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On the outskirts of Vegas, once the neon lights fade and the sound of traffic is replaced by the rush of the wind, the Valley of Fire is a geologic wonder that’s best explored on two feet. On this Valley of Fire hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be 3,000 years old, and enjoy the multihued desert scenery in Nevada’s oldest state park. Pass Lake Mead and the Moapa Indian Reservation. This small-group tour has a variable duration—depending on the difficulty of hike you choose. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

• Choose an easy, moderate, or difficult guided hike among the red rock formations and petroglyphs
• Keep your energy up with complimentary snacks and water
• Hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Small-group tour limited to 13 people for a more intimate, interactive experience

Pick up will be at your hotel or a hotel relatively close. You will be contacted 1-2 days before your reservation date to confirm pick up time and exact location. If you are staying at a hotel or rental home away from the strip or downtown you will be asked to go to the nearest Strip or Downtown hotel property. This trip lasts about 5 hours and costs $128.99.

Depending upon which option you choose, this Valley of Fire hiking tour either leaves Las Vegas at sunrise, or later in the day in the late morning or early afternoon. Once you meet with the rest of your group, which won’t exceed 13 people, leave the lights of Vegas behind and begin to commune with nature, as you travel out into the wide-open desert.  Along the drive, make a stop at the Moapa Indian Reservation to pick up some fireworks, liquor, or cigarettes that are completely duty-free. When you enter the Valley of Fire State Park, your guide explains the area’s history as well as its fascinating geology, and leads you to the trailhead of whichever hike you’ve chosen. Over the course of the trek through the park, learn about the erosion and seismic fault lines that have created the rugged terrain, all while surrounded by a surreal landscape of enormous, deeply red rocks. For thousands of years, Native American-Indian tribes have lived and survived in this landscape, and your guide offers some fascinating insight to their legends, history, and myths, as well as point out some ancient petroglyphs that have been here for 3,000 years.  Water and snacks are provided for the hike, and once you’ve conquered the dusty trail and soaked up the epic beauty, you have the chance to explore the Valley of Fire official visitors center. On the car ride back to Las Vegas, rest your legs and watch the scene slowly change outside the window, as the windswept desert slowly gives to the glitz, glamor, and lights. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Take a break from the casinos and work off those free drinks on a hike through Red Rock Canyon, a favorite local getaway from Las Vegas. A guide helps you choose from three trail options to match your hiking level and interests. Enjoy sandstone scenery and desert vegetation as you explore the Nevada wilderness. Bottled water is provided, and pickup is included from select hotels on the Strip. This trip begins and ends at 3400 S Las Vegas Blvd, in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

• Hiking in Red Rock Canyon from Las Vegas
• Choose from three hiking trails to suit your abilities
• Learn about the ecological and cultural features of this desert landscape
• Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off on the Las Vegas Strip
• Professional guide and bottled water included

With a choice of three trails, morning or afternoon, you can tailor your trip to your schedule and ability. This activity is highly reviewed with 98% giving 5 star reviews. The trip lasts about 4 hours and costs $129.99.

Ever wonder what Vegas locals do for fun? Well escape the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas for a unique hiking experience in beautiful Red Rock Canyon. Join your local guide for a 2-2.5-hour hike on one of many popular trails within the conservation area. Your guide will hike you through while providing interesting commentary and history about the canyon. There are a number of different trails you can take. Your guide will pick the best one on the day based on the interests of the group. There is a minimum of 2 passengers to operate this tour. If the minimum is not met and you would like to guarantee your departure you must pay for an additional person, paid directly to the local operator. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Head out on a thrilling ATV tour in the Mojave Desert from the Luxor Hotel in Las Vegas. You’ll be outfitted with safety gear including helmets and goggles and receive a step-by-step orientation on how to ride your ATV. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

A guide will lead you on a journey into the desert where you’ll be able to travel along trails and take in captivating views. This activity lasts about 3 hours and costs $109.00.

• Adventurous travelers will enjoy this excursion away from the Strip
• A sunset tour option is also available
• Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants
• Roundtrip transportation from the Luxor Hotel is provided

Voted Best ATV Tour in Nevada! Experience an ATV tour unlike anything you have ever tried before! We will pick you up at Mandalay Bay (Beach Entrance, Lower Level – Shuttle and Tour Pick Up) and we will transport you to our exclusive riding location that looks like it is straight out of a Wild Wild West movie. There you will ride our brand new 450cc ATVs through sandy trails and canyons surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Mojave Desert. You might even spot a rare desert animal! No riding experience required to have a blast on this tour, just be ready to collect a lot of great memories…and a little dust. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Discover Death Valley by night and day—and leave all the logistics to your guide—on this seamless, small-group tour from Las Vegas. Following pickup directly from your hotel, travel to Death Valley: you can admire its dramatic badlands, salt flats, and other striking scenery at locations like Dante’s View, Zabriskie Point, and Artists Palette. After a meal, stay until after sunset to see the stars come out in this dark-sky location. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

• Round-trip transit from your Las Vegas hotel makes logistics seamless
• Discover Death Valley’s most famous attractions, all in a single tour
• Stay after dark for the chance to see the stars come out over Death Valley
• National park admission fees are included in the cost

Discover the natural beauty of Death Valley, during the day and at night, on this small-group guided tour from Las Vegas. Relax with round-trip transfers, a professional guide, unlimited bottled water, and your national park entrance fees all included. Get picked up from your Las Vegas Strip hotel and travel to Death Valley, stopping at the entrance to take a photo with the sign. Head to Dante’s View for sweeping views over the salt field and desert. Then visit the lowest point in North America at Badwater Basin. Enjoy a break at the Furnace Creek Visitor center. This trip lasts about 11 hours and costs $295.00.

Drive along Artists Drive and stop at Artists Palette to admire the colorful hills. Enjoy an iconic view, and sunset, at Zabriskie Point. Afterwards, head to Death Valley Junction to admire the dark night skies and stargaze. Take a break at Pahrump on the way back to Las Vegas to get dropped off. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Saddle up for a scenic and leisurely Wild West horseback ride led by expert wranglers. After your expedition, revitalize with a hearty cowboy-style pancake and egg breakfast. Your tour includes round-trip hotel transport from the Las Vegas Strip to a working horse ranch where you’re treated to gorgeous views of the desert landscape. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

• Morning Maverick horseback ride with breakfast
• Round-trip transportation provided
• Dine on an authentic western-style breakfast
• Take a horseback ride through the Wild West

Start your Wild West horseback riding tour with morning pickup from Las Vegas Strip hotels and relax during the drive to the horse ranch in Moapa. While professional wranglers prepare the horses for the trail ride, take in the serenity of the majestic surroundings, where red rock mountains and desert meet. You are paired with a tame horse that is well-suited to your skill level. This trip lasts about 5 hours and costs $119.99.

Follow the same horse trails once used by some of the most infamous outlaws of the American West. Keep your camera on hand to capture photos of grazing cattle and, if you have a keen eye, spot bighorn sheep, roadrunners, and jackrabbits scuttling through the brush. After your horseback ride, dine on an authentic western-style breakfast, including pancakes, choice of bacon, sausage or ham, hash browns, eggs, toast, coffee, and orange juice. Return to your hotel on the Strip with plenty of time left in the day to experience more of Vegas. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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