If walls could talk, the Grand Canyon would have stories to fill libraries. This 5-day Rim-to-Rim hiking tour is your backstage pass to nature’s greatest show. From camaraderie in starlit camps to jaw-dropping views that make your social feed jealous, every step will leave you speechless. We’ll hike the iconic corridors, chase waterfalls, and enjoy guide-prepared gourmet meals worthy of their own fan club. By the time we hit the other rim, you’ll be looking back with sore legs, but with a heart full of awe, and with memories worth their weight in gold. Let’s rewrite what you think “grand” really means!
Discover the Grand Canyon like never before on this Rim-to-Rim hiking adventure with expert guiding. Over five days, traverse legendary trails through steep corridors and lush oases, with stops at secret waterfalls and sweeping vantage points. Camp under the dazzling night sky, feast on freshly made gourmet meals that revive both body and spirit, and soak in the serenity of nature far from the crowds. Once the tour finishes, you’ll have earned every breathtaking view and every precious memory made. Let’s do this!
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This Rim-to-Rim hiking adventure of the Grand Canyon is rated moderate, meaning that previous backpacking experience and overnight camping is encouraged. Some routes can be a bit challenging, so they may not be enjoyable for beginners. Although the classic hiking route is beginner-friendly, everyone will carry a backpack on this tour, and that fact alone can make the tour somewhat harder.
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All group trips are decided by a lottery system set by the parks. When a person signs up, the guide takes care of all the permits so you don’t have to. The exact date and route depend on the lottery results required by the NPS for Grand Canyon trips.
The Rim-to-Rim hike is one of the most popular trips in the Grand Canyon and is thus subject to an extremely competitive permit lottery system. Even if you book the trip, securing a permit is not guaranteed.
The Grand Canyon’s permit process is complicated, but your guides will take care of everything so you don’t have to worry about it! The park issues backpacking permits through a lottery system 4+ months in advance. As permits for popular trips sell out immediately during the initial lottery, it’s important to sign up for wanted dates before the process begins.
Early bird booking doesn’t guarantee a spot but you will be the first one to know once the permits are secured.
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Group sizes and pricing
Rim-to-Rim hikes can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
For the safety of your pet, visitors, and wildlife, pets are not allowed on trails below the rim. For more details on regulations and pet-friendly areas, visit the National Park Service website.
The starting point of your Rim-to-Rim hike is Flagstaff, AR. To get there, most people fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). From there, you can use public transport or rent a car to reach Flagstaff.
Once you’re there, a shuttle will transfer you to meet your guide at a predetermined time in the Grand Canyon Visitors Center, Lot #4. Your guide will provide more details before the trip starts.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.
Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits
Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.
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