Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Day Trip from Las Vegas

Red rock, slot canyons, and a river bend that stops you cold

You get picked up before dawn, driven through three states to Antelope Canyon Lower Level where a Navajo guide leads you through the slot canyon's light-filled passages, then to Horseshoe Bend for a short hike to one of Arizona's most photographed river views. Admission, water, and the guide are included. You're back in Las Vegas by evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Antelope Canyon1h 30m · entry included
2. Horseshoe Bend1h · entry included

Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend tour

• Hotel pick-up in Las Vegas
• Drive to Antelope Canyon
• Explore Antelope Canyon Lower Level
• Visit Horseshoe Bend viewpoint

The experience

The alarm goes off before dawn, and you're in a van heading out of Las Vegas toward something you've only seen in photographs. The drive takes hours (through Nevada, into Utah, then Arizona), but the landscape keeps changing, and your guide talks the whole way, so it doesn't feel like sitting still. You're heading to Antelope Canyon, the slot canyon that looks like it was carved by water and light working together, and then to Horseshoe Bend, where the Colorado River makes a perfect U-turn and you stand on the edge of it.

Antelope Canyon Lower Level is the main event. You descend into the canyon with a local Navajo guide who knows the narrow passages and the best spots to stand when the light hits the sandstone walls just right. The formations are surreal: smooth, wave-like, almost liquid-looking even though they're solid rock. The guide points out where the light beams come through the openings above, and you understand why photographers camp out here. It's not a long walk, but the canyon floor is uneven and you're moving through tight spaces, so comfortable shoes and a moderate level of fitness matter. You'll want sunscreen and a hat. The canyon offers shade, but the surrounding area doesn't.

After Antelope Canyon, you drive a short distance to Horseshoe Bend, which sits four miles southwest of Page in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The hike is short, maybe fifteen minutes to the overlook, but it's exposed and the views hit you all at once. The Colorado River curves in a perfect horseshoe shape below, and the scale of it makes you stop talking. This is where people spend hours taking photos, and you'll understand why the moment you get there. Bring water. The sun is relentless and there's nowhere to hide on the trail.

The tour operates with a minimum of five participants, so you might be sharing the van with other travelers, which usually means conversation and shared reactions at the viewpoints. Hotel pickup happens between 4am and 5:30am depending on where you're staying on the Strip or Downtown, and you're back in Las Vegas by evening. If weather cancels the tour, you get an alternative date or a full refund. You'll sign a waiver before you go, and the operator asks that you bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, and hiking or tennis shoes, not optional, genuinely necessary.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel pickup from the Las Vegas Strip or Downtown between 4am and 5:30am, a scenic drive through three states, admission to Antelope Canyon Lower Level with a local Navajo guide, entry to Horseshoe Bend, bottled water throughout the day, and a driver/guide for the full journey.
• All fees and taxes are covered.
• You'll need to sign a waiver before departure.

Options for this experience

2 options

Lower Antelope CanyonGuide in English · 05:30Runs 14 hours; a lunch box, granola and water are provided. Travel is by luxury motor coach, and pickup is included.

Exclusive VIP Small Group ExperienceGuide in English · 05:00Lasts 14 hours. Lunch is served, along with an assortment of snacks and bottled water. Travel is in a 15-seat van, and pickup is included. On this small group tour we collect guests from over 200 hotels along the Strip (Las Vegas Blvd) and the Fremont area.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 05:00 and 05:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 95 years) · Child (4 to 17 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years)

GroupUp to 56

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 20 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by MARVIT TOURS LLC

Is this one for you?Right for travelers staying in Las Vegas who want to see two of the Southwest's most photographed natural landmarks in one day without arranging their own transport or paying separate entry fees. Plan for an early start and a full day out: the 4am pickup and evening return are what make fitting both canyons and the river view into a single trip possible.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 17 years); Infant (1 to 3 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup happens between 4am and 5:30am depending on your Las Vegas location. The tour departs at 5:30am.

Is Antelope Canyon Lower Level or Upper Level?

This tour visits Antelope Canyon Lower Level, which requires descending into the slot canyon.

How much walking is involved?

A moderate amount of walking at both attractions. Antelope Canyon involves navigating uneven canyon floors and tight passages. Horseshoe Bend is a short hike to the overlook.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup, admission fees to both attractions, a driver/guide, bottled water, and all taxes and fees.

Is this tour suitable for pregnant travelers or people with back problems?

No. The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with spinal injuries, or those with poor cardiovascular health.

What if the weather is bad?

If the tour doesn't depart due to poor weather, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

Do I need to bring anything?

Yes. Bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, comfortable clothes, and hiking or tennis shoes. The sun exposure is significant at both sites.

What's the minimum age?

Minimum age is 1 year old.

How many people are on the tour?

The tour requires a minimum of 5 participants to operate. You'll be in a motorcoach or small group depending on the option you choose.

How long is the drive from Las Vegas?

The drive is several hours each way through Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. You depart early morning and return in the evening.