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Las Vegas Tours & Day Trips: The 15 Worth Leaving the Strip For

139 tours  ·  from $19

Half of what sells in Las Vegas happens hours outside it. These 15 sort the canyon runs, the dam stops, the desert trails and the helicopter flights by price, pickup time and how much of the day is spent in a seat.

Half-Day Mojave Desert ATV Tour from Las Vegas - Getting comfortable on an automatic ATV
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Half-Day Mojave Desert ATV Tour from Las Vegas

1.Half-Day Mojave Desert ATV Tour from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,350 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $100Our pick

Meet across from Mandalay Bay, ride about an hour to the Mojave, and spend 1.5 hours on a guided ATV track near Lake Mead. Guides such as Koby, Kurt, Casey, Alex, and Kenny handle instruction and safety. You get an automatic ATV, helmet, goggles, gloves, photos, and Strip transportation. Riders must be 18 or older.

“I was excited about this ride due to the outstanding reviews. But unfortunately, this was a disappointing 4-wheeler ride for us. Our guide, Alex, was great but I'm sure he was limited to what his management team has directed him to do. This ride is ok for beginners who've never ridden before but not very satisfying for others. We stayed under 15mph going out to the turn-around point through mostly flat desert floor and washes. Stayed under 20mph on the way back. No challenges on this ride and nothing to break the humdrum monotony. The 4-wheelers were fairly new. Gloves and helmets were provided. There are much better rides available…”

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Ultimate VIP Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas with Lunch - The Las Vegas sign and Boulder City
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Ultimate VIP Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas with Lunch

2.Ultimate VIP Hoover Dam Tour from Las Vegas with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,782 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Ride from select Las Vegas hotels with a separate driver and guide, then walk Hoover Dam’s top, visit the powerplant and exhibits, stop at the bypass bridge, and eat a hot lunch. Guides such as Trez and Harrison mix dam facts with comedy. A LA Comedy Club ticket at The Strat is included.

“Great trip - very well organised, ran exactly to time and included everything they said it would. Joe (the guide) was authoritative and extremely funny - made it a really enjoyable trip. Highly recommended.”

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Las Vegas Helicopter Night Strip Flight Tour with Optional Dinner - The short flight over the Las Vegas Strip
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Las Vegas Helicopter Night Strip Flight Tour with Optional Dinner

3.Las Vegas Helicopter Night Strip Flight Tour with Optional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,693 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Take a 10 to 12-minute night flight over Las Vegas in an Airbus AStar AS350B2, passing the Sphere, High Roller, STRAT, Fremont Street, Bellagio, Luxor, and Allegiant Stadium. Choose the flight alone for $89 or add dinner at Bonefish Grill or Pampas Brazilian Grille, with restaurant pickup and hotel return included.

“Everything was very organized and safe! From the app until we got there everything went smooth. The pilot was very experienced.”

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Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup - Paddling through Black Canyon
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Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup

4.Half-Day Emerald Cave Kayak Tour with Optional Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,978 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Paddle four miles through Black Canyon to Emerald Cave on a calm Colorado River route. A guide such as Michelle, Preston, Gabby, or Ryan handles safety, local stories, wildlife spotting, and photos. Choose a single or tandem kayak, bring shoes that can get wet, and add hotel pickup from Las Vegas for an easier day.

“This amazing from the bus pick up to drop iff! Michelle was the best, when I recommend this to my friends I'm going to say they have to get a tour with her!! The tour was beautiful, she took photos of everyone the whole time, answered all our questions, and was genuinely such a nice person. 10/10 will bedoing again when I'm back in town!”

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Award Winning 3-Hour Hoover Dam Small Group Mini Tour from Vegas - Lake Mead Lookout puts the dam in context
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Award Winning 3-Hour Hoover Dam Small Group Mini Tour from Vegas

5.Award Winning 3-Hour Hoover Dam Small Group Mini Tour from Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,964 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $68

You’ll ride in a 14-passenger Mercedes Sprinter with guides such as Chris, Keith, Bob, or Pam, stopping in Boulder City, at Lake Mead Lookout, on the Hoover Dam bypass bridge, and atop the dam. The $68 tour skips the dam interior, but gives you strong views, useful history, and a quick return to Las Vegas. Seven Magic Mountains is an optional add-on.

“Did the tour with Bad Boy Chris as our guide. He was really excellent. Incredibly knowledgeable throughout the tour and made it so enjoyable”

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David Copperfield at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino - Why the audience interaction matters
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David Copperfield at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

6.David Copperfield at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,382 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Head to the David Copperfield Theater inside MGM Grand for a 90-minute magic show with no intermission. Copperfield mixes classic tricks, large illusions, personal stories, humor, and audience participation. Your mobile ticket covers admission and tax. Choose from available showtimes and seating categories, with drinks sold outside the theater.

“Awesome magic and great atmosphere. Would highly recommend this for anyone who is looking for something to do in Las Vegas”

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Las Vegas Strip: The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket - Inside one of the 28 air-conditioned cabins
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Las Vegas Strip: The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket

7.Las Vegas Strip: The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,266 reviews · 3 days · from $28

Take a 30-minute revolution on the High Roller, Las Vegas’s 550-foot observation wheel. Your air-conditioned cabin gives you room to move, while an audio tour points out landmarks and shares local history. Choose daytime views of the mountains or an Anytime ticket for sunset and the Strip glowing after dark.

“The High Roller was excellent - easy to access, the ride itself was fabulous and the views breathtaking. Suitable ride for all ages - some bench seating available, and able to move around inside to view 360 degrees. Very stable - you do not feel any movement. Ride itself is about 30mins. Suggest timing to go just before sunset, so you can see the distant view of the mountains before dark, on board for sunset and then see the Vegas Strip lights. Highly recommend it!”

