Lower Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend tour from Las Vegas

Two slot canyons and a river bend in one day, with a guide who knows the geology

This full-day guided tour from Las Vegas visits Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, two landmark natural formations in the American Southwest. You'll walk a 1.5-mile roundtrip through narrow sandstone passageways carved by water and wind, where sunlight creates shifting patterns of color and shadow, then hike to an overlook 1,000 feet above the Colorado River as it curves in a dramatic 270-degree arc. The tour includes admission to both sites, a guided walk at each stop, lunch, bottled water, and hotel pickup from Las Vegas.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend

• Travel from Las Vegas to Lower Antelope Canyon
• Walk 1.5 miles through slot canyon
• Explore sandstone walls and light beams
• Continue to Horseshoe Bend
• Hike short trail to overlook
• View Colorado River’s horseshoe curve
• Enjoy photography and guided commentary

The Experience

The day starts with a pickup from your Las Vegas hotel in the early morning, then a drive through the desert landscape of Nevada, Utah, and Arizona toward Lower Antelope Canyon. Once there, a guide leads you through the slot canyon's narrow, winding passages—the 1.5-mile roundtrip walk crosses sand and rocks, and the sandstone walls rise close on both sides. Light beams filter down from above, shifting color and intensity as you move through the canyon, which is why photographers return to this spot repeatedly. The guide shares the geology and history as you walk, so the narrow passages and the light patterns make sense as you stand in them.

After Lower Antelope Canyon, you continue to Horseshoe Bend, where a short scenic walk on a sandy trail leads to the overlook. From the edge, the Colorado River appears 1,000 feet below, curving in a sharp horseshoe shape with red and orange canyon walls rising on either side. The contrast between the emerald water and the desert rock creates the view most people recognize from photographs. You have time to take in the landscape, photograph it, and rest before the return journey to Las Vegas.

The tour includes admission to both Lower Antelope Canyon (with Prime Time ticket access) and Horseshoe Bend, a granola bar or sandwich lunch, bottled water, and a guided walk at each site. Hotel pickup is included, and the guide speaks English and shares cultural and geological context throughout the day. You'll need comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing, and sunscreen; bring cash for any personal expenses and an extra water bottle if you prefer it.

What’s included

• Admission to Lower Antelope Canyon with Prime Time ticket and Horseshoe Bend.
• guided walk through the slot canyon passages and to the river overlook.
• granola bar or sandwich lunch and bottled water.
• hotel pickup from Las Vegas.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersInfants must sit on laps

Operated by TrevoTour Travels

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guide explaining the geology and cultural history as you walk through Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, rather than exploring on your own or with a self-guided app.

Top questions

What is the walk like inside Lower Antelope Canyon?

Lower Antelope Canyon requires a 1.5-mile roundtrip walk over sand and rocks through narrow sandstone passages. The canyon walls are carved by water and wind, and natural light beams filter down from above, creating shifting patterns of color and shadow as you move through. The guide leads you through and explains the geology as you go.

How difficult is the hike to Horseshoe Bend?

The walk to Horseshoe Bend is short and easy—a scenic sandy trail leads to the overlook edge where the Colorado River curves 1,000 feet below. It is described as an easy hike suitable for most fitness levels, with time to rest and take photographs once you reach the viewpoint.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes admission to Lower Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, a guided walk at each site, a granola bar or sandwich lunch, bottled water, and hotel pickup from Las Vegas. Gratuities for the tour guide, bus driver, and Navajo site guide are recommended separately.

What should I bring on this tour?

Wear comfortable athletic or walking shoes, layered clothing, and sunscreen protection. Bring cash for emergencies and an extra water bottle for hydration. The tour provides one bottled water and lunch, but the desert is hot and dry, so extra water is recommended.

How long is the full tour?

The tour runs for 2 to 3 hours at the two sites, plus travel time from and to Las Vegas. Hotel pickup is included, and the operating hours are 4:30 to 21:00, so early morning and afternoon departures are available.

Is this tour suitable for families with children?

Yes, the tour is suitable for families. Children aged 0–12 must be accompanied by a paying adult, and infants must sit on an adult's lap. The walks are moderate in difficulty, and the guide provides context about the geology and history that appeals to different ages.