Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon

Intrepid Travel · 3 days
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon
3 Days
From AUD $3620
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Demanding

Rating

Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon

Hiking the Best of the Grand Canyon

Intrepid Travel · 3 days
Duration

3 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Comfortable

Physical Rating

Demanding

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Get into nature and experience the best of the Grand Canyon by day and retire to your comfortable hotel on the canyon's rim by night.

Highlights

  • Hike the expanse of Arizona’s Grand Canyon and take in the sweeping views of this iconic landscape with a small group of like-minded travellers by your side.
  • Get the inside scoop on the geological and cultural history of the land surrounding you with local guides who are passionate about the area and love sharing their knowledge.
  • Tuck into dinner at a charismatic local restaurant that overlooks the canyon below.
  • After days spent on your feet, be rewarded with comfortable accommodation and hearty meals that rejuvenate your weary legs.

Trip Details

Duration

3 days

Transportation

Private vehicle

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Grand Canyon National Park, United States Of America

Finishes

Grand Canyon National Park, United States Of America

Accommodations

Comfortable

Travel Style

Walking & Trekking

Physical Rating

Demanding

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Grand Canyon National Park
Welcome to Arizona, home to the Grand Canyon and a myriad of exceptional hiking trails ready for you to explore. You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Flagstaff this morning to hit the road en route to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Today’s drive will give you a taste of the views you’ll experience over the coming days. Make sure your cameras are at the ready, there’ll be plenty of chances to stop and marvel at some of the best viewpoints along the way. On arrival, we’ll stretch out our legs on the South Kaibab Trail that descends the spine of the spectacular Cedar Ridge and affords some exceptional views of the Canyon as the ridged drops off on both sides in front of you. These panoramas and the easy-going nature of the trek make the South Kaibab Trail a great day one introduction for us. This evening you’ll settle into your accommodation that will be your home away from home for the next two nights.

Included Activities:

  • South Rim - South Kaibab Trail Hike

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Grand Canyon National Park
Fuel up on a hearty breakfast today before we embark on a trek that meanders below the canyon's rim along the Bright Angel Fault. On your descent, your leader will fill you in on all the geological and ecological phenomena that make up the landscapes here. Along the hike, you’ll stop to tuck into a delicious picnic lunch with views better than any 5-star restaurant could deliver. With full bellies and fuller hearts, you’ll start the return hike to the rim, this time staring up at the towering cliffs above. This evening, you’ll enjoy a special dinner at the famous and historic El Tovar Hotel, overlooking the depths of the Grand Canyon.

Included Activities:

  • Grand Canyon - Bright Angel Trail Hike
  • Grand Canyon National Park - Dinner at Historic El Tovar

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Grand Canyon National Park
Our final hike of the trip is Grandview – with a fitting name, you'll soak up some of the best views of the trip today with endless panoramas across the Grand Canyon and Colorado River. One of Grand Canyon’s most famous miners, Pete Berry, built this trail in the late 1800s to extract some of the richest copper ore in the world. Eventually, when his mine failed, he turned to tourism for a living, taking guests down his unique, hand-cobbled trail. As you descend, you’ll learn about the geological and historical history of the landscapes here from your local leader. After the trek, we’ll exit the Park from the East Entrance, stopping at the famous Desert View Watchtower. This impressive structure is a replica of a Native American tower found in the exact location by early explorers centuries ago. In the afternoon, we’ll say our final goodbyes upon arrival back in Flagstaff where your 3-day trekking adventure will come to an end.

Included Activities:

  • Grand Canyon - Shuttle to Flagstaff
  • Grand Canyon - Desert View Watchtower visit
  • Grand Canyon-Grandview Trail hike
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $3,620
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 3 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Demanding

Get into nature and experience the best of the Grand Canyon by day and retire to your comfortable hotel on the canyon's rim by night.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 29 Sep 2025

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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