Quelle partie du Grand Canyon visiter en avion depuis Las Vegas?
by Mariejo71
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Ouf c'est pas facile de choisir parmi tous les forfaits!! Je veux aller en avion au grand canyon à partir de Las Vegas. Je ne veux pas faire de tour un bus simplement faire un arrêt puis repartir à Vegas. Jusque là ça va mais quel endroit choisir le sud? le west rim? le skywalk (ça me dit rien de marcher là dessus)...j'ai besoin de votre aide. Petite note je vais y aller en janvier donc il ne doit pas faire très chaud.
J'ai eu la chance de voir: Vegas, Orlando, Paris, New York, Boston...peut-être bientôt Rome!
mais quel endroit choisir le sud? le west rim?
Salut,
POUR LE GRAND CANYON PARK VERSANT SUD:
Tu peux aller jusqu'à la Desert View Drive (la East Rim Drive) : 4h si on s'arrête partout en voiture et en roulant tranquillement le long des 40 kms qui séparent Mather Point de l'entrée est du parc : Mather Point, Yaki Point, Grand View Point, Moran Point, Tusayan Ruins, Lipan Point, Navajo Point et The Watchtower (la tour de guet) et après prendre Hermit Road à l'ouest de Grand Canyon Village (la West Rim Drive) vers Hermits Rest ( 12,8 kms) en navette car c'est interdit en voitures: Trail View Overlook, Mary Copa Point, Powel Memorial, Hopi Point, Mohave Point, The Abyss, Pima Point et Hermits rest
Salut,
POUR LE GRAND CANYON PARK VERSANT SUD:
Tu peux aller jusqu'à la Desert View Drive (la East Rim Drive) : 4h si on s'arrête partout en voiture et en roulant tranquillement le long des 40 kms qui séparent Mather Point de l'entrée est du parc : Mather Point, Yaki Point, Grand View Point, Moran Point, Tusayan Ruins, Lipan Point, Navajo Point et The Watchtower (la tour de guet) et après prendre Hermit Road à l'ouest de Grand Canyon Village (la West Rim Drive) vers Hermits Rest ( 12,8 kms) en navette car c'est interdit en voitures: Trail View Overlook, Mary Copa Point, Powel Memorial, Hopi Point, Mohave Point, The Abyss, Pima Point et Hermits rest
le problème c'est que je ne veux pas louer d'auto
J'ai eu la chance de voir: Vegas, Orlando, Paris, New York, Boston...peut-être bientôt Rome!
Quelques possibilités :
http://www.williamstours.net/?event=offer.type&productType=JEEP&mpt=7593
http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/shuttle-buses.htm
http://www.grandcanyontourcompany.com/fromGC.html
Patrick
Patrick
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sky walk à partir de las vegas : je deconseille
cela prend une demi journée : tout d'abord navette de bus (souvent en retard) puis petit avion qui survole la partie sud est du grand canyon (peu interressant) , bus à nouveau (attente) pour aller sur le skywalk ( 2 /3 mn au dessus du vide, photo interdite par les navajos) bus à nouveau pour un repas trés mediocre, puis nouveau bus pour retrouver l'avion, bus à nouveau pour retourner à las vegas
rendez vous etait à 11 h revenu à 19 h !!! pour pas grand chose et trés trés cher en 2008 . J'ai raté le fabuleux spectacle du cirque du soleil "le reve" au WYNN, (à voir absolument) heureusement j'ai pu recuperer ma reservation pour le spectacle de 21 h
perso je trouve que le survol avion du grand canyon ne vaut pas le coup, (pas fait avec helico)
le meilleur meme si l'on est pas un bon marcheur c'est de descendre un peu dans le canyon - par exemple : le south kaibab trail jusqu'a Ooh Aah point (2 klm , 2 h maxi)
evidemment il fera froid et probablement de la neige mais c'est moins penible qu'en plein eté ou il fait trés chaud sur cette piste
Ho boy ça va être plus difficile que je croyais alors!
J'ai eu la chance de voir: Vegas, Orlando, Paris, New York, Boston...peut-être bientôt Rome!
