is unforgettable. Helicopter tours optional.
Recommended stops: Hoover Dam (1930s engineering marvel), historic Route 66 at Kingman and Seligman ("birthplace of Route 66"), Williams (south gateway and Grand Canyon Railway). At the canyon, the Bright Angel Trail descends into the gorge. Sunset at Hopi Point is unforgettable. Helicopter tours optional.
Points of Interest
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Mather PointBelvédère le plus photographié du Grand Canyon.
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Hoover DamBarrage monumental 221 m sur le Colorado, années 1930.
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Route 66 Seligman\"Birthplace of Route 66\", inspiration de Cars (Pixar).
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Bright Angel TrailSentier emblématique descendant dans le canyon.
Practical info
- Departure Las Vegas
- Destination Grand Canyon
- Distance 450 km
- Duration 4h30
- Category Long (250–500 km)
- Best season All seasons
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