Zion & Bryce Canyon Day Trip from Las Vegas

Red rock spires and hoodoos: two national parks in one day from Vegas

You get picked up from your hotel, spend two hours exploring Bryce Canyon's hoodoos and viewpoints, then two hours at Zion's red rock canyon and Visitor Center, with park entry and water included. The guide handles the driving and narration, and you're back in Vegas by late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Bryce Canyon National Park2h · entry included
2. Zion National Park2h · entry included

Explore Bryce Canyon and Zion Parks

• Visit Bryce Canyon National Park
• Explore scenic viewpoints at Bryce Canyon
• Stop at Zion National Park Visitor Center
• Enjoy photo opportunities at Zion Canyon

The experience

The hoodoos at Bryce Canyon catch the light in a way that photographs don't quite capture. Those rust-colored spires stand so close together they almost hum with color. You'll spend roughly two hours moving between scenic viewpoints here, stopping long enough to actually look instead of just snapping and moving on. The van holds either 15 or 7 passengers depending on the day, which means you're not crammed into a tour bus with fifty people, but you're also not paying for a private car.

After Bryce, the drive takes you toward Zion National Park, where the landscape shifts entirely. Instead of spires, you're looking at massive red canyon walls that rise straight up from the valley floor. The kind of scale that makes you feel small in a way that's hard to describe until you're standing there. The Visitor Center stop gives you another two hours to walk around, take photos, and actually absorb what you're looking at instead of rushing through. The whole day runs from early morning pickup at your Las Vegas hotel through the afternoon return, which means you're not wasting half your time in a car.

Your guide drives and narrates, pointing out the geology and the history as you go. Bottled water is included, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and the national park admission fees are already built into the price, so you're not stopping at a gate to sort out payments or discovering an extra charge at the end. If you've got a free day in Vegas and want to see two of the Southwest's most recognizable parks without renting a car or planning the route yourself, this is the straightforward way to do it.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Las Vegas, admission to both Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park, parking fees, bottled water, and transportation in an air-conditioned van with a driver-guide. The guide provides narration throughout the drive and at each stop.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (5 to 17 years) · Infant (1 to 4 years)

GroupUp to 13

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by MARVIT TOURS LLC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see two major national parks in a single day without arranging your own transport, buying separate park tickets, or navigating the route: the fixed schedule and included entry fees are what make it possible to fit both parks into one trip from Vegas.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 17 years); Infant (1 to 4 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.

How long is the drive from Las Vegas to Bryce Canyon?

Bryce Canyon is roughly 270 miles northeast of Las Vegas, a drive of around 4.5 to 5 hours depending on traffic and stops.

Is lunch included?

No, lunch is not mentioned in the tour inclusions. You'll want to bring snacks or plan to eat at a facility near one of the parks.

What's the difference between the 15-passenger van and the 7-passenger mini-van?

Both are air-conditioned and driven by a guide. The smaller van may offer a more intimate experience, but availability depends on the day and group size.

Are national park fees included in the price?

Yes, Zion and Bryce Canyon National Park admission fees are included. International visitors may have an additional fee collected at the destination.

What time does the tour start?

Hotel pickup happens in the early morning, though the exact time depends on your hotel location in Las Vegas.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health. It involves walking between viewpoints, though the pace is self-directed at each stop.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, a hat, comfortable walking shoes, and a camera. Water is provided, but you may want extra snacks or a light jacket for the higher elevation at Bryce Canyon.