MarieJo, finalement quel tour as-tu choisi pour ton excursion dans le grand Canyon? Je pars pour Vegas dans quelques jours et moi-même de mon côté, je ne sais pas quel excursion choisir par crainte d'être déçu, surtout pour ce que ça coûte. Ce que je recherche, c'est du paysage d'en haut et d'en bas. Quel rim est-il le plus spectaculaire à voir? Si quelqu'un d'autre voit ce message et que vous êtes en mesure de répondre, ne vous gênez pas.
Merci
SAlut! Alors voilà j'ai fait affaire avec Maverick se fut génial! Nous avons adoré notre tour et nous avons fait le tour au couché du soleil WOW et en revenant nous avons survolé la Trip super!! je te laisse le lien.
http://www.maverickhelicopter.com/tour-dream-catcher.aspx
nous avons payé moins cher (il faut se rendre dans les kiosques ou encore prendre des coupons sur le net) Nous avons payé cher mais les hélico étaient neufs et le service génal, navette à la porte de l'hotel. Que de beaux souvenirs bon voyage!
http://www.maverickhelicopter.com/tour-dream-catcher.aspx
nous avons payé moins cher (il faut se rendre dans les kiosques ou encore prendre des coupons sur le net) Nous avons payé cher mais les hélico étaient neufs et le service génal, navette à la porte de l'hotel. Que de beaux souvenirs bon voyage!
J'ai eu la chance de voir: Vegas, Orlando, Paris, New York, Boston...peut-être bientôt Rome!
Le départ de l'hôtel s'est fait vers 13h30 et le retour vers 18h30, lè dessus il y a l'arrivé à l'aéroport les explications, puis comme nous avions un arrêt dans le grand canyon d'environ 40 minutes et aussi nous avons fait un autre arrêt pour remettre de l'essence (parce que c'était le dernier vol de la journée).
J'ai eu la chance de voir: Vegas, Orlando, Paris, New York, Boston...peut-être bientôt Rome!
Nous revenons tout juste de las Vegas et nous avons fait le Grand Canyon avec Serenity helicopters. Nous avons pris le forfait Sky Dancer. C'est 4 heures hôtel à hôtel.
On vient te chercher à l'hôtel ensuite arrivé sur place on t'offre des boissons à volonté, on te pèse et distribue les places selon le poids. Vol commentée et un on vous sert un léger pique-nique
(formidable!). Nous avons pas vraiment négocié le prix , nous avons pris le forfait offert la veille sur la strip, nous avons payé pour deux personnes $720.00 (dont 180.00 en acompte et le reste
sur place). Je le recommande ça nous a vraiment plus!
Hello,
" pour deux personnes $720.00 "
Wouahhhh 360 $ par personne😮🏴☠️... Certes ça doit être très bien mais on ne fait que survoler la partie ouest du Grand Canyon (qui n'est pas la plus spectaculaire) et qui ne doit pas durer si longtemps puisqu'il faut le temps de faire le trajet A-R jusque là. Durant ton séjour à Las Vegas, il vaudrait mieux prendre une voiture pour te rendre toi-même au Grand Canyon NP (+/- 5 h de route), et pouvoir admirer à ton aise le vrai Grand Canyon et survoler ce parc depuis Tusayan. Ça couterait nettement moins cher et tu verrais la partie la plus spectaculaire du Grand Canyon: 159 $ pour un survol de 30 minutes http://fr.papillon.com/popris/show_package.aspx?package_id=4&lang=en-US 224 $ pour un survol de 50 minutes http://fr.papillon.com/popris/show_package.aspx?package_id=5&lang=en-US
Et encore mieux, si tu peux, pousse jusqu'à Moab, pour pouvoir survoler Canyonlands + Capitol Reef + le lac Powell, pour 297$, pour 2 bonnes heures entières encore bien plus spectaculaires http://redtailaviation.com/tours-lake-powell.php
" pour deux personnes $720.00 "
