Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Initiate your journey in the heart of Las Vegas, the shining jewel of the Mojave Desert. Traverse the Strip and delve into the city's wild past; from its humble beginnings as a railway town to its evolution into an iconic gambling hub. Learn how the Great Depression and the construction of the Hoover Dam transformed the city's destiny.As you leave the bustling city, acquaint yourself with the mighty Colorado River, a force of nature that provided life and destruction in equal measures until the Hoover Dam's construction. Unearth the incredible efforts it took to control this formidable entity. Stroll along the Historic Railroad Hiking Trail, following the path of the old railway tracks. Continue to Lakeview Overlook for stunning views and photographic moments capturing Lake Mead's splendor. As you are near the Hoover Dam, consider stopping at Boulder Dam Bridge Overlook, offering an unparalleled view of the dam. Choose between driving across the dam or parking to walk along its mighty rim.Finally, arrive at the Hoover Dam Lookout, understanding the dam's significance for the southwestern region's present and future. Conclude your enlightening tour here, enriched by the saga of human ambition and the grandeur of nature.
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4 hours
Available in EnglishImportant information
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* This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The tour operator's app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
* Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
* This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket. Please note that timed entry tickets are required from October 1 to May 31, between 8 AM and 5 PM, in addition to your park (Red Rock Canyon) pass or entrance fee (to be booked separately and on your own)
* After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
* Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
* The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
* Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
* This tour is valid for one year - from the moment of booking. Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months