Top Las Vegas Half-day Tours

Visit Hoover Dam on a Las Vegas "mini" tour that doesn't take up a whole day so you don't waste your precious vacation time. Or, perhaps you have a late flight and want to do something fun after hotel check-out. After departing the Strip, head to the dam, where you visit lookout points for views and photo ops. Upgrade to include a spot at the very instagrammable Seven Magic Mountains in the Mojave Desert

Experience the serenity of Emerald Cave, a picturesque natural attraction on the Colorado River. This kayaking tour takes a small group max of 15 people paddling up the river with a guide. Stop for snacks and swimming along the way. Round-trip hotel transport is provided from Las Vegas to Willow Beach in Arizona.

You can’t visit Las Vegas without taking in the spectacular sight of the majestic Hoover Dam! A true marvel, the dam was constructed in less than five years during the Great Depression by thousands of men who ventured into Black Canyon to harness the power of the mighty Colorado. ** Please note: Effective for bookings made from March 16, 2022, the price displayed does not include a USD5 per person fuel fee. This fee is payable direct to the supplier on the day of your tour **

Leave behind the hectic crowds of Las Vegas and spend the day exploring desert landscapes on this doors-open private van tour. Cruising through picture-perfect scenery with the doors open ensures you don’t miss any of the sights along the way. As you stop at highlights such as Calico Hills and American Indian heritage sites, your guide explains the geological and cultural significance that you might overlook on your own.

Skip the crowds and hassle of bus tours with this half-guided, half-self-drive Colorado River tour. Make your own way to the launch point at Willow Beach; board a kayak, and then paddle into the Black Canyon. Along the way, take in the desert scenery and look out for wildlife including big horn sheep, coyotes and bald eagles.

As dusk falls, the city comes to life illuminated by the dazzling neon lights Las Vegas is famous for. Take in dancing fountains and erupting volcanoes as you travel the Infamous Las Vegas Strip. The tour leads you past casinos, wedding chapels and historic landmarks as you enter the heart of downtown. Choose to go on an adventure with your tour guide as you walk down Fremont Street. During the walking tour you will see sights such as a 61 pound golden nugget!  After a brief guided walking tour, you will be able to immerse yourself in the best that downtown has to offer: live entertainment, street artists, costumed entertainers and of course the word famous Fremont Street Light and Sound show.

Escape from the hustle of the Las Vegas strip and enjoy a half-day scooter tour of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Choose from a morning or afternoon trek, then explore the canyon, passing through desert landscapes, red- and buff-colored rock formations, and sandstone and limestone cliffs that reach elevations up to 7,000 feet. All entrance fees plus the use of a helmet, bottled water and a pickup and drop-off from select Las Vegas hotels are included.

Trade the Strip for the Las Vegas Dunes—and enjoy a fun-filled and fast-paced excursion—on this all-terrain vehicle tour. Following pickup directly from your hotel, head to the departure facility where you’ll watch a safety video, get fitted with gear, and go for a few practice laps. Then, hit the dunes: choose between a 30- or 60-minute ride, and speed along in your ATV while your guide captures photos.

Fly from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon in a sightseeing helicopter, touch down deep in the canyon for a Champagne toast, and explore the scenic desert landscape in luxurious style. This Grand Canyon helicopter tour includes plenty of flying time, hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Vegas, and drinks and snacks on a private bluff inside the Grand Canyon.

There's nothing better than getting a little dirty when you come to Las Vegas and the most fun way to do it is on an adrenaline-fueled ride through the Primm and Hidden Valleys on a RZR tour. During this adventure departing from Las Vegas, follow your experienced adventure guide over mountain and desert terrain while driving your own juiced-up RZR 900s which are under a year old. This tour is the longest available and includes all safety equipment and round-trip transportation from Las Vegas hotels.

Hoover Dam is renowned as one of the world’s most impressive manmade wonders, towering 700 feet (213 meters) over the Colorado River. On this tour, enjoy magnificent views of the dam from both sides of the Mike O'Callaghan/Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, learn more about the remarkable feat of engineering, and make a stop in Boulder City.

Visit two iconic places in the Las Vegas area - the Seven Magic Mountains and The Hoover Dam. First, you'll see the public art installation made of colorful stacked boulders by mixed-media artist, Ugo Rondinone. Your guide shares insights with special appeal for first-time visitors. You'll then head out to the magnificent Hoover Dam. This tour includes bottled water, snacks and hotel pickup and drop-off, making it a stress-free excursion in Las Vegas.