Wouahhhh 360 $ par personne😮🏴☠️... Certes ça doit être très bien mais on ne fait que survoler la partie ouest du Grand Canyon (qui n'est pas la plus spectaculaire) et qui ne doit pas durer si longtemps puisqu'il faut le temps de faire le trajet A-R jusque là. Durant ton séjour à Las Vegas, il vaudrait mieux prendre une voiture pour te rendre toi-même au Grand Canyon NP (+/- 5 h de route), et pouvoir admirer à ton aise le vrai Grand Canyon et survoler ce parc depuis Tusayan. Ça couterait nettement moins cher et tu verrais la partie la plus spectaculaire du Grand Canyon: 159 $ pour un survol de 30 minutes http://fr.papillon.com/popris/show_package.aspx?package_id=4&lang=en-US 224 $ pour un survol de 50 minutes http://fr.papillon.com/popris/show_package.aspx?package_id=5&lang=en-US
Et encore mieux, si tu peux, pousse jusqu'à Moab, pour pouvoir survoler Canyonlands + Capitol Reef + le lac Powell, pour 297$, pour 2 bonnes heures entières encore bien plus spectaculaires http://redtailaviation.com/tours-lake-powell.php
Ouest USA 2009 https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2800143#2800143
5ème trip USA, 09/2013 https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6186946#6186946
Moi honnêtement 4 heures, pour moi, c'était suffisant et je n'avais pas le goût ni le temps de faire de l'auto et ce que j'ai vu m'a beaucoup impresionné :)i
J'ai eu la chance de voir: Vegas, Orlando, Paris, New York, Boston...peut-être bientôt Rome!
Bonjour,
Trois constats à propos du grand Canyon :
1. Pour cause de manque d'autonomie, les hélicos au départ de Vegas ne peuvent aller QUE vers le GC West (pique nique au bord du Colorado ) et c'est la partie la moins intéressante du Canyon (moins creux entre autres)
2. Le Skywalk est une arnaque de première grandeur, très bien décrite déjà !
3. Donc l'endroit vraiment spectaculaire est le South Rim à partir de GC Village. Depuis Las Vegas seul l'avion permet de s'y rendre en aller/retour dans la journée. A l'arrivée à l'aéroport de GC (Tusayan) un bus attend les passagers pour aller au bord du "trou".
Il y a entre autres cette compagnie :
http://www.grandcanyonairlines.com/gca/show_categories.aspx?category_id=49&lang=en-US
La même Cie assure aussi des survols au départ de Tusayan pour ceux qui y vont au cours de leur circuit en voiture !
La même Cie assure aussi des survols au départ de Tusayan pour ceux qui y vont au cours de leur circuit en voiture !
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
Bonjour,
Et encore mieux, si tu peux, pousse jusqu'à Moab, pour pouvoir survoler Canyonlands + Capitol Reef + le lac Powell, pour 297$, pour 2 bonnes heures entières encore bien plus spectaculaires
Je confirme que ce survol est absolument fantastique : fin octobre dernier, ciel bleu impavide, le Cessna avec 2 passagers seulement ... nous a fait visiter Canyonlands, Dead Horse, Natural Bridges, Moki Dugway, Valley of the gods, Gooseneck et bien sur Monument Valley (avec atterrissage au Goulding !) Au total 3 heures de "voyage" Moab-Moab pour les 270$ par personne. Extase totale !!
Et encore mieux, si tu peux, pousse jusqu'à Moab, pour pouvoir survoler Canyonlands + Capitol Reef + le lac Powell, pour 297$, pour 2 bonnes heures entières encore bien plus spectaculaires
Je confirme que ce survol est absolument fantastique : fin octobre dernier, ciel bleu impavide, le Cessna avec 2 passagers seulement ... nous a fait visiter Canyonlands, Dead Horse, Natural Bridges, Moki Dugway, Valley of the gods, Gooseneck et bien sur Monument Valley (avec atterrissage au Goulding !) Au total 3 heures de "voyage" Moab-Moab pour les 270$ par personne. Extase totale !!
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
Salut,
Vraiment en cessna, ça d'l'air très intéressant mais je suis seule pour faire l'excursion et d'après ce que je comprends, il n'y a pas de transport de LV et il faudrait que je me rende moi-même sur place pour prendre le cessna. Je ne veux pas louer de voiture pour me rendre à Utah de la strip de LV.