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Nellis Dunes ATV Tour from Las Vegas - Riding a single ATV through the desert
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Nellis Dunes ATV Tour from Las Vegas

8.Nellis Dunes ATV Tour from Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,967 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95

Meet your shuttle across from Mandalay Bay, then learn ATV basics before riding with a guide through the Las Vegas Dunes. You’ll stop at a high point for Strip and desert photos. Beginners are welcome, but drivers must be 18 or older, wear closed-toe shoes, fit under a helmet, and bring photo ID.

“Only gave a one because Unfortunately I was unable to attend due to flight cancellation, just sharing that this is non refundable activity so if an unfortunate flight cancellation occurs you will miss out .”

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Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus - The Bellagio fountains and other light shows
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Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

9.Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,612 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58

Ride an open-top double-decker bus through Downtown Las Vegas and along the Strip after dark. Hear digital commentary in English or Spanish, see neon landmarks and the Bellagio fountains, and return to the central High Roller stop. Choose the 8 PM adults-only tour with a drink, or the 10:15 PM late tour with a photo stop at the Las Vegas sign.

“Not worth it! It has changed from what it used to be. Not personable, bad sound, too many recordings etc. This used to be a very inviting funny & informative tour with lots of personal interaction with tour guide. Now it's just an over priced bus ride.”

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High Roller Wheel Admission Ticket at The LINQ - Choosing day, sunset, or neon-lit night
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High Roller Wheel Admission Ticket at The LINQ

10.High Roller Wheel Admission Ticket at The LINQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,379 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $22Best value

Ride the 550-foot High Roller at The LINQ for one slow, smooth 30-minute revolution above the Las Vegas Strip. Climate-controlled cabins offer wide 360-degree views by day or night. Choose a standard ticket, or upgrade to Happy Half Hour for an open bar and bartender in the cabin. Plan extra time for boarding and exit.

“Well organized, easy access, thoughtful friendly staff and the ride with the amazing views of the night Las Vegas were wonderful. Thank you!”

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Las Vegas Desert ATV Experience - Riding Sandy Trails and Desert Canyons
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Las Vegas Desert ATV Experience

11.Las Vegas Desert ATV Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,358 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $109

Leave Mandalay Bay by air-conditioned shuttle for a guided Mojave Desert ATV ride on 450cc machines. You’ll receive a safety briefing, helmet, goggles, water, and a training lap before following sandy trails through canyons. Guides such as Nina, Sierra, Ciara, and Brian are praised for helping first-time riders, while sunset departures add striking desert views.

“Overall a great experience. Cierra our tour guide was very knowledgeable and guided us through the tour very well. She was patient and kind.”

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2-Hour Exotic Car Driving Experience in Las Vegas - Arriving at Speed Vegas
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2-Hour Exotic Car Driving Experience in Las Vegas

12.2-Hour Exotic Car Driving Experience in Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,870 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $249

At Speed Vegas, choose an exotic car, attend a safety briefing, ride two orientation laps with an instructor, then take the wheel for five or ten laps. Paddle shifters make the cars accessible to first-timers, while coaches such as Big Mac, Jason, Lloyd, and Michael provide calm, clear guidance from the passenger seat.

“This is definitely one that should be on your bucket list if you drive a car. There is a smorgasbord of exotic supercars to choose from, including ones with a top speed of almost 200mph. I chose the Mercedes AMG GT R (198mph) and my partner chose the Austin Martin (195mph). After a two lap run to learn the course we were set loose in our cars with an instructor who coached us on when to brake, when to stand on the gas, and what line works best. They video your run with views out the windshield and of your face. I don't know if the metrics show on the…”

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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Paddle with Optional Shuttle - The Colorado River: the real star of the tour
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Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Paddle with Optional Shuttle

13.Emerald Cave Kayak Tour: Scenic Paddle with Optional Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,858 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $89

Leave Las Vegas for a guided five-mile paddle from Willow Beach through Black Canyon to Emerald Cave. You’ll get a kayak, life vest, instruction, water, snacks, and a short shore hike. Guides such as Juston, Kwame, Robby, and Justin are praised for clear safety help and lively local stories. Choose shuttle pickup from Mandalay Bay or drive yourself.

“This was our second time doing this tour and we would do it again. Our tour guide Kwame was great. The tour was energetic and informative. Loved every minute!”

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Las Vegas Beginner ATV Tour with Safety Training - Thirty minutes across the Nevada desert
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Las Vegas Beginner ATV Tour with Safety Training

14.Las Vegas Beginner ATV Tour with Safety Training

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,449 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $90

Meet on the Las Vegas Strip, then ride your own ATV at Nellis Dunes after 30 minutes of training. Guides including Logan, Harry, Stacia, and Elyjah have helped first-time riders get comfortable, though the pace stays beginner-friendly and the desert heat can be intense.

“Kenny was the tour guide for my friend and I and he was really good! Very nice and detailed. The whole experience was nice. I would definitely recommend.”

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Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-top Bus - Starting the evening at the Hard Rock Cafe
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Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-top Bus

15.Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,304 reviews · 2 hours · from $58

Ride an open-top double-decker bus through Las Vegas after dark, passing the Bellagio Fountains, Paris Las Vegas, Stratosphere, Fremont Street, and the famous welcome sign. Digital commentary comes in English and Spanish. The 21+ option includes a welcome drink, with guides such as Dez, Reuben, and Bruce adding local humor and tips.

“Really enjoyed this tour, it was a great way to see the strip. There was also lots of history which was very interesting. Our guide was great and gave lots of hints and tips about navigating through the strip.”

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