Get to the Valley of Fire State Park without the paperwork of organizing car rental with this hassle-free small-group day tour. Traveling with a guide means you can visit the hiking trails without the worry of getting lost, and learn about the local landscape as you explore. During the tour, admire the stunning red and orange landscape and stop for plenty of photo opportunities along the way.

Venture beyond Las Vegas city limits—and get up close and personal with the Hoover Dam, plus other area highlights—on this half-day, small-group tour. Following morning departure, pause for a photo break at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign, then hit the road. After viewing the Seven Magic Mountains, stop at the Hoover Dam, where you’ll walk across the top of the dam, take in views from the Memorial Bridge, and much more.

Hop onboard a helicopter for a luxury sightseeing tour to the Grand Canyon. Listen to informative commentary from your pilot as you get an aerial perspective on the majestic grandeur of the Grand Canyon and Colorado River. On the way, you'll also see landmarks such as Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Black Canyon, and the Las Vegas strip.

Fly like a VIP to the Grand Canyon on a round-trip helicopter ride of a lifetime. Toast to your aerial adventure from Las Vegas or Boulder City with a Champagne picnic on the canyon floor—4,000 feet (1,219 meters) below the West Rim. You’re transferred between your hotel and the executive terminal with fast-track check-in for an early morning, late morning, afternoon, or sunset flight. Cast your gaze over Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Grapevine Mesa, Joshua Tree, and the Grand Wash Cliffs Wilderness while listening to your pilot’s commentary. ** Please note: Effective for bookings made from March 21, 2022, the price displayed does not include a USD25 per person fuel fee. This fee is payable direct to the supplier on the day of your tour **

Get beyond Las Vegas to explore Nevada’s history and landscape on a 5-hour tour to the Hoover Dam, and Lake Mead. This 5-hour Hoover Dam excursion includes pickup and drop-off at most Las Vegas hotels, and transport by air-conditioned coach. Morning departures only are available. A light breakfast snack is provided on this tour.

Discover the hit Las Vegas-based reality television shows up close and in person on this guided tour. Visit the filming locations of ‘Pawn Stars,’ ‘Tanked,’ ‘American Restoration,’ ‘Counting Cars,’ ‘Toy Shack’ and ‘Ultimate Sports Cards and Memorabilia.’ Enjoy skip-the-line VIP access and an insider’s narrative on each show at each location. Entrance fees and transportation via mini motor coach included.

Escape the bustle of Las Vegas and discover the stunning scenery from the cool water on this 5-star rated half-day kayaking trip on the Colorado River. Make your own way to the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, grab a life jacket and set off on this small-group 4-mile kayak trip. As you go, soak up the scenery, pause for a swim, spot wildlife and learn about the area’s history from your expert guide. This is sure to be the best thing you do in Las Vegas!

Combine sightseeing and tasty bites on this walking tour along the Las Vegas Strip. Follow your longtime local guide through several properties at the heart of the Strip, including the Flamingo, LINQ Promenade and The Venetian. Hear fun facts and history, while stopping for small bites at several local favorites, from street carts and specialty shops to fine dining destinations.

Fly to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon, and soar over the canyon walls into its mysterious depths on this scenic flight from Las Vegas. Marvel at sights such as the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and Fortification Hill from above, then feel the exhilaration of flying along the rim of the Grand Canyon. Choose from several departure times for this tour, which includes round-trip hotel transport.

Visit the filming locations of the reality TV shows 'Counting Cars' and 'Vegas Rat Rods' during this Las Vegas guided tour. Along with seeing Count Kustoms, the chopper and hot rod dealer, and Welder Up, the customization shop owned by Steve Darnell, pop by the Shelby Museum to stroll through interactive exhibits and see classic cars.

At more than 550 feet (167 meters) tall, the High Roller in Vegas isn't your county fair Ferris wheel. See for yourself during a 30-minute revolution in one of the High Roller's 28 air-conditioned compartments. Choose from day or night rides to watch the landscape glimmer with hot sun or neon lights as you soar high above. Whether Sin City is your favorite vacation spot or you've traveled half the world to see the Strip for the first time, this ride above the Las Vegas skyline won't leave you disappointed. Upgrade to include open bar in the High Roller cabin with the Happy Hour option. Exclusively sold here!

Las Vegas is known for its celebrity dining and ritzy casinos. On this small-group walking tour, visit some of the most sought-after restaurants run by chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Giada De Laurentiis and try some of their signature dishes. Your guide is there to help you understand more about Vegas' history, culture, and gastronomy as you stroll along The Strip and sample delicious cuisines.