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Grand Canyon 3-Day Colorado River Hike
TourTruth score 8.2 out of 10
Very goodTop 23% in Scottsdale
62 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Scottsdale
- 3 days
- Updated November 2, 2026
Hike into the Grand Canyon for three days, reaching the Colorado River, Bright Angel Creek, and sweeping sunset views from Plateau Point.
About this tour
Spend three days hiking into the Grand Canyon, where the trail leads from the rim to the Colorado River and the canyon’s quieter inner reaches. This guided Grand Canyon 3-day Colorado River hike offers a memorable introduction to a demanding wilderness journey, with a professional guide and park permits arranged for the trip.
Descend to the canyon floor, then take time to enjoy the Colorado River and rest in the shade of cottonwood trees near Bright Angel Creek. You can also stop at historic Phantom Ranch for a lemonade or take a side hike to Plateau Point, where sunset opens onto sweeping 360-degree views. Meals are provided according to the itinerary, and pickup and drop-off are available from selected hotels.
The route calls for a high level of fitness, so come prepared for a strenuous hike. Park permits must be secured before the tentative date can be confirmed, and booking alone does not guarantee availability. Choose this Grand Canyon 3-day Colorado River hike for an immersive journey into one of the world’s most dramatic landscapes.
Highlights
- Hike from the canyon rim to the Colorado River
- Relax beneath cottonwood trees near Bright Angel Creek
- Visit historic Phantom Ranch for a lemonade
- Take a side hike to Plateau Point for sunset views
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- National Park fees
- Taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Meals as listed in the itinerary: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Permits
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected hotels
Not included
- Gratuities
- Airfare
- Hotel costs
Ratings on each provider
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View on ViatorViator
4.94 / 5 · 62 reviews
Important information
- A high level of physical fitness is required
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, spinal injuries, or pregnancy
- Share dietary requirements when booking; a vegetarian option is available
- Maximum of 9 people per booking
- Tour dates are tentative until park permits are acquired; booking does not guarantee availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.94 from 62 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Scottsdale
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.2. Top 23% in Scottsdale means it ranks in the top 23% of tours in Scottsdale by this score.
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