See the glowing slot canyon and Horseshoe Bend in one day without the 9-hour drive. We compared every top-rated tour by price, canyon access, and what's actually included.
The best Antelope Canyon tour from Las Vegas for most people is the Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend day trip with lunch: about $160, rated 4.7/5 from 2,400+ travelers, with canyon admission, Navajo permit and lunch included. Expect a 15-hour day, and book 1–2 weeks ahead in spring and summer.
We earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you. Prices checked October 2026.
Our top picks
All three leave from the Strip, include Horseshoe Bend, and use a licensed Navajo guide inside the canyon. The difference is the price, what's included, and how much light you get in the canyon.
Side by side
The cheapest-looking tour isn't always the cheapest. Two of these charge $85–$105 extra for Lower Antelope Canyon admission. Here's the real price, compared fairly.
| Tour | From | Canyon entry | Length | Food | Cancellation | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day trip with lunch & Wi-Fi | $160 | Included | 15 h | Boxed lunch | 4 days | 4.7 (2,472) |
| Lower Canyon + hotel pickup | $160 | Included (Lower) | 15 h | Deli lunch | 24 hours | 4.6 (305) |
| Golden Hour tour | $209 | Included | 16 h | Not included | 24 hours | 4.4 (694) |
| Small-group day trip | $220 | +$85 (Lower) | 14 h | Not included | 24 hours | 4.1 (37) |
| 2 days + Grand Canyon & Zion | $378 | +$105 (Lower) | 2 days | 1 breakfast | 7 days | 4.4 (350) |
Prices are per adult, checked October 20, 2026, and can change by date. Tips for drivers and Navajo guides (typically 15–20%) are extra on all tours.
Live dates
Weekend and spring-break dates sell out first. Pick a date below to see live prices. You can cancel for free up to 4 days before.
Choose your canyon
"Antelope Canyon" is actually several separate slot canyons on Navajo land near Page, Arizona. Day tours from Las Vegas visit one of them, so it pays to know the difference before you book.
Plan your day
Times vary by operator and season, but a typical day runs like this:
Honest take
For most Vegas visitors on a 3–5 night trip, a tour is the better deal. Once you add a rental car, gas and canyon admission, driving yourself costs about the same and takes a lot more effort.
Timing
Spring (Mar–May) has light beams, comfortable temperatures and the best overall conditions. It's also peak season, so book early. Summer brings the strongest beams but 100°F+ heat at Horseshoe Bend, and from July to September monsoon storms can close the canyon at short notice. Winter is quiet and cheaper, with soft, even light that photographs beautifully.
Before you go
Navajo operators generally don't allow backpacks or bags inside the canyon. Bring only your phone, camera and what fits in your pockets.
Tours ask for a passport or ID card. Keep it on you, not in your checked luggage at the hotel.
Fine sand gets everywhere, and Lower Canyon has steep metal stairs. Skip the flip-flops.
Horseshoe Bend has no shade. Most tours include only one bottle.
Turn off flash and use your phone's "warm" or vivid setting. Guides often know the best angles, so ask them.
Drivers and Navajo guides typically expect 15–20%. It isn't included in any tour price.
More options
Looking for a private tour, a 2-day trip with the Grand Canyon, or a different departure time? Browse live options:
FAQ
Day tours start at about $160 per person and usually include round-trip transport, Horseshoe Bend and a boxed lunch. Check whether canyon admission is included: some tours charge $85–$105 extra for Lower Antelope Canyon. Private tours start around $2,300 per group.
Antelope Canyon is near Page, Arizona, about 270 miles from Las Vegas, or roughly 4.5 hours each way. Day tours last 14–16 hours door to door.
Upper is an easy, flat walk and famous for midday light beams (late March–early October), but it's busier and pricier. Lower has steep stairs, feels more adventurous, is usually less crowded and costs less. Most day tours from Las Vegas visit Lower Antelope Canyon.
No. The canyon is on Navajo Nation land and can only be entered with a licensed Navajo guide. You can drive to Page and book a guided slot yourself, or take a day tour from Las Vegas that includes the guide.
Yes, if you're short on time. A tour handles the 9 hours of driving, the Navajo guide booking, the time-zone change and Horseshoe Bend. If you have two or more days, driving yourself and staying overnight in Page gives you more flexibility.
Late March to early October for the light beams in Upper Antelope Canyon, which are strongest around midday. Spring and fall are the most comfortable. July to September is monsoon season, when the canyon can close at short notice because of flash-flood risk.
The top-rated tour from Las Vegas starts at $160 with canyon entry, lunch and free cancellation up to 4 days before.
While you're in Vegas