OPTIONAL ADVENTURES IN THE USA
Experience the vibrancy of Las Vegas and then take a flight to the Grand Canyon and beyond, even include a rafting trip down the Colorado River. A chance to see Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, Valley of Fire before maybe landing on the canyon bottom. Why not include Sedona and Red Rock country in your itinerary and take a jeep tour to explore the spectacular countryside around, with your own very knowledgeable guide. You may even decide to travel to Lake Powell and hire a speedboat and explore this fantastic man-made lake that spans both Arizona and Utah, with its spectacular rock canyons, most of them only accessible by boat. For the history minded why not take a ride in the past on the Silverton to Durango narrow gauge steam railway. Call Ranch Rider for further details.
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WIND DANCER - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Experience an exhilarating flight as you fly over Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam and Fortification Hill, an extinct volcano along with many other breathtaking views. Keep an eye open for wildlife along the way. Descend and land 3,500 feet into the Grand Canyon in the Hualapai Indian Territory. Champagne, beverages and light snack will be served some 300 feet above the mighty Colorado River in one of the great natural wonders of the world. Fly back through the Grand Canyon, view the red rock formations of the Bowl of Fire and conclude your adventure with an exciting flight over Downtown Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Strip. This excursion lasts approximately 3.5 hours (hotel to hotel). | WIND DANCER SUNSET - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Take our Wind Dancer excursion and enjoy extended landing time in the Grand Canyon, then return at sunset just as the bright lights of Las Vegas glitter to life. This excursion lasts approximately 4 hours (hotel to hotel). | DREAM CATCHER SUNSET - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Experience the journey of a lifetime. Your excursion begins with a flight out of Las Vegas to Hidden Valley and the Valley of Fire, where you will see red rock and sandstone formations, as well as some of the most remote, desolate, and fascinating desert landscape. After you fly through the Valley of Fire, your journey will take you to the Grand Canyon. Descend and land 3,500 feet into the Grand Canyon in the Hualapai Indian Territory. Champagne, beverages and light snack will be served some 300 feet above the mighty Colorado River in one of the great natural wonders of the world. Conclude your journey by flying over Lake Mead, Fortification Hill, an extinct volcano and Hoover Dam at dusk. Enjoy the sunset as you finish your journey with an exciting flight over Downtown Las Vegas and past the Las Vegas Strip as it transforms into the “City of Lights.” This excursion lasts approximately 4.5 hours (hotel to hotel). | CANYON DANCER - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Your Canyon Dancer tour departs from the South Rim of the Grand canyon and takes you over the picturesque Kaibab National Forest, then you will fly north through the Dragon Corridor over the mighty Colorado River to the North Rim. Heading back south through the Dragon Corridor, you will see the Tower of Ra, fly over the widest and deepest part of the canyon and view the Vishnu Schist, some of the oldest exposed layers of rock in the world. (Approximately 25-30 minutes) | CANYON SPIRIT - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Your Canyon Spirit tour departs from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon taking you over the beautiful Kaibab National Forest, home to the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine Forests. Upon reaching the edge of the canyon, the canyon rim gently drops away as the North Rim and eastern end of the canyon come into view - one of the most spectacular views in the entire canyon. In the distance, it is possible to see the Painted Desert and the Desert View Watchtower designed by the Hopi Indians. Your journey continues as you follow the Colorado River upstream to its merging with the Little Colorado River. View Marble Canyon and Point Imperial as you fly through the canyon and climb above the North Rim. Experience fabulous birds-eye views once on the North Rim, then head south through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest part of the canyon. As you cross over the Colorado River, you leave the Grand Canyon, flying over the South Rim and the Kaibab National Forest. Flight Time 45-50 Minutes . |
