One of America’s most stunning marvels of nature is just a few hour’s bus ride away from one of America’s most exciting cities. The city is Las Vegas and the marvel of nature is the Grand Canyon, one of the seven wonders of the world. Many visitors and even some residents of Las Vegas don’t realize how close the city lies to this magnificent landmark.The Grand Canyon South Rim Tour leaves from Las Vegas via deluxe, air-conditioned touring buses. The tour passes Hoover Dam, giving guests the chance to see this historical landmark. From there, the bus makes its way to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, with plenty of comfort stops along the way, including several stops for scenic viewing and photo opportunities.The tour stops at Fortification Hill, a flat-topped landmark painted by nature in the colors of the desert. Guests will also be able to see the Devil’s Paint Pots, a group of mounded hills near Fortification Hill. Guests will learn how the landmark played prominently in several historic events including the arrival of Spanish conquistadors, the pioneers that made their way out west, and World War II.The tour also stops in Kingman, Arizona, made famous by the hit song “Route 66,” and then Williams, Arizona, for a buffet lunch at Max and Thelma’s Restaurant. The cost of lunch is including in the cost of the Grand Canyon South Rim Tour tickets.After lunch, the bus arrives at the highly anticipated South Rim of the Grand Canyon at Grand Canyon National Park. The iconic scene lends itself to many picture taking opportunities. The russets, golds, reds, ambers, and other colors of the desert are more brilliant, however, than pictures could ever portray. The Grand Canyon spans 280 miles in its entirety and averages 7,000 feet above sea level.Scenic highlights of the South Rim include Yavapai Point and Pipe Creek Vista. The bus takes guests to the visitor’s center and also stops at gift stores along the way where guests have a change to buy souvenirs, including authentic Native American handicrafts. The Canyon View Visitor’s Center has several artifacts and a bookstore, where you’ll find lots of information on the Grand Canyon. Mather Point is a short hike or there are shuttles available to take guests to this scenic area.Once Grand Canyon South Rim Tour guests have had a chance to explore the national park for a bit, it’s time to head back through Arizona, into Nevada, and back to Las Vegas. It’s a bit of a long day, but with plenty of stops and time to explore, half the fun of the tour is getting to the Grand Canyon destination. The Grand Canyon is a destination that everyone should have the chance to experience at least once in their lifetime. A visit to this American treasure will be remembered for a long time to come.