Embark on a self-guided tour of the Grand Canyon’s South and East Rim, exploring the best vistas and hiking trails while learning about its fascinating history. Download the Tour Guide App and get ready for an incredible adventure!
Embark on a self-guided tour of the Grand Canyon’s South and East Rim, exploring the best vistas and hiking trails while learning about its fascinating history. Download the Tour Guide App and get ready for an incredible adventure!
- Grand Canyon Village - The journey starts near the South Entrance Station, where information about various entrance fee options will be provided.
- Grand Canyon National Park - Welcome to the breathtaking Grand Canyon National Park! This extraordinary natural marvel is truly unique, and the narrated driving tour ensures a fulfilling visit. With…
- Grand Canyon Village - The journey starts near the South Entrance Station, where information about various entrance fee options will be provided.
- Grand Canyon National Park - Welcome to the breathtaking Grand Canyon National Park! This extraordinary natural marvel is truly unique, and the narrated driving tour ensures a fulfilling visit. With stunning vistas, exceptional hikes, and intriguing history, this national park is a must-visit for anyone in the USA.
Note: The tour spans over 30 miles, includes more than 55 audio stories, and takes approximately 3-4 hours to complete.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
- Grand Canyon Visitor Center South Rim - The first stop is the Visitor Center, where maps, park information, restrooms, and snacks are available.
- Mather Point - The initial overlook is Mather Point, a popular spot in the park. The views here are spectacular, offering visibility up to 30 miles across the canyon!
- Yavapai Point - Next is Yavapai Point, providing more stunning views from the south rim and insights into the tribe after which the point is named.
- Yavapai Geology Museum - Interested in the Grand Canyon’s geological history? Visit the Yavapai Geology Museum for educational exhibits!
- Hopi House - The first stop in the village is the Hopi House, an authentic recreation of ancient Hopi dwellings. It’s also a great place to purchase handmade souvenirs!
- Kolb Studio - Continuing to Kolb Studio, learn about the intense rivalry with Lookout Studio that nearly led to their downfall in the 1900s.
- Lookout Studio - Ahead are two buildings on the canyon’s edge. The visible one is Lookout Studio, with Kolb Studio just beyond.
- Hermit Road - For the next tour segment, board the park’s free shuttle. The audio tour guide will provide instructions!
- Trailview Overlook - The first stop on Hermit Road is Trailview Overlook, offering views of the famous Bright Angel Trail, a challenging path to the canyon’s bottom. You might spot some weary hikers!
- Maricopa Point - Next is Maricopa Point, once a uranium mining site. Discover its unexpected history while enjoying the beautiful views.
- Powell Point - Following is Powell Point, offering more canyon wonders and honoring the explorer who bravely charted the Colorado River.
- Hopi Point - The shuttle route then takes you to Hopi Point, where you can learn about bald eagles, their significance to the Hopi tribe, and how to spot them.
- Mohave Point - For a fantastic view of the Colorado River, head to Mohave Point. Here, enjoy a bird’s eye view of this mighty river.
- Monument Creek Vista - Monument Creek Vista offers a view of the park’s most intense rapids: Granite Rapids. Learn about the first female river guide and her beginnings in the Grand Canyon!
- Pima Point - Next on the right is Pima Point, boasting one of the best views of Colorado. Listen closely; if it’s quiet, you might hear the river’s rushing waters.
- Hermit’s Rest - Where do these names come from? In the mining days, a miner preferred solitude and nature’s rhythms, living near this spot with only rocks, birds, and squirrels for company.
- Pipe Creek Vista - After the shuttle, the tour continues east along Desert View Drive. The first stop is Pipe Creek Vista, a favorite for birdwatchers hoping to see rare canyon species, including the ultra-rare California condor!
- Duck on a Rock Viewpoint - The next landmark is Duck on a Rock Viewpoint, offering a view of a uniquely-shaped rock formation resembling a duck.
- Grandview Point - Following is Grandview Point, with truly grand views. It’s also the trailhead for a hiking trail below the canyon’s rim, featuring remarkable sights.
- Lipan Point - Next is Lipan Point, offering another excellent river view and fascinating geological facts about the park.
- Navajo Point - The final viewpoint on this drive is Navajo Point, the highest on the southern rim, standing at an impressive 7,500 feet above sea level!
- Grand Canyon Desert View Watchtower - Finally, reach the iconic Desert View Watchtower, an impressive stone structure on the canyon’s edge. Depending on the season, climb to the top for an unparalleled view. The tour concludes here.
- Yaki Point - A popular spot for sunrise and sunset views, this remote lookout and shuttle stop offers restrooms.
- South Kaibab Trail - The South Kaibab Trail is a hiking trail in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. Unlike the Bright Angel Trail, which also starts at the south rim and leads to the Colorado River, the South Kaibab Trail follows a ridge to Skeleton Point, offering 360-degree canyon views.
- Tusayan Ruins and Museum - The Tusayan Ruins and Museum is an excellent stop for learning about ancient cultures. The walk through the ruins with informative signage is particularly enjoyable.

- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
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Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
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- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Entry ticket to Grand Canyon.
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Entry ticket to Grand Canyon.
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Experience one of the world’s natural marvels in all its splendor. The Grand Canyon is so vast and breathtaking that witnessing it firsthand is essential to grasp its true magnitude. This self-guided tour leads you to the finest viewpoints and hiking paths on the canyon’s South Rim, while also sharing the intriguing history of the canyon and the Native…
Experience one of the world’s natural marvels in all its splendor. The Grand Canyon is so vast and breathtaking that witnessing it firsthand is essential to grasp its true magnitude. This self-guided tour leads you to the finest viewpoints and hiking paths on the canyon’s South Rim, while also sharing the intriguing history of the canyon and the Native communities that once resided there. Embark on this journey and witness something extraordinary!
During the summer, Hermit Road is not open to private vehicles. The tour will guide you to park at stop 15 and walk from stops 16-22, then use the shuttle for stops 23-31. After stop 31, on the park’s eastern side, private vehicle access is available again.
Once booked, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Some areas of the Grand Canyon South Rim tour are only accessible by shuttle—bring headphones for detailed audio instructions.
- For road closures and park entrance fees, please refer to the official park website. To avoid large crowds and enjoy the best views, visit during off-peak hours, ideally early morning or late afternoon.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- For the best experience, bring headphones/earbuds for your walking tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.