INDIAN TERRITORY - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Lake Mead, Hoover Dam and Fortification Hill, an extinct volcano along with many other breathtaking views. Keep an eye open for wildlife along the way. Descend and land 3,500 feet into the Grand Canyon in the Hualapai Indian Territory. Champagne, beverages and light snack will be served some 300 feet above the mighty Colorado River in one of the great natural wonders of the world. Fly back through the Grand Canyon and land on the West Rim where you can enjoy the Indian Village, Hualapai Ranch, views at Guano and Eagle point. Enjoy a meal on the Rim as you admire the beauty of the Grand Canyon. Additional activities can be arranged when you arrive at the West Rim by visiting the Concierge Desk. Depart the West Rim and fly back towards Las Vegas through the Bowl of Fire and conclude with a flight down the Las Vegas Strip. This excursion lasts approximately 6 hours (hotel to hotel). | SILVER CLOUD - FLIGHT EXCURSION |
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| Perfect for the time-conscious traveller, this spectacular air only excursion takes you through the Grand Canyon without the landing time. Highlights of the trip include Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Lake Las Vegas and Fortification Hill, an extinct volcano. The excursion will conclude with a flight over the Glitter Gulch and the Las Vegas Strip. This excursion lasts approximately 3 hours (hotel to hotel). | DURANGO & SILVERTON NARROW GUAGE RAILWAY - RAIL EXCURSION |
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| ?Durango was founded by the Denver & Rio Grande Railway in 1879. The railroad arrived in Durango on August 5, 1881 and construction on the line to Silverton began in the fall of the same year. By July of 1882 (amazingly, only 9 months after construction began) the tracks to Silverton were completed, and the train began hauling both freight and passengers. The line was constructed to haul silver & gold ore from the San Juan Mountains, but passengers soon realized it was the view that was truly precious. This historic train has been in continuous operation for 126 years, carrying passengers behind vintage steam locomotives and rolling stock indigenous to the line. Relive the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. |
PINK JEEP - OFF ROAD EXCURSION |
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| For more than 45 years, Pink Jeep Tours has been providing the most talked about off-road family adventures in the Sedona area of Arizona. BROKEN ARROW TOUR - THE ULTIMATE 4X4 JEEP EXPERIENCE! 100% off road fun! Eyes open wide on this fun-filled adventure that leads you on and over the red rocks while the magnificent canyon walls surround you. Whether you're stretching your legs and soaking up the views at Submarine Rock and Chicken Point or holding on tight for our heart pounding descent down the "Road of no Return", this exhibition of natural beauty will leave you mesmerized. SCENIC RIM TOUR - EXPERIENCE THE MAGNIFICENT VIEWS OF SEDONA! Ascend an amazing 2,000 feet to the very top of the Mogollon Rim. Majestic red rock formations blaze the trail for scenic beauty and rugged exploration. These larger than life views of the lowland deserts combined with the Ponderosa Pine forests of the high mountains provide you with an array of fabulous photo opportunities. |
LAKE POWELL - SPEEDBOAT EXCURSION |
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| Among the popular man-made reservoirs in America, Lake Powell, on the Colorado River, is the second largest reservoir of its kind in America, and longer than the entire west coast of the continental United States. Situated on the border between Arizona and Utah, Lake Powell is more than 400 feet deep, has 1,960 miles of shoreline and surrounds you with spectacular rock canyons, most of them accessible only by boat. Explore the enchanting world of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Lake Powell in your own speedboat. This breathtaking landscape - extending into both Arizona and Utah - is like no other place on earth. It embraces you with rosy sand beaches to stop off and relax or maybe swim in the crystal clear waters. For the more adventurous you can stop and take a hike up one of the many of the side canyons. |
MAVERICK RAFTING - RIVER EXCURSION |
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| Experience our Grand Canyon landing tour with the added bonus of river rafting through the scenic Black Canyon on the Colorado River. Following the helicopter adventure through the Grand Canyon, you will land at Boulder City Airport and meet up with the rafting crew. Your fully motorized, narrated raft adventure will depart from the base of the Hoover Dam and float 12-miles down the Colorado River. The rafting trip includes several stops along the river and lunch, upon reaching Willow Beach, AZ the rafting crew will return you to your hotel. This excursion lasts approximately 9.5 hours (hotel to hotel). |
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