Things to do in Williams

Enjoy the Grand Canyon's natural beauty on a nostalgic roundtrip train ride featuring western musicians and cowboy characters on vintage cars. Grab a drink in the onboard bar then witness the scenery of the National Park. Travel on the Grand Canyon Railway, boasting 64 miles of breathtaking scenery that leads to Grand Canyon National Park. This century-old railroad brought people from some of the wildest parts of Arizona to one of the seven natural wonders of the world - the Grand Canyon. Journey back to the Old West with the help of authentic characters who bring music and stories to share with you along the way. Arrive at the canyon around lunchtime with ample time to hike and enjoy the park. Afterwards, you will then return back to Williams, Arizona.

Experience the Grand Canyon National Park during this guided tour, entry tickets in. Explore the canyon rim with its panoramic views and visit Sedona along the way. Experience the stunning red rocks of Sedona. Photograph the famous location and take the opportunity to gaze upon the stunning sights of Arizona. Spend approximately 3 hours within the National Park marveling at the beauty that is the Grand Canyon. Discover historic El Tovar Lodge and Hopi House in Grand Canyon Village. Visit the South Rim and take in the dramatic views, ideal for photographers. Enjoy some shopping, walk the rim, or relax at one of the many viewpoints. For the public tour, travel in a 13-seater custom tour van with High Ceilings allowing for full standing, as well as leather captain's chairs. For the private tour, travel in a luxury Suv.

Day 1: Zion • Antelope Canyon • Horseshoe Bend Start your adventure with an early morning pickup from your Las Vegas hotel and enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast as you hit the road. Your first stop: Zion National Park—the 3rd most-visited national park in the U.S. Marvel at its towering cliffs, vibrant landscapes, and rich history as your guide shares insights into Zion’s role in Utah’s natural and cultural heritage. Next, journey through the scenic Arizona desert toward Lower Antelope Canyon, where a local Navajo guide will lead you through a maze of colorful slot canyons. Capture unforgettable photos as light beams dance across the narrow sandstone walls. Then, it’s just a short drive to the iconic Horseshoe Bend. Hike the 1.25-mile round-trip trail to the overlook and peer down 1,000 feet at the dramatic curve of the Colorado River below. Wrap up your day with a delicious local dinner before settling into your comfortable 3-star hotel for the night. Day 2: Grand Canyon • Route 66 • Return to Las Vegas After breakfast, set out for one of the world’s most awe-inspiring sights: Grand Canyon National Park. Visit three of the South Rim’s most scenic viewpoints—Yavapai Point, Grandview Point, and Lipan Point—with plenty of time for photos and exploration. Your guide will help you find the best spots and angles to make your memories last forever. On the way back, enjoy three classic stops along Historic Route 66, including a nostalgic lunch break in the charming town of Williams, Arizona. Arrive back in Las Vegas around 7:00 PM with incredible stories and photos from a journey you’ll never forget.

Ride in comfort and style with reliable and luxurious transportation between Grand Canyon National Park South Rim and Las Vegas. Sit back and let someone else do the driving for you. Explore the Grand Canyon National Park, South Rim, at your own pace with this convenient daily shuttle to and from Las Vegas. Enjoy the beautiful mountainous views and rolling landscapes while your experienced driver ensures your trip unfolds in a comfortable and timely manner. Las Vegas offers the most exciting array of options in the world, with incredible nightlife, dazzling shows, award winning chef restaurants, unique activities and unparalleled resorts. Las Vegas is the jewel of the desert and a perfect place to explore the natural wonders of the Southwest United States.

Enjoy a day tour of the Grand Canyon South Rim with a guide. Stroll through the Rim Trail in Grand Canyon Village and marvel at the stunning scenery before a delicious lunch. After being picked up from your hotel, drive through the scenic areas and reach early to beat the crowds and long lines. Once you enter the Grand Canyon National Park, spend as much time as possible clicking photos and admiring the views. You will walk part of the Rim Trail in Grand Canyon Village, and historic sites while learning about the history and culture of the place from your guide. Dive deep into Grand Canyon's ecology and hear a thorough explanation of the geologic story of the chasm. Make a stop at one of the delis inside the park to have a scrumptious lunch. Your journey continues, providing you with a breathtaking view of the surroundings. Get a chance to possibly catch a glimpse of wildlife like condors, raptors, bighorn sheep, and more while you follow your guide. Finally, after a memorable experience, you will return to your hotel. 

Your day begins with a pickup at your hotel in Sedona or Flagstaff or the nearby Village of Oak Creek from where you will enjoy incredible views on your way to the Williams train depot. Board the historic century-old Grand Canyon Railway and be entertained by cowboy characters. Enjoy the tunes of strolling musicians as train travel from the early 1900s is recreated on the 65-mile scenic journey to the canyon.   The train offers wonderful views of the San Francisco Peaks and rolls through valleys filled with wildflowers, dense pine forests, high desert plains, and small canyons. The Grand Canyon Railway is still one of the best ways to experience the old west. The train arrives just steps from the Grand Canyon’s South Rim where you'll have free time to shop, dine, or just take in the incredible canyon views. Then, your guide will meet you at the bus and take you to the East Rim for a few more great lookout locations. As you drive out of the east exit, you’ll drive along the Little Colorado River Gorge into the Navajo Nation. Stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post where you’ll have the opportunity to browse the Native American artwork and shop for souvenirs before returning to the starting point of the tour by air-conditioned van following a great day in the west.

Discover the wonders of the Grand Canyon on a 2-day, multi-stop tour from Las Vegas, including roundtrip transportation and overnight hotel accommodation. Ride a train on the Grand Canyon Railway. Whole experience riding on the train really set you back how people originally visit Grand Canyon. It's just as cool as it sounded - you ride on a train to Grand Canyon south rim with your love ones, peaceful meanwhile a whole different perspective, full of entertainment during the train trip, when you are doing the chicken dance on the train with musicians, the cowboys "accidently" popping out to rob the train. Day 1: Following hotel pickup, visit Arizona Route 66 Museum to explore the origin and culture of the road. The museum is located in the historic Kingman Powerhouse and depicts the historical evolution of travel along the 35th parallel that became Route 66. Next, head to Bearizona Wildlife Park to see more than 30 kinds of rare wild animals in an approximately 160-acre space. Drive through more than three miles of ponderosa pine forest and check out a 20-acre walk-through area along winding paths. Get time for lunch at the wildlife park (cost not included) before the next stop-the Meteor Crater. Nestled on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, the Meteor Crater’s visitor center is one of the most popular attractions in Northern Arizona. Over 50,000 years ago, space and earth came together when a huge iron-nickel meteorite, approximately 150 feet wide and weighing several hundred thousand tons, impacted an area outside of Flagstaff, Arizona, with a force 150 times greater than an atomic bomb. Day 2: Depart early from the hotel to the Grand Canyon Railway Station in Williams, a heritage railroad that carries passengers between Williams and the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.Enjoy a 2.5-hour train ride that blends adventure, history, and culture, before arriving at Grand Canyon Village. Then, You will get 3.5 hours free tour in Grand Canyon by yourself. As one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon is a must-see destination. The mile-deep canyon formed millions of years ago as the Colorado River cut a deep channel through layers of hard rock, exposing ribboned layers of the Earth’s crust. The canyon measures 270 miles long and stretches across northern Arizona. There is truly nothing quite like it, which is why people of all ages from around the world come to witness this breathtaking Southwest landmark. At 3:30pm,take a return 2.5-hour train ride back along the Grand Canyon Railway Station. Finish your trip with hotel drop-off back in Las Vegas.