3-Day Grand Canyon Classic Hike to the Colorado River

Itinerary

Day 1: Day 1

Stop At: Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
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.
Duration: 8 hours

Stop At: Colorado River, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
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.
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Camping at the Bright Angel Campground

Day 2: Day 2

Stop At: Indian Gardens, AZ 86336, USA
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.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Tent Camping at the Indian Garden Campground

Day 3: Day 3

Stop At: Grand Canyon Village, N Village Loop, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ 86023
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.
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Backcountry Information Center, 1 Backcountry Rd, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023, USA
  
  Traveler pickup is offered
• Duration: 3 days (Approx.)
• Departure Time: 5:00 AM
• Return Details: Returns to original departure point
  

Includes

• 2x Breakfast
• 2x Dinner
• 3x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 2 nights
• 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

Excludes

• Gratuities

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

• 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 moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

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Product code: COOL-102098P2