Donc les choix dont je crois qui me seront le plus facile sont les suivants, dont un que tu m'as indiqué. Parcontre sur un autre site, j'en ai vu un de très semblable mais 100$ de plus mais le site spécifie les endroits où l'on arrête. Je me demande si c'est le même tour et si ce sont les mêmes arrêts mais 100$ de moins, es-tu capable de me le dire?
http://www.canyontours.net/?event=offer.detail&offerId=4178 http://www.papillon.com/popris/show_package.aspx?package_id=34&lang=en-US
merci
Vraiment en cessna, ça d'l'air très intéressant mais je suis seule pour faire l'excursion et d'après ce que je comprends, il n'y a pas de transport de LV et il faudrait que je me rende moi-même sur place pour prendre le cessna. Je ne veux pas louer de voiture pour me rendre à Utah de la strip de LV.
Donc les choix dont je crois qui me seront le plus facile sont les suivants, dont un que tu m'as indiqué. Parcontre sur un autre site, j'en ai vu un de très semblable mais 100$ de plus mais le site spécifie les endroits où l'on arrête. Je me demande si c'est le même tour et si ce sont les mêmes arrêts mais 100$ de moins, es-tu capable de me le dire?
http://www.canyontours.net/?event=offer.detail&offerId=4178 http://www.papillon.com/popris/show_package.aspx?package_id=34&lang=en-US
merci
Hello,
Wouahhh... encore mieux.... 490 $... Tout ça pour faire le même survol en hélico que celui que je mentionnais ci-dessus (30 minutes pour une valeur de 159 $ au départ de Tusayan qui est l'endroit d'où décollent les hélicos pour survoler le Grand Canyon NP) Autrement dit, le vol d'avion qui fait A-R Las Vegas - Tusayan vous coûte 330 $... Pour ce prix, vs pourriez louer une voiture pour plusieurs jours. La route Las Vegas - Tusayan se fait très facilement en 4h30-5h. Vs pourriez en même temps voir le barrage Hoover Dam, faire un bout de la route 66 entre Kingman et Seligman et et aller admirer à votre aise tous les points de vue sur le Grand Canyon NP au lieu de vous contenter seulement d'un survol de 30 minutes. A moins que vous n'ayez pas de permis de conduire... sinon cette solution est bien moins onéreuse et offre bien plus de possibilités. A vous de voir!
Wouahhh... encore mieux.... 490 $... Tout ça pour faire le même survol en hélico que celui que je mentionnais ci-dessus (30 minutes pour une valeur de 159 $ au départ de Tusayan qui est l'endroit d'où décollent les hélicos pour survoler le Grand Canyon NP) Autrement dit, le vol d'avion qui fait A-R Las Vegas - Tusayan vous coûte 330 $... Pour ce prix, vs pourriez louer une voiture pour plusieurs jours. La route Las Vegas - Tusayan se fait très facilement en 4h30-5h. Vs pourriez en même temps voir le barrage Hoover Dam, faire un bout de la route 66 entre Kingman et Seligman et et aller admirer à votre aise tous les points de vue sur le Grand Canyon NP au lieu de vous contenter seulement d'un survol de 30 minutes. A moins que vous n'ayez pas de permis de conduire... sinon cette solution est bien moins onéreuse et offre bien plus de possibilités. A vous de voir!
Ouest USA 2009 https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2800143#2800143
5ème trip USA, 09/2013 https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6186946#6186946
Bonjour,
Petite clarification : c'est à Bastinj que je répondais à propos du tour au départ de Moab... car j'avais bien enregistré ton souhait de faire un tour depuis Las Vegas !
Donc, le tour en avion reste la seule vraie façon de voir GC depuis Vegas, voir le site de grandcanyonairline.com que je te donnais en premier.
Dans ce tour, le survol du canyon est bien entendu inclus..... on ne peut pas faire autrement que de survoler le Canyon si on atterrit à GC Airport !
Si vous ne réussissez jamais rien du premier coup, n'essayez pas le parachutisme !
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I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
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Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Hi there,
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Hi there,
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here's a tip for future visitors!
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
Hi everyone,
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!






